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post Sep 22 2010, 08:35 AM, updated 12y ago

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Bulk 15 orders have started.
Please view the status at the end of this post.

*Kindle FAQ is at the bottom of this post

If you are still interested, please reply this thread or PM me.
Other Amazon.com orders and External Websites are accepted as well!

Heya folks! Ive been itching for a while now to get myself a couple of the latest 6" Wifi Kindle Wireless Reader and have finally gotten a contact in the US to help me with getting them in. 
As you may already know, Amazon will not ship these devices to Malaysia although once you have it you'll be able to use with any eBooks ! 
Since Im ordering 2 units in I thought I'd bring in this Bulk to help you guys in getting one for yourselves as well as to spread the cost of shipping between us.
Lets see what we have.

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What is Kindle ? 

Kindle at a Glance
New, High-Contrast E Ink Screen Wireless eBook Reader. 
It has 50% better contrast than its nearest rival. The clearest text and sharpest images. 
Unlike LCD screens, Kindle's screen reads like real paper, with no glare. 
Read as easily in bright sunlight as in your living room. 
At only 8.5 ounces and 1/3 of an inch thin, Kindle is lighter than a paperback and thinner than a magazine. 
A single charge lasts up to one month with wireless off. Keep wireless always on and go for up to three weeks without recharging.
Share meaningful passages with friends and family with built-in Twitter and Facebook integration.

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Kindle lets you read for up to one month on a single charge versus hours on a tablet or smart phone.

Kindle is ready to use right out of the box - no setup, no software to install, no computer required.
Now with new dictionary lookup, notes and highlights, and support for password protected PDFs. 
Easily carry all of your documents on the go. Over 670,000 books, including 107 of 111 New York Times Best Sellers, plus audiobooks, periodicals and blogs. 
Over 1.8 million free, out-of-copyright, pre-1923 books are available such as Pride and Prejudice. 
Download and read first chapters for free before you decide to buy. 
Your Kindle books can be read on your Kindle, iPhone, iPad, PC, Mac, Android device, and BlackBerry. 
Whispersync technology syncs your place across devices, so you can pick up where you left off. 
Books you purchase from the Kindle Store are automatically backed up online in your Kindle library on Amazon. 
Re-download books wirelessly for free, anytime. With Text-to-Speech, Kindle can read English-language content out loud to you.

How Does It Work ?
Go here for the Kindle 101 by Booksprung!

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Deleting and Downloading

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Synching For FREE over Wifi

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Thanks to Kindlerama.com for the Flowcharts
Still wanna know more ? Visit here for information and videos in relation to the latest Kindle 3 from Amazon!.
 
Impressed yet ? Sure you are! 
So lets see how this bulk will go.

Item(s):
Kindle Wireless Reading Device, Wi-Fi, 6" Display, - Latest Generation
Colours available for you to choose : Black, White and the Hard to Get Graphite!

Package includes:

The whole Kindle SEALED package from Amazon with everything intact.
Just like Amazon, this is ONLY for the Kindle. It does not include the covers or anything else from Amazon.
These could be obtained via a separate quote.

Condition:
New! 

Price:
Updated Price of RM 600 to your door !  
No Minimum Order Quantity though Im limiting it to only 10 units this round. No hidden charges. 
Im in it for the long run because MY ORDER is in this shipment too. So I personally have a share and care for this bulk. 
Plus since this is a specific Kindle Only Bulk, you dont have to wait until theres a MOQ of other items to make up the weight!!

Status : Multiple Bulks are now open for orders! Details below

Frequently Asked Question, please read before ordering
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How this works ?
This is how the bulk works:
Ill only open this bulk for about a week , till have a look below to see updates . Ill then proceed with the order from there.
* Bulk 8 is collecting orders now.

1) First lookup all the items you'd want, this can be anything from Amazon as well. Confirm your order with me. 
After confirming your order, I'll PM you my banking details.
2) Bulk Order will close once we reach the 10 persons. It will still proceed even if there is less folks than that.
3) You will receive a request to make full payment if not already done so.
4) Ill proceed to have the items shipped from Amazon to my US contacts address.
 

