Reviews of the Amazon Kindle wireless reading device (U.S. and international wireless, latest generation)
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CNET Review
The Good: Large library of tens of thousands of e-books, newspapers, magazines, and blogs via Amazon's familiar online store; built-in free wireless "Whispernet" data network that works in the U.S. and some countries abroad (no PC needed); built-in keyboard for notes; with 2GB of internal memory, it's capable of storing 1,500 electronic books; font size is adjustable; good battery life; displays image files, and plays MP3 and AAC audio; compatible with Windows and Mac machines; Text-to-Speech feature allows you to have text read to you aloud; text appears slightly darker on this model than on the earlier U.S.-only version.
The Bad: No Wi-Fi; no expansion slot for adding more memory; no protective carrying case included; battery is sealed into the device and isn't removable; isn't compatible with loaner e-books from your local library that use the ePub format; if you're using the wireless service overseas, you're charged extra fees for downloading full books and periodicals.
The Bottom Line: While the new internationalized Kindle looks exactly like the earlier U.S.-only model, this e-reader, which uses AT&T's data network for wireless access, represents an incremental improvement to the Kindle line--just as serious competition is ramping up in the e-book market.
Manufacturer: Amazon.com
Part number: D00701
General
- Product Type eBook reader
- Width 5.3 in
- Built-in Devices Display, 5-Way controller, Keyboard
- Depth 0.4 in
- Height 8 in
- Dimensions (W x D x H) 5.3 in x 0.4 in x 8 in
- Weight 10.2 oz
- Features Anti-glare
- Included Accessories Additional battery
Memory
- RAM 2 GB
- Installed RAM 2 GB
- Total User Available Memory 2 GB
Display
- Display Type 6 in E Ink
- Display type 6 in E Ink
- Image 4-bit (16 gray levels)
- Display Resolution 800 x 600
Audio
- Audio Output Speaker(s)
- Supported Digital Audio Formats MP3
Telecom
- Modem Wireless cellular modem - Integrated
- Cellular Enhancement Protocol AT&T, EDGE, GPRS, HSDPA
- Wireless Connectivity 3G Wireless
GPS System
- GPS Navigation None
Expansion / Connectivity
- Interfaces 1 x Hi-Speed USB, 1 x Headphones - Output - Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm
Power
- Power Device Power adapter
- Voltage Required AC 120/230 V
- Recharge Time 4 hour(s)
- Power supply device Power adapter
Input Device
- Type Keyboard
EBook Reader
- Supported Text Formats DOC, FB2, PDF, TXT
- Supported Still Image Formats BMP, GIF, PNG, JPEG
- Features Text-To-Speech capability
Miscellaneous
- Cables Included 1 x USB cable
Manufacturer Warranty
- Service & Support 1 year warranty
- Service & Support Details Limited warranty - 1 year
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