This Kindle
is ideal for reading on the go. I wouldn't get the larger size if you like to carry it around a lot. Pdf support is ok, though navigating pdf files is quirky at best. Sometimes paging back is way too slow, not just on pdf. Paging forward is a bit faster, though it could definitely be improved.
Some interaction metaphors are a bit off, for example: you can't bulk add books to a collection; The 5-way is a bit clunky and you will hit the 'back' key a few times by accident if you have big fingers like me.
The lack of a numeric row on the keyboard is hard to explain, the space is right there, just a 0-9 top row on the keyboard would make entering numbers much less annoying. Oh, and the lack of ePub support is a bit annoying too, you have to circumvent it with software that converts .epub to .mobi Other than that, the Kindle is a superb book reader, the e-ink screen is sharp and glare-free (well, close enough), and the battery life is just out of this world; Look forward to not having to charge it for weeks if you leave wireless off most of the time.
For serious readers, I wouldn't take a second look at any other e-readers. I've had mine for a month and already 1000+ pages read!
Kindle, Wi-Fi, Graphite, 6 inch Details
is ideal for reading on the go. I wouldn't get the larger size if you like to carry it around a lot. Pdf support is ok, though navigating pdf files is quirky at best. Sometimes paging back is way too slow, not just on pdf. Paging forward is a bit faster, though it could definitely be improved. Some interaction metaphors are a bit off, for example: you can't bulk add books to a collection; The 5-way is a bit clunky and you will hit the 'back' key a few times by accident if you have big fingers like me.
The lack of a numeric row on the keyboard is hard to explain, the space is right there, just a 0-9 top row on the keyboard would make entering numbers much less annoying. Oh, and the lack of ePub support is a bit annoying too, you have to circumvent it with software that converts .epub to .mobi Other than that, the Kindle
is a superb book reader, the e-ink screen is sharp and glare-free (well, close enough), and the battery life is just out of this world; Look forward to not having to charge it for weeks if you leave wireless off most of the time. For serious readers, I wouldn't take a second look at any other e-readers. I've had mine for a month and already 1000+ pages read!
Kindle, Wi-Fi, Graphite, 6 inch Details
50% better contrast. The clearest text and sharpest images with latest E Ink Pearl display. Unlike LCD screens, Kindle's screen reads like real paper, with no glare. Read as easily in bright sunlight as in your living room. At only 8.5 ounces and 1/3 of an inch thin, Kindle is lighter than a paperback and thinner than a magazine. We doubled Kindle's storage so you can carry up to 3,500 books. A single charge lasts up to two months with wireless off based upon a half-hour of daily reading time. If you read for one hour a day, you will get battery life of up to one month.
Connect to Wi-Fi hotspots at home or on the road. Includes free Wi-Fi access at AT&T hotspots across the U.S. Quieter page turning means you won't disturb your partner when you want to read all night. Share meaningful passages with friends and family with built-in Twitter and Facebook integration. Kindle
is ready to use right out of the box—no setup, no software to install, no computer required. Now with new dictionary lookup, notes and highlights, and support for password protected PDFs. Easily carry all of your documents on the go. Books you purchase from the Kindle Store are automatically backed up online in your Kindle library on Amazon. With fast, free wireless delivery, you can start reading books in less than 60 seconds. No computer required.
Over 900,000 books, including 107 of 111 New York Times Best Sellers, plus audiobooks, periodicals and blogs. For non-U.S. customers, content availability varies. Over 1.8 million free, out-of-copyright, pre-1923 books are available such as Pride and Prejudice. Download and read first chapters for free before you decide to buy.Later in 2011, customers will be able to check out a Kindle book from their local library and start reading on any Kindle or free Kindle reading app. Lend eligible Kindle books to other Kindle or Kindle app users for 14 days. Over 50,000 audiobooks from Audible.com—read by authors, celebrities, and world-class narrators—with wireless delivery via Wi-Fi.
We've added real page numbers that correspond to print editions so you can easily reference and cite passages. Your Kindle
books can be read on your Kindle, iPhone
, iPad
, PC, Mac, Android device
, and BlackBerry
. Our Whispersync technology syncs your place across devices, so you can pick up where you left off. With Text-to-Speech, Kindle can read English-language content out loud to you.Receive special offers and sponsored screensavers that display on the Kindle screensaver and on the bottom of the home screen—they don't interrupt reading.
Kindle, Wi-Fi, Graphite, 6 inch Features
- Brand: Amazon
- Model: D00901
- Released on: 2011-04-27
- Dimensions: .36" h x 5.30" w x 8.00" l, .64 pounds
- Display: Amazon's 6" diagonal electronic paper display, optimized with proprietary waveform and font technology, 600 x 800 pixel resolution at 167 ppi, 16-level gray scale.
- Size (in inches): 7.5" x 4.8" x 0.335" (190 mm x 123 mm x 8.5 mm).
- Weight: 8.5 ounces (241 grams).
- System Requirements: None, because it's wireless and doesn't require a computer.
- Storage: 4GB internal (approximately 3GB available for user content).
- Battery Life: A single charge lasts up to two months with wireless off based upon a half-hour of daily reading time. If you read for one hour a day, you will get battery life of up to one month. Keep wireless always on and it lasts for up to 3 weeks. Battery life will vary based on wireless usage, such as shopping the Kindle Store, web browsing, and downloading content.
- Charge Time: Fully charges in approximately 4.5 hours via the included U.S. power adapter. Also supports charging from your computer via the included USB 2.0 cable.
- Wi-Fi Connectivity: Supports public and private Wi-Fi networks or hotspots that use the 802.11b, 802.11g, or 802.11n (in b or g compatibility mode) standard with support for WEP, WPA and WPA2 security using password authentication; does not connect to WPA and WPA2 secured networks using 802.1X authentication methods; does not support connecting to ad-hoc (or peer-to-peer) Wi-Fi networks.
- USB Port: USB 2.0 (micro-B connector) for connection to the Kindle U.S. 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: U.S. power adapter (supports 110V-240V), USB 2.0 cable, rechargeable battery.
- Documentation: Quick Start Guide (included in box) [PDF]; Kindle User's Guide (pre-installed on device) [PDF]. Additional information in multiple languages available online.
- Warranty and Service: 1-year limited warranty and service included. Optional 2-year Extended Warranty available for U.S. customers sold separately. Use of Kindle is subject to the Kindle License Agreement and Terms of Use.
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