They will be marked as Gift to ensure the Kindle is not registered under my Amazon account. 
Be careful of this if you decide to join another bulk, make sure you have to have your Kindle marked as Gift, 
else the Kindle and Content on it will be registered under your buyers Amazon account.

5) You will receive updates on the items progress.
5) Shipment will be sent via Courier to my Malaysian address.
6) Ill arrange for a COD or Courier the items to your preferred Malaysian location or address. 

Current Order - Opening NOW till the dates shown at the bottom of this post!
Bulk will start again when there's enough interested parties.

When will it reach you?
After payment and the notifcation that order has been placed with Amazon, 
the estimated maximum time frame will be about 3 weeks from date of payment. From my bulk though you can see the fastest was 7 days!

Warranty:
Warranty will be one year by Amazon. Ill help you with any claims if needed or your may proceed on the claims from your end.

Safe to Deal with me?
From my first bulk Ive got 2 units. Still received PM's requesting a second bulk, hence you see this.
Over 35 Kindles so far and im still going strong. Im here for the long run.
Please Notice the safe trader tag. I have been on this forum for quite a while now and have also an extensive trade history on this forum.
Ive dealt with a lot of individuals and most of my COD is done at the place where I work, 
so easily you would be able to look for me for any concerns.

Dealing method:
COD or Shipping Im open to both! Shipping is however preferred for this item.
Shipping is preferred for this item not cuz I wanna run away or try to cheat you out of your hard earned money. 
Time is money too. And sadly with my current schedule I find that it would be easier for me to ship this item. 
Nevertheless I will surely make arrangements to suit both our times.

Reason for sale:
As per above. Im doing this bulk mainly to get 2 Kindle Units for my personal use. As the cost of shipping it over is very high, 
I thought of perhaps having a shared transaction it may lighten my shipment load and realise your dreams to get the Kindle for yourselves

More Questions ?
PM me, SMS me @ 0126124840 or ask me here!

Please reserve your negative comments if any


Bulk 1. Reached Malaysia within 11 working days of payment!
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Bulk 1 pictures. ALL Received 


Bulk 2. Reached Malaysia within 12 working days of payment!
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Pictures from BULK 2!

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Bulk 3. Reached Malaysia within 8 working days of payment!!  
Dont think i need more pictures from now I guess  wink.gif
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Bulk 4. Reached Malaysia within 7 working days of payment! 
Status Inside!
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Bulk 5. Reached Malaysia within 9 working days of payment!
Status Inside!

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Bulk 6. Reached Malaysia in 11 working days of Payment !!
Status Inside!

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Bulk 7 Order List
Reached in just 10 working days from date of Payment !
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Bulk 8 Order List
Reached in just 9 working days from date of Payment !
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Bulk 9 Order List
Reached in just 9 working days from date of Payment !
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Bulk 10 Order List
Reached in just 5 working days from date of Payment !
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Bulk 11 Order List
Reached in just 10 working days from date of Payment !
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Bulk 12 Order List
Reached in just 12 working days from date of Payment !
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Bulk 13 Order List
Reached in just 12 working days from date of Payment !
Status Inside.


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Bulk 14 Order List
Current Order Status Below. Open for orders till 11th June 2011!


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1. max mad - ESS Crossbow 3LS Eyeshield Kit - 1 Black Frame, 3 Lenses + Ionic Titanium Sports Bracelet - Maroon - FULLY PAID!
2. icycold - Kindle Leather Cover with Light Pink + Official US Military Replacement Backpack Pack Snap Buckle Set + Amazon Kindle Wifi Only with Ads
3. darqfyre - Ionic Titanium Sports Bracelet - Gold + Ionic Titanium Sports Bracelet - Pink + 2 x 6 Foot Long USB Data Sync Cable For iPod, iPhone 2G 3G 3GS, iPad, iPhone 4, All Models Compatible
4. cress - Volkswagen New Beetle 1/18 Red Model Car + Volkswagen New Beetle 1/25 Metallic Red Model Car + Mercedes-Benz SLK350 1/24 Red Mercedes-Benz SLK350 1/24 Red Model Car
5. jslut - Car Ciggarete Lighter Iphone Holder
6. dskit870 - Amazon Kindle Cover 2011 New Updated Design Black


