Making the Switch from iPad to Kindle Paperwhite

[@Kay-wp8xf]

It's so nice to see a booktuber not bashing on reading via kindle. I got my basic kindle in August and since then I've read probably 100 books because I just cannot stop reading. I'm a college student and it's just amazing to have a separate, small, non-distracting device for reading alone. I know I'm totally late on this video, but I just found it and decided to drop it!

[@mikesbookreviews]

I mean I still collect my books and 90% of the time, I'm still choosing to read from them. But Kindle is wonderful idea for folks on the go.

[@pongchannel.]

@@mikesbookreviews I use books when I can but I ain't got money I prefer books or using my phone but i might get a andriod e ink device because I got glasses at like 10 so yeah I probaly should get a e ink android tablet

[@pongchannel.]

@@mikesbookreviews also the main reason it's so expensive for me to read physical books is because I read manga which yeah is easy to read fast

[@karamarie6781]

@@mikesbookreviews so true! No reason we can’t love both a physical book AND an E-reader. 👌

[@Xohaileeebrianne]

Don’t get me wrong I love every aspect of reading a physical book but I find I actually read a lot faster on my reader.

[@Xohaileeebrianne]

My kindle also doesn’t have the blue light which I find causes my headaches a lot when using my iPad or iPhone to read.

[@sanakamran1400]

@Mandy Craton Wow! You are their alternative account!

[@DineshKumar-xf6lc]

yes you are right

[@SunshineFL]

I stare at a computer screen all day at work and now I need reading glasses. I just purchased the kindle oasis for reading I do have an iPad but reading on the kindle is enjoyable and no distractions. No ads.

[@mikesbookreviews]

Can't beat that. I'd pay more to get rid of ads, honestly.

[@reggiemiller2543]

You now need glasses because you're old, not because of staring at computers all day long. LOL.

[@dencentbeatz794]

@@reggiemiller2543 staring at a computer screen all day does hurt ur eyes tho

[@simranthiara6616]

Are still enjoying the oasis? I’m on the fence about getting an e-reader 😅

[@SunshineFL]

@@simranthiara6616 yes.

[@shawnthemom]

I recently bought a paper white because I was as having problems with eye strain and headaches when I would read for long periods of time on my iPad. I’ve only had it about a week now, but no more eye strain when I have insomnia and read for hours on end. It’s made a HUGE difference.

[@mikesbookreviews]

Same here. It has been a gamechanger. Glad it has helped you, too!

[@papaapple93]

I love reading on an ereader and it's wonderful especially with Stephen King books which are the size and weight of phone books lol

[@mikesbookreviews]

Ha ha, yes. King and Sanderson books make this thing a must.

[@MistressBunyMomo]

I just got a paper white yesterday and I am starting with a Stephen King book because of that reason! lol

[@IaconDawnshire]

Had to read some of King books on my Kindle due to hand cramps

[@bobafruti]

I disagree!!! Some Stephen king books aren’t the size of phone books...

[@mikeslemonade]

Yea gonna receive my kindle oasis with leather case in two days, but the thing I have issue with his no color. Understandably there’s a trade off and the tech just isn’t there yet to have the vivid book look and have colors with the same screen. I will just have a iPad with me or iPhone with me to look at the colors then.

[@beatricemendoza2932]

I bought the paperwhite to get myself back into reading! so far, ive read three or four books, which is great to my previous zero!

[@gblan]

I used my iPad as a reader for years, most recently 12" iPad Pro. I recently bought a new Paperwhite and I am in love with the lightness of it. I hadn't realized what a tank the iPad was. I'm reading more than ever now. Still use the iPad for magazines though, can't be beat for that.

[@ciannacoleman5125]

I was reading on my 9.7 iPad the other day while laying on the couch with my bf, the main arm holding it up started going numb and my “book” kept waving around lol. A lighter device would be nice

[@separator94]

I've had my Kindle Paperwhite for close to 4 years now and it still works like new. I got it specifically for the kind of technology it uses which is different than tablets. It's very easy on the eyes, resembles the look and feel of real paper and you can read it easily when you're outside in the sun. Tablets, as well as my phone, kill my eyes (which are super sensitive) but my Paperwhite doesn't. The only drawbacks to it are the lack of color (as I've read some books that use different colored text for certain reasons. Plus colorful artwork and maps show up in black and white and at low resolutions) and not being able to flip back and forth to reference stuff, like maps, quickly and easily. The Lord of the Rings was a difficult one for me because of all the geological references I wanted to keep looking up on the different maps. I ended-up just using high quality printouts of the maps which I kept next to me. Worked perfectly. That's one story that's a lot of fun to track your characters progress.

[@TheHipdeathgoddess]

Thank you for your review! I just purchased the paperwhite and I’m super excited for it to arrive in a couple days. I can’t wait for the convenience of being able to throw it in my purse and not bend pages, and be able to comfortably read a book with 500+ pages without the bulk.

