Kindle Scribe Update - What is My Next Chapter?

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  • @CriminOllyBlog
    @CriminOllyBlog ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Completely agree about reading Manga on it. My case is fraying too 😢

    • @M-J
      @M-J  ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Cheap construction, low quality. I picked up a $15 last night that will outperform and out-style the fabric cover once I litter it with bookish stickers!

  • @bitteralmonds666
    @bitteralmonds666 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I was thinking about getting a fancy e-ink tablet or note-taking device, but now I am being pulled back into considering the Scribe hahah. I have about 1,000 manga volumes on Amazon Kindle alone, so your demo is something I would really be interested in using. 🐔

    • @M-J
      @M-J  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I absolutely cannot recommend a better e-reader for manga than this one! You can try it out, and if you don't LOVE it - it can always be sent back.

  • @jameshjacksonjr
    @jameshjacksonjr ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love love your channel here I recommend it to everyone, i am a day 1 kindle scribe owner i preordered on day 1!!! Keep up the good work.

    • @M-J
      @M-J  ปีที่แล้ว

      Ah, thank you so much! I hope you are enjoying the Scribe. I just started creating writable PDFs! Be sure to check out my other channel to see them in action.

  • @gadgetstop321
    @gadgetstop321 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I've had my Kindle Scribe for about 3 weeks and the updates have been slowly rolling out during that time. I still don't have the option for two column format, but thats one of the features I'm most excited about. The cut and paste feature in the notebooks that's coming with the latest update is also going to be nice to have. The information in your previous video helped me to make the decision to finally get a Scribe, and I haven't regretted it for a minute, so thanks! 😀

    • @M-J
      @M-J  ปีที่แล้ว

      I’m so glad you are having an awesome experience!!! Are you sure you don’t have the two column update? Check the software version number. You may just have to go in an manually set it. Let me know. Happy Reading! - MJ

    • @gadgetstop321
      @gadgetstop321 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@M-J I didn't have the update yet, and after hearing everyone talk about how great it was, I couldn't wait any longer. So, I downloaded the update from Amazon to my computer, then plugged my Kindle into the computer and dragged the update file from the computer to the Kindle. Then all I had to do was go to the advanced settings on the Kindle and tell it to update. I don't normally like to do stuff like that because I'm afraid I'll mess something up, but I was out of patience. It worked! Now I'm able to read in two column landscape mode with the large bezel at the bottom, and I was able to reduce the font and still read comfortably. 😁

    • @M-J
      @M-J  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@gadgetstop321 YAY! I hope you enjoy the new features!

  • @SolitaryWolf
    @SolitaryWolf ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I got mine on release day. I absolutely still love it. Carry it everyday with me to and from work. I've been an e-reader since 2007 when Sony released the PRS-500. I moved to the Paperwhite series Kindle when those came out.

    • @M-J
      @M-J  ปีที่แล้ว

      It really is fantastic device. 👏🏻👏🏻 Oh wow. Mine is homebound. 😂 Thanks for sharing! - MJ

  • @streamdungeon5166
    @streamdungeon5166 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I am using a book-style faux leather cover with a pen holder on the right for my scribe and that works so much better for me than the clipboard style. Reading is so much more fun that way for me so I would recommend it :)

    • @M-J
      @M-J  ปีที่แล้ว

      That sounds lovely! May I ask the brand/source? Cheers! MJ

    • @streamdungeon5166
      @streamdungeon5166 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@M-J It's called the Fintie Kindle Scribe Case and has lots of extra storage for cards, papers and has a kickstand

  • @anotherbibliophilereads
    @anotherbibliophilereads ปีที่แล้ว +1

    There is nothing better for reading. I do love my Scribe. I have really tried the two columns for extending reading.
    My case is beginning to fry too.

    • @M-J
      @M-J  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      It's a damn shame. That case sells for $54 ALONE! I ordered a $15 one last night - I bet I'll love it way more. lol

    • @anotherbibliophilereads
      @anotherbibliophilereads ปีที่แล้ว

      @@M-JI’m looking at a different cases right now a $20 E NET-CASE that supports landscape and portrait, but I’m getting a cheap vibe for some reason.

    • @M-J
      @M-J  ปีที่แล้ว

      @@anotherbibliophilereads sent you a message on voxer

    • @ShannonsChannel
      @ShannonsChannel ปีที่แล้ว

      @@M-J Return it!!

