Kindle 3 Review in 2024 - Great Budget E-Reader!
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- Опубликовано: 26 июл 2024
- I have updated the title 2024 as all opinions in this video are still valid. You can no longer use the email to kindle service in 2024
The Amazon Kindle 3 with Keyboard was released in 2010, and 13 years later in 2023 you can pick one of these up for under $15. This makes it one of the best budget E-Readers you can buy, as the display holds up great and it still offers a fantastic reading experience. Time stamps below:
0:00 Introduction
0:55 Price
1:13 Hardware
3:35 Software & User Experience
6:08 Battery
7:00 Conclusion
Questions this Video aims to Answer:
- Is the Amazon Kindle 3 with Keyboard still good in 2023? Yes.
- How much is the Kindle 3 in 2023? You can pick one up for under $25 on eBay.
- Does the Kindle Store still work on Kindle 3? No, you have to load books on the app or via computer.
- Should I buy Kindle 3 with Keyboard in 2023? For Sure
The Kindle 3 is also known as the Kindle Keyboard.
- Whats the best Budget E-Reader in 2023? The Kindle 3 is a good bet. 
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I was curious about e-readers, but I didn't wanted to shell out the money for one without _knowing_ I would use it. I have a habit of buying hobby items only to immediately drop them.
So, my mom reminded me that my late grandmother had a bunch of kindles I could pick from. I gave her old Kindle Keyboard a fresh battery and it works like a charm! Not sure why, but I'm reading so much _more_ with it. The page turn buttons are great, and I can even read in the bathtub with my trusty Ziploc bag!
I wasn't a fan of the rotating screensavers, but it was super easy to jailbreak so I could keep it on the bird and fish screensavers that I liked.
Now I don't know if I even want to upgrade to a modern version! If this one breaks I may just keep buying kindle keyboards. And I'm sure my grandma would love that I'm getting back into reading with her old device :)
I use a piece of software called Calibre that converts those other files and loads them onto your Kindle.
Thank you for the tip
Just had one of these fall into my hands for free and was going to recycle it. Did a little research first and your post turned me around! Loving this reader and thanks for posting!!
I only use my old Kindle now because new ones have a reflective screen which is difficult to read in sunlight; something I'm surprised more people don't comment on.
Probably the left the hobby of e- reading
Replaced my battery and it still works fine! There is no store on the device, but you can still sync in May 2024.
I still have my kindle keyboard 3. I bought it back in 2013 & viola, im still using it 2024.
How do you load books onto it?
@@LizzardBeth96I download books from my Amazon library and transfer via usb cable because I can’t get wireless to work even after updating. It’s an extra step but not that bad. I have a newer Kindle with working wireless, I still prefer reading on the older Kindle Keyboard though.
@@LizzardBeth96 idk about the guy, but i had one that died recently and in my case i transferred the books with a USB cable in .epub format
Oh my goodness thank you so much for making this video! I have just purchased this like 10 years ago and I had it in storage with my things and it’s safely stored but charging very nicely it was one that I had picked up from a secondhand shop for a extremely good price and I am charging it right now to see if it will work it seems like it’s charging nicely so I am very optimistic after this review that you’ve given and looking forward to getting some new books on it. It also helps that I am a prime member so hopefully I should be able to get some really decent books on here for free. Thank you so much! ❤
You _just_ purchased it like 10 years ago??
Thanks, one of my students just mentioned he has one. And I was probably going to get a new one on Black Friday. But I think I'll just get this one and keep it forever 😄. I'm getting it for about 10$.
Great video I'm getting one tomorrow 😊
Still using it. Mine is from 2009. It works perfectly fine.
I use a piece of software called Calibre that converts those other file types, easily manages your library and uploads them to your Kindle.
I had this kindle when it came out because of the 3G connectivity...fast forward now...ahem. But I managed to get some games for this when the kindle used to support them. So I love the word games on it. So recently I took a holiday and when we came into land, I put the kindle under my thigh to secure it. When I went to use it...the screen broke. I just couldn't get a new one, and went to ebay to get a replacment (as well the games don't work on later models). I love this version.
I got given one of these years ago when my mum upgraded to a new one- I only used it once on holiday to Thailand (where I’d wanted to travel light).
Tried to use it recently and the battery seemed dead but left it plugged in and a week later it sprang to life!
