Thursday, March 5, 2009

Kindle 2: Amazon's New Wireless Reading Device

In response to several companies creating downloadable e-book programs for more lifestyle-friendly devices like Apple's iPhone and iPod Touch, literary giant Amazon has launched its Kindle 2.0. The Kindle 2.0 hit US shelves last week and is being sold for US$359.00 - nearly $40 less than the original Kindle. The new Kindle is thinner than the original and has a sharper screen with more shades of gray, producing easy-to-read, crisp text in any light. Other features of the Kindle 2.0 include:

Slim: Just over 1/3 of an inch, as thin as most magazines

Lightweight: At 10.2 ounces, lighter than a typical paperback

Wireless: 3G wireless lets you download books right from your Kindle, anytime, anywhere; no monthly fees, service plans, or hunting for Wi-Fi hotspots

Books in Under 60 Seconds: Get books delivered in less than 60 seconds; no PC required

Improved Display: Reads like real paper; now boasts 16 shades of gray for clear text and even crisper images

Longer Battery Life: 25% longer battery life; read for days without recharging

More Storage: Take your library with you; 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 is disabled by the rights holder

Large Selection: Over 240,000 books plus U.S. and international newspapers, magazines, and blogs available

Low Book Prices: New York Times Best Sellers and New Releases $9.99, unless marked otherwise

To purchase the Kindle 2.0 visit this Amazon link.

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