[@brad1916]

I wish i liked to read. I try and try to read a book and not get bored. I actually just started dialysis after having a kidney transplant for 20 years and I am thinking about getting Kindle to keep my busy while sitting on the dialysis chair for 4 hours.. I also subbed. Im hoping a channel like yours will help me like to read more often. Hopefully he fact that ill have someone there to talk about books with will push me along..

[@kellylewis6060]

My mom is on dialysis as well, I hope you have learned to love reading. Hope you are well.

[@5itka]

You just gotta find the right genre!! You’ll love reading once you discover the books that really grab your attention :)

[@brad1916]

@@5itka i have read all sorts of genre. I just enjoy the task of reading. I have yet to find a book that i have really enjoyed and couldn’t put down. It could be Comedy/Mystery/Action/Drama/Fantasy/Fiction/Nonfiction/Biography... it doesn’t matter.. i just don’t enjoy it.

[@ambarrose]

I'm going through the same stuff. I've been noticing my sight more tired. And I already use glasses for years now. So I just went ahead and this Christmas as a gift for myself I bought a Kobo. More freedom. No adds.

[@amrtamadhavidevidasi1781]

Yes my daughter had eye problems reading from mobile and laptop. Now with Kindle she has no more eye problems!!! Same like you :) But yes, you must read some Still Prabhupad Books as well. They are written painstakingly for intellectual people like you and your good wife!

[@Carlosocc95]

I bought a kindle Paperwhite like a year ago but I started to use it since the last month and I have been reading like six hours everyday and I'm really happy that my eyes don't hurt or something like that after long time reading.

[@mikesbookreviews]

It’s amazing that my reading time actually went up when I got this thing. But being able to take it with me everywhere helps.

[@john8723]

Great video. I believe the Kindle ereader also helped relieve eye strain because it is front lit rather than back lit like your iPad or smartphone.

[@mikesbookreviews]

I know most of the comments are folks just saying that this happens at this age, but my eye strain is virtually healed since I made the switch.

[@mohammedrizvi8182]

I just ordered the Kindle paperwhite thanks to you...!!

[@mikesbookreviews]

Hope you like it as much as I have!

[@latoya1274]

I actually read my Kindle paper white on “night mode” (Invert to black) in the dark and it’s simply amazing. My eyes feel no strain.

[@mikesbookreviews]

Less eye strain the better, for sure.

[@alynam82]

I started reading on my phone just because it was something new and different, the novelty of using my phone as a book amongst numerous other things. But eventually merged to paperwhite and love it. I still read physical books too, but there's so many opportunities to find digital books, books I otherwise would never have heard about, and CHEAP too

[@neorich59]

I get the whole excitement thing. I've had a Kindle for 11 years and I still love picking it up. I've just upgraded, well "side-graded" from the 4th Gen to the 10th Gen, White (no ads and no fingerprints) Model. I have mine in a really slim MOKO case and love it. Probably still reading 2 hours a day!

[@MrMeanSpeaks]

I feel you on all your points... I'm 54 and I have a iPad pro and I love it, but the reading at night bothers my wife! And my eyes are very fatigued after reading after 20 min. I just pulled the trigger and ordered the new waterproof one, it was refurbished but has 32GB ram storage, should be here later in the week. 94.$ total with NO ADS! also no wall charger needed as its such a low power draw its made to plug into your pc and charges off there. Enjoy...thanks for the informative video...

[@hannahsmith4540]

I love my kindle! I don’t spend money on books. I use the virtual library!

[@emilioerandu]

Adds are irrelevant to the reading experience. They don't pop-up, they are not animated, they don't take reading space and there is no waiting time added. They are just your screen when the Kindle is asleep, and there is a bottom bar in the library's screen (only in this screen). To remove them means to get the generic screensavers (e.g. instead of a book offer you get a picture of a puzzle), and to be able to list one or two more books. I recommend you get it with the adds so you save some money.

[@bobafruti]

And you have to swipe to unlock it...

[@IowaKim]

You eye redness decreased significantly between the first part of the video and a week later. Eyestrain relief for sure!

[@mikesbookreviews]

Ha! That’s a good old dryness problem I have in my left eye. I just forgot my eye drops before recording.

[@IowaKim]

@@mikesbookreviews Thanks for the review. Just received my Kindlewhite yesterday and am immersed in reading on it!

[@mikesbookreviews]

@@IowaKim It's great. I find myself choosing to read off it more and more even when I have the hard copy.

[@jbrown8331]

Mike's Book Reviews Mike, are you by chance sleeping on your left side with arm under the pillow and pillow pressed into face? Modern research is showing this to cause The problem as well as blepharitis, MGD etc on the eye you’re sleeping on. If so, I’d try and sleep on your back for a couple weeks and do not let your eye touch the pillow to see if you don’t have marked improvement.

[@pongchannel.]

