If you live in the UK you now have three options for buying a New Kindle. Which one you choose will depend on your budget, what you want from an eBook Reader and also where you want yours to be shipped from. In this article we will discuss the choices for UK buyers.
- Firstly the cheapest option is to buy a Wifi only 3rd Generation Kindle UK. This currently costs only a little over one hundred pounds and is shipped from Britain with free delivery. You get all the benefits of the newest 6″ Kindle Reader but without a 3G connection. A good choice for those on a budget and happy to rely on wifi hotspots for downloading new eBooks or browsing online.
- Secondly the most popular choice is the Kindle 3G with wifi. This costs forty pounds more than the wifi only version and is identical apart from that all important free 3G connectivity. For those hoping to buy new titles whilst travelling abroad the 3G option is a must. Indeed anyone that lives away from regularly accessible wifi will probably prefer this more flexible option. You can find out about 3G coverage at the UK Kindle store. Again this 6″ wireless reader is available direct from the UK and without any extra shipping charges.
- The third option is to go for the larger 9.7″ Kindle DX wireless reader. These cost considerably more (currently selling for $389) and are pretty much the same as their more portable cousins apart from the size. They key drawback with the DX for UK buyers is that you still have to order them from the US. That is not such a problem as shipping is fast and relatively cheap. But, you do have to consider that Customs & Excise are likely to bill you when the Kindle hits British shores, and that import duty bill will add a significant amount to the cost.
We trust this article has helped you decide which Kindle to buy if you live in the UK today.
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