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            With Christmas rolling around the corner, I have been gathering up request from close friends and family in terms of what they want this year.  A very dear and close friend of mine is wanting a Kindle this year.  To be perfectly honest, I really do not know what this is or what it does.  As such, I am needing guidance and help on choosing a good one from a  reputable company.  Since I am on a tight budge, I am hoping to find a nice quality Kindle for $100 or less.  If I must pay more than $100, then, that is fine because it is a  Christmas present for a very special friend.  

             Thanks so much in advance for any attention given to this request.  I will look forward to reviewing any information provided within this post.  

              George
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         Thank you so much for the detailed information and resourceful links.  In an attempt to answer your question with respect to exactly what she will be using it for, I went back and reviewed the email.  She wants a model which will allow her to read books and watch movies.
Will the last link provided, http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00CU0NSCU/ref=fs_jw for a
Kindle Fire HD be the one of most interest to her?

          George
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Hello and Good Morning Everyone,

             Thanks so much for the resourceful links provided in addition to the critique given for each model.  Since I have very limited knowledge and certainly experience with tablets, the extra information given is certainly a plus when deciding upon the right purchase.  

              In order to stay consistent with what my friend specifically requested for in terms of a Christmas present, I went ahead and ordered the Kindle Fire HD from Amazon.  Even though the a cover for it was offered during the purchase, I declined on that offer because I felt it was just an optional accessory as opposed to a necessary one.  Now that I am thinking about it, is the cover necessary for the Kindle Fire HD?  If so, could someone provide a link to purchase the exact one to order given the detailed information contained within http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00CU0NSCU/ref=fs_jw  ?    I want to make sure to get any extras which are necessary.  Hopefully, it will be fine without the cover.  

               At any rate, if someone could provide some input upon whether the cover is necessary for the Kindle Fire HD, it will be greatly appreciated.  

               Thank you

               George
The HD has a back-lit display, so you don't need a lighted cover for it.
A cover can help protect the tablet, but it isn't required.  The Kindle HD will work fine without one.  And covers can be a bit of a personal preference too.  For instance, I prefer a case, to a cover because I feel the cover is bulky to hold, but my mom prefers a cover because it is attached to the Kindle and easier to keep track of.  Some people don't use covers at all.

There are many different types. And it might be better if she picks out her own cover.
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Hi Everyone,

              I greatly appreciate the closing comments given regarding my concerns surrounding a cover for the Kindle Fire HD.  Since the cover is not really required and can potentially be undesireable, I will just leave everything as it is with respect to my purchase.  

               Thanks so much once again for the great suggestions and tips given here.

               George