@@IowaKim I would get a kindle white but I'm not getting in another ecosystem and I was already planning on getting the quest 2 so I can have a giant book

[@samsonkiflom5954]

This review is enough for me to buy the paper white and order it with the cover. Thanks man!

[@bobafruti]

In college I tried reading Les Miserabés which clocks in at well over 1,000 pages. I tried reading in bed and it was uncomfortable no matter the position. It hit me in the nose more than once. I tried reading it while running on the treadmill, the print was too small and holding the pages in place was a pain. So I could basically only sit and read it at a table like some kind of monk. I don’t care how much you like the feel of a book that’s not convenient. With an ereader you can take it anywhere, and if you happen to live abroad like I do you don’t have to struggle with the meager supply of English language books available.

[@neilsewell2007]

I love my Kindle, although I still pick up a “proper” book as I try to clear my unread paper library. My volume of reading has increased with my Kindle. The “Send to Kindle” is fabulous and allows me to carry loads of different documents with me everywhere.

[@danii5630]

Does this mean I can load pdfs or other study material on the kindle? That'd be great😅

[@neilsewell2007]

Danii Yes you can. Either send the pdf to the email address of the Kindle, ( find it under the settings, your account) and then sync the Kindle OR follow this when plugged into a computer. www.dummies.com/consumer-electronics/tablets/kindle/how-to-transfer-pdfs-to-a-kindle/

[@Trekpanther]

I had a moment a year and change ago when I moved out of my parents place into my own...and discovered the inconvenience of moving your physical library in multiple boxes into a new apartment and simply having no room for multiple book shelves, especially for books you realize that you may not care for anymore. I realized that at a certain point I can't keep doing physical books for everything and my locay library doesn't have everything I need (also easy to get charges because I take long to read thus late charges), so it was time to get into Kindle. Got a Kindle Paperwhite for Christmas last year and it's been beneficial for me to keep reading without stressing out about physical storage solutions, especially for things I may never read again.

[@nicnackscorner1031]

My dad hit 50 and it was like a switch was thrown. He needed glasses. It happens. Love the video

[@mikesbookreviews]

Yeah, that's the most likely answer. But my eyes do feel better since making the switch. Less strain.

[@nicnackscorner1031]

@@mikesbookreviews thats good its helping you out. Eye sight is most coveted by booklovers.

[@michaelandrewmesina1431]

You should have bought the Kindle with special offers and saved the $20. The ads are actually non-intrusive and they only appear on your lock screen. But if you really want them gone, you can just chat with Amazon support and they will remove the ads for free! (Of course they won't mention this anywhere. I just read it somewhere on reddit, tried it and it worked!) :) Anyway, I just discovered your channel yesterday and immediately liked your style. Looking forward to more recommendations and discussions. Hope you get more subscribers because you certainly deserve it!

[@mikesbookreviews]

Thanks! I've really only been doing the booktuber thing since March and have seen decent growth. As long as folks keep watching and commenting, I'd love to keep doing this.

[@mud2479]

You can ask amazon support to remove the ads for you. I bought my kindle with the special offers and I contacted amazon support chat asking politely if they could remove the ads and they did it in seconds, no problems at all. I'm not form the US, so I don't know if it will work for people living in the US, but there is also an option to pay the $20 bucks ,after you bought the kindle, to remove the ads.

[@mikesbookreviews]

I've heard mixed things from folks in the States. Some have said they removed the ads and some have said they didn't. Oh well.

[@RandoPiano]

I've had several kindles and fires, and my current Paperwhite is WITHOUT special offers. Personally, I miss the different screensavers (of new books) when it goes to sleep. My current Paperwhite WITHOUT offers only has a handful of images that it cycles through as a sleep screensaver. As far as I could tell, the screensaver was the only way ads showed themselves on the Kindle WITHOUT offers. Just something to consider. Thanks for all your reviews!

[@ImplosiveAlloy2]

I don't know if it's still available, but I had a kindle without special offers a few years ago, and there was the option to turn them on through the manage my kindle page on amazon. I don't know if that's still an option, but it may be.

[@0bscenity]

Much like you, I looked upon eReaders with disdain for a long time. Then my gf brought a Kindle Keyboard home one day that she had purchased from a co-worker. It wasn't very long before the convenience of it outweighed any previous objections I had to them. It was replaced by the 1st gen Paperwhite, which I've had since, but I'll likely upgrade to the new Oasis soon. I honestly can't remember the last time I read a physical book, although I was forced to order a couple the other day because they were unavailable as ebooks, so it looks like I'll be breaking that streak soon.

[@mikesbookreviews]

I love reading a good hardcover...unless I'm reading in bed. Then, digital is the way to go.

[@bandogbone3265]

You can scan your paper-only books into PDF, or, if you're really dedicated, OCR and edit them into EPUB or MOBI, especially for your most precious publications. One reason I got the Oasis was for its slightly larger screen, which makes the PDFs a little easier to read. Do some searches and check book junkie forums to learn about specific software tools.