Status Updates :
1. Collecting orders. Orders Open till 11th June TENTATIVELY and will then be placed with Amazon.
2. Payment request sent to all buyers. 9th June 2011.
3. Payment all received, placing order 13th June 2011


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BULK 15 Interest List.
Open for new Interest and Orders.
Deadline for orders 30th June 2011.
* Payment or proof of payment to be in account by PM of 2nd July.
Orders will be placed right after

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Status Updates :

1. Collecting orders. Orders Open till 30th June 2011 TENTATIVELY and will then be placed with Amazon.

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This post has been edited by havocx: Jun 21 2011, 08:42 PM
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post Sep 22 2010, 08:53 PM

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QUOTE(SanosukeSagara @ Sep 22 2010, 06:18 PM)
I will watch this thread closely.. and try not to poison myself further... T_T
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Haha sure thing buddy, too bad im way in too deep. Ill proceed by the 29th September anyway even without anyone joining in smile.gif
This is a bulk that im dedicating specifically to the Kindle.

They may not have the best prices at the moment and that's the reason Im hoping to share the shipping so that it can be lower for everyone.
I really want them. nod.gif

QUOTE(12H4M @ Sep 22 2010, 08:28 PM)
Hey I'm almost 90% interested...but just want to know about the battery maintenance here in Malaysia, I've read a review here AMAZON KINDLE REVIEW that says ( I quote below),

"After a year or two of moderate use, the battery will start to lose its ability to hold a charge...To replace Kindle's battery, you must ship your Kindle to Amazon. Amazon's customer service told me that they ship you back a DIFFERENT kindle (though the same model as yours) with a new battery inside. I really don't like this, at all."

Is there any way we could solve this as they don't ship it to Malaysia so I don't know if they do it for this purpose either... hmm.gif
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Heya buddy, yeah noticed this too, since the shipment's gonna be together with mine, once your's start to lose the charge, mine would too and if Im sending mine Ill get you in too. Besides, Amazon actually do ship to Malaysia just not Kindle. Im sure that for replacement's however since the buyer has purchased and registered the Kindle (say a US citizen now an expat to Malaysia), something happens to the battery, you ship back to them, they would honor shipping back the item to Malaysia, else, Im sure ill still be around in this forum in the next 2 years, ill help you with a US address, if youre worried about me disappearing, hey notice Ive been here since 2003 ? nod.gif

This post has been edited by havocx: Sep 22 2010, 09:00 PM
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post Sep 22 2010, 09:06 PM

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QUOTE(12H4M @ Sep 22 2010, 08:59 PM)
Sounds good so far...err are you intending to get the cover as well? looking at the image above it sure looks really damn thin & fragile.. sweat.gif
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Right now perhaps not, the cover looks to be a little costly too, of course if youre interested I can quote you the price into the shipment too.
My experience of having the iPad at home, even normal covers will suffice, one of the 2 iPads I have runs with just a normal cloth slip on cover. Just like these...

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It goes well in my bag to the office, of course Ive removed any potential hard and sharp objects from my briefcase beforehand.
Same thing I plan to do with the Kindle smile.gif
In case youre wondering, why Kindle when I have the iPad, have you seen the latest Kindle advert ? Where the guy is by the pool or by the beach and cant read on his Tablet ?
Exactly the reason, oh and the 1 month battery life on the single charge. Gotta love that ! smile.gif


This post has been edited by havocx: Sep 22 2010, 09:06 PM
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post Sep 22 2010, 09:32 PM

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QUOTE(12H4M @ Sep 22 2010, 09:17 PM)
Yeah you're right the cheapest cover price from Amazon is almost $35 USD (RM108)...guess I could find some compatible covers here...