I’ve just synced it up and bought a new book that I “delivered” to it and it already had 100 books on it 🥂
I found my old Kindle 3 from years ago recently too and it is stuck on a screen that says that I need to charge it or restart it. I've tried both and they don't seem to work. I plugged it in for one full day and over night, but it's still stuck on the same low battery screen. Maybe I'll try your tactic and plug it in for a week and see if it works! Thanks for the tip!
@@niamhhitchmough1726you probably have to change the battery
Thanks. I have Kindle 3 since 2010, using it all the time. No Kindle update would satisfy me since Kindle 3 has it all.
What would I improve? The ideal Kindle would be based on Kindle 3. It would have 6.8" paper white screen but it wouldn't have to be much larger since I would get rid of the the keyboard buttons except for those 3 vertical and three horizontal buttons down on the right corner. I love the page changing buttons on both sides. Everything else like the Kindle 3 including the text to speech etc.
I know it wouldn't happen but I'm not going for any update since everything since is worst...
Would you recommend it to a newcomer to e - readers? I've been eyeing this model or the next gen. Do you think it is worth as a budget option?
@@afaqahmad2806 I would - if you can get it since it is not manufactured already for many years, perhaps on eBay...
@@georgedvorak9481 Yup, I've found many listings on such sites. One question I have is that, is it easy to use or does it require a lot of fiddling around?
@@afaqahmad2806 its trivial to use.
Two downsides:
1. The kindle store no longer works on it, as its out of date.
2. There's no backlight.
Thats about it.
If it "has it all" then you wouldn't have a list of improvements.
I have the 4th gen kindle I bought from the thrift store for $1.60. It works perfectly fine. I even was able to update the kindle to the device's latest software. but I can't login. I turned off the 2-step verification and I still can't login in. I also can't change the time. help?
Should i buy an kindle 4 or an Nook simple touch?
great video! can i ask if you can transfer books from your laptop to the kindle? or is the device too old for it? thank u!
Yes you can transfer, just plug your Kindle via USB cable and when it shows up on your file browser, copy and paste books into folder "Documents". This is how I did with my Kindle 4 many years without even switching on Wi-Fi etc.. :))
I have this kindle and have loved it! My battery is now junk and Amazon doesn’t make the replacement battery any longer. I’m worried to buy a third party for fear of the battery “catching fire” as it does happen so I was forced to purchase a new kindle last week. I went with the basic model but it is not the kindle 3. Amazon needs to update this model. The keyboard and the page turners are greatly missed.
I've installed aftermarket batteries in many devices including several Kindle and Sony eink readers, never had a problem.
I agree the 3rd party batteries are safe and fairly easy to change by yourself through following the online instructions
Batteries don't last especially the age of them. New battery are available and easy to fit. Around £18
I bought one of these after watching this video but when I plug it into my mac nothing happens. I can't download anything and my mac doesn't even detect it... The version is kindle 3.0.2 and I need to update it and I found in amazon the softwares I need but I can't do anything if my mac can't detect it. Can someone help ?
Hey, I am having trouble getting my purchased book on to the kindle keyboard from my amazon account, are there specific steps to do this?
I’ve had my Kindle Keyboard since 2010 and it runs like a tank despite the fact that I recently replaced the battery. I take the device offline and just read the books and play the games I have loaded on it. I have plenty of books and games to keep me busy for a long time.
What games do you have loaded!
how did you replace battery ??
@@JuliaTalks777it’s a simple job. Batteries are available from a number of eBay sellers. You then just need to remove the back of the Kindle, unscrew the 2 screws holding in the battery, screw in the new battery, put the back of the Kindle on again. RUclips videos are available to walk you through it step-by-step as well.
I still have my Kindle 3 and recently replaced the battery for the first time. I love my old Kindle, but I do not know how to move books from my Mac Kindle app to my older Kindle 3. I have a cover for my Kindle that has a built-in reading light that I enjoy using in low light situations. Any suggestions? I cannot see spending the money for a new reader when this one works so well. I recently replaced by battery for about $14.00 dollars. Do you know if amazon still provides updates for older versions of Kindles?
as someone who wants a kindle for manga i would say save up for a reseller selling a kindle for around 65 pounds to 75 pounds for example right now on ebay i can get a 2022 kindle for 65 pounds what has good sharp pixels but lets say you want to souley read books to be honest if u want something cheap it doesnt matter what you use just make sure that it isnt absolutely terrible for the price
One things that'd be interesting: How's the browser? Can I just plug it in a charger, open a website that peiodically updates/reloads itself, and always have the up to date information at a glance?
