Physical Books or Kindle? My Thoughts 1 Year Later.

[@shethewriter]

Convenience usually beats sentimentality for me. I have an enormous physical library that I love, but now I’m moving and can’t afford to bring it. I read much more when I use my ereader and it feels more future proof to be able to take it anywhere. Lately I’ll buy a physical book if it’s a nice edition or very special to me, and I still save more starting with ebooks. Not to mention ebooks are much more widely available

[@Maneetpaul]

I’m in the same boat! Also moving soon and I’m only bringing the books that mean a lot to me. Everything else is on the Kindle.

[@RandomBobsAndBits]

I usually look at the price and buy whichever version is cheaper

[@theniceoyster]

I've languished so much over the pandemic, which led me to losing my reading habit. After watching your Kindle content, it was enough reasons for me to get one -- and it was totally WORTH IT. Instant reading rampage! I've only had my Paperwhite for 2 weeks, and I've already finished 7 books! The convenience of having access to multiple books at the same time was a total game changer. Challenged myself to read at least 20 books before the year ends. If you're the kind of person who wants to read more, I think the Kindle is definitely worth the investment.

[@Maneetpaul]

Wow!!! So amazing. Keep it up and best of luck with your goal!

[@theniceoyster]

@@Maneetpaul thank you so much! Keep making amazing videos - you never know how much you can change a person’s life.

[@AndrewMapollo83]

Ebook advantages: (1) the smaller footprint when taking it with you; (2) auto-bookmark: being able to put away the book without having to grab a physical bookmark to not lose your place; (3) being able to search for keywords; (4) tap-and-holding directly on unusual words to look them up; (5) they sell Kindle format half the price of the paperback (6) instant gratification, don't have to wait for the book to arrive in the mail

[@BoloBouncer]

Why I'm never going back to paper books (in general): 1 - Being able to carry your entire library with you anywhere you go. 2 - The epic Search feature which can look through your entire library for that name or phrase that's on the tip of your tongue. 3 - The amount of free and cheap books you can get on Kindle, plus the immersion feature. 4 - Obtain a book nearly instantly. 5 - Get instant definitions and translations. 6 - File all your notes in one place and have them emailed to you as reminders (Thank you for this life-changing tip).

[@jimc7445]

I was against the kindle but I prefer the kindle over physical books for a variety of reasons. During this pandemic it was a life saver. The main reason I love the kindle is my reading before bed. It is so much easier with a kindle. I don't need a light on so when I am done there is no getting up to turn it off. I can read in pure darkness with just the kindle on and that has helped me go to sleep much faster. The one thing I miss about physical books is my monthly trip to the bookstore to buy books. I miss getting in my car on the sole purpose of feeding my reading habit and killing a hour in a bookstore just perusing the shelves at all the books. I know I am not suppose to "judge a book by its cover" but I miss looking at the physical covers and seeing a book that might interest me. Then reading what it is about on the back and deciding if I want it. Doing that on the internet just isn't the same.

[@Maneetpaul]

I totally agree with all of your points! I miss buying physical books and intentionally going to a book store too. I sometimes still go just to enjoy the vibes haha.

[@Alenajellybeans]

You could do that still but then just pull it up on your phone and get the ebook version instead.

[@booknerdwithlipstick]

I've been a Kindle reader for 9 years and I love both reading ebooks and physical books ! However, last month I've bought myself a Kobo and I must say I'm impressed. Many of its features were added in the new Kindle update, but Kobo just has some small touches that shows that it's really for reading lovers. For example, when reading a book, there's a dark bar at bottom of the screen to show you the progression. Reminds me of when you look at how far in you are in a physical book. It's the small things like that you know ☺️

[@AMUSIC33]

Yup to all of these. The #1 thing I miss reading a physical book is easily flipping to get a sense of where I'm at in the book. And my #1 LOVE for reading on my Kindle is note-taking so I can review. I love being able to search my notes when I say, "what was that phrase (or quote), again?" I'm definitely going to check out Readwise based on your mention.

[@Maneetpaul]

Couldn't agree more!

[@headsauce]

The ability to highlight and sync from kindle is just such a gamer changer for non-fiction I don't know how i'd ever go back to physical books...

[@Maneetpaul]

Right!? That feature alone is worth it!

[@berghorst]

This is one of my new favorite channels! Thanks for geeking out on Kindles and books 👏🏻😄

[@Maneetpaul]

Thanks so much for watching!

