The New York Times

The New York Times is dedicated to providing news coverage of exceptional depth and breadth, as well as opinion that is thoughtful and stimulating. Widely quoted, and often hotly debated, The New York Times is held by its readers to the highest of standards and continues to be regarded by many as the nation’s pre-eminent newspaper. The New York Times has earned an unprecedented 94 Pulitzer Prizes, far more than any other newspaper. A global news staff covers a wide range of interests: from world, national and New York issues to business, culture, science, religion, travel, style, food, sports, health and home. In addition to outside contributors, the editorials page features The New York Times’ own team of award-winning columnists: David Brooks, Maureen Dowd, Thomas L. Friedman, Bob Herbert, Nicholas D. Kristof, Paul Krugman, Frank Rich and John Tierney.

The Kindle Edition of The New York Times contains articles found in the print edition, but will not include some images and tables. Also, some features such as the crossword puzzle, box scores and classifieds are not currently available. For your convenience, issues are automatically delivered wirelessly to your Kindle at 5:00 AM on the weekdays and 5:30 AM on weekends New York City local time.

User Ratings and Reviews

5 Stars tips & peeves
re: kindle storefront access to reviews. Kindle2 crashes, your review goes poof! Want to read the latest of 50 pages of reviews? It takes well over a minute to get there. No typing 50 enter. Re: science times on wednesday? its just like the newsstand. if tuesday edition is sold out you cant read the science section. To cancel subscription click Home type manage your kindle select google click on the amazon page sign in and do next page to find your nytimes subscription. Saving now so it dont go poof…

1 Star Irresponsible jornalism and stale ideas
The NYT is way over-rated. Just a few examples. On their first page, they talked about saving the nation’s energy by painting roofs white. Any white paint? No, special white paint from government labs! It turns out any old white paint will do, that a government program is not necesaary, but the NYT did not say so. Irresponsible. In the area of health reporting, Pope wrote a silly article about a Dr. Kesler’s book about food. She did not mention that, as head of the FDA, he was engaged in running battles with vitamin and food manufacturers for years. Many of these battles he lost in the courts, which is now why we can use aspirin for heart treatment, which is just as good as the expensive biotech drugs the FDA was touting. Uncritical and irresponsible reporting. A dereliction of the journalist’s duty.

And what about the economists like Krugman who don’t have a clue about how to save the nation’s economy. Yet they pontificate in those pages.

If you are a times reader, i encourage you to find better sources.

Later…

To continue this rant, I posted a comment on the NYT website in response to an article. My tone was reserved and systematic. The subject was the blocking of medical innovation by the medical bureaucracy and government. (FDA) GUESS WHAT? tHE COMMENT WAS ERASED. They evidently censor comments they don’t agree with, or that may offend their advertisers. Is this the kind of society you want? You may not agree with me, but do you want to shut up those you disagree with? Hint: You could be next.

So my objections to the NYT are ethical and moral. Unfortunately, they have become government hacks rather than responsible journalists.

5 Stars Loving NYT on Kindle
Recently developed NYT habit. Kindle makes NYT affordable and I do not have to bother about recycling. I do not miss the ads and have not faced any issues with delivery.

5 Stars I am so surprised by how much I like it
First, anyone interested in the Kindle version of the NYT should download a current issue to see for themselves. I found that the comments about pictures, graphs, etc. were no longer true. Technology is always changing and the product improves.

I had a paper subscription for 20 years and now I am addicted to the Kindle version. I never enjoyed the on-line version of the paper (no matter which format I tried) although I do read the Boston Globe on-line, and I am on the computer all day long for work. Annoying things about the paper version go away with the Kindle. (1) no interrupted stories that continue on a different page (which I often lose track of). (2) I can read the Kindle at breakfast AND have my family next to me as opposed to taking up half of the breakfast table with the paper. (3) I can start reading the paper in bed when I am too lazy to get up (4) no dirty ink on my hands (5)no fetching in the rain and (6) no recycling!

It is with me wherever I go – especially vacation. And, I can still read the Sunday edition curled up on a comfy chair with my coffee.

Also, I scroll through the NYT using the method that shows one article at a time (typically), and I can quickly read the headline and/or the first couple of sentences to decide if I want to read more. (you can also do the headline version, too) This is a much more mellow way to read than being bombarded by info overload (online or not). I find myself wanting to read more which is fine because I can always bring my Kindle with me wherever I go. I would estimate that I read twice as many articles now. Especially sports articles.

I was worried that I would miss out on the more visual sections (Styles, Home), but that has not been the case. I would, of course, like more pictures, but I am pleased with what I see.

4 Stars Suggested alternatives to complete edition
Receiving the NYT daily is overwhelming for many people. Many of those people would be attracted to a weekly kindle copy of the newspaper’s “Week in Review.” An even bigger attraction would be the “Week in Review” and the book review. I know that I would go for that.