  • @ShannonsChannel
    @ShannonsChannel ปีที่แล้ว

    Okay - being able to email my book highlights and notes to myself is a definite plus. In Goodreads I can see my highlights from my old Kindle (2011 Touch), but can only print them if I copy and paste individually into a Word doc. Would be great to email them to myself... I don't see benefit from the other features though... for me.

    • @M-J
      @M-J  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      But wait, there’s more! A new software update was just dropped with even more features for note taking and book people! 👏🏻👏🏻 I hope to film it for the weekend.

    • @ShannonsChannel
      @ShannonsChannel ปีที่แล้ว +1

      ​@@M-J I will stay tuned!

  • @tebhernandez
    @tebhernandez ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have the same issue with the case falling apart, its a bummer.

    • @M-J
      @M-J  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It’s really bad craftsmanship!

  • @perriconemdbeauty43
    @perriconemdbeauty43 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I got a new update today. I love using it daily. For reading and note taking at work. I'm a night nurse. Great device. A little bit overpriced!!. If you get a new and better case,let us know. I'm searching for a new case as well.
    On the go, I use the Kindle Oasis 2019 version.
    Great video from you.
    Greetings from Germany 🇩🇪.

    • @M-J
      @M-J  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I saw a new update was being released. Thanks! I did pick up a new case, it does the job and have a video filmed for this weekend. Thank you so much for watching! Have a great day! - MJ

    • @perriconemdbeauty43
      @perriconemdbeauty43 ปีที่แล้ว

      @M-J thank you. I'm searching for a new case right now. Enjoy your day 💖📚 . And happy reading 😀😀

    • @M-J
      @M-J  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@perriconemdbeauty43 likewise!

  • @imthedrivingcrooner
    @imthedrivingcrooner ปีที่แล้ว

    have you found a new case?! thanks for the video!

    • @M-J
      @M-J  ปีที่แล้ว

      Hello! Yes, I did. It's a plastic hardshell case picked up on Amazon. I believe the details are listed in a "scribe accessory" video I released a few months ago. Zero complaints about that case! - MJ

  • @TracksTianna
    @TracksTianna ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I just bought the scribe bundle for around $360 with their 15% off deal... prime day is July 11 to 12 but I will be going on vacation so I wanted to get it ahead of time. If the deal is crazy different then I am going to return and reorder or ask if they can give me a price adjustment :) Thanks for these videos, the price had me in shock but this version of kindle fits my lifestyle more than any of the other models

    • @M-J
      @M-J  ปีที่แล้ว

      15% is 15%! Congrats and welcome to the Scribe Tribe! Enjoy and happy reading! What will you be reading next? - MJ

    • @TracksTianna
      @TracksTianna ปีที่แล้ว

      @@M-J Empire of Dreams by Rae Carson

    • @M-J
      @M-J  ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TracksTianna not a title I am familiar with, but do enjoy! 😊

  • @gangleweed
    @gangleweed ปีที่แล้ว

    Oh......in my day that would be reading or watching comic books and my elders always said it would ruin my eyesight reading all those comics....one picture is worth a thousand words etc.............I gave up reading books in my 50's as the print was getting too small and it was a chore holding a large magnifying glass......oh well with the advent of the Kindle and the ability to expand the print size AND the very cheap books on Amazon for the Kindle it's now a game changer......on the subject of the case fraying at the edges I have the other type that has a patterned vinyl covering on it but the vinyl is quite soft and prone to scratching off so I resorted to filling in the scratches with a blue ball point pen and it worked ......until I gets more scratches etc, but at A$30 it was quite cheap..

    • @M-J
      @M-J  ปีที่แล้ว

      It is a definite game changer. Thank you so much for sharing! - MJ

  • @jessicatina416
    @jessicatina416 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’m seriously considering the scribe to update my kindle 10th gen 2020. Mostly for the bigger screen. Just concerned about the battery life, because currently I can go weeks between charging my 10th gen.

    • @M-J
      @M-J  ปีที่แล้ว

      If you take a lot of notes or do heavy annotation the battery does go faster, but reading-wise…the battery is amazing. I charge it about once a month. I hope that helps! - MJ

  • @moiraohara
    @moiraohara ปีที่แล้ว

    I ordered one on yesterday. I have RM2 that allows to take notes directly on the epub/pdf non drm but does not have light…for me is more to study specially medicine/nursing ebooks and kindle scribe with light, store, will be a big paperwhite (i also have)

    • @M-J
      @M-J  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Congrats! Welcome to the Scribe Tribe. I hope you love it! - MJ

  • @rodhernandez4134
    @rodhernandez4134 ปีที่แล้ว

    I am waiting to get a scribe, because they are not available yet here in Mexico. I am an English teacher and I plan to use it for my lesson plans. With the MS word upload to the kindle, it will make it even more practical to use.