I was considering the iPad before Kindle actually and I've heard that reading from the iPad or tablet PCs is almost the same as reading from your PC monitors for long hours...unless if you don't intend on doing the actual "book reading activities" then it's ok I guess..
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Yep, two problems I faced reading the iPad in bed.
Too heavy and even under the lowest brightness its still painful to the eyes for long reading hours during the night.
A lot my colleagues experience having both the iPad, iPhone and Kindle and using it for reading all were unanimous that the Kindle is the runaway winner for reading.

QUOTE(Kal-el @ Sep 22 2010, 09:22 PM)
justt 1 question, why so expensive? amazon write 139$ USD, convert here also abut RM450.
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Excellent question to which I know would come up, perhaps I sadly was not able to explain much in my earlier description.
Im hiding nothing smile.gif Youre right its only USD 139 and shipping to any US location is Free, so shipping to my US colleagues address is free.

Trouble starts when I wanted to get them in to Malaysia, to ensure that they get here safe only Fedex or DHL was the only option. (Super Reliable and Safest but also not so cheap)
Secondly, insurance, duties and taxes needed to be paid in the US for it. ( Another Hurdle, something that cannot be avoided in the US)

Finally as mentioned shipping is calculated either by weight or volumetric weight whichever is higher.
For my 2 Kindle's already there at my colleagues house the volumetric weight for them is 1.89 kg, heavy when you calculate Kindle is only 248grams!
There could also be a chance for Customs Tax once it drops in to Malaysia.

Hence my offer for Bulk.
The more folks we have the lower the final charges, sharing the cost. I dont believe it will be more than RM700.
If its cheaper Ill definitely return the difference, Im not here to make money out of shipping smile.gif

If you look for them in eBay, you'll find they run for more than Im offering wink.gif
I may not be able to match the Full Time Bulk Orders from this site but Im hoping to be able to.
At least for mine, the wait time is shorter and its specific only to Kindle 3 Wifi Only notworthy.gif

This post has been edited by havocx: Sep 22 2010, 09:36 PM
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post Sep 22 2010, 10:12 PM

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QUOTE(Kal-el @ Sep 22 2010, 09:39 PM)
ok im interested. tell me what to do next smile.gif

any info about the cover for this product?
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Sure thing buddy, ill PM you my details ie Banking account, name and contact details.
Ill then wait for your payment.
On the 29th Ill proceed with the order from Amazon.
Item should be sent to my colleagues house in 3 working days. From there its about 6 working days to reach our Kampung smile.gif
Ill then proceed to courier the item or to arrange COD with your kindself.

For the cover, im not really sure what youre looking for? If its insurance cover, thats going to be in the shipping charges.
For actual cover for the item, youve seen what I use.
If you would like the cover from Amazon, that will be fine too, just choose the cover you like and let me know, ill quote you the final price in RM. wink.gif
They will come in the same shipment.


QUOTE(12H4M @ Sep 22 2010, 09:39 PM)
Once arrived here, what courier service you're using to send to the buyer's home address?...I don't know if Poslaju is that reliable though as they will be sent by the normal postman on his motorbike here (Perak)...can't imagine what the Kindle will go through... sweat.gif
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No way im using Poslaju. (No offense abang posmen)
Im planning to use either CityLink, Kangaroo Express or Nationwide Courier to send the item over. Else Im going to go with Fedex and DHL.
At least they have a better insurance coverage and more reliable.