[@mateenatlas]

I love your energy! Keep up the good work!!!

[@evelynwoolston7]

I've bought Kindle books which I have in paper version because they are so portable and I don't have the nuisance of bookmarks falling out. I read books in several languages which means I used to have to have a dictionary with me. Now I don't have to limit myself to one language when I'm travelling and for the first time in my life, I have room for clothes in my suitcase :).

[@MindofSmoothie]

I like my kindle for leisure books, Stephen King, Tolkien, cook books, things like that. Books where I want to learn something I prefer physical to highlight and take notes and such . I did not know of anything like Readwise and I will have to check that out.

[@brydonlidle9283]

The one thing I miss by reading my Kindle, is visiting used book stores. I am fortunate to be able to read fast, and had gathered quite a large library by the time I was 80, and my hands were quite arthritic. Then I discovered the Kindle, a box of books is very heavy, but the same books on a kindle weigh less than one paperback. My fingers no longer cause pain after reading for a long time. Except for my favorite books I have given most of my books away, and storage has become less of a problem, even if I have almost 2,000 books in my Kindle library. Thanks for your helpful hints, now if you could just bring back the listings, instead of the stupid cover photo's (LOL)

[@resithaofficial]

Kindle is a game changer. when i first purchase kindle i have lot of doubts but when i finished first book reading on my kindle i feel like this is something, then purchase an another book and another its a continues loop.

[@gabLoL799]

Great video! I like your videos and your ability to explain things. 👍

[@Maneetpaul]

I appreciate that!

[@Akshay5K]

Nearly every Kindle, with the exception of the Oasis model, has been out of stock on Amazon India since March 2024. Strangely, there's been no news coverage or announcements regarding this situation. is it possible that Kindles are being phased out of the Indian market? Could you please investigate further and provide any relevant updates or news on this matter?

[@brndn-t1r]

it's difficult for me to choose one over the other, but from a practical standpoint, e-readers knock physical copies out of the park. i still buy physical copies, but i try to stick to my absolute favorites/five star reads; as you stated, as a form of expression. most people might not even pay attention to it or appreciate it, but i will!

[@anneto1830]

Love your videos! I personally like being able to read at night without a reading lamp. More convenient

[@Maneetpaul]

That’s a great one too!! Thanks for watching

[@asliiia]

i just got an ipad to use as a e-book reader, so i'm gonna have to get back to you on that a year later. but for now i can tell that as someone with add who gets distracted and bored easily, this thing is looking like it's going to save me from going illiterate. when i get bored from one book, i click twice and move on to another one. i don't have to carry 10 books for a two day vacation. and because i no longer have to use a night lamp, i go to sleep early. aaaand as a student who can't afford to buy a hundred books in a week (which i just did, oops...) i feel like i'm on my honeymoon right now. and you were a huge part of my decision to go paperless, so i genuinely thank you

[@Maneetpaul]

Book honeymoon!!! LOVE IT. Haha. Stories like this inspire me so much. Enjoy your new books!

[@thatsprettyfarfetchd9888]

iPad is horrible as a book reader because of the screen. Get a Kindle

[@asliiia]

@@thatsprettyfarfetchd9888 not everyone has access to kindles

[@kruselines]

I agree with everything you said! Great video.

[@Maneetpaul]

Thank you for watching!

[@MrMihov]

I feel you for the page count issue. It is something that should be addressed by the publishers / have an ebooks layout and formatting ISO. I do find 'time left reading' more satisfying in that regard

[@evelynwoolston7]

I don't think there is a way to do that because the number of 'pages' depend on your font size

[@OneUnderground]

I use both. I love the Kindle for convenience. But nothing beats going to the bookstore and physically touching a book. I also love the smell of new and used books. Great video :)

[@matthubbard2607]

Same I’m torn between both

[@matthubbard2607]

Sharing books with friends and family is the biggest thing I miss about physical books. And I miss donating them to a half priced book store so I know someone will get to enjoy the book after me

[@guitardipu]

If you treasure a particular book..get it in physical form..for everything else Kindle..

[@Xellos976]

The biggest convenience for me is that reading multiple books simultaneously is much easier on a kindle. Keeping track of where i am is easier because I don’t need to remember to use bookmarks, and having multiple physical books lying around in an easy to access way would take a lot of space.

[@Maneetpaul]

YES! This is a big one. I do this all the time as well. So much easier on Kindle.