    • @M-J
      @M-J  ปีที่แล้ว

      Hello! Nice to meet you. There was another software update within the last day or so that will make it even easier for you with your lesson planning. I hope to film a video on the latest updates this weekend. - MJ

  • @datfly3034
    @datfly3034 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Unfortunately Libby doesn't work on Kindle in Australia.

    • @M-J
      @M-J  7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      That makes me sad.

  • @bobgriffin316
    @bobgriffin316 ปีที่แล้ว

    I bought a £10 case for the Scribe. I can see that it will not fray like yours because the edging is turned over and stitched. It is cheap (£10) but the quality is much better than the small price I paid for it.

    • @M-J
      @M-J  ปีที่แล้ว

      I believe you 100%. I picked up an inexpensive plastic origami cover over the summer and it’s so much better! Happy reading! 👏🏻👏🏻

  • @nat4465
    @nat4465 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Going through your scribe videos as I may preorder mine. 😊 I might skip out on the bundle so I can get a case that can support the kindle horizontally, thanks!
    What storage size did you get? I may get the one in between 32 gb

    • @M-J
      @M-J  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I don’t know off hand, I think the 16GB?

  • @loumarcellino17Q19
    @loumarcellino17Q19 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you so much for your very sincere review of the Scribe (and I just subscribed to your channel). I am considering the Scribe, but frankly, I do not need it, LOL. I would likely wait for future models to come out and take note (no pun intended) of any added features (such as the ability to write on the page) and perhaps even a color display. For now, I use the Kindle app on my iPad Pro and am fine with that. But I love Kindle devices and have owned some of their much earlier models when they first came out. Thank you again. God bless you.

    • @M-J
      @M-J  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you very much for the kind words! I will say, the software updates have exceeded my expectations. If you love your Kindle devices, this one will be your favorite. I promise. ☺️ Be sure to check out my other Kindle/Scribe videos. It’s nice to meet you. - MJ

    • @loumarcellino17Q19
      @loumarcellino17Q19 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@M-J Thank you so much! So nice to meet you too, and if anyone would ever convince me of adding this device to my collection of Kindle devices, that would be you. Other reviewers, understandably, also focus on the shortcomings, but I think, to me, focusing on the positive (relating to anything), is always so much better and changes one's perception for the better. I look forward to your future uploads, especially anything Kindle Scribe related, and once again, thank you!

    • @M-J
      @M-J  ปีที่แล้ว

      @@loumarcellino17Q19 You are most welcome! I Will be doing a “what’s on my Kindle/scribe” as well as a “how I organize my e-books” in the near future. ☺️

    • @loumarcellino17Q19
      @loumarcellino17Q19 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@M-J Thank you! I look forward to it, and I know it will be BEYOND helpful. And my sincerest thanks to you for taking the time to reply to my comments, it is appreciated more than you know! Have a great day!

    • @M-J
      @M-J  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@loumarcellino17Q19 Thanks and you too!

  • @arch.k.kalcheva368
    @arch.k.kalcheva368 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have had the pw 2018, gifted it to my dad and got the 2021 6.5" paperwhite
    However, doing my masters I just got the Scribe to use for notes ❤
    I will use both my 6.5" PW (for reading) and with my work load, plan to use the Scribe for my job and masters daily ❤
    The case. ..Same situation, every time, every kindel, every case. ..

    • @M-J
      @M-J  ปีที่แล้ว

      I use mine as well, but the Scribe is a game changer! Good luck with school!

  • @t0dd000
    @t0dd000 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love my Kobo Forma. Love!!!
    I use it only for library books and the Pocket integration. I haven't ever purchased an eBook yet.
    I am looking for a writing device now (I'm a writer AND a reader). I could merge the two with a Kobo Elipsa (Kobo's Scribe competitor), but the writing experience on something like a Supernote or a Boox Tab Ultra A5X is just so very superior. I may use two devices, or maybe wait another year+ before spending the bucks on a combined device (the Elipsa and Scribe writing experience will be on par with Supernote, I think, in a year or two).
    Anyway. These devices are cool and useful.

