Amazon Kindle Ebook Reader

I have used my old Handspring Visor Neo with its grayscale screen (with no backlight mind you) in the past to read ebooks. I liked being able to load it up with ebooks and have a portable library at my fingertips.

The downside? The screen is horrible for reading for any length of time. It is tiny, and contrary to the specs when I purchased it - batteries do not last 2 months with this thing.

Also, I had to download and setup the ebooks on my computer and then sync the Visor with the computer in order to have the ebook transferred to the handheld. This was a major pain and did not always work.

The same could be said for almost any other ebook reader out there.

Until today, November 19, 2007.

Here is what I like about the Kindle ebook reader:

• Wireless connectivity means not having to sync the Kindle with your computer


• The screen boasts an electronic paper display. The high resolution and sharpness is as close to paper as a screen has ever been.


• Over 88,000 titles available


• The battery remains charged for a week with wireless turned off or recharge every other day.


• The wireless network Kindle utilizes is similar to the high speed networks today's cell phones use. This means you don't have to look for a WiFi hotspot.


• No monthly access fees. Just pay for the books, magazines, or newspaper subscriptions you want.

Get your Kindle today for $399.00 which includes Free 2-Day Shipping.