PrinterCustomer Questions & Answers for:
Baby and Nursery(Q:1018 A:1039)
Clothing(Q:141 A:144)
Gifts(Q:494 A:535)
Health and beauty(Q:759 A:805)
Home and garden(Q:36457 A:39483)
Jewellery and Watches(Q:2376 A:2470)
Sports and leisure(Q:4264 A:4438)
Technology(Q:26916 A:29145)
Technology General Q&A(Q:26916 A:29145)
3D TV glasses(Q:52 A:54)
Audio accessories(Q:5 A:5)
Batteries and rechargeable batteries(Q:77 A:82)
Battery chargers(Q:59 A:61)
Blu-ray players(Q:185 A:197)
Blu-rays(Q:2 A:2)
Business projectors(Q:69 A:72)
Cables(Q:387 A:409)
Camcorder accessories(Q:17 A:22)
Camcorders(Q:166 A:171)
Camera bags and cases(Q:44 A:44)
Camera batteries and chargers(Q:54 A:55)
Camera filters and flashes(Q:17 A:19)
Camera lenses and accessories(Q:170 A:173)
Cameras(Q:769 A:834)
Cameras and camcorders(Q:1 A:1)
Clock radios(Q:248 A:260)
Collectables and figurines(Q:53 A:53)
DVD players and recorders(Q:688 A:738)
DVDs(Q:21 A:21)
Desktop computer components(Q:3 A:2)
Desktop computers and all in ones(Q:1077 A:1126)
Dictation machines(Q:152 A:158)
Digital TV recorders(Q:730 A:819)
Digital photo frames(Q:138 A:145)
Digital photo printers and consumables(Q:74 A:76)
Docking stations and speakers(Q:444 A:460)
Electronic dictionaries and calculators(Q:75 A:82)
Fax machines(Q:13 A:13)
Film and disposable cameras(Q:4 A:3)
Free to air satellite(Q:40 A:46)
Gaming chairs(Q:149 A:157)
Hard drives, USBs and data storage(Q:176 A:192)
Headphones and earphones(Q:727 A:766)
Headsets(Q:79 A:89)
Hi-fi systems(Q:713 A:745)
Home cinema systems and sound bars(Q:287 A:303)
Home theatre projectors(Q:28 A:28)
In car DAB and CD car radio accessories(Q:30 A:31)
In car DAB and CD car radios(Q:210 A:218)
In car DVD players(Q:15 A:17)
In-car chargers(Q:42 A:43)
Karaoke machines and equipment(Q:136 A:138)
Kindle, E-readers and accessories(Q:338 A:359)
Kindle, E-readers and accessories General Q&A(Q:338 A:359)
Ebook reader cases and covers(Q:15 A:16)
Ebook readers(Q:65 A:67)
Kindle(Q:120 A:129)
Kindle General Q&A(Q:120 A:129)
Kindle accessories(Q:64 A:68)
Kindle cases and covers(Q:71 A:75)
Laminators and trimmers(Q:21 A:26)
Laptop and PC accessories(Q:890 A:939)
Laptop and PC software(Q:132 A:148)
Laptops and PCs(Q:3 A:3)
Laptops and netbooks(Q:1031 A:1148)
MP3 accessories(Q:50 A:50)
MP3 players(Q:627 A:655)
Memory cards and readers(Q:265 A:281)
Mobile broadband(Q:113 A:124)
Mobile phone SIM cards(Q:35 A:36)
Mobile phone accessories and attachments(Q:428 A:437)
Mobile phones(Q:1229 A:1321)
Mobile phones and accessories(Q:1 A:1)
Networking(Q:387 A:399)
Nintendo 3DS and DS(Q:80 A:84)
Nintendo Wii(Q:35 A:37)
Nintendo Wii U(Q:22 A:24)
PC games and accessories(Q:40 A:41)
PC monitors and stands(Q:116 A:129)
PS Vita(Q:11 A:12)
PS3(Q:102 A:110)
PSP(Q:8 A:8)
Personal CD players and cassette players(Q:355 A:400)
Personal radios(Q:93 A:106)
Photographic accessories(Q:22 A:22)
Portable DVD players and accessories(Q:215 A:231)
Printer ink, paper and accessories(Q:481 A:497)
Printers(Q:1743 A:1941)
Radios(Q:283 A:299)
Sat nav(Q:436 A:464)
Sat nav accessories(Q:103 A:107)
Scanners(Q:70 A:72)
Set top boxes(Q:900 A:1239)
Shredders(Q:82 A:89)
Smart TV boxes(Q:84 A:96)
Stationery and office supplies(Q:67 A:70)
TV aerials, boosters and accessories(Q:412 A:444)
TV remote controls(Q:864 A:876)
TV stands and wall brackets(Q:505 A:527)
Telephone accessories(Q:23 A:27)
Telephones(Q:1852 A:1953)
Telephones and accessories(Q:3 A:3)
Televisions(Q:2082 A:2286)
Televisions and accessories(Q:2 A:2)
Tripods, monopods and cases(Q:60 A:59)
Video senders and cables(Q:38 A:43)
Xbox 360(Q:140 A:161)
iPad and tablets(Q:1174 A:1285)
iPads, tablets and E readers(Q:1 A:2)