    • @M-J
      @M-J  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I still love my kobo. The Scribe has met so many of my needs and with the added functionality - I just can’t stop talking about it or reaching for it.
      No matter what brand/device you choose - happy reading and writing! - MJ

    • @t0dd000
      @t0dd000 ปีที่แล้ว

      ​@@M-J Gadgets! :)

  • @eriebeverly
    @eriebeverly ปีที่แล้ว

    Glad you're enjoying the experience overall and the manga looks terrific. I would say get rid of the case ASAP. My Paperwhite fabric case fell apart in the same way and I ended up cutting my hand when more of the surface broke down. Not stitches but not comfortable either.

    • @M-J
      @M-J  ปีที่แล้ว

      They charge $54 for that fabric case alone and it’s pretty shoddy. I picked up a different one last night for way cheaper and will cover it in stickers 🤭

  • @mollysmustreads
    @mollysmustreads ปีที่แล้ว

    My scribe is coming today and I am SO excited !!!! I opted for a clear case rather than the case because of how it’s fraying :((

    • @M-J
      @M-J  ปีที่แล้ว

      Congrats and welcome to the Scribe Tribe! Please let me know how you enjoy it and happy reading!!!!! - MJ

  • @macjim
    @macjim ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I just wish Amazon/Kindle would make it easier to download and install, the updates… the newest software update has been out for a week or more but it still hasn’t showing up to install.
    Yes, I can manually download and install but I shouldn’t have to.
    The Kindle Scribe case is poor, especially for the price… there are third party folio cases out there that are better value than this case.

    • @M-J
      @M-J  ปีที่แล้ว

      I agree with you on all points. I love the latest and much cheaper case I picked up.

  • @booksandbags
    @booksandbags ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice review. I am excited about the updates. I don't like the bulk of a case, so I use the silicone back and a sleeve. That being said, you may want to contact Amazon CS about your case for a replacement or partial credit toward a different case.

    • @M-J
      @M-J  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      And the BRAND NEW updates that just came out. I have to film another video! 😂 I did pick up a relatively inexpensive case and littered it with bookish stickers to make it my own. I just may talk to Amazon CS about it. Two of my friends are experiencing the same fraying. Thank you! - MJ

    • @scottbecker3485
      @scottbecker3485 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@M-JNew sub here (based on this one vid). Care to share what case you ended up with?

    • @M-J
      @M-J  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@scottbecker3485 Sure! I think I linked it in a later video. Yes! Check out my kindle scribe accessories video. All of the specifics are in the description box. Nice to meet you! - MJ

    • @scottbecker3485
      @scottbecker3485 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@M-J Thanks much for the follow-up! Indeed, I had meanwhile looked for, found and watched your more recent video on the accessories, and was delighted to find the case covered in that. Unfortunately, that particular brand of it isn‘t available at Amazon here in Germany, but I found an apparently identical cover under a different brand name. Looking forward to „origami freedom“ with my as-yet-unpurchased Kindle Scribe as a reading device with occasional notetaking and list making. Should be a winner, especially as compared with my Kindle Voyage for reading so far (with its great form factor but limited screen real estate). As a person of somewhat elevated age who needs reading glasses and likes to zoom text a bit larger for comfort, having the bigger screen on the Scribe should be perfect, despite the weight penalty which - thanks to the origami cover - won‘t always be an issue. :-) Thanks for saving me from buying the bundle with the fray-prone Kindle cover!

    • @M-J
      @M-J  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@scottbecker3485 You are going to absolutely LOVE reading on the Scribe! I’m the same way with my eyes and the bigger screen and font helps me immensely. I’m so glad you found a similar origami case as well. Happy Reading!!! - MJ 😊

  • @Saephaan
    @Saephaan ปีที่แล้ว

    Did you replace the case? There is one of leather, do you have a recommendation for another case?

    • @M-J
      @M-J  ปีที่แล้ว

      Hello, yes, I did! 👏🏻👏🏻 There is another video with all the details - i think it’s called “scribe accessories.” And that case is still going strong today! - MJ

  • @lordramoth3416
    @lordramoth3416 ปีที่แล้ว

    Don’t see why we don’t get an Amazon gift card with every kindle purchased. In Australia the scribe starts at $549. Great video though. Very informative

  • @ch3ckm8
    @ch3ckm8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Do you have a video on where you get your books especially the manga? Thanks

    • @M-J
      @M-J  ปีที่แล้ว

      Hello, no I don’t - but I can always make one. ☺️ - MJ

    • @ch3ckm8
      @ch3ckm8 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@M-J Thanks yea that would be useful. I have an e-ink device as well (remarkable 1) and curious how to get cheap or free books and manga in it.

