Posts about the Amazon Kindle wireless reading device (U.S. and international wireless, latest generation)
-
Amazon insists that 'millions' of people out there have Kindles
Do you have a Kindle? Well, according to Amazon CEO and founder Jeff Bezos, "millions" of other people have the Amazon e-book reader. But for some unknown reason, they don't ...
- Amazon unveils kit for software developers to build content for Kindle
- Amazon Kindle 2.3 version update available now
Reviews of the Amazon Kindle wireless reading device (U.S. and international wireless, latest generation)
-
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.
-
alaTest.com
Review Summary: Experts rate this product 80/100 and users 86/100. Comparing these reviews to 79063 other PDAs reviews gives this product an overall alaScore™ 95/100 = Excellent.
-
No Rating
gizmogroove.com
Review Summary: Amazon's Kindle 2 (latest generation) is here with a lot of new features, sleek and trim, improved ergonomics, and simple to use since it doesn't require a computer. It comes in a 8″ x 5.3″ x 0.36″ dimension with a 6″ diagonal E-Ink electronic paper ...
-
No Rating
ezinearticles.com
Review Summary: The Kindle can hold over 3,000 books. You can get free delivery of books, With its long life batterry you can read for days without recharging. A customer says: The Kindle may have just literally saved my career and saved my "backend"
Manufacturer: Amazon.com
Part number: D00701
General
- Product Type eBook reader
- Width 5.3 in
- Depth 0.4 in
- Built-in devices Display, 5-Way controller, Keyboard
- 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
- Total User Available Memory 2 GB
- Installed RAM 2 GB
Display
- Display Type 6 in Monochrome 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
EBook Reader
- Supported Text Formats DOC, FB2, PDF, TXT
- Supported Still Image Formats BMP, GIF, PNG, JPEG
- Features Text-To-Speech capability
Communications
- Modem Wireless cellular modem
- Cellular Enhancement Protocol AT&T, EDGE, GPRS, HSDPA
- Wireless Connectivity 3G Wireless
GPS System
- GPS Navigation None
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
Expansion / Connectivity
- Interfaces 1 x Hi-Speed USB, 1 x Headphones - Output - Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm
Miscellaneous
- Cables Included 1 x USB cable
Manufacturer Warranty
- Service & Support 1 year warranty
- Service & Support Details Limited warranty - 1 year
Product Video
Product Photos
User Opinions
Premier Vendor Content Whitepapers, webcasts & resources from our Power Center Sponsors
SmartPlanet
- Thought-provoking progressive ideas on diverse topics that intersect with technology, business, and life, and matter to the world at large. Visit SmartPlanet
- More from IBM
-
- How to Drive Better Business Outcomes with Exceptional Web Experiences Download the eBook
- Driving Business Agility through SOA Connectivity & Integration Read the White Paper from IBM
- Linking Decisions and Information for Organizational Performance Read the Tom Davenport study
