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The Kindle is an e-book reader created and sold by Amazon.com. Content is downloaded via Amazon Whispernet. The original version featured a six-inch diagonal display with 800 x 600 pixel resolution and 256 MB of internal storage. The Kindle is only available for sale in the United States because Amazon Whispernet does not work internationally.
At a press conference for Wednesday, May 6, 2009, Amazon's CEO introduced the Kindle DX, a new, larger Kindle model. The screen on the Kindle DX is larger and has a built-in PDF reader.CNNMoney: Amazon's newest Kindle takes aim at newspapers (May 6, 2009)
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Fast Facts
- Developed by: Amazon.com
- Debut: November 19, 2007
- Kindle 2 released on February 9, 2009
- Kindle DX introduced on May 6, 2009
- Price: $359
- Weight: 10.2 ounces (289g)
- Common uses: E-ink proprietary display for print-quality text
- Books and other content can be downloaded directly from Amazon using EV-DO wireless technology
- Kindle DX hopes to attract PDF and document readers http://gadgetwise.blogs.nytimes.com/2009...
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Patent Infringement?
Discovery Communications has filed a lawsuit against Amazon alleging copyright infringement. Discovery claims that Amazon infringed on an encryption technology patent held by Discovery, which is being utilized for the Kindle.CRN.com: Amazon Sued: Discovery Claims... (March 17, 2009) -
Kindle 2 New Features
- Thinner and lighter than original KindleBBC Newsbeat: Amazon launches new Kindle reader (February 9, 2009)
- 25 percent longer battery lifeBBC Newsbeat: Amazon launches new Kindle reader (February 9, 2009)
- Seven times the memoryBBC Newsbeat: Amazon launches new Kindle reader (February 9, 2009)
- Will hold up to 1,500 titlesBBC Newsbeat: Amazon launches new Kindle reader (February 9, 2009)
- Uses five way joypad for page navigationBBC Newsbeat: Amazon launches new Kindle reader (February 9, 2009)
- Display features 16 shades of grayBBC Newsbeat: Amazon launches new Kindle reader (February 9, 2009)
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Content
The Kindle can hold up to 200 unillustrated e-books. New York Times bestsellers are available for $10, while classics are available for $1.99 each. Users may also purchase subscriptions to newspapers, with the cost ranging from $5.99 to $14.99 per month. For $1.25 to $3.49 per month, users may purchase magazine subscriptions. -
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Official Site: Kindle: Amazon's New Wireless Reading Device
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CNNMoney: Amazon's newest Kindle takes aim at newspapers
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Wikipedia: Amazon Kindle
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The Daily Show: Jon Stewart Interviews Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos (Time: 6:12)
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Wired: Amazon Announces Large-Format Kindle DX
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Kindle on Twitter Powered by Twitter
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Finished reading my 2nd book in 2 weeks last night. Plan on starting a 3rd today. I don't remember the last time I read this much <3 #Kindle
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RT @hotdogsladies I'm not buying a bathtub until I can read a Kindle in it.
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Kindle DX: Amazon's 9.7" Wireless Reading Device (Latest Generation) - $489.00
Sleek & Trim Kindle DX is as thin as most magazines. Just over a third of an inch in profile, you'll find Kindle DX fits perfectly in your hands. Beautiful Large Display Kindle DX's large display is ideal for a broad range of reading m...
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Kindle Shortcuts and Kindle-friendly Websites. This concise Kindle user guide describes keyboard shortcuts and hidden Kindle features for both Kindle 2 and Kindle 1. Updated 04/28/2009 - $0.99
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The Kindle 2 Cookbook: How To Do Everything the Manual Doesn't Tell You - $4.99
The Kindle 2 Cookbook provides stey-by-step recipes to do everything the Kindle 2 User's Guide doesn't tell you about--for free. Learn the Kindle's hidden secrets and follow clear, convenient instructions to unlock them. The Kindle Cookbo...
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View All Kindle Questions (146) | Ask a QuestionShould I get the Kindle 2? (1 Answer)Do you read a lot? Are you on the go? Do you want to look like Captain Picard? If yes to two or more, then go for it. I've had ... read moreWhere I can buy a "kindle"? (4 Answers)Right from the manufacturer here: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0015T963C/ref=ms_sbrspot_0?pf_rd_p=496535511&amp;pf_rd_s=center-1&amp;pf_rd_t=101&amp;pf_rd_i=507846&amp;pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&amp;pf_rd_r=182J8W6KFXPC4S3YW3VH Or secondary market here: http://shop.ebay.com/?_from=R40&amp;_trksid=p3907.m38.l1313&amp;_nkw=kindle&amp;_sacat=See-All-Categories read more
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