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Kindle Fire |OT|
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Still 'shipping soon', damn. 
The ipad has a 3G option, and even without the removable there's a considerably larger amount of storage available.
The Wired view is too harsh imo (and not something I want to hear as i wait for mine to ship), but a tablet launching now is different than a tablet launching back when the ipad 1 came out, so it's not necessarily unfair that it should be judged accordingly.
zou said:
The ipad has a 3G option, and even without the removable there's a considerably larger amount of storage available.
The Wired view is too harsh imo (and not something I want to hear as i wait for mine to ship), but a tablet launching now is different than a tablet launching back when the ipad 1 came out, so it's not necessarily unfair that it should be judged accordingly.
HiroProtagonist
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You were who I needed in the Nook thread. Can you explain why they are all using 2.3? Is it an Amazon/Barnes and Noble problem, or a Google problem? I don't understand why there are various versions of Android floating around on new hardware.giga said:
Trent Strong
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Dat price. Cheaper than an iPod touch.
outunderthestars
Banned
jvm said:
Same. Mine is about 60 miles away. Sooooo excited!
Vanillalite
Ask me about the GAF Notebook
Trent Strong said:
Touch has been over priced like a boss for a while though. The base model only has 8 gigs and as far as we know it's still only packing 256 megs of RAM. Also while it has similar specs the screen and the camera in actuality aren't near as good as the iPhone stuff.
People seem to not care enough about this fact though. This was all true before the Fire released too.
Vanillalite
Ask me about the GAF Notebook
outunderthestars said:
Backend and the APIs are part of the root problems performance wise. No pun intended.
outunderthestars
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Brettison said:
People don't really buy Apple products based on hardware specs.
Vanillalite
Ask me about the GAF Notebook
outunderthestars said:
I don't disagree. I know a lot of people who even though they don't care about hardware specs complain about the 8 gigs though.
outunderthestars
Banned
Brettison said:
This is true. I'm trying to figure out what to buy my daughter her birthday in two weeks. Debating between an ipod touch, the Kindle Fire, or a PS3. I'd buy her the touch in a heartbeat if they offered more storage...
dskillzhtown
keep your strippers out of my American football
Mine should be here tomorrow. Feel like it was totally unnecessary to pre-order though since it is in stores today.
Looking forward to seeing how it performs.
Looking forward to seeing how it performs.
The Albatross
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Will be waiting for the next release probably. Been dying for a Fantasy Football / College Hoops companion that has all-day battery life at a reduced price.
ReturnOfTheRAT
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My Fire was delivered to my house at 7:58AM. That's the earliest I've ever had something delivered from Amazon. I've taken it to work so that I can start playing around with it.
Pre-ordered the day of the announcement in September, with the plan of either holding onto it for myself, or flipping it on eBay in December if Amazon can't meet demand.
My girlfriend ordered one as well, so I'm looking forward to futzing about with it to make my decision; I really hate that inherent "hitchiness" to Android from past experience, so it's disappointing to hear some impressions that that problem is still in full effect. :- \
My girlfriend ordered one as well, so I'm looking forward to futzing about with it to make my decision; I really hate that inherent "hitchiness" to Android from past experience, so it's disappointing to hear some impressions that that problem is still in full effect. :- \
VindictiveGnome
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I messed around with a demo unit at the Target in town and I definitely like it. Buyers have 30 days to return, correct? I've always wanted a Kindle and I may have to pick this one up. I've read a few reviews and all the things they nitpicked at didn't bother me on the demo unit.
The Friendly Monster
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It has, they also made Honeycomb source available yesterday.LCfiner said:
ReturnOfTheRAT
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The stock browser on the Fire is very similar to what I have on my DroidX. Pages are loading normally, though I can't judge the speed until I get off my works slow wifi network and take this home.
And I will need to get a screen protector for this thing. It loves fingerprints, just like the iPad.
And I will need to get a screen protector for this thing. It loves fingerprints, just like the iPad.
Got mine and am really digging it. The zooming isn't as smooth as iOS devices, but it really isn't that bad. Had the reviews not mentioned it, I wouldn't have noticed it. Also, the mail app doesn't have an archive button for gmail users.
Once Spotify is released, I'll be a happy camper.
Once Spotify is released, I'll be a happy camper.
perryfarrell
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Reviews on Engadet, Gizmodo and Verge are positive.
On Engadget, however, they mentioned something about audio problems. They said,
"Swapping over to your own 'buds or headset obviously helps, but we still weren't impressed by the audio fidelity. There's a very, very subtle pop when playback starts and something of a constant hiss in the background during playback, even when the music is paused. Audiophile quality this isn't."
Can anyone confirm this?
On Engadget, however, they mentioned something about audio problems. They said,
"Swapping over to your own 'buds or headset obviously helps, but we still weren't impressed by the audio fidelity. There's a very, very subtle pop when playback starts and something of a constant hiss in the background during playback, even when the music is paused. Audiophile quality this isn't."
Can anyone confirm this?
perryfarrell
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Well, on Cnet, they have a different take on audio: "The Kindle doesn't offer any high-tech sound enhancements or EQ settings, but the fact that they managed to pull off a clean, quiet headphone output is a rare accomplishment at this price."
