Kindles

I have basic one, leather cover and light. The light means you can read in the dark and if you nod off, it turns itself off.
DH has new one with a backlit screen - gave it a try but it seems to create a strange reflection in my varifocal lenses.

Basic kindle is fine. Great for train journeys and holidays and when I can't wait for the latest book & it's too expensive from Amazon (even on kindle!) I order it from the library (using the forthcoming books at Amazon or fantaticfiction for help there). My advice; go for it gagagran; glass and wisewoman are both wise!! . My tip have a book you really want to read as your first book and you'll be hooked

Gagagran your words could be mine! I thought I would never want a Kindle as I love the feel and smell of books and I love to browse in bookshops. However my daughter in law lent me her kindle and downloaded a book for me to try. I loved it and immediately bought myself one. Like glassortwo I have the basic one and it has everything I need. I think the main advantage is that it is so light- brilliant for reading in bed and great to carry about in handbag. I have been doing a lot of hospital visiting and waiting about lately and it has been great to have it in my bag. The ability to change the print size is useful too. The one click buying of books is wonderful (though can be expensive!) and it means you are never stuck for a book. The only problem I have with it is guilt as I still like browsing in bookshops and want them to be there for me! I still order books from my local library as new hardbacks are expensive to buy on kindle but they do seem very heavy!

I got a Kindle for Christmas last year ....I love it.......and the only downfall I have found is Amazon one click buy its too easy.
My thumb joint used to be very stiff with reading in bed and trying to hold up heavy books, it has not ached since the Kindle.
I only have the basic Kindle, but if purchasing now I dont think I would have any need for all the extras on the new model, but its down to what you need from it.

I would not swop it, been one of the best Christmas presents I have ever had.