[@ChiannaNycole]

Welcome to the club! I have had a version of the kindle since the kindle keyboard days, rarely can I be bothered to read a physical book these days. You can also get ebooks from your library using the libby app. Enjoy!

[@mikesbookreviews]

I adore the damn thing. It even fits in my pocket so I can have it on hand whenever I get a free moment. Yeah. I'm THAT GUY now.

[@monicacamu4671]

I love your review! My husband and I were looking for an unboxing or anything that would take us to see how it feels when you get the KINDLE. We got irritated with some vloggers cause they just rant about the backround noises.. Their makeup.. This and that. Your review was informative. Made us watch til the end. We were into your explanations about jow ipad affected your eyesight and stuff like that. Will always watch YOUR reviews from now on! Thanks!

[@mikesbookreviews]

So happy to help

[@rep3e4]

I have an old Sony PRS T2 (got many years ago) which I haven't used for ages, and it still goes well, must use it more

[@mikesbookreviews]

I remember when e-readers first started taking off and I got my wife a Sony PRS 500. It seems archaic now but she used the hell out of that thing.

[@sama389]

Thank you so much for this video. I'm a teacher and because of online classes my eyes are constantly tired. I do have an ipad but will be buying a kindle very soon. I need to take care of my eyes before it's too late.

[@sokmaiazz6428]

Think you for this review. My phone and iPad really bother my eyes. I want to really get it now, thank you.

[@Nxrth2001]

did you get it?

[@lycosconsulting]

Thanks for your review Mike! Very keen on the paperwhite now... Just so you know, you've not done anything to ruin your eyes. For all of us, somewhere between 40 - 50 years old (depending on genetics) the lens inside the eye starts to loose its elasticity, and we cannot magnify to the same extent. Hence the need for readers (aka: cheaters). Your LASIK treated the surface of the eye (sounds like it was 100% successful), you're now experiencing the deteriorating of the lens inside the eye. This is the sucker that later in life may develop cataracts. Again, not triggered by your reading. Reading at night of an iPad or phone screen messes with your melatonin levels, which can screw with your sleep (like you mention near the end of your vid). Staring at light when all else is dark can give you a headache/eyestrain. And no, I'm not an ophthalmologist, but I work with one (I'm a laser technician and manager of a LASIK clinic). Again, thanks for your vid! And again, don't panic, you've not triggered anything to kill your eyes.

[@betoguerra87]

This is the review i was serching for

[@EduardoLopez-tged]

100% agreed! the ipad has been my main machine for almost a decade at this point. I have a work computer that stays at my desk and so for my own personal time the Ipad is more or less my personal laptop. Even more so now that you can have a keyboard and mouse on it. With that said as I get older (and as someone who has to be in front of a computer all day) I have noticed my reading started cutting down recently. I really hadn't realize I had a tough time concentrating on my ipad due to the light. I start wearing computer glasses and that helped but I had heard that nothing beats an e-ink ereader. Now I had the kindle oasis and what difference it makes! I am back to reading many books a week and its awesome. Maybe after pandemic is over and I am not stuck in front of my computer as much (I am management so i would have meetings with people in a room as opposed to on zoom) I might switch back to just carrying my ipad around, but for now its been great to use kindle (and it doesn't weigh anything so it might not be a big deal to still carry it around with me)

[@glojean94]

Thanks so much for the info about reading with a black background. I read on an iPad too. I have eye problems and I have been reading with the dark background. I’m definitely going to buy a kindle. 😊

[@gelaigurl]

I have a 9.7 iPad and it's heavy for reading. I got a 2019 Kindle and love it. Very gentle on the eyes but I sold it and got a Fire 7 tablet. The 7 very handy and I could play light games on it in between reading. Nothing beats the Kindle battery though.

[@katyareads221]

The Nook Glowlight 3 has a great adjustable light which goes a yellow tinge or pink tinge and it can be on automatic based on the time of day. The tinge is even more easy on the eye....love it. I have two nooks and a kindle.

[@mikesbookreviews]

That's a nifty little feature. I've tried the auto lighting feature on my iPhone and it just always seems too dark, so I turned it off. But that sounds great for an eReader.

[@henryivan6858]

I have this nook 3 and the decisive factor between this and the paperwhite was the physical buttons and the warm light. The Paperwhite is just perfect and is one of the best and so sleek and beautiful. But if you want the extra eye protection, whenever you decide to upgrade, I suggest an ereader with the warm light. I can actually feel in my eyes as soon as I adjust the already easy on the eyes ereader light into the warm amber light, my eyes feel different. The Glowlight 3 is on the affordable side and has the touchscreen plus the press down buttons (it matters to some) or can upgrade to the new generation kindle Oasis which is expensive. But we in the ereader world are hoping for a kindle Voyage 2 soon. You can do what I did, go to a Barnes and Noble and test try their Nooks (they also have a big waterproof 7.8" screen version) and go to a Best Buy and test try the Kindles. But your switch from ipad to the amazing kindle Paperwhite is a WIN.

