Topic: what do you know about kindle fire HP ?

[mishca09]

maybe someone here can help too but I would definitely try amazon discussion boards, there is probably someone there that can help.

[goldshirt*9]

easy help vid on fire.
cannot see hdmi port . could not be available for the uk though
edit, was looking at non hd version.

[6pairsofshoes]

Thanks.  I think I need to figure out a way to use Google drive to synch the files I have with the programs on the Kindle so I can either load images into a pdf or powerpoint and then check to see that the hdmi cable from the kindle can connect to a digital projector.  Assuming one can stream video content to a high definition tv monitor, then, it should in theory be possible to stream the image files to a projector.  I just have to work out the logistics of how this is possible.

[goldshirt*9]

well i have just purchased a fire hd for a ridiculous low price.  WoW what a piece of kit.
Transfer books via Calibre library easy and fast.
Transfer music and videos via media go ( yet again another thing i use this for) these show up on the app for your vid's.
Havent tried the hdmi port to tv yet, I have a mini hdmi connector ( somewhere lol) so i think this is quite easy.Either the tv picks up the signal straight away or i just change the vid settings, either case if you have a hdmi projector, then it should pick the signal straight away.
best of luck with the Projector and keep us posted.

[6pairsofshoes]

I gave up and sent it back.  I've been reading that getting a used first generation iPad is a good idea if your primary need is to read text, listen to music, that sort of thing.  I've been checking Craigslist for them.  The problem is that people don't always get back to you.

I checked the Apple site and a new modest 4g iPad, with warranty, taxes and accessories will run close to $700.  That's completely out of my budget.  The used one advertised on Craigslist today is $150, much more in my price range.

[mishca09]

maybe check out macmall.com sometimes there are deals there too… also maybe try another tablet, nexus by google is pretty amazing I was just checking it out at the store recently and even the samsung galaxy tab… It;s really easy to use.

[goldshirt*9]

nexus is the hottest tablet to buy in the UK.
Plus you you can side load linux kde on it.

plenty of new tablets from lots of companies about to be released

[6pairsofshoes]

I just picked up a used first generation iPad for $150 US.  Lightly used.  So far, it's working well, even if the processor is a little slow.  I like being able to read from it while listening to music.  I suspect the prices of tablets will come down and today I get announcements from Google that they are promoting lightweight laptops for $250/an alternative to MacBook.Air?  Any idea what that's about?

[dweez]

In my experience, "lightweight laptops" are usually low on memory and graphics, not much better than a netbook.  You don't have to pay an arm and a leg for a good laptop, but you have to put more than $400 into it, IMO (probably more than that).

[goldshirt*9]

I agree with Dweez, pay a little more and it lasts longer, runs better

[goldshirt*9]

well recently i side loaded adobe flash on the kindle fire.
Improves web viewing when required, but i use mainly as a book reader .
easy to do if required. ?

Nexus 7 tablet.
Again have fathomed how to read non purchased ebooks, load music / films to with out having to root.If need i can post.
Excellent piece of equipment.

Tablets have moved on so fast from a year or two ago.

My old mid tablet is so prehistoric, would love to load something else on to but its no idea how to and it runs so slow