So it seems it's not a problem
So it seems it's not a problem
Just got mine. The sluggishness isn't as bad as some reviews make it out to be. It's ok. Kind of small for web browsing- which is what I'd use it for mainly. I am going to try to read a bit of a book on it to see how it is. Right now it's a 50/50 change I will keep or send it back to Amazon and wait for the inevitable better version next year.
outunderthestars
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Mine has arrived, after futzing with it for an hour or so I think I am sending it back.
I really, really, really hate the interface.
All of the streaming video also looked really bad.
The gyro is super sensitive
not having physical buttons makes me want to hurt things.
I'll post more details later, but as of now I am really underwhelmed.
I really, really, really hate the interface.
All of the streaming video also looked really bad.
The gyro is super sensitive
not having physical buttons makes me want to hurt things.
I'll post more details later, but as of now I am really underwhelmed.
patrickthehedgehog
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Mine still hadn't shipped yet and based on opinions and money issues I've decided to cancel it. I'll be there next round though.
JORMBO
Darkness no more
Got mine at Best Buy. Although they didn't have any cases....
Browser seems fast enough. I've been playing around with it and it loads up everything just fine. I've hit a few image heavy photography websites and haven't had any problems.
I like the interface. I have a Droid so it's easy for me to find my way around.
Browser seems fast enough. I've been playing around with it and it loads up everything just fine. I've hit a few image heavy photography websites and haven't had any problems.
I like the interface. I have a Droid so it's easy for me to find my way around.
The Faceless Master
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So, Amazon had all of this talk about their Silk browser, but they couldn't code in GPU Acceleration when they have a freaking OMAP4 inside!?
VindictiveGnome
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I've been wanting to buy a Kindle for quite some time now. I mostly want it for textbooks, but I'm not sure how many textbooks have made the leap to digital. Anyone care to shed some light?
BFIB
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Ok, UPS guy finally showed up at my doorstep about an hour ago. Said he has been going all over today delivering Kindles. Lots of orders in my area, apparently.
So, so far I must say, I am impressed. Sure, its not flashy, the UI is basic, but it does exactly what I want it to do. Downloaded the first volume of Walking Dead using comiXology, and the screen looks great. Streamed a few videos from Netflix, and the quality is decent. Not iPad level display, but for $200, I think its really good.
Got the free version of Angry Birds, just to mess around. Load ups were quick enough, and the touchscreen is very responsive.
The main negatives I have so far is the lack of a volume rocker on the case. Really hate the fact that you have to use the software to lower or raise the volume.
But, no doubt, when the 10" hits, I'll sell this and upgrade. But, for now, its a perfectly serviceable tablet. Very happy w/ my purchase.
So, so far I must say, I am impressed. Sure, its not flashy, the UI is basic, but it does exactly what I want it to do. Downloaded the first volume of Walking Dead using comiXology, and the screen looks great. Streamed a few videos from Netflix, and the quality is decent. Not iPad level display, but for $200, I think its really good.
Got the free version of Angry Birds, just to mess around. Load ups were quick enough, and the touchscreen is very responsive.
The main negatives I have so far is the lack of a volume rocker on the case. Really hate the fact that you have to use the software to lower or raise the volume.
But, no doubt, when the 10" hits, I'll sell this and upgrade. But, for now, its a perfectly serviceable tablet. Very happy w/ my purchase.
DownWithTheShip
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I don't think there will be any issues with supply. They've been hyping this for months and haven't had any problems fulfilling orders.
My wife ordered me one this morning, and it arrives tomorrow. Got it mainly to stream movies while in bed. Interested to checkout Amazons selection.
My wife ordered me one this morning, and it arrives tomorrow. Got it mainly to stream movies while in bed. Interested to checkout Amazons selection.
Skel1ingt0n
I can't *believe* these lazy developers keep making file sizes so damn large. Btw, how does technology work?
Noooooo! I have to wait till Christmas! I'm soooo close! :-(
nemss said:
Do you mind loading a PPT file and taking some pics of going between slides?
Here is a link to Microsoft/Yahoo ppt presentation. I really appreciate it!
http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=...cu7_NRlpFMmma7K2Q&sig2=rVlcXpGvOt9swIUGmkaaaA
outunderthestars
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More Kindle Fire weirdness:
Videos in their store are showing up for rental only, with no option to purchase.
Unable to purchase content via the device. Every time I do it says that an error has occurred without telling me what the error is.
Was playing the free app of the day and the Fire's menu button cuts off the bottom of the screen, making it impossible to read the last line of text in dialog.
touch screen sometimes stops responding to touches
LCD screen has a relly bright spot right along the edge with lots of white light bleeding in
And on a random note: it uses a usb micro b connector. It's different from the existing kindle cables.
Still not sure if there is any way to load local content onto the device.
I can't help but shake the feeling that this thing is in beta, both hardware and software wise.
Videos in their store are showing up for rental only, with no option to purchase.
Unable to purchase content via the device. Every time I do it says that an error has occurred without telling me what the error is.
Was playing the free app of the day and the Fire's menu button cuts off the bottom of the screen, making it impossible to read the last line of text in dialog.
touch screen sometimes stops responding to touches
LCD screen has a relly bright spot right along the edge with lots of white light bleeding in
And on a random note: it uses a usb micro b connector. It's different from the existing kindle cables.
Still not sure if there is any way to load local content onto the device.
I can't help but shake the feeling that this thing is in beta, both hardware and software wise.
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