I thought the Kindle by Amazon was something worthy of learning about because of the way books are now viewed today. Books can be instantly downloaded on a device called a "Kindle" with a 10 hour battery life. Though it doesn't come too cheap, normally running for the price of $359. I think kindles are a great form of technology that are helpful for students that just make sense. Rather than having numerous, heavy, expensive, tree killing books; books can now be protected in a slim, lightweight device where they won't get lost or water damaged from the rain. No more aching backs and strain on the eyes, with this advanced screen. You won't run out of space on your shelves since all the books are stored right on the Kindle and not only can you read books, but have access to magazines and newspapers as well. This website on Amazon has 500,550 books to choose from for purchase, some even being free! It's easy to use and can read the words back to you through it's speakers, which can be very helpful for everyone, especially for those with trouble seeing. I have seen one of these Kindles personally, since my friend recieved one as a gift and she has nice things to say about it. Now of course this technology will never replace books altogether, which isn't the point of this invention by any means, but will benefit avid readers, with easy access to any book possible on the spot and can travel whereever they reader desires to read.
I felt this video gave a good summary of what abilities the Amazon Kindle can perform and what it has to offer.
Username: libraryman - http://www.flickr.com/photos/libraryman/2048264201/
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Username: TechnologyGuide - http://www.youtube.com/watch#!v=3cktgAwu3AE&feature=related
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