The Kindle is an eBook 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.
At a press conference on Wednesday, May 6, 2009, Amazon's CEO introduced the Kindle DX, a new 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)
Since the Kindle's release, plenty of competing models such as the Barnes and Noble Nook, Plastic Logic, Sony Reader and Apple iPad have been released. At the 2010 CES event, Dell showcased the Dell Mini 5, which has Amazon Kindle integration. PCWorld: [1](March 10, 2010)
In July of 2010, Amazon released a third generation of the Kindle.http://dailypostal.com/2010/07/28/new-kindle-or-kindle-3-release-date/ It is smaller and lighter than the previous versions. The new version has a Web-kit based browser, sharper fonts, and it has enhanced the screen contrast by 50%.http://dailypostal.com/2010/07/28/new-kindle-or-kindle-3-release-date/ The battery can last up to a month with wireless turned off. With wireless turned on, the battery can last 10 days.http://dailypostal.com/2010/07/28/new-kindle-or-kindle-3-release-date/ It can be purchased with Wi-Fi and 3G options.
Content
The Kindle can hold up to 3,500 unillustrated e-books.http://www.amazon.com/dp/B002Y27P3M/?tag=googhydr-20&hvadid=5748940397&ref=pd_sl_39dcet2om9_b 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.
Third Generation Kindle Features
- 15% lighter than the second generation modelshttp://www.amazon.com/Kindle-Wireless-Reader-3G-Wifi-Graphite/dp/B002FQJT3Q/ref=kin3w_ddp_compare_details2
- Contrast has improved by 50%http://www.amazon.com/Kindle-Wireless-Reader-3G-Wifi-Graphite/dp/B002FQJT3Q/ref=kin3w_ddp_compare_details2
- 3,500 books can be stored on the device.http://www.amazon.com/Kindle-Wireless-Reader-3G-Wifi-Graphite/dp/B002FQJT3Q/ref=kin3w_ddp_compare_details2
- Page turns are 20% faster.http://www.amazon.com/Kindle-Wireless-Reader-3G-Wifi-Graphite/dp/B002FQJT3Q/ref=kin3w_ddp_compare_details2
- Free 3G coveragehttp://www.amazon.com/Kindle-Wireless-Reader-3G-Wifi-Graphite/dp/B002FQJT3Q/ref=kin3w_ddp_compare_details2
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)
Amazon Kindle 3 Video Review
Mobile Tech Review shows the third generation Kindle. Amazon still calls this version just Kindle. However, many reviewers refer to it as the Kindle 3. The speaker highlights the physical features of the device, such as the dimensions. As the video progresses, she demonstrates software enhancements, such as page turn speed, text-to-speech and file formats.
References
Fast Facts
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Developed by
Amazon.com
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Debut
November 19, 2007
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Kindle DX
Introduced in 2009
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Price range
$139 to $379.00
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Common uses
E-ink proprietary display for print-quality text
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February 23, 2010
Amazon purchased Touchco to add a touchscreen capability to the Kindle.
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March 10, 2010
Dell Mini 5 rumored to integrate Amazon Kindle
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July 2010
The third generation of Kindle was released.
