Reading - On a Device or Paper Book

[Lewkat]

Gotta feel those paper pages. Funny, but I read my newspapers on my computer, a book, never!

 

[Pinky]

I donated my old Kindle a few months ago and it might have nothing whatsoever to do with the old Kindle but not too long after, an erroneous charge for a Kindle book showed up on my Amazon account (to read my original thread about it: https://www.seniorforums.com/threads/warning-disposing-of-old-devices.64642/#post-1873611). I did the "factory reset" on the old Kindle which is supposed to remove all my info. and maybe it did but it still seems odd the err. charge happened shortly after.

Anyway, I don't think I'll ever donate or sell any devices ever again unless maybe it's to a family member.

aaah .. I will make certain it is wiped before I give it away.

 

[moviequeen1]

I prefer having newspaper,book in my hand while reading,have no desire for a Nook or Kindle

 

[helenbacque]

Prefer paper but arthritic hands prefer Kindle.

 

[Ruthanne]

I do my reading on my computer. I have my Amazon account on there. I don't read many books but research stuff.

 

[fuzzybuddy]

I don't read much. I'm dyslexic. It takes me a long time to read anything. If I want to be sure what I read is what I understood, I have to reread things several times. Even in Senior Forum, I don't read more than a few lines of a thread. I just don't have the time to read long threads.

 

[Jace]

Really, "old school"...when taking nap..some days..mostly winter..
used to be called "Books on tape"...now...CD on MP3 player.
I know, I know.."get with it"
Not sure would like kindle.
Was an avid reader of books in my youth.me&the local !ibrary "were v.gd friends"
How 'bout watch movies(Tubi or Peacock)on tablet... that's sorta "with it"

 

[Sunny]

Books - 50-50

Newspapers - old-fashioned paper. I like to prop it up on the table and read it while I am eating. That would be pretty awkward using my Kindle.

 

[officerripley]

Books - 50-50

Newspapers - old-fashioned paper. I like to prop it up on the table and read it while I am eating. That would be pretty awkward using my Kindle.

They do have Kindle covers that also include a stand; here's one:



I think they come in different colors, etc. but the one above can be found at: https://www.amazon.com/Fintie-Paper...refix=kindle+cover,aps,148&sr=8-10&pldnSite=1

 

[katlupe]

Because of vision issues, I use a device so I can change the font.

I also love being able to look up a word. It’s so easy compared to the old way of rolling out of bed to pick up the dictionary.

When I go to an appointment, my phone has a strong data plan so I read my phone. I’m also thankful that DH can read the news on his phone when he’s waiting for me in the car.

I started using the Kindle due to the vision issues too. Once I did that I never wanted a paperback book again. Books are heavy for me to hold for very long and then there is folding the covers over and holding it in one hand. Nope. I used to have loads of books and read nonstop. Then stopped due to my eyes. Now I read constantly. In fact, due to the Kindle I think I read much more than I ever did.

 

[Jace]

Hi!
We all "have issues"..some sight, sound...or just plain techno-ignorant...if there is such a word.
With the technology what it is today...I just "can't keep up"!
I'm being left..."so far behind"

 

[SeaRaven]

I use an android tablet with free LIBBY downloads from state library. Prefer audio versions so I can also listen to books while driving.

 

[DaveA]

I have a laptop and an I-pad but cannot get comfortable reading from either. I prefer large print books from the various local libraries although I'm still able to read regular print.

 

[Aneeda72]

I read hard backed books, paper backed books, books on my kindle, books on the iPad, books on my phone. Whatever form the book is in that I want to read.

 

[SeaRaven]

I use an android tablet with free LIBBY downloads from state library. Prefer audio versions so I can also listen to books while driving.

Newspapers....online subscriptions for Washington Post and local newspaper.