Amazon to bundle print and digital books

[peteyt]

Amazon is preparing to bundle digital and physical print copies of books together, similar to how it allows people who have bought CDs on Amazon to also get digital copies via the site.

This will only be available originally in the US, with the books available for either cheaper or in some instances free. The plan is that it will bridge the gap between the digital and print industries and allow those unsure about digital print to get the best of both worlds.

What do people think? I think it's quite a nice idea. I prefer actual physically printed books but some of what I am currently reading book wise are quite big, awkward to carry around. If I had the ability to read on for example a break at work if I was alone it would be quite handy.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-23953258

[iBlueBox]

Good! I much prefer printed books, but it would be great to have digital versions as well,

It's kind of similar when you buy blu rays now, you normally get a digital version as well.

[wixard]

ugh yes i would love for this to happen, i love building my bookshelf but then i also would much prefer to read on my kindle!

[Kardan]

I don't have a digital reading device, so wouldn't be much use to me - but it's a great idea!

[Shar]

That would be great, especially for big bulky textbooks that you wouldn't want to carry around everywhere but it's nice having a physical copy of.

[Catchy]

ugh yes i would love for this to happen, i love building my bookshelf but then i also would much prefer to read on my kindle!


lmaooo you and that bloody book shelf!!!

[wixard]

I LIKE LOOKING SMART AND SOPHISTICATED OKAY

[samsaBEAR]

I'd probably invest in a Kindle if/when this comes over here. I love books, but fitting them in my bag with gym/work stuff is pretty annoying.