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Demand for Kindle Fire collapses as Apple's iPad continues to dominate

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Demand for Kindle Fire collapses as Apple's iPad continues to dominate

A new survey of potential tablet buyers has found that the Amazon Kindle Fire is "floundering," while Apple's iPad remains the most popular and satisfying choice for consumers.
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The Kindle Fire is nice, but in no way compares to the latest iPad so it's no wonder it's "floundering".
 
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I know two people who have a Kindle Fire and don't nearly use them as much anymore.

I own just a regular Kindle, but I still high recommend it over reading on the iPad.
 
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I really wanted to like the regular Kindle, but I just can't stand e-Ink. That blink white to black to white in the transition between pages gets on my nerves and is too distracting.
 
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E-ink is so nice for reading, very book-like. I agree Razor, the blink is somewhat annoying.

As for staying on topic. Saw that coming.
 
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I don't own either but I have used both frequently (that family members own). For my simple uses, both are more than adequate. The Fire is a bit lighter and "handy" to tote around since I don't carry a man purse or backpack everywhere. I can't really slam either one, though I can certainly see the iPad as being a more valid netbook replacement option (for example). My MBA does what I need right now, so I'll hold out for an iPad-Mini someday.
 
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Kindle is no Match

Even though the Kindle is a nice gadget from Amazon, I would still in no way prefer it over the iPad.
 

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