To those unfamiliar with the world of wireless – knowing which Kindle 3 to buy can be a touch difficult. Go with the more expensive Kindle 3G because if its more expensive it must be the best seems to be the average response to the dilemma. But often customers would have just a fine user experience if they went for the cheaper wi-fi only model instead. Here is a little guide to knowing which of amazon’s book readers are best for you:
The first thing to realize is that in all respects other than the way the device connects to the internet and Kindle book store, both 6″ Amazon readers are identical. So the only reason to choose the more expensive model is if you will benefit from the 3G capability that allows it to go on-line using the 3G mobile network.
To determine this you should think about where you will be using the Reader. If you have a wireless internet router at home and that is where you are likely to be when wanting to access the internet, then the wifi only version will serve you very well. For actually reading you do not need to be connected to the web, it is only when downloading material, accessing the internet or synchronising your library.
If you would prefer to be able to do all these things without looking for a wireless hotspot you should consider the more expensive model that has both 3G and wifi connectivity. But before you buy it do be sure to check the 3G coverage map to ensure there is a good enough signal in your area or you could be sorely disappointed.
We hope this has simplified the matter for you and explained completely that it is only with regard to wifi versus wifi + 3G that you need to think about when deciding which is the better Kindle 3.
