AMAZON KINDLE E-BOOK READING DEVICE
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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" (203.2mm x 134.6mm x 9.1mm).
Weight: 10.2 ounces (289.2 grams).
System Requirements: None, because it's wireless and doesn't require a computer. Check wireless coverage.
Storage: 2GB internal (approximately 1.4GB available for user content).
Battery Life: Read on a single charge for up to 1 week with wireless on. Turn wireless off and read for up to 2 weeks. 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.
Connectivity: HSDPA 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.
USB Port: USB 2.0 (micro-B connector) to connect to a PC or Macintosh computer.
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: USB 2.0 cable, Documentation: Quick Start Guide (included in box) [PDF]; Kindle User's Guide (pre-installed on device) [PDF]. Additional information in multiple languages available online.
Kindle Features
Advanced Design
Sleek & Light
At 10.2 ounces, Kindle is lighter than a typical paperback and as thin as most magazines. Barely a third of an inch in profile, you'll find Kindle fits perfectly in your hands.
Simple to Use, No Computer Required
Unlike most electronic devices, we wanted to keep Kindle simple. Kindle is wireless and ready to use right out of the box–no setup, no cables, no software to install, no computer required.
Ergonomic Design
Precise 5-Way Controller
Long Battery Life
Long Battery Life—Read for Days Without Recharging
Wireless Access With Whispernet
Get Books in as Little as 60 Seconds
No Monthly Wireless Bills.
Global Coverage
Uses GSM technology—the most popular mobile wireless standard—with wireless coverage in over 100 countries.
Travel the Globe with Kindle
Carry Your Library in 10.2 Ounces
Holds Over 1,500 Books
Automatic Library Backup: Re-Download Your Books Wirelessly
Enhanced Reading
Lose Yourself in Your Reading
Paper-Like Screen
Read in Sunlight with No Glare
Sharp Display of Images and Photos
Adjustable Text Size
Built-In PDF Reader
Newspaper Reading.
Bookmarks and Annotations.
Full Image Zoom
Images and photos display crisply on Kindle and can be zoomed to the full size of the screen.
Personal Document Service Via Whispernet
You can transfer personal documents to your Kindle via USB for free at any time. Learn more
Built-In Dictionary with Instant Lookup
Wireless Access to Wikipedia
Search
Audiobooks
Read Kindle Books on All Your Devices
Social Networks
Popular Highlights
Collections
Font Improvements
Password Protection
The experimental category represents features we are still working on to enhance the Kindle experience even further. Try them out and let us know what you think.
Read-to-Me
Basic Web Browser
Listen to Music & Podcasts