The browser is very primitive. It probably won't even display many modern websites.
My kindle just came in today can you please make another video teaching how to use this kindle bcs I dont even know where to find the file I sent to it 😂
Can you please link the usb charger that you use ? I can’t seem to find it on Amazon , I need some help with this as I just bought this kindle and want to drag and drop some of my books from the laptop to the kindle
It’s a micro usb cable
@@RuggsTech thanks for your reply. I think I have a different version then (older) cuz It’s not the micro usb. I luckily found the cable I need to use on Amazon
Do azw3 files not work on it?
What about koreader and jailbreak for this? Does it work? To make epub work.
Calibre will convert amy ebook format to mobi and upload it via USB to any old reader.
Is this touch screen how do I highlight things and make a note?
Nope.
It is not touch however you can add bookmarks, create notes and highlight text. While reading the book, press the Menu button to see those option
Kindle needs a notes app so I can use the keyboard
y creo que es el único que tiene audiolibros locutados por él..
Are there any new options that are as good? I have a 3 but it seems like they are slowly dropping support and changing things to the point it won’t be usable
Hey, interesting idea- did you or anyone else here tried reading converted Pdf's on one of these? Thanks!
Converted PDFs aren’t great. I always find some formatting issues, one I frequently get is apostrophes are presented with a long string of text and numbers
@@RuggsTech Thank you. I found some old resource that only works up to the keyboard models on how to install a pdf reader app on it. It's an ancient thread in a forum called 'mobileread' and the thread is called 'KPV: a PDF reader for Kindle, based on muPDF, GPLv3'. It's a little effort but might be interesting for anyone that is into tech or little challenges :)
What site do you use to download the free eBooks in this video? Specifically 1984!
Try planetebook
so I am a fan of physical books and I want to experience kindle, your video has helped me ty! I am just wondering if the store isn't working then what's the catch in buying kindle?
You can still buy kindle books and transfer them over via usb cable. Make sure the kindle books you buy are in .MOBI format for compatibility.
You can also download heaps of public domain books for free (legally) online.
@@RuggsTech oh now that makes sense thank you. I'll buy ❤
@@RuggsTech nah
It’s a pirates life for me
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@@RuggsTech ahoy!!!
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can i ask u some thing? do kindle 3 still can connect to a wifi???? please answer
yes
Mine has 3G. Even on holiday away from UK I can download books like a charm.
Can you email kindle books on your keyboard 3 like how paperwhite has
You can for now.
But the kindle 3 only supports .MOBI files and Amazon is stopping support for emailing .mobi file types. I’ve sent a few .EPUB files and the formatting isn’t great, every apostrophe formats like this “
Would you mind helping me with the steps on how to download the books from amazon to the kindle? I have been trying for awhile and cannot figure it out. Thank you!
Use a usb cable and plug it into your pc. It will act as a drive and you can paste files onto it.
I logged into the app on my phone, and selected the book id just bought and “delivered it” to the kindle whilst using wifi 👍🏼
Como le cambio el idioma 😢
I got it for 1.36$ from local store near me., but I don't know if it works or not LOL
Mine didn’t work at first but I left it charging for weeks and it came back to life- so try leaving it a long time 👍🏼
@@manuel_winde I tried but it didnt worked
Looks nice, but died in a month after being baught new.
They effectively bricked these, you cannot put new books from kindle on here, I was told by customer service it was due to a lack of hardware for TTL and encrypted comms. If you have a way to continue to use this I would love to know since Amazon and Kindle have basically screwed us all over.
I’m having no issues. The Amazon store on the kindle doesn’t work, but I can still send books to this kindle via email or plug it into my computer and copy and paste files over
tend to agree, its now bricked as its no longer easy to purchase a book and have the kindle typewriter sync purchase. Its a shame really.
Give Calibre a try
I can still put books on via usb cable, did so last week.
I use the kindle email to send books there no problem at all... Works fine
did you just rename the title of your video fro 2023 to 2024 just to get more views? this video was out in 2023...even it states 2023 in its main image, and itself...ugh...sleazy tactics of viewer desperate people
The relevance of the content remains the same in my eyes. Nothing has changed since I made the video - yes I could make a new one evaluating it in 2024 as I still use it every day. But I would just be repeating the same thing. I even updated the description explaining my decision to rename the title as my views haven't changed.
@@RuggsTech The video content is great, the title vs what was around is confusing, and misleading...just syaing ;-)