I got a Kindle 3G recently and must admit, despite being dubious about ereaders, I LOVE it.
I love real books, but as we are moving to Rio in few weeks time I thought it would be easier to get a kindle rather than buy books via amazon and deal with customs everytime!
With Kindle I also manage to save files in PDF format (passport and other docs come to mind!). You can buy books very easily via the 3G immediately. The internet browser is not great so I have not used it too much.
It is definitely a good buy to carry with you to reduce weight on the bike.
Note also that with an Ereader (or tablet) you have access to thousands of free books via the Gutenberg project. (Restrictions may apply depending on local juridiction!) but rule of thumb all classics are available. Also Gutemberg is a good source for non english readers as there are starting to get some good selection of books in french and spanish.
Project Gutenberg - free ebooks online download for iPad, Kindle, Nook, Android, iPhone, iPod Touch, Sony Reader
Battery life in the Kindle is ok but when you switch off an image appear on the screen. This image is on all the time, it eventually drains the battery so you must remember to recharge regularly. Not a big issue, just annoying that you cannot switch off the screen image completely!
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