[@mikesbookreviews]

@@henryivan6858 This is what my wife has. She loves it.

[@karamarie6781]

I feel the exact same way as you! Stephen King’s Under The Dome fell on my head and that was it! I bought myself a Nook and never looked back!😂

[@OdinHardware]

This was the video I needed to clear my confusion especially the effect of eyesight. And I got the answer prefectly. Thanks a ton. One surprising coincidence ! I too suffer from eyesight degradation and I'm 41 too 🤗😄

[@mikesbookreviews]

Happy to help!

[@sharkiealami7817]

I like how you explain very clearly and very honest. I’m in the same boat, I have an iPad and looking to convert to kindle

[@sharkiealami7817]

Bought an Oasis today

[@dianagallego8877]

I just bought a Kindle Paperback during Prime Day a few days ago and saw your Update Video (then came to see this one) because I was concerned about the "Jankiness" of the Paperwhite and I am glad to know that it's normal. I bought it with Ads after another reviewer on Amazon said we can buy it with Ads and pay afterwards to remove them (and not get taxed on the difference). I have a Kindle Fire as well that I got as a gift and I agree, those Ads can drive you crazy but you can pay $15 to remove them from your Fire ($20 for Paperwhite) through your Amazon account under Devices. So far the Ads on the Kindle haven't been noticeable much especially if it's left on an open book page, which I always seem to, but I love knowing now that I have the option of removing them when they do start getting annoying. (I will paste this comment on your Update Video in case your Subscribers would like info on Ads on a Paperwhite or on the removal option). Thank you for these great reviews!

[@lilylenarzhooyman5242]

I will be moving soon and the idea of brining all my books with me seems pretty impossible, this was the video I needed to convince me to get one

[@Cat-ox2ih]

Thank you . I just need this kind of review . I have been wondering about whether the iPad screen is going to harm my eyesight too . I just struggled to think about purchasing a iPad or the kindle . You made it clear and I can finally make a decision since then.😄

[@somatraseng]

I bought my paperwhite a year ago and I absolutely love it. I read everything off of it nowadays. I actually started reading more because of it. Much easier to carry around than a big book in my backpack. Still love actually books, but the convenience of the paperwhite is hard to beat.

[@mikesbookreviews]

Traveling is what made me accept an e-reader. But yeah, after almost a month of using this thing, I love it. The eye strain is almost gone.

[@harpercauthon]

omg that's so funny I'm reading Words of Radiance right now. The thing is tremendously heavy haha. Love the Shallan portrait in the background. Thanks for the good content here.

[@cortneybowman7297]

I have light sensitivity and astigmatism which gives me horrible headaches with LED screens. My Kindle has saved me so much aggravation. Even when the outer layer of my eye deteriorated for a bit my kindle was the only "lit" screen I could manage. I am so happy you tried this and are enjoying it. I saw your 6th month update video as well and am so happy for you. I will likely rewatch your Oasis upgrade video again because I just updated to the oasis and I am terrified to open the box!

[@kevinwillis6707]

As I got older my eyesight forced me from paper to Kindle, I thought it was common knowledge that backlit screens on tablets and phones are bad for prolonged use, I don't even use the Paperwhite but the standard unlit screen 70 pounds for that is also much cheaper than a tablet, and going weeks without looking for a charger is great. The font adjustment and bookmark was a revelation after paper, and I honestly wouldn't go back except for large reference books.

[@mikesbookreviews]

I think it's kind of like when my folks were reluctant to move from 8 tracks & vinyl to cassettes and CD. I've spent my whole life reading from hardcovers and nothing can beat that. But this is definitely the way to go while reading in dark/in bed.

[@kevinshaw7755]

I live the feel of a book but I use my kindle so I can read at work I do doordash so it's easier to read between orders.

[@ricktaylor5397]

If you download the paperback version of the book, the Kindle weighs even less….Steve Martin many years ago😊

[@willlexie]

I have little tips for constant reading on a tablet: 1. If you have the budget, buy glasses with anti computer glare radiation thing (I don't know how it called in English). 2. Put a matte screen protector on your tablet (I have Paperlike for iPad). 3. Switch on auto colour adjustment on your tablet. For example, the white colour won't be true white when you're reading in the dark, but slightly yellowish. 4. Don't use white paper black ink or jet black paper white ink on your ebook setting. Use the cream/ivory paper or matte black paper (I use Scribd).

[@camb546]

Next gen ipads have mini leds with infinite contrast. So blacks are pure black. Then there's a blue light filter. So you can have light yellow text on pure black background and you won't have the eye strain. Although I do totally see a use for the kindle... Like if I'm on vacation or in a public place, I'd much rather have a kindle than the iPad. Less worry when it comes to theft or getting wet.