Also actually if by Perak you mean Ipoh, we can even COD ! smile.gif My hometown's Ipoh and I may drop by with the shipment. thumbup.gif


This post has been edited by havocx: Sep 22 2010, 10:27 PM
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post Sep 22 2010, 11:32 PM

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QUOTE(12H4M @ Sep 22 2010, 11:10 PM)
Sure we can arrange something for the COD...well I guess you can put my name as well (pending payment)...and pls PM me the details!
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Thanks buddy, let me know in advance your prefered COD location, for COD's we might even get to lower the final cost!
Let me know if you have any further queries.
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post Sep 25 2010, 09:49 AM

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QUOTE(Kal-el @ Sep 24 2010, 11:15 PM)
Thanks for the kindle screenshot update.
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heya Kal-el, no problems. just wanted to update ya on the status of the order. smile.gif
At this time order has been placed and its awaitimg for Amazon to ship it over.
Itll join my shipment thats already there, as promised im only looking to share the shipping costs,
no hidden charges smile.gif

Once everything gets finalised and is in Malaysia, im sure that it will turn out to be even less than RM700 and balance returned over back to ya. thumbup.gif

There's still time for extra orders smile.gif !
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post Sep 25 2010, 04:15 PM

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QUOTE(12H4M @ Sep 25 2010, 11:20 AM)
Well for me I don't mind spending a bit more as long as my purchase arrived in good quality as expected..no use paying lesser price only to find out the recurring charges for maintenance, bad quality etc...just my 2 cents.. icon_rolleyes.gif
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QUOTE(Kal-el @ Sep 25 2010, 01:57 PM)
me too
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Thanks for your comments guys. As you know, I have an interest in this bulk too, so of course getting it the cheapest for all of us is my aim.
Say, I was doing some research on Kindle Casings. Here's a link that you guys may be interested in.
How To Pick Kindle Case.
Im planning to only use the normal Neoprene case for my Kindle, perhaps getting a screen protector for it as my only protection after reading that
out. I think I should be able to get them over to you guys too smile.gif
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post Sep 26 2010, 10:10 AM

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QUOTE(Kal-el @ Sep 25 2010, 07:44 PM)
can show us the neoprene case and the screen protector?

and will the screen protector disrupt our reading ability?
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Haha actually, there's a lot of sample. One of them shown below

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These are expensive though, about USD 34 each. I thought of using the Neoprene case that im also using for my Ipad. An easy way to imagine them is the easy slip on cover, a sleeve if you must. There are many neoprene sleeves to choose from. They all offer strong protection due to the strength of the neoprene fabric. But few are made to fit the Kindle 3 quite so well, doesnt matter, a 7" sleeve or 10" will do just fine. Even though there is no zipper the device is held so tightly that you never feel any likelihood of it falling free. The Kindle only comes out when you want it to. But the lack of zipper also makes the whole thing super easy, slip your Reader in and out without any fuss.

For the screen protector, im sure it will not disrupt our reading ability, havent had one yet myself to test and confirm though, still awaiting for this shipment in smile.gif

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post Sep 27 2010, 12:27 PM

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QUOTE(Kal-el @ Sep 26 2010, 11:29 PM)
i feel ipad sleeve or covers are a little too big for Kindle 3.

these sleeve/case looks quite good by Case Logic

http://www.caselogic.com/sony_pocket_editi...ductid=10019260

http://www.caselogic.com/kindle_dx_trade_c...ductid=10026485
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Erm, these ones you pointed are actually larger than the 6" Kindle. laugh.gif
They are about iPad sizes too heh smile.gif But if you want I could order them in too!
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post Sep 28 2010, 12:12 AM

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QUOTE(microsun2000 @ Sep 27 2010, 09:16 PM)
Hi, I would like to order two units of the item. I wonder if i can pay you half 1st and once the items reach malaysia then I pay you full amount?
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Heya buddy, I may be open to that suggestion, but lets work it via PM.
Remember Im not doing this for profit but to cut my shipping charges and wait time to bring it in to Malaysia, for some bulk,
I will have to rely on other materials being collected and only once everyone makes payment will they start to ship in.
This Kindle Bulk is just the Kindle's and any other items that you might wanna get at the same time from Amazon.

Since Im not trying to make a profit, Ill try my best to accomodate your request.

QUOTE(ckyongs @ Sep 27 2010, 09:49 PM)
please pm me details for payment  - 1 unit Kindle 3 wifi.
thx.
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Thanks for your interest sir nod.gif
Ive sent you the details via PM, let me know if you're good. Also, get well soon!