[@goldenrail109]

I didn't know amazon used boxes like that 0:45 They just throw the books I buy into bags.

[@YemiOpa]

Thanks for an informative video

[@cat_pb]

I agree with all of the points but have to disagree on the sustainability part a little ~ i think as sustainability goes both kindle and books production take a huge effort of earth resources and human work! In the case of books is related with trees and inks and with kindle is related with the primer resources that pose a huge risk to extract. Overall is more sustainable to buy a book just because there is less of a threat to humans than the kindle. A lot more people are suffering from extracting the materials necessary to do the kindle and other technology not to mention child labor… it’s a tough situation … however I think it is important to make a choice based on what you need. I own a kindle because I am in between being an intentional reader / bookworm and for me the kindle has a purpose and an aim. Nowadays people buy just because which I feel does more harm then good! Anyway it’s a choice ~ great video

[@onkars]

NIce youtube channel veer! Keep going! ❤

[@Maneetpaul]

Brother, I've been following you on IG and KZbin for a while now too. You're killing it! Thanks so much for the support 🙏🏽💙

[@onkars]

@@Maneetpaul we will make it together bro 🥰

[@marc527]

For me, beeing an bathtube reader, the greatest advantage of using an ebook reader is just not to mess up a real book with wet fingers. 😉 Plus there are quite a lot books on my e-reader and i wouldnt have enough space in my flat to store them if they were physical books.

[@themanfromoregon6047]

I usually read with my kindle on the smallest font size, and the medium spacing between lines. I did a comparison with a physical copy of Indestructible (A WWII Navy Pilot Memoir) A their really was almost no difference in the amount of words on the physical page vs how many words fit on the kindle, and that's on my voyage with the smaller screen size. I'm sure it also depends on the physical size of the book, and how it is printed.

[@shreyashpanchal5272]

Please make a video on how to download and use Kindle fonts and also your favourite fonts

[@VashishthaNeeraj0707]

Hi Maneet, your favourite Color seems to be blue. Love ur videos pra.

[@Maneetpaul]

😅

[@bitteralmonds666]

Hm. My Kindle 4 gives me a percentage at the bottom for me to tell how far along I am in an e-book 📏🤔🧐

[@iTechnoV]

Left the major benefits of kindle: 1. Easy to get definitions for difficult words without having to search in a dictionary seperately. 2. Easy readability at night in bed due to inbuilt light.

[@Maneetpaul]

Verry good points!

[@laubelher]

Hello Maneet! I an going through your videos but I am still not sure if there is a way of journaling on the kindle? Like just for that? Besides the note taking on the books. Do you happen to know? Thanks!!

[@Maneetpaul]

Hey there thanks for watching! No way to journal right now on Kindle. Hopefully in the future! I use an app called Day One. Check out my video about that!

[@smiff9577]

I just like being able to look up a word in seconds without having to look for my phone.

[@ENGLISHSAVVYByAkeel]

Actually I have Kindle app in my mobile phone so whenever I go for any books and before to finish it I feel so tired and boring

[@jokkon13]

0:48 - that's me too lolol

[@sakibhossain3761]

Great video. Though I am new kobo libra h2o user. Please make a video on pros and cons about audio books vs ereader vs paperback books....

[@Maneetpaul]

Check out my video about audiobooks: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iJOQoKqYZr-lpas

[@rivubardhan6376]

Hi this is most probably an irrelevant question. Can I buy Kobo Clara HD in India? Can anyone give me a clue?

[@paulbombach]

I am disappointed that the typography hasn't improved over the nearly 15 years that Kindles have existed. My physical books have a variety of typefaces that lends uniqueness and character that Bookerly doesn't have

[@palliludhiana4497]

Bohat wadia veere , chakk de fatte❤️

[@Maneetpaul]

🙏🏽

[@jasbirsingh159]

Great and very useful info..

[@Maneetpaul]

Glad it was helpful!

[@therockysafari4302]

Great video

[@stevevlahos1]

7" Kindle. Game changer. Books are so 1900 ;)

[@trojanhorse6701]

If you read for reading then everything is good

[@Maneetpaul]

🙌🏽

[@tkindra]

Also I am trying to read SGGS on kindle with translation using a PDF. Its woking well for english text, but highlights don't work well on Gurmukhi text. Would converting to Kindle format help?

[@evelynwoolston7]

I don't know what SGGS is but if you can produce it on Microsoft Word, you can email it as an attachment to your Kindle's email address in Settings, Your Account.

