Great news! Kindle library books have arrived!
What’s really cool is that it sounds like the process will be (mostly) wireless! eBooknewser has the details:
Note that you cannot download over 3G, so even though the original Kindle and the K2 can both read the library eBook, you will need to use a USB cable to transfer the eBook.
The process for downloading to the Kindle WiFi is pretty much the same as when you buy an eBook from Amazon. First you will need to check out the eBook, and when asked you will need to select the Kindle as your preferred device. This will take you to Amazon, and from here you can select which Kindle (or app) that you want to read the eBook on. Finally, open the Kindle or app and tell it to check for new items.
This sounds pretty seamless. The downside is no 3G, but my guess is that it has to do with how Amazon handles Kindle 3G downloads. Don’t forget, they normally charge a few cents per document that’s emailed to your Kindle from a non-Amazon source if it’s on 3G but not WiFi. Whether Amazon really feels it costs them money, or if it has to do with their negotiated “free 3G” from AT&T, who knows. But that’s likely the reason for the restriction. And as an added benefit to Amazon, I wouldn’t be surprised if it enticed a few Kindle 2 owners to snap up Kindle 3s (or Kindle 4s soon?)
My local library doesn’t have the greatest ebook selection, but I’m still excited to give this a try. And I know several people who were extremely excited when the initial Kindle library lending program was announced, so my guess is this is going to make a lot of people very happy this morning.
Not sure if your library offers this, or need more details? Head to Amazon’s public library page for details and further instructions.
Are you already digging up your library card for Kindle titles? Did you buy an ebook reader for library compatibility? Share your thoughts below!
Via ebooknewser
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