[elias94]

1. don't use Kindle since it lock you to use a proprietary format made by Amazon. Use a Kobo for example 2. buy ebook in a open format like .epub 3. buy physical copies as an alternative

Remember that the important thing is to support book writers and publishers in their job to bring us stories and information. Doesn't matter if you use Amazon or other stores.

[petodo]

Kobo readers are infamous for their swelling batteries destroying displays, KIndle has better built quality.

The answer should be Kindle+Calibre combo (Calibre can run even own server) and no need any internet connection in Kindle.

[Sugimot0]

Anecdotally my kobo aura is almost a decade old with 0 issues whatsoever, and it has a removable sd card which made sideloading software and files a breeze. I wish they continued making them that way.