[Evgeny]

I was contemplating on buying the Kindle Fire, but now I just have to buy it ... The voices "pro" and "contra" have split into almost precise 50/50 - now I just need to have the device so I can make a decision myself. I don't have any book reader yet at all - I have to start somewhere.

[seattlejet]

If you mainly want an e-reader, I recommend one of the other Kindles that has an E Ink display, which is wonderful. The Fire doesn't have an E Ink display.

[RandallBrown]

e-ink is wonderful, until you turn the page or you turn off the lamp that's next to you.

Everyone tells me you get used to the e-ink flash, and I hear it's gotten much better, but it still kinda stinks. Most of my reading is done in bed or on my couch, neither of which has great reading light. The LCD is perfect for this.

Maybe it's the years I've spent in front of a computer, but staring at a screen in the dark doesn't bother me at all. Maybe I'll regret it someday.

[beatle]

get a refurb iPad 1.