Promised some Status Update Right after Amazon Updates me. 2 other orders well on its way to US address!
See the difference from the first status update photo smile.gif

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post Sep 28 2010, 09:13 PM

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QUOTE(12H4M @ Sep 28 2010, 07:39 PM)
I'm considering this Belkin case for my Kindle...Belkin Neoprene Kindle Case  cool2.gif

Oh I forgot to ask about the power adapter, do I need to buy the UK spec (3 pins) for it?...I read that the order comes with a US version (doesn't fit here in M'sia)...
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As per your PM, ill add the Belkin Neoprene Kindle Case order in smile.gif
For the power adapter dont worry too much about it, Kindle can be charged 2 ways, via direct power (no need of transformer) using its US plug or USB. US plug, you just need to get the adapter, about RM3.
No need to spend on getting a full blown power transformer or better yet, get a Plug head that can charge USB, and carry that along, that way while on the move you can plug the USB to
say car adapter, or a normal laptop for power.

BUT, why worry ? smile.gif Kindle lasts about a month on a full single charge without Wifi. Amazing huh ! drool.gif


QUOTE(Darqfyre @ Sep 28 2010, 08:08 PM)
Delicious leather cases but oh so expensive....
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12H4M was looking at Neoprene cases bro unless of course its you having the expensive tastes heh notworthy.gif
Thanks for your order!
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post Sep 29 2010, 09:33 AM

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QUOTE(Kal-el @ Sep 28 2010, 10:51 PM)
eh, that case is for the old kindle, u sure that is the case with the best fitting for kindle 3?

Added on September 28, 2010, 10:57 pmAnd also, you guys wanna get this protective screen cover? 99cents smile.gif

http://www.amazon.com/CrazyOnDigital-Gener...5685595&sr=1-12
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Hmm that screen cover looks okay, plus im sure we wont be able to find any similar sizes here. Its cheap too at 99cents,
only shipping's a bomb for it even within US, USD 2.94 for a 99cents product. I guess though if all of us want it,
I could combine all the 99cents and share the shipping for the USD 2.94.

Let me know via PM if you're up for it.


QUOTE(12H4M @ Sep 29 2010, 02:20 AM)
I know but based on some of the users' review it does a good job for Kindle 3!...as long as you don't require a snug fit case & use it only for protection & mobility then I think it's ok...you can read some of the reviews here: Customer Reviews
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Good choice 12H4M, it looks to be the cheapest amongst the lot by Amazon anyway smile.gif
Else, you might wanna consider this, Kindle 3 Accesory Kit,
\it comes with the case, screen protector, car charger, and US protector plug. Any extra accesories order let me know before lunch
30th September 2010 okie. (Ill finalise placing orders then.)
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post Sep 29 2010, 07:24 PM

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QUOTE(praetorian @ Sep 29 2010, 06:04 PM)
Hi,
   May I know what different type of ebook formats the kindle can read? Thanks in advance.
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Kindle is compatible with a few file types. Most files have to be converted. Amazon provides you two ways to convert your files: you can either send attachments wirelessly to the device’s personal e-mail address, which will cost you $.10 per attachment or you can send them to a “free” Kindle e-mail address that you access via your Windows or Mac OS computer and then transfer the converted files to your Kindle manually via USB.