iPod(Q:239 A:260)
iPod accessories(Q:109 A:117)
iPod skins, cases and holders(Q:37 A:38)
Toys(Q:3153 A:3319)
Shop now at Argos.co.uk 
Most Recent Questions
Recent Question:
Can I access the internet in North America, (emails and specific sites)
Recent Question:
Does the Kindle Paperwhite automatically go back to the page where you left off
Questions with Most Recent Answers
Question:
Does the Kindle Paperwhite automatically go back to the page where you left off
Amazon Kindle e-Book Reader.
The ergonomically designed Kindle eReader holds up to 1400 books and has 240 hours battery life - making it great for holidays and travelling. With thousands of publications to download, a 6 inch anti-glare screen and features such as a built-in dictionary, the Kindle provides the perfect platform for reading your favourite books, magazines and newspapers 6 inch screen.Stores 1400 books.Kindle uses E Ink Pearl - the latest generation of E Ink technology available - to deliver clear, crisp text you can read without strain.Free cloud storage for all Amazon content - Amazon Cloud Drive is your personal hard drive in the cloud. Store your videos, photos, and documents on Amazon's secure servers.4.5 hours charge time.240 hours battery life.Choose from 8 adjustable font sizes to improve readability.16 levels of grey scale give ultra fine text detail.Rotation key to read text in either landscape or portrait format.Supported formats: Kindle (AZW), TXT, PDF, unprotected MOBI, PRC natively; HTML, DOC, JPEG, GIF, PNG, BMP through conversion.Connectivity:WiFi connectivity.General information:Weight 170g.Size H16.6, W11.4, D0.87cm.
Customer Questions & Answers:
164 Questions
| 216 Answers
Average Customer Rating:
Questions & Answers for: Amazon Kindle e-Book Reader.
Sort by
Question
20 answers
Q.
is this easy to use
My Husband and I arent very good at picking up new concepts. Would this be easy for us to load books onto, and what other than a cover is essential to buy with it
Age: 65 or over
Gender: Female
04 January 2012
by
AnnB
from South East
Answer(s)
A.
my wife is not a gadget person but found this very easy to use
Age: 45 to 54
Gender: Male
04 January 2012
by
great husband
from essex
A.
This is very easy to use and to load books onto. You need to have use of a computer to register your kindle, but once this has been achieved then it is literally go on the website, look through the volumes of books available, make your choice and CLICK. It appears on your kindle in seconds. It's marvellous. I have bought a cover, but don't feel the need for any other accessory.
Age: 45 to 54
Gender: Female
04 January 2012
by
Jane
from England
A.
Hi these are very easy to use and get on with, my 76 year old father just loves his
Age: 45 to 54
Gender: Male
04 January 2012
by
david
from St Austell
A.
Very easy to use. I bought it as a present for my wife - a Technical Luddite. She loves - it easy to download the books she wants and the batteries last a long time.
Age: 55 to 64
Gender: Male
04 January 2012
by
aloyicious
A.
Yes, after initially setting up the Kindle, it is very easy to understand and use.
Yes a cover would be good for transportation use and maybe a clip on light.
The clip on light is not essential unless reading in bed but the Kindle does require a reasonably bright room to read by as it has not got a back light as on a computer.
So my wife tells me!
Yes a cover would be good for transportation use and maybe a clip on light.
The clip on light is not essential unless reading in bed but the Kindle does require a reasonably bright room to read by as it has not got a back light as on a computer.
So my wife tells me!
