Why buy Kindle?

Kindle has just got better!

• All-New, High-Contrast E-Ink Screen - 50% better contrast than any other e-reader
• Read in Bright Sunlight - No glare
• New and Improved Fonts - New crisper, darker fonts
• New Sleek Design - 21% smaller body while keeping the same 6" size reading area
• 15% Lighter - Only 247 grams, weighs less than a paperback
• Battery Life of One Month - A single charge lasts up to one month with wireless off
• Double the Storage - Up to 3,500 books
• Books in 60 seconds - Download books anytime, anywhere
• Free 3G Wireless - No monthly payments, no annual contracts
• Built-In Wi-Fi - In addition to the 3G wireless, you can connect to Wi-Fi hotspots
• 20% Faster Page Turns - Seamless reading
• Enhanced PDF Reader - With dictionary lookup, notes, and highlights
• New WebKit-Based Browser - Free 3G web browsing (experimental) 

Included in the box Kindle wireless reader UK power adapter (supports 100V-240V) USB 2.0 cable (for connection to the Kindle power adapter or to connect to a computer.)

Display	Amazon's 6" diagonal electronic paper display, optimised with proprietary waveform and font technology, 600 x 800 pixel resolution at 167 ppi, 16-level grey scale.
Size	190 mm x 123 mm x 8.5 mm
Weight	247 grams
System Requirements	None, because it's wireless and doesn't require a computer.
Storage	4GB internal (approximately 3 GB available for user content).
Battery Life	A single charge lasts for up to a month with wireless off. Keep wireless always on and it lasts for up to 10 days. Battery life will vary based on wireless usage, such as shopping the Kindle Store and downloading content. In low-coverage areas or in EDGE/GPRS-only coverage, wireless usage will consume battery power more quickly.
Charge Time	Fully charges in approximately 4.5 hours via the included UK power adapter. Also supports charging from your computer via the included USB 2.0 cable.
3G Connectivity	HSDPA modem (3G) with a fallback to EDGE/GPRS; utilises Amazon Whispernet to provide wireless coverage via Vodafone's 3G high-speed data network in the UK and partner networks outside of the UK. See Wireless Terms and Conditions.
Wi-Fi Connectivity	Supports public and private Wi-Fi networks or hotspots that use the 802.11b or 802.11g standard; does not connect to enterprise or peer-to-peer Wi-Fi networks.
USB Port	USB 2.0 (micro-B connector) for connection to the Kindle UK power adapter or optionally to connect to a PC or Macintosh computer.
Audio	3.5 mm stereo audio jack, rear-mounted stereo speakers.
Content Formats Supported	Kindle (AZW), TXT, PDF, Audible (Audible Enhanced (AA, AAX)), MP3, unprotected MOBI, PRC natively; HTML, DOC, JPEG, GIF, PNG, BMP through conversion.
Included Accessories	UK power adapter (supports 100V-240V), USB 2.0 cable, rechargeable battery.
Documentation	Quick Start Guide (included in box) [PDF]; Kindle User's Guide (pre-installed on device) [PDF].
Warranty and Service	1-year limited warranty and service included. Optional 2-year Extended Warranty available for UK customers sold separately. Use of Kindle is subject to the Kindle License Agreement and Terms of Use.

Kindle Wireless Reading Device, Free 3G, 6" Display, White - 2nd Generation

Product information:

• Slim: Just over 1/3 of an inch, as thin as most magazines
• Wireless: 3G wireless lets you download books right from your Kindle, anytime, anywhere; no monthly fees, service plans
• Books in Under 60 Seconds: Get books delivered in less than 60 seconds; no PC required
• International Coverage: Enjoy 3G wireless coverage at home or abroad in over 100 countries
• Paper-like Display: Reads like real paper; now boasts 16 shades of gray for clear text and even crisper images
• Carry Your Library: Holds up to 1,500 books
• Long Battery Life: 25% longer battery life; read for days without recharging
• Carry Your Library: Holds over 1,500 books
• Read-to-Me: With the new text-to-speech feature, Kindle can read every newspaper, magazine, blog, and book out loud to you, unless the book's rights holder made the feature unavailable
• Free Book Samples: Download and read first chapters for free before you decide to buy.
• Over 350,000 books, including 104 of 112 New York Times® Best Sellers, plus U.S. and international newspapers, magazines, and blogs
• Low Book Prices: New York Times Best Sellers and New Releases $9.99, unless marked otherwise
• Lightweight: At 10.2 ounces, lighter than a typical paperback

The Amazon Kindle Store has over 290,000 books, newspapers, magazines, and blogs available for immediate wireless delivery.

Click on More Info button to check availablity.

Kindle DX: Amazon's 9.7" Wireless Reading Device

US Only

Available only on Amazon.com.

Customers with a U.S. credit card and shipping address can order Kindle here.

• Slim: Just over 1/3 of an inch, as thin as most magazines
• Carry Your Library: Holds up to 3,500 books, periodicals, and documents
• Beautiful Large Display: 9.7" diagonal e-ink screen reads like real paper; boasts 16 shades of gray for clear text and sharp images
• 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
• Built-In PDF Reader: Native PDF support allows you to carry and read all of your personal and professional documents on the go
• Wireless: 3G wireless lets you download books right from your Kindle DX, anytime, anywhere; no monthly fees, no annual contracts, and no hunting for Wi-Fi hotspots
• Books In Under 60 Seconds: You get free wireless delivery of books in less than 60 seconds; no PC required
• Long Battery Life: Read for days without recharging
• 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
• Big Selection, Low Prices: Over 300,000 books; New York Times Best Sellers and New Releases are only $9.99, unless marked otherwise
• More Than Books: U.S. and international newspapers including the New York Times and Wall Street Journal, magazines including The New Yorker and Time, plus popular blogs, all auto-delivered wirelessly

The Amazon Kindle Store has over 290,000 books, newspapers, magazines, and blogs available for immediate wireless delivery.

Click on More Info button to check price and availablity.

Kindle comparison

	Kindle (U.S. & International Wireless)	Kindle (U.S. Wireless)	Kindle DX (U.S. Wireless)
Display	6" diagonal E Ink®	6" diagonal E Ink®	9.7" diagonal E Ink®
Size	8" x 5.3" x 0.36"	8" x 5.3" x 0.36"	10.4" x 7.2" x 0.38"
Storage	1,500 books	1,500 books	3,500 books
Books in Under 60 Seconds
3G Wireless
Wireless Coverage	U.S. & International	U.S.	U.S.
Text-to-Speech
Whispersync
Rotating Display
Price	$279.00	$259.00	$489.00
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