For those who are uninitiated What is kindle ? And why should you have one?
The kindle is a portable ,wireless electronic reading devise manufactured by Amazon.com. It uses the software, hardware and a network platform so that the users can download , read or browse books , magazines and newspapers online.The wireless services of kindle is now available in more than 100 countries.(this was not available earlier)
Why should you own it? If you have anything to do with reading...you should have one.Whether , you are a student, a professional, a home maker or are retired ...all of us need it.
Kindle is now available at a special price of $114 only!! Yes, you are right.Its a steal offered by Amazon.
The Advantages of Kindle 3G Over it's earlier version:
The Pros:
- It’s much slimmer and the design is also more compact than the previous version.
- It has incorporated latest generation E ink technology (Pearl) . This gives a much better reading experience with 50% better contrast ratio.
- You can read even in bright sunlight , it will give you the feeling of reading a paperback, without glare.This is not possible in the back light LCD versions of other similar e book readers.
- It has a built- in free 3G wire-less along with a free wi-fi connection.
- The 4 GB space is capable of storing up to 3500 e books for you.
- You can download several free e books on your kindle.
- A very good battery life.
- This kindle can also display image files and also play MP3 music along-with AAC audio. This feature helps in playing your favorite back ground music while you read.
- You can read over 1.8 million FREE e books (out of publication) . Learn more.
- You can download books in less than 60 seconds. No computer required.That’s not all. Kindle books are much cheaper than paperbacks.At times more than 50% cheap.
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Cons:
With the special offer ... None at all !!
Conclusion:
The 3G kindle in this price range is a cut above its rival. The reasons are many
- It has a much better screen,
- Longer battery life,
- Light weight
- A much more competitive price.
There are three models available.
Kindle Wireless Reading Device, Wi-Fi, Graphite, 6" display ($139)
Kindle 3G Wireless Reading Device, Free 3G + Wi-Fi, 6 " display ($189)
Kindle DX Wireless Reading Device, Free 3G, 3G Works Globally, Graphite, 9.7 " display.($379)
Which Kindle Should I buy?
If you already have a high speed internet connection and a wireless router at your home , the basic Kindle wi-fi is good enough it costs less also($139).
If you do not have a high speed internet connection at home you need Kindle 3G. this helps you to buy and download books anytime , anywhere.
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Key Features;(Kindle 3g)
- 6-inch e-ink Pearl technology display.
- 21 percent smaller than previous Kindle, the display area is same that is 6”
- 15 percent lighter only weighs only 8.7 ounces, lesser than a paper back..
- Like the new Kindle DX, screen offers 50% better contrast.
- Faster page turns
- Larger 4GB built-in memory (stores around 3,500 e-books).
- Longer battery life (up to four weeks with the wireless turned off).
- New WebKit-based browser works much better and faster better than previous browser, especially using Wi-Fi.( Amazon is calling this “experimental”)
- Text-speech options are better.You can navigate within the kindle without reading menu options. You can listen to the book aloud and also do content listing on the home screen.
- In this kindle you have a new and better PDF reader, with new dictionary ,notes and highlights. It also supports password protect PDF documents, so you can carry all your documents with you.
- You can buy a book once and read it anywhere.You can access the same book on the Kindle app on iPad, iPhone,/iPod Touch,Android phones, Blackberry phones and widow Pcs and Macs. You do no have to worry about accessing your book beyond Kindle . You can access it practically anywhere.
Amazon has listed more that 12000 totally free e books to be downloaded (special offer running on Amazon)...learn more.
The Free Kindle Apps is another very useful feature of kindle. You can buy and download your books on kindle and read them anywhere, on your windows PC, on your i phone,on your Mac, on your android, on your Blackberry on iPad, on Windows phone 7.To learn more click on the banner at the bottom of this page.
How To Take care of your kindle ?
Once , you purchase a kindle , you must know how to take care of it. There are certain important pointers you need to know. After all it's your mobile library...
Please note your kindle is not a break proof or even a break resistant device. It is vulnerable to breakage , even if dropped from moderate heights. So please invest in a protective cover/jacket.
Kindle uses e ink, which is a plus point, since you can read without glare in broad day light. But if you want to use your kindle at night, you need a light.
Amazon has designed a protective Kindle Lighted Leather Cover, along with a built-in LED light. It's a beautiful design, as the light is so slim , in fact you do not even notice it until you use it. Once you want to switch off the light, you can tuck it in the jacket it self.
There are other covers too , that you can see.Click here to see more covers !!
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Technical Specs:( yes after all this is Kindle 3G review , you should know everything about it).
- 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).
- Weight8.7 ounces (247 grams).
- System Requirements: None, because it's wireless and doesn't require a computer. Check wireless coverage.
- Storage :4GB internal (approximately 3GB 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, web browsing, and downloading content. In low-coverage areas or inEDGE/GPRS-only coverage, wireless usage will consume battery power more quickly.
- Charge TimeFully 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.
- 3G Connectivity:HSPDA modem (3G) with a fallback to EDGE/GPRS; utilizes Amazon Whispernet to provide wireless coverage via AT&T's 3G high-speed data network in the U.S. and partner networks outside of the U.S. See Wireless Terms and Conditions.
- 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.
- Audio3.5 mm stereo audio jack, rear-mounted stereo speakers.
- Content Formats SupportedKindle (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 Service1-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.