Age: 45 to 54
Gender: Male
04 January 2012
by
Steve
from West Yorkshire
A.
I was a bit confused when I first had mine but now it's a breeze, like anything new it can be a bit daunting but persevere but you'll get there. I find the cases very expensive (I'm on a pension) but have made one with quilted material scraps which works just as well and is unique to me!!
Age: 65 or over
Gender: Female
04 January 2012
by
JACSIS
from United Kingdom (was once!)
A.
You need to be a little computer literate as the Kindle requires a wi-fi connection or a computer connection via a USB cable. I would recommend the wi-fi connection. The kindle can browse the internet once connected to your wi-fi router.
I would personally recommend a waterproof bag for reading in the bath! A gel protective case would be a good way of limiting damage from dropping.
I would personally recommend a waterproof bag for reading in the bath! A gel protective case would be a good way of limiting damage from dropping.
Age: 35 to 44
Gender: Male
04 January 2012
by
Geordieged
from Tyne & Wear
A.
very easy, a mains charger if you are travelling anywhere without a pc.
Age: 45 to 54
Gender: Male
04 January 2012
by
steve
from essex
A.
This is really easy to use, all you need is the Kindle a wireless network on your computer or an hotspot to gain access online to download. Follow the easy instructions on the Kindle and away you go, they download pretty quick and you will be reading within minutes.
Age: 55 to 64
Gender: Male
04 January 2012
by
Geoff
from Wakefield
A.
If you can use a computer you should have no problems getting books on here. When you start it up the first time, it will find your home wi-fi network for you if you have a wireless router for your internet connection, all you need is the network security key, then it will take you through setting up an account and when you purchase any new ebooks it will download them onto the Kindle for you, and also it will save them online for you in case you ever accidentally delete them or something, so you can download them again without having to pay. If you don't have a home wi-fi network then it is simple enough to download them on your computer and transfer them to your kindle using the supplied USB cable. Besides the cover, you really don't need anything else, although if you are likely to be reading anywhere with poor light you should consider buying a cover with a built in light as the screen is not backlit so you can't see it if the light is bad - just like a normal book! :-)
Age: 45 to 54
Gender: Male
04 January 2012
by
Dave
from South Wales
A.
Yes it is quite straight foreward. The users guide is already installed in the Kindle. As for downloading books, it takes all of seconds and the book is in. You can install as many books as you wish. Then read a one when feel like it. A cover keeps it safe and the screen from being scratched. You can buy either leather or faux leather covers.
Age: 65 or over
Gender: Female
04 January 2012
by
Elivi
from England
A.
Yes its easy to load books onto, but you should consider buying a light & cover
Age: 35 to 44
Gender: Male
04 January 2012
by
PaulL
from Powys
A.
my mum exactly same but i got her one and she has got the hang of it easily enough and she is 60+!
Age: 35 to 44
Gender: Female
04 January 2012
by
deva's mum
from Derbyshire
A.
very easy to use, easy to set up and you do not need to buy accessories for it.
After setting up your account you can get your books with one click it is that simple. Great product.
After setting up your account you can get your books with one click it is that simple. Great product.
Age: 45 to 54
Gender: Female
04 January 2012
by
pauline
from lincolnshire
A.
Yes, no problem at all
Age: 65 or over
Gender: Female
04 January 2012
by
Jenni
from Bucks
A.
Yes, it's very easy to load books. If you have wifi indoors or anywhere in publics places where it's wifi anabled, you can download books easily. You might want to get an ac adapter charger although the usb cable charger which is included is good enough.
Age: 45 to 54
Gender: Male
04 January 2012
by
selva
from essex
A.
Using a kindle is easy. Downloading the books a little harder and you need basic computer knowledge varying on how you do it
04 January 2012
by
dave
from essex
A.
the friend i bought this for is 76 and she got on with near enough straight away it was very easy to use
Age: 45 to 54
Gender: Male
04 January 2012
by
oliver
from uk
A.
Very easy any errors made setting up are usually human and the onboard menu is excellent
Age: 55 to 64
Gender: Male
04 January 2012
by
Bill
from Westmidlands
A.
yes i recommened it to all ages young or old, me an my partner are rubbish with new tec that comes out but love this product very much
Age: 45 to 54
Gender: Female
04 January 2012
by
lanie
from hull
Question
7 answers
Q.
can I find Bible books there
i want where I can go to any chapter of the bible
Age: 55 to 64
Gender: Male
05 January 2012
by
Bonge
from Hanwell London
Answer(s)
A.