  • @TangibleReads
    @TangibleReads ปีที่แล้ว

    Battery life is important. And i like the pen snd stationary feature. Dang. Cheap made case

    • @M-J
      @M-J  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It does have more positives than negatives. Cheap is right. I picked up a $15 last night and I bet will be perform WAY better!

    • @TangibleReads
      @TangibleReads ปีที่แล้ว

      @@M-J 5 below, ahem..15 and below, had nice cases

  • @electrology
    @electrology ปีที่แล้ว

    You have beautiful eyes - amazing review. I know the regular small Kindles allow us to email the annotations to the registered email ID in CSV and PDF formats. I have seen the highlights and typed notes are included in the CSV and PDF they email. What about the handwritten notes? Do those sticky notes get included in the PDF as well? Can you please let me know about this?

    • @M-J
      @M-J  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you for the kind words. Yes, the handwritten notes translate over to the pdf which is pretty awesome! - MJ

    • @electrology
      @electrology ปีที่แล้ว

      Can you please let me know about this pls? 🙏

    • @electrology
      @electrology ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@M-J This is awesome. Thank you, MJ. I was waiting to confirm this before opening the box. Appreciate the quick response

    • @M-J
      @M-J  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@electrology Welcome to the Scribe Tribe!

    • @electrology
      @electrology ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@M-J I love that ..scribe tribe... nice 😂..
      ok one more Q. I am not an artist or power user with pens etc. Do you think it will still be a good experience than my Paperwhite Signature Edition? Just need your take on that, if you don't mind

  • @Edmond_Dantes76
    @Edmond_Dantes76 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm sorry, did I understand correctly that a new kindly scribe model is about to be released?

    • @M-J
      @M-J  ปีที่แล้ว

      Hello. We are due for a new model since it has been almost one year, but I haven’t heard any news yet.

    • @Edmond_Dantes76
      @Edmond_Dantes76 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@M-J thanks! I’m definitely gonna wait for the new model then, because with my luck I’ll spend 400 buck and they’ll drop the new model the week after 😄

    • @M-J
      @M-J  ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Edmond_Dantes76 There were some good deals happening recently with the Scribe. I plan on trading mine in to get the newer model - if & when that happens.

  • @davebrzeski
    @davebrzeski ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm fascinated by this double page thing... mainly because I'd never use it! I always go for the single page view when reading pdfs on my laptop. I only use the double page view for double page spreads, which is quite useful in the case of magazine pdf reading. But for books... I only read one page at a time, so why would I need to be able to see two? Yes, the price is a huge issue for me, and it really needs to be colour for reading most non-manga comics on.

    • @M-J
      @M-J  ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Ha Ha. TBH, the double page view is open book style, but on an e-reader. I know, I know - but it is a feature that I love. The joy this device has brought me is worth every cent (which happened to be free anyway.). Cheers, Dave!

    • @lonnie4827
      @lonnie4827 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@M-J Wait, I thought you said you purchased in February and gave yourself 30 days to see if you would return it for a refund? It was actually free?

    • @M-J
      @M-J  ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@lonnie4827 I used “cash back” earned from credit card purchases that had built up over 4 years. I had WAY more than enough cash back banked to buy it. So yes, technically it was free. That was the only way I could justify making the purchase in the first place to myself. If I didn’t like it, I had full intentions of sending it back. But I honestly ❤️ it! - MJ

  • @Pegleg04
    @Pegleg04 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is great. What storage option do you recommend?

    • @M-J
      @M-J  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Aww, thank you! I went for the 32G and have not even put a dent in it! I think I have library books to thank for that. Definitely hold off until Prime Day hopefully the Scribe will be discounted or have a promotion. Best of Luck & Happy Reading! - MJ

    • @Pegleg04
      @Pegleg04 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks! I probably read 5 Libby books for every 1 that I buy, so this is good to know.

    • @M-J
      @M-J  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Pegleg04 Kindle unlimited is a dream as well! They are running a special on prime day for 3 months free for new users.

  • @rickcroucher
    @rickcroucher ปีที่แล้ว

    Is yours a special edition to provide the double pages you showed?

    • @M-J
      @M-J  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hello there! NOPE, it was a simply a software updated everyone received. 🙂

  • @wendyvilla2904
    @wendyvilla2904 ปีที่แล้ว

    💚🖤

    • @M-J
      @M-J  ปีที่แล้ว

      ☺️