[@MegBookishRamblings]

I used to not have any interest in having an e-reader because I was fine with having a small selection of paper books and to borrow the rest from the Library. A few years ago my boyfriend and a friend were kind enough to give me a gently used Kindle Fire as well as some Amazon credits. Eventually I bought a new Kindle Fire when the charging port started failing on it which I have very much enjoyed and am so glad to have one. Last year I bought a Kindle Paperwhite on Prime day for a really good deal because I wanted something I could read easier outside when it's bright out, can handle getting a little wet and easier on my eyes. I'm so glad that I decided to buy one as I use it quite a bit, really enjoy how the ink reads like a book which is really easy on my eyes particularly at night or out in full daylight and still use my Kindle Fire too especially for graphic novels. When my Paperwhite arrived, I also was surprised how like it was. I love how easy it is to slip either Kindle in my pocket and much easier to travel with though I do still enjoy physical books and own quite a lot. The only downside is not having any color for the covers or pictures in some of the nonfiction books I've read.

[@mikesbookreviews]

It's amazing how when I bought it, I felt like it was a want and not a need. Now I can't imagine life without it since I take it everywhere. It grows on you quick.

[@MegBookishRamblings]

@@mikesbookreviews I know what you mean! I debated buying it because I already had a Kindle that's still functioning but I heard such good things about the Paperwhite and it was such a great deal on Prime day that I took the leap. I'm so glad that I did because it's been worth it and I can read it for hours without straining my eyes.

[@gaymrblog]

Great video! I have been using a kindle for a long time and they are great! I got a Kindle Oasis and paid the extra bit to turn off the ads.

[@mikesbookreviews]

If I ever "upgrade" it'll be for the Oasis and I'll gift this one to my kid when he finally gets interested in reading on his own.

[@davidely7032]

I am such a fan of my Kindle that once, when I bought a used book that interested me in a knee jerk reaction, I bought the Kindle version when I realized and remembered how awkward holding a book was. Double jeopardy. 😅

[@adammalone2909]

11/22/63 is in my opinion, his best work.

[@mikesbookreviews]

I think it is by far his best work post-accident.

[@Brunette_Rapunzel]

Honestly, the ad only pops up when you first open your Kindle. I got the one with ads since I didn't want to spend the extra, but I found it really doesn't bother me.

[@bandogbone3265]

I got the Kindle Voyage when it first came out, use Calibre to make backup copies of all my books (so I can read them on any computer, even if Amazon disappears), and I just ordered a Kindle Oasis. Search for plugins and techniques to allow Calibre to deal with DRM, rentals, and other content restrictions. Without Calibre, I would have to settle for poorer quality e-readers. I know your Paperwhite is still new, but the Oasis, with the warm color light and bigger screen, would be worth considering for you, especially to mitigate the eyesight concerns. When I get my Oasis, I will continue using the Voyage for commuting, but switch to Oasis for home and bedtime use. At 62, I still don't use glasses and work hard to maintain my health overall. Proper nutrition, detox, and athletics help as much as specific attention to eyesight.

[@mikesbookreviews]

What put the Paperwhite over the top for me was the size. I love it. I literally take it with me everywhere now since it fits in my back pocket.

[@nightcrawler4890]

I found the light of an iPad pro too bright for reading, especially at night. ordered the kindle paperwhite hoping, this wil help me read more and help make the reading more pleasant. Thank you for the review! You have another sub!

[@Healthyobsession1]

I love my kindle paper white! It’s a game changer!

[@Marscandy1]

I was predominantly reading on iPad for ages, with a black background, and I was getting wicked migraines. I kinda thought it was the IPAD triggering my migraines so I started using my kindle more. Headaches gone. I’m gonna change the black background on IPAD now, cause I still use it sometimes. The more you know.

[@Bookishlynicole]

Really enjoyed your video. I’m 50 and I have to be honest with you, the eye thing happens to all the people who are lucky enough to live long lives. Eyes get weaker as we age. It sucks but it can’t be helped. You may be able to put things off a few years but not the long term. I’m hard core kindle and cailbre user. It took me time to get used to my kindle as well but it’s my preferred method of reading now.

[@mikesbookreviews]

Yeah, I love it. I carry the thing in my pocket around the house now so I can always bust it out when I get a moment of peace.

[@RegisteredNerds]

I know it’s very late. I hope your enjoying it, but the ads aren’t that bad at all. From my experience with the paper white 3 and 4 the ads are only on the “lock screen” before you swipe to unlock it. That’s the only time I personally have them. I’m not exactly sure how the kindle is with out the ads though.

[@mikesbookreviews]

Yeah, I've had people tell me they weren't so bad. You win some, you lose some.

