Is it Worth Having a Kindle in 2024? - Kindle Scribe Review

The Kindle Scribe is such an interesting device in so many ways. It is underpowered yet perfect for what it was designed for. Simple yet thoughtfully crafted. In this video, I wanted to go over how I feel about the Scribe to help you to make the best decision for yourself as to whether this device will benefit you or not.
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Products
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Kindle Scribe (with Essentials): amzn.to/3z9axDc
Kindle Scribe: www.amazon.com/Introducing-re...
Kindle Scribe folio: amzn.to/4c9NRBC
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Gear I Use
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Cameras:
Sony FX3 Full-Frame Cinema Camera: amzn.to/42I7MlK
Sony A7RV Full-Frame Mirrorless Camera: amzn.to/3sm7Vi0
Sony 24 - 105 mm F4 G OSS Lens: amzn.to/42qqhLS
Sony FE 200-600 G OSS Lens (Renewed): amzn.to/44GCfBo
Sirui 50 mm T2.9 Full Frame Anamorphic: amzn.to/45kCXoX
Atomos Ninja V+ Monitor with ProRes RAW Recording and Extras: amzn.to/44gqlhL
Stabilization:
SIRUI SVT75 Pro: amzn.to/3NCijdr
SIRUI SVH15 Fluid Head: amzn.to/4audeNW
Ulanzi Zero F38 Carbon Fiber Travel Tripod: www.ulanzi.com/products/ulanz...
Ulanzi E12 F38 Quick Release Fluid Video Head: www.ulanzi.com/products/ulanz...
DJI RS3 Pro (amazon): amzn.to/3RAJvK3
DJI OM6 (amazon): amzn.to/3HZtfiH
Lighting:
Aputure 60XS (direct): shop.aputure.com/collections/...
Aputure 60 XS (amazon): amzn.to/49m2Qqk
Amaran 300c: shop.aputure.com/products/ama...
Amaran Spotlight SE: shop.aputure.com/collections/...
Aputure Light Dome SE (direct): shop.aputure.com/products/lig...
Aputure Light Dome SE (amazon): amzn.to/3SKmQxa
Calibrite Color Checker Passport for Video: amzn.to/3NLWDvS
GODOX TL30 K2: amzn.to/3ul7m5N
Audio:
DJI Mic: amzn.to/3DxTY3K
RODE Lavalier GO Professional Microphone: amzn.to/3PnCcpJ
SONY ECM-XM1: amzn.to/45DSMHC
Zoom F3 Field Recorder: amzn.to/3YKnWKF
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Timestamps
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00:00 - Start
00:33 - Specs
01:45 - Why did I get this device?
03:43 - What the Kindle does, it does well
06:45 - Final thoughts
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I make commissions on purchases made through Amazon and Aputure links.

[@chrisvsevil9790]

I like the looks of it, seems practical for those that don’t want to use their tablet as a reader. Lots to think about.

[@jackofmanytrades]

It’s definitely not the kind of device everyone will dig. But it’s very good at the things it does. So it’s just making the decision of it fills a gap.

[@TammyDoron]

Like you, I do work on a tablet. My use case is extensive note-taking. Didn't pull trigger on the Scribe cause, as a therapist, I review client notes across different devices. Got nervous about being pigeonholed to Kindle eco, or that awkward emailing to self to have notes on my cloud service (e.g. Good Drive)

[@jackofmanytrades]

Yeah, it’s definitely I but unfortunate how limited the scribe can be when compared to traditional tablets. It’s certainly an e-reader first and foremost. Glad you were able to save your money for a device that’ll hopefully fit your workflow better!

[@SajidhMarikkar]

I got one recently and just love it. Good build quality, clear text and I feel like reading a real book as the screen is big and wide. The best part is any interesting pdf I come across, I can send to kindle and read whenever I get a break! I use a pouch rather than a cover as I love the feel of having the device on my hands. So it will be some time before I fully start making use of the writing capabilities.

[@jackofmanytrades]

Hey, that’s great to hear! My use case is pretty similar. Though I definitely make lots of use of the handwritten notes in kindle books 😄 I agree though, the feeling of the device is superb and I generally just put it in a padded backpack for travel.

[@sistergoldenhair0727]

I have scribe and love it. I’ve adopted it as my main note taking device for work. Reading books on it is great too.

[@CJBradley]

I just got the 16Gb model & premium pen for just £190.00 inc delivery and I love it. It's definitely worth the money for me as it does what I need albeit a little slow. It's also nicely made too although i don't think it's waterproof.

[@jackofmanytrades]

Glad to hear you’re enjoying your kindle! I feel the same about mine. Definitely does what it does well! It’s definitely not waterproof though. So I’d avoid jumping in the pool lol

[@Aswin-qu8uc]

Kindle is the best one as I used. iPad iBook is good than others if ipad no glare to eyes.

[@ch3ckm8]

did you get a defective device? looks like your kindle scribe is smoking up

[@SajidhMarikkar]

Would you know if I could make the Kindle Scribe a corporate device like phones and tabs so I could read reports/research papers from the knowledge repository of our firm? Our firm restricts mailing documents to personal devices and I am not sure how the Kindle can be controlled by my firm so I won't be in violation of any confidentiality requirements.

[@jackofmanytrades]

I see, so you can put content onto the kindle over USB C. But the fact that it can connect to the internet and email docs from a connected kindle account and the fact that it can’t have antivirus or other types of software installed would lead me to say, probably not. Unfortunately in cases such as those, firms tend to prefer keeping documents on highly secure devices.

[@SajidhMarikkar]

@@jackofmanytrades Firms use Microsoft Intunes to manage devices and protect data on phones and tabs. I don't know if there is a version for Kindle. Consulting firms and research based firms really need a solution for this.

[@edwardlin2941]

😊

[@nolongerhavetowork]

Is Kindle dead? Are Amazon still gonna make them?

[@jackofmanytrades]

I don’t think so. The Scribe still gets updates and I think they continue to sell pretty well. I don’t believe they are going away anytime soon.

[@alvarosalandy7969]

OMG I thought it was burning...

[@jackofmanytrades]

Haha no, just effects 😂

[@carl_oak]

@@jackofmanytrades fingers on fire XD

[@TammyDoron]

That was the fanciest Kindle reveal ever. Only other thing we needed were fireworks 🤣

[@sistergoldenhair0727]

It’s not a tablet, it’s an ereader!

[@mzmel1]

It’s an e ink tablet that’s reading focused. If you can write on it is definitely a tablet.

[@carloareaser]

@@mzmel1 no it's not. a tablet has the capability of downloading apps and doing a lot more than just reading and sketching. BOOX makes eink tablets, but Kindle only makes ereaders.