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Re:Ask HN: What sub $200 product improved your 2022 by eiiot on Saturday January 07, 2023 @02:14AM (#34285949)
The best thing about a Kindle is that it removes the barrier to reading. When I have to carry around a paperback all the time (and a bookmark) I just end up taking out my phone instead. The Kindle allows for replacing the phone with a book, so I don't end up scrolling Twitter (or HN) for the 8th time in an hour.

Also: Kindle users should check out Libby[0] - it's like a public library but for eBooks, and you can probably sign up through your local public library. It's great for books that might be interesting, but aren't an immediate read.

[0]: https://libbyapp.com/

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Re:Ask HN: What sub $200 product improved your 2022 by kjerzyk on Saturday January 07, 2023 @08:28AM (#34287793)
I'm still hoping to find a list of all libraries you can sign up to online. I found one in New York and Essex (UK). I will probably never get through all the books they offer but I want MORE! :)
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Re:Ask HN: What sub $200 product improved your 2022 by dublinben on Saturday January 07, 2023 @09:45AM (#34288400)
If you want to read library books and not support Amazon, Kobo e-readers have a great integration with Overdrive also.
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Re:Ask HN: What sub $200 product improved your 2022 by doetoe on Monday January 09, 2023 @01:58AM (#34307605)
What I additionally like of Kobo readers is that it is very easy to install mods and new software
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