[@eddya7894]

Unfortunately, I'm still snobbish about actual physical books. Reading for long periods of time on an eReader isn't good for our eyes, and it tends to give me headaches. But at the same time, while I was a teacher a few years ago, I did some research as many schools started switching to reading assignments on eReaders. And I discovered that our brains process words on physical media better. We retain information better, we learn more from the information, and we process it more efficiently. I know there are plenty of advantages to eReaders, and I do have some books for my Kindle (Amazon Prime Reads gives you a free eBook (you choose out of six options) each month), but I just feel better reading physical books. Plus, the nerd in me feels the compulsion to have a collection of books to show off on my shelves! I know I come across as a crochety old man (I'm only a year older than you.... but I feel much older!!!), and after all, eReaders do help the environment.... but I just can't get into them.

[@Your2ndHeart]

Caliber is application for kindle books

[@paintedjaguar]

But unless you really want the audio features, why go with a Kindle when you can get a Kobo, especially if you are already using Calibre to curate your ebooks? I myself use a 7" Kobo Libra H2O, which has all the other current e-reader bells & whistles, has an asymmetric "handle" plus physical page buttons, and is waterproof so I can read in the tub.

[@mpetrides]

You are probably experiencing what everyone does at about that age-presbyopia. It’s why people in their 40s start needing reading glasses. That said, using an e-reader instead of an LCD screen will reduce eye fatigue. So your decision to switch to a Kindle makes sense. The reason I resist it, despite having had Kindles since the very first butt-fuggly white one, is that I despise the pagination on Kindle books. Locations instead of page numbers just suck; people don’t think in multiple thousands of “pages” nearly as well as they do when page numbers are in the hundreds. And, yes, distraction is a very real problem when reading on an iPad, which is why I’m considering switching back to a Kindle, even though most of my books have been purchased from Apple Books because their pagination is much better IMHO.

[@valerieramirez6446]

I’ve been debating on my a kindle, I think I’m going to get one this year.

[@ticketNo713]

Thanks for the reader review and not a tech review. I never knew about ipads effecting my eye sight or the black background being a problem. I usually use my kindle but i have the 2nd gen kindle with the keyboard 🤣 It was a 18th birthday present...I'm 27 now. I appreciate this very much. By the way, my bookshelf would drive you nuts. Most of my books were from being a broke kid so I bought whatever was cheaper. Including mass paper backs mixed with 2nd hand hard covers in the same series. It KILLS me. 😂 I totally understand your ocd about wanting it all uniform. One day I'll get there.

[@thezzach]

Thx Mike! I never knew reading white text on black background was bad for my eyes. Good Twilight Zone reference!

[@khamsinshamal7988]

According to an eye specailist I consulted, the failing /changing eyesight as we get older, has to do with just that - aging and the changes our bodies go through. Tiredness and dryness in the eyes has most to do with whether we have sufficient light when reading, if we are working a lot in front of computers and very important - that we get glasses/ lenses in time and thus prevent straining our eyes for seeing clearly. I am reading on both Kindle Paperwhite, iPad and “analogue” books, and I find they have each their own strengths. Kindle is wonderful when sitting outside on sunny days, iPad (prefer the Mini for reading) is great for reading in bed because it has its own light (and I like the black background when it is dark) and a sharp screen, and paper books are overall nice, except the weight (on many books). That said - if you have trouble with your eyes, talk with your eye specialist before consulting the net. 😊

[@paradoxinmotion]

have felt the same thing with my eyes and im 32!

[@mikaelat3272]

I find myself enjoying both reading a physical book and reading from an ereader for different reasons. I do both and they have different appeals. :)

[@eboniestevenson231]

I know I'm late to the party but I have 3 Kindles. I have one and I brought one for each of my kids. We also have cell phones, tablets, iPads, and laptops and because of that we all wear glasses now and I also developed an astigmatism. My eye doctor actually told me about the Kindle to prevent my eyes from getting worst. I have had my Kindle for 4 years...still going strong, but I do still occasionally crave a physical book in my hands so I still do buy physical copies of books.🤷

[@MattBramer]

I've only read one book on kindle.. Warbreaker by Brandon Sanderson! I really enjoyed it. Easy to handle and easy to read. Light. I enjoy it! But I do love a good paperback.. haha

[@iamlaurenhannah]

This was a very helpful video, I had no idea about the white text on black background thing! I'm currently looking into switching from iPad to a proper e-reader and the Kindle seems the best pick.

[@_johneddy]

The Amazon tablets that are ad supported only have an ad on the home screen just before opening it up. Never had an issue with ads loading up. It’s only on the home screen when you turn it on. Also, your eye vision changes after the age of 40. That’s normal. Tried the basic Amazon Kindle reader and my eyes cannot handle it. Might go with the paperwhite, but not sure yet. My reading is much better on my phone and iPad, also the Amazon fire tablet. BTW You shared lots of good information, thank you.