The best way to do this is to download the kindle app for your PC as then the bible will also be in that app and its much quicker to scroll from page to page. I know that one of the frustrations about compilation of books on kindle, eg. the bible or shakespeare. It is not possible to move straight to a bible chapter , so the quickest way is via the PC app.
Age: 55 to 64
Gender: Male
05 January 2012
by
kewlbloke
from worcs
A.
yes, any book you need
Age: 55 to 64
05 January 2012
by
john
from essex
A.
This is a quote from the product description:
The English Standard Version (ESV) Bible is an essentially literal Bible translation that combines word-for-word precision and accuracy with literary excellence, beauty, and depth of meaning.
The ESV Bible is equipped with an enhanced navigation feature. Kindle's index feature can be used to navigate directly to any verse. This feature is not supported on the Kindle 1 or any Kindle applications.
The English Standard Version (ESV) Bible is an essentially literal Bible translation that combines word-for-word precision and accuracy with literary excellence, beauty, and depth of meaning.
The ESV Bible is equipped with an enhanced navigation feature. Kindle's index feature can be used to navigate directly to any verse. This feature is not supported on the Kindle 1 or any Kindle applications.
Age: 55 to 64
Gender: Male
05 January 2012
by
Geoff
from Wakefield
A.
You can get a Bible for Kindle, not sure if you can go to a particular chapter you would need the page number I think.
Age: 65 or over
Gender: Female
05 January 2012
by
JACSIS
from United Kingdom (was once!)
A.
There is and much more info can be obtained on the Kindle website. You can fast foreward and back any book, place a bookmark, go on to view other books then go back to your book.
Age: 65 or over
Gender: Female
05 January 2012
by
Elivi
from England
A.
yes you can find every kind of genre on here if not on the kindle store then through a google search
Age: 45 to 54
Gender: Male
05 January 2012
by
oliver
from uk
A.
yes :)
Age: 45 to 54
Gender: Female
05 January 2012
by
lanie
from hull
Question
5 answers
Q.
does it come with a mains power lead
Age: 55 to 64
Gender: Female
13 January 2012
by
sandra
from herts
Answer(s)
A.
Unfortunately the Kindle does not come with a mains power lead, but it does come with a USB lead to charge it from a computer. I have a few devices (for example cameras and phones) that came with mains plugs with USB lead attachment so you can use one lead for both mains and PC charging, you can use these as long as they are for small devices like phones and cameras as the larger ones use more power and may damage your Kindle when using it.
Age: 18 to 24
Gender: Female
13 January 2012
by
Renn
from Leicestershire
A.
No it comes with a usb
13 January 2012
by
nicola
from london
A.
had lead but no plug
13 January 2012
by
barb
from uk
A.
It comes with a lead to charge via USB port on a computer, I bought a universal charger from a well know electrical store.
Age: 45 to 54
Gender: Female
13 January 2012
by
Secret shopper
from Warsop
A.
It comes with a lead that will connect to your PC, the mains connector would have to be purchased as an extra. my wife uses my Iphone charger plug which does the job.
Age: 45 to 54
Gender: Male
13 January 2012
by
Tony H
from Liverpool
Question
3 answers
Q.
What does it come with?
I am not sure is I should buy a charger lead or any more essentials so can you please tell me what it comes with in the box???
Age: 17 or under
Gender: Female
13 February 2012
by
the best ever
from none of your buisness
Answer(s)
A.
Kindle recharges itself through a usb to your computer, so you don't need a charger, and the charge lasts for approx. nine hours. All that is in the box is the Kindle, a connection lead and a VERY brief user guide, although you cango online to find out more information, a link is provided. It is surprisingly easy to use once you've navigated around the few buttons under the screen and the page turning buttons at each side. If I can work out how to use it, anyone can!
Age: 55 to 64
Gender: Female
13 February 2012
by
wyldwych
from Oxfordshire
A.
There is a charger lead that come withit, but it plugs in to your USB port on a PC/Laptop.
However if you have an iphone you can use the iphone plug which has a USB port so you don't need to buy a separate plug if you have an iphone!
Enjoy!!
However if you have an iphone you can use the iphone plug which has a USB port so you don't need to buy a separate plug if you have an iphone!
Enjoy!!