The original Kindle supported only unprotected Mobipocket books (MOBI, PRC), plain text files (TXT), Topaz format books (TPZ), and Amazon's proprietary DRM-restricted format (AZW). Version 2.3 firmware upgrade for Kindle 2 (U.S. and International) added native Portable Document Format (PDF) support.Earlier versions did not fully support PDF, but Amazon provided "experimental" conversion to the native AZW format,with the caveat that not all PDFs may format correctly.It does not support the EPUB ebook standard. Amazon offers an email-based service that will convert JPEG, GIF, PNG and BMP graphics to AZW.Amazon will also convert HTML pages and Microsoft Word (DOC) documents through the same email-based mechanism, which will send a Kindle-formatted file to the device directly for $0.15 per MB or to a personal e-mail account for free. These services can be accessed by sending emails to <kindleusername>@kindle.com and to <kindleusername>@free.kindle.com for Whispernet-delivered and free email-delivered file conversion, respectively, but these are services available just for those who bought a real Kindle device, not available for those who just own the digital Kindle application (iPhone, iPad, etc.). The file that the user wants to be converted needs to be attached to these emails. Users could also convert PDF and other files to the first-generation Kindle's supported formats using third-party software. The original Kindle supported audio in the form of MP3s and Audible audiobooks (versions 2, 3 and 4), which had to be transferred to the Kindle via USB or on an SD card. However there is software available (e.g. Calibre) which can convert a non-DRM EPUB file into the Kindle Format.

A book may be downloaded from Amazon to a limited number of devices at the same time. The limit ranges from one to six devices, depending on an undisclosed number of licenses set by the book publisher. When the limit is reached, the users have to unregister some devices in the Manage Your Kindle page in order to add new device.

In short in can actually read a variety of formats if you readily convert them to be readable by Kindle. Thus original format readable is .mobi . prc .txt .tpz .azw .pdf. Using the converter however more various ebooks are readable by the Kindle. Supported Formats for Conversion

In addition to the file formats listed above, you can also convert other personal documents to read on your Kindle. The supported file formats are listed below:

• Microsoft Word (.DOC) • Structured HTML (.HTML, .HTM) • JPEG (.JPEG, .JPG) • GIF (.GIF) • PNG (.PNG) • BMP (.BMP) • Compressed ZIP (.ZIP)


QUOTE(Kal-el @ Sep 29 2010, 06:51 PM)
simple google search will give you the answer you need

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amazon_Kindle#File_formats
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QUOTE(praetorian @ Sep 29 2010, 06:04 PM)
Hi,
  May I know what different type of ebook formats the kindle can read? Thanks in advance.
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Kindle is compatible with a few file types. Most files have to be converted. Amazon provides you two ways to convert your files: you can either send attachments wirelessly to the device’s personal e-mail address, which will cost you $.10 per attachment or you can send them to a “free” Kindle e-mail address that you access via your Windows or Mac OS computer and then transfer the converted files to your Kindle manually via USB.

The original Kindle supported only unprotected Mobipocket books (MOBI, PRC), plain text files (TXT), Topaz format books (TPZ), and Amazon's proprietary DRM-restricted format (AZW). Version 2.3 firmware upgrade for Kindle 2 (U.S. and International) added native Portable Document Format (PDF) support.Earlier versions did not fully support PDF, but Amazon provided "experimental" conversion to the native AZW format,with the caveat that not all PDFs may format correctly.It does not support the EPUB ebook standard. Amazon offers an email-based service that will convert JPEG, GIF, PNG and BMP graphics to AZW.Amazon will also convert HTML pages and Microsoft Word (DOC) documents through the same email-based mechanism, which will send a Kindle-formatted file to the device directly for $0.15 per MB or to a personal e-mail account for free. These services can be accessed by sending emails to <kindleusername>@kindle.com and to <kindleusername>@free.kindle.com for Whispernet-delivered and free email-delivered file conversion, respectively, but these are services available just for those who bought a real Kindle device, not available for those who just own the digital Kindle application (iPhone, iPad, etc.). The file that the user wants to be converted needs to be attached to these emails. Users could also convert PDF and other files to the first-generation Kindle's supported formats using third-party software. The original Kindle supported audio in the form of MP3s and Audible audiobooks (versions 2, 3 and 4), which had to be transferred to the Kindle via USB or on an SD card. However there is software available (e.g. Calibre) which can convert a non-DRM EPUB file into the Kindle Format.

A book may be downloaded from Amazon to a limited number of devices at the same time. The limit ranges from one to six devices, depending on an undisclosed number of licenses set by the book publisher. When the limit is reached, the users have to unregister some devices in the Manage Your Kindle page in order to add new device.