[@mohamedalaa1206]

that what I love about Americans they are really simple and straight to the point

[@deannadestin6863]

I had the same issue, 6 months of reading books on my iPhone and my eyes were dry, red and twitchy + my sleep was not so great. Mind you I’m 25 and never needed glasses, well I had to get a prescription 😅 Got a Kindle oasis for Christmas and all worries are gone in a month !

[@SpydurPoet]

My husband bought me an e-reader about 10 years ago despite me clearly stating I would never read ebooks. 10 years later....I have about 20k ebooks. I mean...also about 20k hard copies (that’s a lie. I might have 200...)

[@budmike546]

I'm literally reading Words of Radiance rn and pulled up this review to look for an eReader lol. After everything, I decided to stick with my old Kindle 3rd gen, but may upgrade in the future when they add USB-C.

[@ademiranda2]

Brandon Sanderson's books do weight a ton. But they are sooo good!

[@orangemc9358]

I struggle with reading. I love it, and miss how into books I once was, but it's gotten very hard. Words move on me, I feel like the words are too close to my face or are too tiny (depending on the book size/font), I have a hard time just trying to remember the context of the previous sentence if I can even remember the previous few words, It's very hard if not impossible to "view" or picture the described scenes in my mind (probably due to a mix of previous issues listed) and etc... But, upon buying the Oasis, it's easier and I don't know why. It's only been a day or so, but it's a noticeable change and I feel the drive to read returning again. Let's just say, I'm very thankful for this man's videos, because I wouldn't have discovered the Oasis without them.

[@W9SSSRadio]

Gosh..Love that ipad cover you have..looks like a leather book..how cool..where can we find that particular cover if you remember. I'm seriously considering an iPad mini 3 for my e-reader. They are about $150 for a nice one..lots of bang for the buck versus a plain e reader!?!

[@Shaznur1980]

I like your GOT wall decor.

[@kevins4254]

I have a Kindle Fire but have only read a few books on it. I’m the old dog who can’t learn new tricks 😀. Like you said, it’s great for traveling but day-to-day I much prefer real books. Here’s a suggestion for a video: How about a debate on whether listening to audiobooks is really reading? I say NO!

[@mikesbookreviews]

Man, you don't even understand. I can't do a single book review video without someone telling me that I have to listen to the audiobook and how great it is. I mean, I'd rather folks listen to audiobooks than show no interest in a book at all, but I just can't do it. I drone off and miss key plot elements.

[@amberfranklin5512]

I really love ereaders I’ve been using them since Christmas 2015 when I got the kindle paperwhite that came out that year I used that for about 4 and a half years until I found that it was getting too small. At the point that I found the screen was getting too small for me I asked for a kindle oasis 2019 for my birthday in 2019 and my nan purchased it for me I used it until 14th June this year, at this point I was that oasis screen was getting a bit small so I purchased myself a kobo forma which has an 8 inch screen. It’s much better for me now so I’m reading more. I’m severely sight impaired so an ereader is a must have tool for me as I can make the font bigger to fit my liking.

[@thezzach]

12:05 I haven’t slept well since i had kids. 🤣

[@selvinc5625]

Don't feel bad soon as I hit 40 went from 20/20 to needed glasses the next day all of a sudden

[@jhart1127]

You know 20/20 isn't actually that great 😂 I love when people use that phrase

[@ForeverMasterless]

I spent the last few years reading on my phone. I was reluctant to give up my android reading app that I had gotten accustomed to and love so much (moon+reader), and android-based e-ink e-readers are expensive, often out of stock, and apparently have a lot of weird little issues so I never bit the bullet and got one. I said fuck it and got a paperwhite instead. There is definitely stuff I miss, like my android app could sort books by series and just show me all the dresden files books, or w/e. And it could be set to show the time left in the chapter and the entire book at once, the paperwhite can only do one or the other. And I could send my highlights to google keep or wherever I wanted. With the paperwhite it just sends it to a document that I then have to open on my PC and do something with, a document which also contains all my bookmarks so it's kind of a pain in the ass. But man, the difference in eyestrain is definitely noticeable. I would say it's even easier on your eyes than a physical paper book, tbh, because getting the perfect lighting situation for reading on paper is really hard to do.

[@countvertigo1788]

You are so scaring me about that eye thing...

[@mikesbookreviews]

It's quite concerning.

[@mayrawinan8166]

Very good review. Thank you!

[@EmeraldXV]

Just found your channel and love your content. Subscribed!

[@mikesbookreviews]

Thanks! I hope you enjoy your stay.

[@laurabernay]

Our eyesights deteriorate quicker from age 40+ but then we plateau and the deterioration goes more slowly later on. So…some bad news but good news too😅

[@sarag2970]

8gb to 6 gb because of firmware and software and I got 558 books free and there is 5 half gb left free because years ago I downloaded books to my laptop that I can add to any e reader that’s kindle mobi format or I can use Calibre to change them.

[@Admwings]

11/22/63 is such a good book