Review of Kindle Touch (by owner)

I was pretty opposed to owning any eReader, being a wanna-be librarian and preferring the feel of a book. Ultimately, I decided to purchase one in order to take advantage of the library loans as my actual library is very small, but their ebook collection has much more variety. I chose the Kindle Touch because I own an iPhone and knew that not being able to use the screen to maneuver would drive me crazy. I like the simplicity of dealing with two buttons (the menu button and the power button) and just tapping on the screen to make my reading choices. I borrow more ebooks from my local library than I purchase from the Kindle store at the moment, and it is as easy and convenient as I hoped it would be. Purchasing from the Kindle store is even easier as there is an option that takes you straight there (via Wifi or 3G) from the Kindle menu. It's easy to search and purchases are downloaded immediately to your Kindle. It is also easy to navigate and search within a book while reading on the Kindle Touch. The operating manual (already loaded on the Kindle when you purchase) is clear and concise when explaining where and how to touch the screen to get the options you would like to use. Another reason I chose the Kindle Touch, is for the screen itself. I needed a screen that was not back-lit and read more like paper. The draw back to this feature is that you need a light in order to see the screen, but the strain on the eyes is not as bad and getting a book light is relatively inexpensive. I love having an eReader for work, travel, doctor's office visits, etc. It is compact and the battery life is long and lasting. I've only had to charge it fully twice in the last four months and I use my eReader almost every day. My only major concerns have been that the screen responds to any touch (unlike an iPhone, which only responds when it's touched by your finger), this means I've lost my place a couple of times when my Kindle has been in my purse, accidentally turned on, and hit against my wallet and other items. This could probably be avoided by using a cover, but it can be a hassle. Overall, I have been very happy with the Kindle Touch and it's features.