In short in can actually read a variety of formats if you readily convert them to be readable by Kindle. Thus original format readable is .mobi . prc .txt .tpz .azw .pdf. Using the converter however more various ebooks are readable by the Kindle. Supported Formats for Conversion

In addition to the file formats listed above, you can also convert other personal documents to read on your Kindle. The supported file formats are listed below:

• Microsoft Word (.DOC) • Structured HTML (.HTML, .HTM) • JPEG (.JPEG, .JPG) • GIF (.GIF) • PNG (.PNG) • BMP (.BMP) • Compressed ZIP (.ZIP)


QUOTE(Kal-el @ Sep 29 2010, 06:51 PM)
simple google search will give you the answer you need

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amazon_Kindle#File_formats
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Or hehe...even better do what Kal-El says smile.gif


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post Sep 30 2010, 08:24 AM

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Updated latest buyer and also updated the amount paid to me on the main thread. Makes it easier for both you and me smile.gif

On another happier note 12H4M + Kal-El, just to let you know, your items have just reached not too long ago at my US contact's address. Ill start placing the finalised orders thats still remaining and its just a wee bit more till we all get our Kindle's! rclxms.gif
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QUOTE(Kal-el @ Sep 30 2010, 12:52 PM)
So what time does the bulk officially closes?
me too

Added on September 30, 2010, 12:52 pmSo what time does the bulk officially closes?
me too
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Bulk is officially closed smile.gif Ill accept any future orders though..but I wont be taking any payments till this bulk completes. Will update everyone by late tonight, Im contactable via all the contacts Ive PMed you with, as you can see, there's multiple ways of reaching me nod.gif .
Let me know if you guys need any further updates, Ill off course keep this thread still alive with updates until you all get your stuff.
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QUOTE(Kal-el @ Sep 30 2010, 08:51 PM)
it seems everybody went for graphite haha
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Haha yep! It is the one that is also the earliest to run out of stock. Whilst there might be thousands of folks in the US running around with them, i guess its perhaps safe to say we're one of the few in Malaysia at this time to first have them units, with ailinchia the first person in that I know of around having the very first 3G Kindle notworthy.gif

Guys, sorry Ive yet to upload the shipment status, went back home from office only 1am yesterday and already in the office today at 6.30am. Ive got back to back meetings. Ill follow through later tonight. Just so everyone is updated, all the accesories except the Belkin covers have been shipped out by Amazon Partners to my US address. Amazon's orders been placed but they usually take a little while longer to work the items out.

Itll be soon when we get our stuff icon_rolleyes.gif
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QUOTE(ckyongs @ Oct 1 2010, 10:06 AM)
it does takes a lot of time to process a bulk... thank you so very very much. rclxms.gif
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Thank you sir! In fact I did it as a bulk not for a quick buck but to share the shipping prices, so we get the Kindle at a fairer price that what you would ridiculously need to pay otherwise nod.gif
In any case, Ive finally found a way to capture clearly all the status so you guys can see. From the bottom, will be my first order, followed by the subsequent orders.
As you can see the latest the Kindle will make its way to my colleagues house is October 14th sad.gif
But that's just a rough estimate, Im sure itll reach earlier, in any case, as promised you'll be updated of course flex.gif

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Update : wildquest just joined this bulk. Not to hold up the bulk, wildquest has gone for an expedited shipping option so the Kindle chosen will
reach earlier or at the same time the other Kindle's will reach. Updated the status in Post 1.

Sorry for the apparent silence folks, the days have been tiring with me reaching office by 7am and only leaving 11pm the whole of this week.
Today, made the mistake of drinking coffee at 10pm and now am having trouble sleeping doh.gif


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Folks,
Great News! All the Kindle orders have been shipped out yesterday by my colleague in the US after getting the final batch of Kindle's on Monday 11th October. The Kindle's have been securely packed and bubble wrapped amongst the accessories ordered as well. Being shipped in via DHL with Insurance cover on the all the Kindle's. Coming soon folks!
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