The Best Kindle Tips and Tricks

<p>If you read the Kindle DX reviews, its more or less a mixed bag.  Most people either embrace the idea or think it's one of the stupider things technology has produced.  For those who have to buy the Kindle reader, it appears they have had an epiphany. This little device is beyond another gee whiz toy. It actually does what technology is supposed to do which is made our lives easier.      </p><p>Here are the best Kindle tips and tricks to take advantage of all this device has to offer.</p><p><strong>On and Off</strong>-No more bookmarks, it automatically keeps your place.<strong></p><p>Convenience</strong>-throw it in your tote and take off.  This is great if you want to find that perfect spot for a good read of if you spend a lot of time waiting.......appointments, kids, etc. Plus the Kindle store has 7000 eBooks that are free and this is growing everyday.</p><p><strong>Clock</strong>-What time is it? Original Kindle use ALT+T, Kindle2 and Kindle DX -enter "@time" and hit enter in the search box.  You get both the date and time.  </p><p><strong>Instant Audiobooks</strong>- a great app for the 2nd generation Kindle is a text reader that reads the book to you.  Choose female or male voices and also switch between listening and reading. This app is not supported by all publishers and is not as polished as the professionally done audios.</p><p>Quick Reference Guide to Shortcuts for Kindle DX-a few highlights</p><p><ul> <li>            Alt+B-bookmark a page</li>
<li>            Alt+F-go to next track</li>
<li>            Alt+Space Bar-Play background music</li>
<li>            Press Spacebar to start or stop playing audiobooks</li>
<li>            Shift-the UP arrow+ Symbol_the SYM key-Starts or Stops the Read To Me feature-text to speech. You can resume of pause TTS also by pressing the Spacebar</li>
<li>             Alt+Shift+G-takes a screenshot of the currently displayed screen.</li>
<li>             Alt+Shift+M -takes you to Minesweeper. To go to Gomuku, then press G</li>
<li>             Alt+Shift+O-In picture viewer, this saves the current picture as a screensaver.</li></ul></p><p>Faye Herl writes about <a target="_new" href="http://thewifireports01.wordpress.com" rel="nofollow">Kindle Tips and Tricks</a> at <a target="_new" href="http://thewifireports01.wordpress.com/" rel="nofollow">http://thewifireports01.wordpress.com/</a></p>

Why Use a Platform Bed?

<p>The use of platform bed is not entirely new in the market. However, the look of platform beds today has changed since it was first introduced. While the same benefits of using platform beds remain, a lot of new advantages are added because of the modern technology used in furniture making today. For this reason, the use of platform beds will surely suit your refined tastes as well. <p> Design <p> Along with the modern technology is the contemporary look that platform beds get. Most platform beds have simpler lines so it’s quite easy to mix and match with your current furniture in the bedroom. It also comes in various different finishes and colors so you can easily find the bed that matches exactly with your room’s color scheme. You can go classic and you can go multi-colored. <p> While other bed styles easily fill the room, a platform bed is built low and flat. So even if the bed is actually king sized, this makes the bedroom appear to be spacious. Platform beds are now widely available in the market. So you have the choice of simply purchasing the bed or a bedroom set that includes a platform bed. <p> Durability <p> Again, the new technology in furniture making allows this type of bed to be more durable. With fewer joints, there is a lesser need for bolts and screws. There would be fewer components to come loose in the future. Since platform beds are low less support is needed so there are less chances of bending or sagging as well. These features contribute to the durability of the beds. <p> Of course, there are various levels of quality in bed and furniture making. The quality of one brand could differ widely to the next brand. Prices could also vary widely in the market. So when purchasing the beds and other bedroom furniture, you have to balance the quality and price you are willing to pay. <p> Eco-Friendly <p> Most furniture nowadays also support green furniture making. This is quite important with the way the whole planet is experiencing adverse effects brought about by the abuse of nature. If you choose to purchase such brands, you will not only be purchasing functional beds but you will be providing a great look without compromising the environment. What’s even better is if you choose well you will get quality beds as well. Your money would well-spent and you will enjoy the comfort and beauty of your entire room too. <p> <p> Jennifer McGlore <br><a href="http://www.modani.com/store/beds-19/">Bedroom Furniture</a> <p> <p></p>