Amazon Kindle vs Microsoft Reader

Amazon Kindle

Description: Amazon Kindle is an e-reader developed by Amazon. It allows users to shop for, download, browse, and read eBooks, newspapers, magazines and other digital media via wireless networking to the Kindle Store.

Type: software

Microsoft Reader

Description: Microsoft Reader is an e-book reader software developed by Microsoft. It allowed users to read e-books in .lit format which supported highlighting and taking notes. It was discontinued in 2012.

Type: software

Amazon Kindle Features

• E-ink display for easy reading
• Built-in adjustable front light
• Whispersync technology to sync eBooks across devices
• Access to Kindle Store for purchasing and downloading eBooks
• Long battery life
• Text-to-speech capability
• Dictionary lookup
• Note taking and highlighting capability
• WiFi and cellular connectivity

Microsoft Reader Features

• Text-to-speech
• Annotation and highlighting
• Dictionary lookup
• Adjustable text size and fonts
• Compatibility with .lit ebook format