[@brendonhope]

I’ll read physical books if they are given to me or super cheap at a charity shop.

[@Alenajellybeans]

Instant library book downloads

[@hexapredictionwithvick]

I was waiting for your review on this..thankyou manpreet

[@lufiasila]

Yup what you said is true

[@yaimamartinez9576]

Hi, I've been watching your Kindle videos for a while, and I have a question, I'm new to Kindle and I downloaded from my laptop a bunch of books and mangas to my kindle paperwhite but even tho they all have a cover it doesn't show it on the Kindle, and some mangas I cannot read them because the pages are like an x-Ray, any suggestions? Thanks in advance 😁. (I converted them to mobi, btw)

[@bitteralmonds666]

I think that effect is called “ghosting.” In the settings, you’ll have to turn on the [Page Refresh] feature. This will use up more of your battery, but eliminates some of that annoying “X-ray”/“ghosting” effect 👻

[@yaimamartinez9576]

@@bitteralmonds666 Thanks I'll try that

[@yaimamartinez9576]

@@bitteralmonds666 It turned out the Page refresh feature was already on, I off and on again, but didn't solved the problem, and I still can't see the covers of the books I uploaded from my pc 😦

[@bitteralmonds666]

@@yaimamartinez9576 Ah! I was thinking about the pages that look like an x-ray on the manga when I said that. Pages that look like x-rays (i.e., you can see the next page right through the current one you’re viewing) are usually resolved by the refreshing function. The issue with the book cover is a common complaint and I’ve also seen it with my Kindles, which is why I changed the displays to “lists.” Before that, I was restarting my Kindles to get the covers to display and sometimes that would work, but they’d get that problem again later on. The Kindle app on my laptop also has this same annoying bug, so it’s just something I have to work around or ignore🙈💦

[@yaimamartinez9576]

@@bitteralmonds666 Yeah, the x-ray on the manga is still happening too. Thanks, I'll continue looking into it, and I'll let you know if I find anything to fix both issues. 😁

[@TheStarcka]

Quienes usamos Kindle , nos obsesiona leer con ellos 🤣

[@Terzaghi12]

The biggest disadvantage from ebooks is that you really don't own that copy, unlike physical books

[@NetvoTV]

How about craft, art and graphical book?

[@anantasahoo9084]

Which one is better 1..Oasis or paper white...? 2..8GB or 32 gB ? Thanks 😊

[@sunitatyagi2659]

oasis

[@ECA-14]

I’ve owned both and highly recommend the oasis if you’re an avid reader and the price difference isn’t a big deal. The warm light on the oasis is a game changer, in my opinion. I think 8 gb is more than sufficient. 32 gb feels like overkill unless your entire library is audiobooks and even then, you can just use your phone for audio.

[@AMUSIC33]

Cristina is correct in her response - Oasis all the way! I've owned the standard, the Paperwhite, and the Oasis over the years. The page turn button, slightly larger screen and the warm light are essential if you like to read a lot of books. These are, of course, not essential, but the high-grade materials on top of those make reading on the Kindle Oasis such a joy. I'll never be able to go down in a model again. As far as memory goes - unless you want several audiobooks on yours as well, the 8GB is more than enough. I got the 32GB because of the deal on Prime Day in 2020, but even with a few audiobooks, I'm nowhere near filling it. And, I tend to listen to my audiobooks on my phone rather than the Kindle Oasis.

[@foreverdissenting3675]

I actually just traded in my oasis for the basic Kindle and I couldn’t be happier. The warm light wasn’t enough for me and I didn’t care for the larger size either. I love the size and feel of the kindle basic and it now comes back lit.

[@rodhernandez4134]

All the models now come with at least 8 GB of storage, which is enough for thousands of books. As far as which model to get it really depends on your budget and personal needs. Really look at the differences and see for yourself. I have a basic model an dI love it. Sure, I don't doubt I would enjoy the Oasis, but its the advantages it offers aren't enough to justify purchasing it at such a high price. My basic does what I need so well that I am fine with it.

[@RiSo1988]

Hey pls answer me, as i am this close to ordering an Oasis. My only doubt is, wasn’t the next gen Oasis due this year? And What upgrades you feel it can come with? I am quite certain it will atleast get usb c charging, so i dont know if i want to get stuck with micro usb for another 5-6 yrs if i order an Oasis right now.

