CityView Magazine

T They're supposed to make our lives easier. Slim, lightweight and loaded with functions, tab- let computers and electronic book readers (e-readers) seem like the perfect Christmas pre- sent to give — or to receive. But there's just so many of them, and they're so similar — and similarly compli- cated. What's a shopper to do? CityView turned to a nearby expert for guidance. Raleigh resident Ruth Suehle is senior editor of OpenSource.com and a core contributor to GeekMom.com. Simply put, this woman knows computers. First, Suehle says, it's important to understand the differences between full- featured tablet computers — such as the iPad — and e-readers, like the Kindle or the Nook. "They aren't meant for the same thing, and if you want one and buy the other, you'll be disappointed," Sue- hle said. She said that in the tablet category, where prices range from about $300 to $800, there is a plethora of Android operating system tablet computers. The Motorola Xoom and the Samsung Gal- axy Tab are the most well-known, but there are many others worth consider- ing, as well. The Kindle, from internet behemoth Amazon, was an early innovator in the e- reader world and is still dominant. How- ever, this year the company introduced the Kindle Fire and that has caused some confusion, Suehle said, because she believes the Kindle Fire is best de- scribed as a "consumption device." It's somewhere between an e-reader and a tablet computer, with more functions (such as the ability to watch movies use some Android apps) than a simple e-reader, but fewer capabilities than a tablet computer. "The original Kindle is an amazing e-reader," Suehle said. "It's more fairly compared with other e-readers, like the Barnes and Noble Nook. The e-ink technology is really appealing. I didn't even think I had an eyestrain problem reading on screen, since I do it all the time. But now that I have the option, I would far rather read on my Kindle than through the Kindle app on any other de- Anglo American Porsche Design Michael Kors Kate Spade Hugo Boss Carrera Fendi Gucci Tom Ford Ronit Furst Casanova Christian Dior Kazuo Kawasaki & other fine eyewear 910.221.0191 www.metrospecs.us 201 S.McPherson Church Rd Suite 105 in McPherson Square Make this Holiday Season Your Time to Shine! Discover the cosmetic artistry of Dr. Steven Zoellner. Whether you're considering minor non- surgical options such as injectables to soften facial lines and wrinkles, or would like to consider surgical options for a more dramatic result; Dr. Zoellner helps to meet the goals of men and women throughout the Sandhills and beyond with warmth and compassion. Our surgical suite is nationally accredited so you can be assured that safety is of the highest standard in our setting. Non-surgical options include: Radiesse, Juvederm, Botox, Dysport, Latisse and Obagi skin care system. Surgical Specialties Include: Breast Enhancement, Facelifts, Eyelid Rejuvenation, Vaser Liposuction, Tummy Tucks, Post Gastric Bypass Body Contouring. Special 0% Interest Financing Programs. Complimentary informational DVD with client testimonials. Steven M. Zoellner M.D. • Board Certified Plastic Surgeon 20 Memorial Drive • Pinehurst, NC 28374 www.PinehurstPlasticSurgery.com • (910) 295-1917 CityViewNC.com | 55

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