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When using the Kindle overseas, it requires a bit of planning. The reader will want to make sure he has completed the registration process and linked a US credit card to his Amazon payment account. This will ensure that Amazon knows that you are a US user.
While still in the US, you should register and prepare the device before your trip. The registration process and downloading of eBooks worked perfectly in the States. You can even sign up for magazine subscriptions.
In Japan, there is a concenr that the device would not work as Japan is famous for being the island where outside cell phones refuse to work. Travelers to Japan routinely find that their 'Worldwide' GSM phones will not work at all. However, the Kindle DX worked just fine in Japan.
However, using the Kindle overseas is certainly not free. There are additional charges that may apply. Amazon has provided alternate methods, which are discussed below to allow you to download your Kindle content without using the 3G Whispernet.
International Service Fees for U.S. Customers
Kindle DX (Free 3G) readers from the United States can travel internationally and still download books in less than 60 seconds. Customers have the option to wirelessly receive periodicals and personal documents via Whispernet for a fee or transfer files from their computer for free.
International Subscription Service:
You can receive all of your newspaper, magazine, and blog subscription content via Whispernet for a weekly fee of just $4.99.
International Personal Document Service
Transfer personal documents to your Kindle via Whispernet for $.99 per megabyte (rounded up to the next whole megabyte). For more information about transferring personal files to your Kindle, see the Transferring, Downloading, and Sending Files to Kindle Help page."
When you are abroad at least you can still browse the Kindle store for free.
To avoid the extra charges, it is necessary to shop for eBooks via your regular computer, select them for purchase, and then download them for transfer to the Kindle via the USB connection. That really cut down on impulse purchases via the Kindle Store.
In certain parts of the USA it is necessary to use your computer and USB connection to download eBooks to the Kindle.
There are no problems with the Power Supply, because the Kindle's Power Adaptor can take anywhere from 100 Volts AC to 240 Volts AC. Note that this model only comes with a US style plug. Adaptors for other parts of the world will need to be purchased separately. It can also be charged using the USB connector.
All in all travelling with your Kindle will be a good thing as it is light and easy to drop into a purse or bag. It is convenient to use and takes the place of piles of books.
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Megan Sara Jones is the author of four Ebooks published on Amazon. For more information on this article, or all things connected with Kindle readers or Ebooks please visit Everything Kindle.
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