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USA TODAY

USA TODAY is the nation’s top selling newspaper, offering the latest in news, business, sports, entertainment and lifestyle stories. USA TODAY presents the most relevant and significant stories of the day, concisely edited and presented in a style that is engaging and inclusive. Readers rely on Personal Finance columnists John Waggoner and Sandra Block to deliver insight, advice and tools to manage in a challenging economy. USA TODAY’s Entertainment coverage keeps readers on the inside with a expanding variety of movie, TV and celebrity exclusives and daily reviews of the best in entertainment. From world news to the daily Sports report, USA TODAY provides 3.6 million readers with the news and information they need to manage and enjoy their busy lives.

The Kindle Edition of USA TODAY contains most articles found in the print edition, but will not include all images. For your convenience, issues are automatically delivered wirelessly to your Kindle starting at 5:00 AM Washington DC local time. Please note that The Wall Street Journal publishes only Monday through Friday.p

User Ratings and Reviews

5 Stars Awesome Product — Terrible Value
I cannot justify spending ~$10/month for a subscription fee for ubiquitous publications. The Kindle is great. The download is great. The print media is great. But really. I have the internet all day. I have copies of various mags and papers laying on tables and chairs at the cafeteria, most offices, the airport, and even Jiffy Lube. I have a web browser on my phone for small print in color. I could not possibly read even 10% of what they publish. Why would I pay $10 a month to get a b&w small screen view of just one publication that I can already look at anywhere anytime anyway? I’d be willing to buy a pick-5 bundle with USAToday, WSJ, NYTimes, LATimes, and IBD if I could put an easy annual scrip fee onto an automatic credit card payment. That would be worth $10. I’d pay $25. I probably would not pay more. Because why?

5 Stars Love it!
Not exactly sure what people were expecting. But I love the Kindle version of USA Today.

Sure, it’s not color, but is is very well laid out and extremely convenient.

You open to the headlines, can jump to the front page or other sections of the paper with ease, and can even search on content. What’s not to like???

3 Stars Way over priced but not too bad.
This Kindle paper is way over priced, and it would be cheaper to buy it outright or subscribe and get the discount they offer. I will say that if you don’t mind spending the money then this is a very good read for the Kindle. It has everything I normally read and more. I am going to stop my trial version and wait to see if the price ever comes down.

1 Star frustratedly yours
please halt delivery of usa to my kindle. you have made it@virtually @ mpossible to do this..and it certainly has tarnished the image of the kindle and usa today.

3 Stars CANCEL SUBSCRIPTION
I want to cancel my subscription to U.S.A Today.

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The Economist

The Economist is the premier source for the analysis of world business and current affairs, providing authoritative insight and opinion on international news, world politics, business, finance, science and technology, as well as overviews of cultural trends and regular Special reports on industries and countries.

Established in 1843 to campaign against the protectionist corn laws, The Economist remains, in the second half of its second century, true to the liberal principles of its founder. James Wilson, a hat maker from the small Scottish town of Hawick, believed in free trade, internationalism and minimum interference by government, especially in the affairs of the market. The Economist also takes a fiercely independent stance on social issues, from gay marriage to the legalisation of drugs, but its main service to its readers is as a global newspaper: To uncover new ideas from all around the world.

The Kindle Edition of The Economist contains all of the articles and graphics found in the print edition, but will not include all photos. For your convenience, issues are auto-delivered wirelessly to your Kindle each Friday at the same time the print edition hits the newsstand.

User Ratings and Reviews

1 Star Are you joking?
This price is not just ridiculous it’s offensive… It’s “The Economist”, shouldn’t they understand price points a little better than this?!?!

5 Stars THE SAME OLD ECONOMIST – BUT BETTER INTERFACE
Economist has a low star rating because of the high cost (i.e. the same as a regular subscription). The advantage – faster delivery, doesn’t get your hands dirty when reading at poolside wearing sunscreen (this is a huge plus), no adds, good index.

I think that one does not get a cheaper price because Economist looses the adds and also has to pay Amazon. For me, I pay the same and get a better product.

Why should I complain. IT’S GREAT !

1 Star why cant i get this on my UK Kindle???
I received the international Kindle this week. Buyers of the Kindle for UK use should be made aware that, contrary to the advertising:

(1) UK users cannot read blogs

(2) Some key publications cannot be downloaded in the UK e.g. The Economist

(3) Newspaper subscriptions do not download first thing in the morning, when you want to read the paper!

I am happy with the Kindle and its basic use, reading books. BUT i feel cheated that I spend the same money on buying the product as US users but do not get any of the peripheral features and services that US users receive.

I chose the Kindle over Sony because it came with 3G. But whats the point if there is little benefit?!

Amazon, sort it out!

5 Stars Great format
I was skeptical about getting the subscription but find it easier to read from cover to cover without missing any articles in between. Like it better than the print edition and it saves trees:) Thinking of canceling my print subscription

1 Star This is how to kill Kindle
Gettting customers angry with absurd pricing and stingy policies – such as not being able to give a book to your spouse after you’re done.

Good news is competitive readers will exploit your mistakes and the consumer will benefit.