[@AMUSIC33]

History would lend itself towards a new release this year...and, in the past, Kindle units (not just Oasis) have typically released them between July and October. So, if you want to be certain you could wait until later in October to see if additional rumors pop up. The original Oasis was in April 2016. V2 was released in October 2017. V3 (current Generation) was released in July 2019. That could lend itself to a new release...but, with the chip shortage and pandemic impacts, Amazon could try and stretch that release even longer. I was watching as Prime Day approached for 2021 and they weren't doing any huge blowouts of the Oasis, so it's not like they were trying to clear inventory that hard either. It's a tough spot for a pricey item that is older (in terms of tech), so I get your concern. If this were standard times and there wasn't a chip shortage, I'd assume there would be a new release. As it stands today...your guess is as good as mine without any rock-solid leaks or news (which there are not a ton of new ones). Let's see if Maneetpaul has any other insights though - that's just based on my internet queries and thoughts on the history of Kindle releases.

[@RiSo1988]

Thank you for your reply. Highly appreciate your efforts. I think I'd wait for the next gen Oasis. Apart from usb C, I feel they'd also bump up the screen to 8inches. These 2 upgrades are worth waiting for.

[@rodhernandez4134]

There is no telling when they will provide a new model or what features they will include. I think the latest gen are pretty solid choices. The USB micro port doesn't seem like really much of an issue. You can always use a magnetic cable to charge it up along with the other devices if you don't want to have different cables laying around. I think you are missing out on the change to enjoy a great reading experience on a hope of a new model which will do little to improve on what is already out there. But, if you want to lower your risks, purchase the basic model while you wait for the unknown new Oasis. THe basic model is great. I have it and I am not at all disappointed with it.

[@RiSo1988]

@@rodhernandez4134 I have ordered Paperwhite twice. Once back in 2014, but I didn't like it at all. It was frustratingly slow in loading anything! So I had returned that one, got myself an ipad and continued being a physical book reader and read quite a lot on my ipad too infact! Until last year when the pandemic hit us and I again ordered a paperwhite. I used it for a couple of months before I gave it to my friend. I gave it a fair shot this time around but tbh, I didn't enjoy reading on a 6inch screen. Maybe cos' I have always read physical books, and on the ipad. I also did not like the built quality of paperwhite at all. Kindle basic is way to go for sure, but I aint even satisfied with paperwhite.. So Oasis it is, and the big question, to wait or not to wait.

[@rodhernandez4134]

@@RiSo1988 Maybe wait for a sale? But don't wait for a new model to come up. Using a case on the device helps with the feel of the build quality. I wouldn't worry too much about the build quality as it seems they are built to last as the majority of owners report they have their devices for many years. Up to 8 years for most cases. Like any device, if you take good care of it it should last for many years to come. The battery will burn out before the rest of the device does.

[@gibfibba]

Interesting video, keep it up!

[@Maneetpaul]

Thanks!

[@anaguerraa509]

How do you "return" a book you aren't liking in kindle? 😯

[@seethebutter]

Thanks

[@JohnMcLaughlin48]

Hi Maneetpaul. What reader do you recommend for PDF files?

[@futurepast-b6o]

Wps Office is the best. Moon reader comes close.

[@aer0449]

Wahe guru ji ka khalsa wahe guru ji ki fateh ♥️

[@Maneetpaul]

Vaheguru Jee Ka Khalsa Vaheguru Jee Kee Fateh! 🙏🏽

[@hexapredictionwithvick]

I am able to totally relate

[@lewis9950]

Just out of curiosity, do you only read non-fiction books? 🤔

[@Maneetpaul]

As of right now, yep!

[@tkindra]

Very interested in the best books your read so far

[@Maneetpaul]

Hmm..you may want to watch the video coming out on Thursday!

[@resq7993]

bhai aaj he kindle mangaya🥳🥳

[@gallopingsalmon]

Is blue your favorite color?

[@Maneetpaul]

How'd you guess? 😅

[@wolflink9000]

Books are better but at least kindle is actually reading and not....🤢🤢audiobooks....🤢

[@MetatronsRevenge613]

I have so many extra books, I might give them to the Afghan Refugees

[@Limonada_RC]

hahaha obsession with Kindle hahahaha

[@Maneetpaul]

😅

[@evelynwoolston7]

Odd comment to make about a video by a reviewer who talks about Kindles which is why most of us are watching it. What did you expect him to be interested in, mechanical engineering?