The Kindle Wireless Reading Device is one of the biggest success stories in the world of portable gadgets. Provided by Amazon, the online store, Kindle has seen massive success since it launched, and is now available in International and DX versions.
Kindle DX, Free 3G, 3G Works Globally, Graphite, 9.7″ Display with New E Ink Pearl Technology
Features of the Kindle Wireless Reading Device
* 8 x 5.3 x 0.36 inches in size,
* Storage for up to 1,500 books,
* Global wireless coverage,
* Supports a wide range of formats including Kindle format, PDF, Audible, MP3, Mobi and more,
* 6 inch display with paper-like e-Ink technology,
* Wireless access to the Kindle store for fast and easy download of books,
* Stereo jack for audio capabilities,
* 5-way controller for simple navigation.
Pros of the Kindle Wireless Reading Device
The Kindle International, the latest version in its line, is a lot slimmer and better looking than the original Kindle, but similar to the Kindle 2. The are so many advantages to using a Kindle over traditional books, including the fact that you can carry 1,500 books around with you wherever you go – yet the Kindle itself is smaller and lighter than your traditional paperback.
The Kindle is also unique in that it is linked directly to the Kindle Amazon store. From within the Kindle itself, no matter where you are, you can purchase and download new books, as well as magazines, newspapers and blogs, within minutes. This is what helps to set the Kindle apart from its eBook reader rivals.
A great advantage of the newest Kindle model is that its wireless network extends across many countries in the world, making Kindle a real rival to eBook reader models targeted at markets outside of the US.
For those who need to take notes, there is also a built in keyboard alongside the easy-to-use navigation. The font size is adjustable, and you can even have the text read aloud with the Kindle International’s Text-to-Speech feature.
Cons of the Kindle Wireless Reading Device
Some of the main drawbacks of the Kindle Wireless Reading Device are the same as you would find with any eBook reader: it doesn’t quite feel the same as a book, its e-Ink screen means pages don’t turn instantly, and eBooks aren’t much cheaper than buying books in their physical form.
Some drawbacks of this model itself include the fact that the memory can’t be expanded as there is no memory slot. There is also no compatibility with ePub format which is becoming standard for a number of eBooks on loan from libraries, for example. HOWEVER, a lot of the cons have been removed in the new KINDLE DX. Checkout it’s features:
New Kindle DX Features
All New, High Contrast E Ink Pearl Screen: Our graphite Kindle DX display uses the latest generation E Ink Pearl technology with 50% better contrast for the clearest text and sharpest images
Beautiful Large Display: The 9.7″ diagonal E Ink screen is ideal for a broad range of reading material, including graphic-rich books, PDFs, newspapers, magazines, and blogs
Read in Sunlight with No Glare: Unlike backlit computer or LCD screens, Kindle DX’s display looks and reads like real paper, with no glare. Read as easily in bright sunlight as in your living room
Slim: Just over 1/3 of an inch, as thin as most magazines
Books In Under 60 Seconds: Get books delivered wirelessly in less than 60 seconds; no PC required
Free 3G Wireless: No monthly payments, no annual contracts. Download books anywhere, anytime
Long Battery Life: Read for up to 1 week on a single charge with wireless on. Turn wireless off and read for two to three weeks.
Carry Your Library: Holds up to 3,500 books, periodicals, and documents
Buy Once, Read Everywhere: Kindle books can be read on all your devices. Our Whispersync technology saves and synchronizes your Kindle library and last page read across your Kindle(s), PC, iPhone, Mac, iPad, Android device, and BlackBerry device
Share Meaningful Passages: Share your passion for reading with friends and family by posting meaningful passages to Twitter and Facebook directly from your Kindle
Global Coverage: Enjoy wireless coverage at home or abroad in over 100 countries. See details. Check wireless coverage map.
Built-In PDF Reader: Carry and read all of your personal and professional documents on the go. Now with Zoom capability to easily view small print and detailed tables or graphics
Auto-Rotating Screen: Display auto-rotates from portrait to landscape as you turn the device so you can view full-width maps, graphs, tables, and Web pages
Read-to-Me: With the text-to-speech feature, Kindle DX can read newspapers, magazines, blogs, and books out loud to you, unless the book’s rights holder made the feature unavailable
Large Selection: Over 950,000 books and the largest selection of the most popular books people want to read, including 107 of 112 New York Times® Best Sellers, plus U.S. and international newspapers, magazines, and blogs. For non-U.S. customers, content availability and pricing will vary. Check your country.
Out-of-Copyright, Pre-1923 Books: Over 1.8 million free, out-of-copyright, pre-1923 books are available to read on Kindle, including titles such as The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes, Pride and Prejudice, and Treasure Island. Learn more
Low Book Prices: New York Times Best Sellers and New Releases from $9.99.
Free Book Samples: Download and read first chapters for free before you decide to buy.
Kindle DX, Free 3G, 3G Works Globally, Graphite, 9.7″ Display with New E Ink Pearl Technology
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