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The Wall Street Journal

Few newspapers enjoy the prestige and authority of The Wall Street Journal. The Wall Street Journal is where America starts its business day. This daily paper publishes the latest in news from the business and finance world. Additionally, it strives to connect current domestic and international news events to business fluctuations and market changes. It also seeks to inform the educated reader about pressing economic changes and evolution. But the Journal covers more than just business. Its weekend edition covers the activities and interests that readers are most passionate about: travel, art, collecting, fashion, wine, sports and entertainment. Notable columnists include James Taranto, Bret Stephens, Homan W. Jenkins, Jr., Daniel Henninger and Mary O’Grady.

The Kindle Edition of The Wall Street Journal contains articles found in the print and online editions, but will not include tables and stock quotes. For your convenience, issues are automatically delivered wirelessly to your Kindle starting at 5:00 AM New York City local time. Please note that The Wall Street Journal publishes only Monday through Saturday.

User Ratings and Reviews

4 Stars Worth the subscription price
Most of the negative reviews of the WSJ Kindle edition concern the $14.99 per month price. But to me it’s worth it. I don’t mind paying for the convenience of having it wirelessly delivered early each morning to my Kindle, which is smaller and more convenient to carry than my laptop. And no wifi is needed.

1 Star Call me when you get the pricing right.
I have a Kindle on the way and we have an online subscription to the WSJ, which syncs with my iPhone (recently requires online sub). Many comments have been made about price and availability and I must say I am baffled about some of the pricing decisions. Using the iPhone app now requires a paid online subscription.. I thought, no biggie we have that but seriously? Anyways. I now have a Kindle coming and was looking forward to getting my WSJ on it daily but at $15 a month I am not just saying no thanks, I am laughing at whoever thought it was OK to not only jack up the pricing from $9.99 (which I still might not have paid) but to try and convince what is likely the most financial/analytical base of consumers that the WSJ on the Kindle is more like the print version and “is waiting for you to read first thing in the morning”. You know what? When I open my laptop, so is the online version and when I turn on my iPhone, yup, same thing.

Not sure who is making pricing decisions for Amazon/WSJ here but all I can say is good luck with that at even $10. The Kindle is a wonderful thing and adoption seems to be going well but this price basically assumes that people are going to give up (or just pay double) all other forms of media for this type of news. Kindle, you’re not quite there yet buddy.

Call me when it’s sub-$10.. and not just $9.99

3 Stars Very good, but incomplete.
Letters to the Editor, which I find interesting & thought-provoking, appear to be missing from the Kindle edition.

3 Stars More Expensive then the Print! 50% increase???
I enjoy reading the WSJ from the Kindle but upset that it is cheaper to received the print addition. What is up with the 50% increase from $9.99?

2 Stars 2AM PST Delivery when paper is ready at 930PM Consistently
I work in Los Angeles and religiously read the WSJ Online before I go to bed every night. Regardless of what time you wake up on the west coast, the paper is usually old news so I see no point in subscribing for home delivery. Consistently, around 930pm PST I receive an email from my WSJ Online Journal “IN TODAY’s PAPER from the Wall Street Journal.” Every article from the next mornings paper is published online. I picked up a Kindle for the convenience of the device when traveling and thought to myself, wow this would be ideal if the journal was delivered to me every night to read on here instead of the laptop. Unfortunately, for whatever reason, the paper does not get delivered until 2AM PST. The folks at Dow Jones need to work with Amazon to get this published in a timely manner. I really can’t imagine why anyone on the west coast would want to subscribe to something that is rendered obsolete by the time they get around to reading it on the Kindle.

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Time

“The International Magazine of Events,” or Time, is considered America’s first weekly news periodical, founded in 1923. It covers a wide range of subject matter from politics to the entertainment industry. Since the magazine’s inception, Time has been known for its annual “Person of the Year” issue. It is oftentimes controversial, counting Adolf Hitler and Joseph Stalin among it previous recipients, recognizing the individual or group that has had the most impact on the world stage.

The Kindle Edition of Time contains most articles found in the print edition, but will not include all images. For your convenience, issues are auto-delivered wirelessly to your Kindle at the same time the print edition hits the newsstand.

User Ratings and Reviews

5 Stars Quite Good
The formatting is a little off, but most of the content is there. Since there are no ads in the kindle version, it is even easier to read than the paper one. Defnitely worth the price.

1 Star Should be names Obama instead of Time
Enough Obama already. There are other topics in the world. No wonder you are going broke, the electronic version of your rag is even worse, much worse, than the regular magazine. I am so sorry that I spent one penny on this crap!

1 Star pure trash
what a horrible rag this has become. any pretense of journalism is long gone. i don t even look at it any more.

4 Stars I like it
This magazine is fine. I see all main pictures and even the cover of the mag. It is easy to flip through and easy to read. I have been happy with it. However some charts and graphs do not appear correctly or not at all.

5 Stars Everything a Time “READER” needs.
If you love your Time magazine and hate advertisements…this Kindle edition is for you. It has all the articles and no stupid advertisements. I see a lot of reviews about lack of photos…if your get a Time magazine for pictures, you are plainly missing the point of a Kindle. The Kindle is designed for “READERS”…not for pre-schoolers who like colored pictures. For $1.50 for four issues a month…I give this five stars.

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