Kindle: Amazon's 6" Wireless Reading Device (Latest Generation)

Kindle: Amazon's 6

Kindle: Amazon's 6" Wireless Reading Device (Latest Generation)

Say Hello to Kindle!

• 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
   
• Paper-like Display: Reads like real paper; now boasts 16 shades of gray for clear text and even crisper images
   
• 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.
   
• Large Selection: Over 300,000 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

Technical Details

• Display: 6" diagonal E Ink® electronic paper display, 600 x 800 pixel resolution at 167 ppi, 16-level gray scale.
   
• Size (in inches): 8" x 5.3" x 0.36".
   
• Weight: 10.2 ounces.
   
• System requirements: None, because it doesn't require a computer.
   
• Storage: 2GB internal (approximately 1.4GB available for user content).
   
• Battery Life: Read on a single charge for up to 4 days with wireless on. Turn wireless off and read for up to two weeks. Battery life will vary based on wireless usage, such as shopping the Kindle Store and downloading content. In low coverage areas or in 1xRTT only coverage, wireless usage will consume battery power more quickly.
   
• Charge Time: Fully charges in approximately 4 hours and supports charging from your computer via the included USB 2.0 cable.
   
• Connectivity: EVDO modem with fallback to 1xRTT; utilizes Amazon Whispernet to provide U.S wireless coverage via Sprint's 3G high-speed data network. Check our wireless coverage map for availability. This expanded coverage is only available for Kindle. See Wireless Terms and Conditions.
   
• USB Port: USB 2.0 (micro-B connector) for connection to the Kindle power adapter or optionally to connect to a PC or Macintosh computer.
   
• Audio: 3.5mm stereo audio jack, rear-mounted stereo speakers.
   
• Content Formats Supported: Kindle (AZW), TXT, Audible (formats 4, Audible Enhanced (AAX)), MP3, unprotected MOBI, PRC natively; PDF, HTML, DOC, JPEG, GIF, PNG, BMP through conversion.
   
• Included Accessories: Power adapter, USB 2.0 cable, rechargeable battery. Book cover sold separately.
   
• 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 sold separately.

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