Age: 45 to 54
Gender: Female
13 February 2012
by
Rachel
from Berks
A.
This comes without a charger. It has a USB lead instead. Connect to a Laptop or PC or USB hub to charge. You can buy a USB Charger.
Hope this helps
Hope this helps
Age: 35 to 44
Gender: Male
13 February 2012
by
Psychoman
from Stretford
Question
2 answers
Q.
dos it include a charger
Age: 65 or over
Gender: Male
29 November 2011
by
silvester27
from Blaydan
Answer(s)
A.
only usb lead to charge through computer not mains charger
Age: 45 to 54
Gender: Male
29 November 2011
by
Andy C
from YORKSHIRE
A.
Includes a charger but only to charge from a PC. Plug adapters can be purchased seperatley
Age: 55 to 64
Gender: Female
29 November 2011
by
Moza
from Gtr Manchester
Question
2 answers
Q.
Is the Kindle touch screen?
Age: 35 to 44
Gender: Female
29 November 2011
by
Sandra
from Surrey
Answer(s)
A.
no
Age: 45 to 54
29 November 2011
by
Andy C
from YORKSHIRE
A.
Screen touchscreen but keyboard a bit small. Very easy to use though easier from a PC
Age: 55 to 64
Gender: Female
29 November 2011
by
Moza
from Gtr Manchester
Question
2 answers
Q.
do you have to pay to download books onto the kindle?
Age: 45 to 54
Gender: Female
03 December 2011
by
kathy
from bucks
Answer(s)
A.
Argos helper 88 has only given you part information, as there are many books that you do not have to pay for !!
If you go to Amazon.co.uk and type free kindle books into the search bar then there are at least 2500 free books including many of the classics
Hope this helps
If you go to Amazon.co.uk and type free kindle books into the search bar then there are at least 2500 free books including many of the classics
Hope this helps
Age: 45 to 54
Gender: Male
03 December 2011
by
slef
from nr5
A.
Thank you for your question.
I have checked the 'Kindle' suppliers website (Amazon) and there is a charge for the books that are to be downloaded.
Thank you for using Q & A.
I have checked the 'Kindle' suppliers website (Amazon) and there is a charge for the books that are to be downloaded.
Thank you for using Q & A.
03 December 2011
by
Argos_helper _88
from Acton Gate
Question
2 answers
Q.
is it display in colour
Age: 55 to 64
Gender: Male
07 December 2011
by
nick
from cornwall
Answer(s)
A.
No, it is an E Ink display which is black and white (black on grey in practice). There is no colour option.
Age: 35 to 44
Gender: Female
07 December 2011
by
RAJJ
A.
The screen is not colour, it E ink which is incredibly clear and sharp. As such in darker conditions it will need a light as a book would.
Age: 25 to 34
Gender: Female
07 December 2011
by
MsPegasus
Question
2 answers
Q.
Is the touch screen as good as iProducts?
Age: 18 to 24
Gender: Female
23 December 2011
by
merz
from london
Answer(s)
A.
The Kindle doesn't have a touch screen!!
Age: 35 to 44
Gender: Male
23 December 2011
by
Bobby
from West Yorkshire
A.
The Kindle uses 'E-Ink' the advantage of which being that it has very low power consuption, power is only needed to change the page, or to run the wi-fi, hence why the Kindle can have a one month battery life. However because of this the touch screen is no where near as responsive as an ipod or similar, (it can take up to a second to turn a page). For reading books however this is 'good enough' and the advantages of e-ink, being far easier to read off of for extened periods of time compared to a LCD screen on an iPad, as well as being able to read in direct sun light makes up for it. So no the touh screen isn't as good as an iPod or similar but it is good enough for what you use it for, and the advantages of e-ink for reading far outweigh the disadvantages of it.
Age: 18 to 24
Gender: Male
23 December 2011
by
usenglish
from Oxfordshire
Question
2 answers
Q.
does it come with a charger
Age: 65 or over
Gender: Female
26 November 2011
by
honey
from fakenham
Answer(s)
A.
can be charged from a usb port on your computor, lead is supplied, you can purchase a wall charger
Age: 55 to 64
Gender: Male
26 November 2011
by
davidr
from leeds
A.
The kindle is supplied with a USB cable for your computer,a charger has to be purchase separately
Age: 55 to 64
Gender: Male
26 November 2011
by
Dave
from Scotland