We are twidles, so let's get them kindles

We are now called Twidle (well, not yet officially). So it makes perfect sense to get the Kindle. Twidle Kindle. :D

Kindle is an electronic book from Amazon who foresees it as a "new way for people to read textbooks, newspapers and documents"and "a step in the direction of a long-dreamed-of “paperless society.” It costs US$489 now (but I am sure it will be more affordable in due time). At the moment, it is still a pilot project and Amazon reports that University of Virginia will begin testing the device with students later this year.

I can't see now what new pedagogy this new gadget will afford. At face value it serves only to access content subscribed from print distributors and newpapers. For collaboration 24/7, you still need another computing device like a notebook if you are going for Kindle. Well I could be wrong. The project is still at its early stage. There could be more features that requires test bedding before they are officially announced to the public.

Let's see what comes out about Kindle in the next few months.