{"id":1902,"date":"2018-02-09T01:56:07","date_gmt":"2018-02-09T01:56:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pickmyreader.com\/?p=1902"},"modified":"2018-02-11T05:00:36","modified_gmt":"2018-02-11T05:00:36","slug":"kindle-fire-what-does-it-do","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pickmyreader.com\/kindle-fire-what-does-it-do\/","title":{"rendered":"Kindle Fire \u2013 What Does It Do?"},"content":{"rendered":"

The world of digital books has come a long way.<\/p>\n

Amazon Fire, previously called Kindle Fire, offers you much more than just reading. While it’s unfair to compare Fire to high-end Android tablets or iPads, it gives regular tablets a serious run for their money.<\/p>\n

Today, we’ll take a brief look at the overall functionality. This will be a general overview since we review all the Fire models here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Let’s get straight down to business.<\/p>\n

Kindle Fire As An E-Reader<\/h2>\n

Kindles were created first and foremost for reading.<\/p>\n

The first two generations of Kindle Fire retained the Kindle prefix although it’s now known simply as Fire.<\/p>\n

As with all Kindles, you’ll have access to an incredible selection of e-books.<\/p>\n

You can use Amazon\u2019s online store to download your content. Files work on any Kindle fuss-free.\u00a0You can also load other e-books from your computer if they are first converted into MOBI files. We explore file functionality on Kindles here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Although there’s an LCD screen in place of the classic E-Ink display on regular Kindles, reading is still more than acceptable on a Fire. There will always be some sacrifices when you increase overall functionality at the expense of a product’s core purpose. That said, we really can’t knock Fire if you like to curl up with a good book.<\/p>\n

Kindle Fire For Music<\/h2>\n

Kindle Fires are a solid option if you love listening to music.<\/p>\n

With Dolby Stereo Sound, you’ll get a serviceable sound without any distortion.<\/p>\n

The drawback you experience is the limited amount of music you can choose from. Your Kindle Fire is connected to Amazon\u2019s music library but not others such as iTunes.<\/p>\n

You can work around this by uploading songs onto your device from your computer.
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Kindle Fire For Videos<\/h2>\n

Beyond music, you can also consume all the visual media you want on your Fire. Whether you want movies and TV shows from Amazon\u2019s own store or content from Netflix, Hulu Plus and iPlayer, the world’s your oyster here.<\/p>\n

It would not be an understatement to suggest this is the driving reason for many people purchasing their Fire.<\/p>\n

When combined with an Amazon Prime membership, choice is almost overwhelming.<\/p>\n

Amazon developers have ensured the visual experience is top-notch by installing great graphics processors in the Fire range. With a backlight not available on straight-up Kindles, you can enjoy your programs in crisp definition.<\/p>\n

Of course, the smaller screen is limiting but for travel purposes it\u2019s more than sufficient. With all your entertainment on one device, you can’t ask for much more.<\/p>\n

Kindle Fire Brings You Amazon Applications<\/h2>\n

Applications have become a central feature\u00a0of our lives.<\/p>\n

Whether it’s games for\u00a0relaxation or apps for business purposes, it’s hard to conceive of an app-free existence these days.<\/p>\n

Apps are widely used on mobile phones but your Kindle Fire can actually become your primary application platform.<\/p>\n

Once again, you\u2019re limited to applications from the Amazon store. You can\u2019t just download any application you have on your SmartPhone or computer.<\/p>\n

However, Amazon has put together a broad spread of applications. So, although you’ll be restricted, don’t think you’ll lose out app-wise with Fire.<\/p>\n

Your Kindle Fire As Your Browser<\/h2>\n

The Internet is a fundamental part of lives today for both work and leisure.<\/p>\n

A solid browser on an electronic device is key. Silk browser is effective and enables you to enjoy a far broader scope of functionality than you’ll get with a straight-up Kindle.<\/p>\n

Kindle Fires Helping You Work<\/h2>\n

Your Kindle device may have been started as an entertainment device but it’s also great for work and study if properly harnessed.<\/p>\n

Fire is ideal for safe document storage. While Amazon\u2019s store is the most prominent place to download documents from, your Kindle Fire accepts documents from other sources as well. This includes\u2026<\/p>\n