Kindle Tablets

Kindles are coming! Starting Thursday October 29, you will be able to check out Kindles!

Kindle Features?

  • Features:
    • 10.1″ 1080p full HD display; 32 GB of internal storage.
    • Longer battery life—Up to 12 hours of reading, browsing the web, watching video, and listening to music.
    • Hands-free with Alexa, including on/off toggle.
    • Dual-band, enhanced Wi-Fi.

What can they be used for?

  • Use the pre-loaded apps for Overdrive and Hoopla to get downloadable books.
  • Web browse.
  • Watch videos.

Please note you can also sign up to get a Mobile Hotspot if you do not have access to the internet at home, these devices use wifi to access the internet, to learn more CLICK HERE

Who can get one?

  • Patrons must be 18 years of age or older to place a hold or checkout a device.
  • You must have a valid Romulus Public Library card and be in good standing.

May I return the Kindle in the bookdrop?

  • No, Hotspots must be returned directly to Romulus Public Library’s circulation desk
  • This item cannot be returned to other libraries, ONLY Romulus Public Library

How long may I keep the Kindle?

  • The loan period is three weeks.
  • Devices may not be renewed.
  • Users will be limited to one device.

What if I break or lose the Kindle or any of its associated components?

  • You are responsible for loss or damage to the Kindle or any of its contents.
  • Any damage/or lost item(s) will be assessed a fee based on the cost to replace the damaged or lost item(s).

Special Thanks:

This project is funded with a Library Services and Technology Act grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services administered by the Library of Michigan.