I read books on mine, browse TBR on it (but watch those auto-correcting words - a feature you can turn off) - I even have Sirius/XM downloaded on it.. I have a friend with an IPad and she has the kindle Ap downloaded and I have the ap on my computer - but never use it since I have the real thing. Love being able to throw it into my purse when I have a doctor appt, can read in bed in low light, and yep, can read it outdoors. Love the ease of downloading a book in seconds.