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Product Description

Introducing Kindle™ Three years ago, we set out to design and build an entirely new class of device—a convenient, portable reading device with the ability to wirelessly download books, blogs, magazines, and newspapers. The result is Amazon Kindle. We designed Kindle to provide an exceptional reading experience. Thanks to electronic paper, a revolutionary new display technology, you’ll find reading Kindle’s screen is as sharp and natural as reading ink on paper—and nothing like the strain and glare of a computer screen. Kindle is also easy on the fingertips. It never becomes hot, and is designed for ambidextrous use so both “lefties” and “righties” can read comfortably at any angle for long periods of time. We wanted Kindle to be completely mobile and simple to use for everyone, so we made it wireless. No PC and no syncing needed. Using the same 3G network as advanced cell phones, we deliver your content using our own wireless delivery system, Amazon Whispernet. Unlike WiFi, you’ll never need to locate a hotspot. There are no confusing service plans, yearly contracts, or monthly wireless bills—we take care of the hassles so you can just read. With Whispernet, you can be anywhere, think of a book, and get it in one minute. Similarly, your content automatically comes to you, wherever you are. Newspaper subscriptions are delivered wirelessly each morning. Most magazines arrive before they hit newsstands. Haven’t read the book for tomorrow night’s book club? Get it in a minute. Finished your book in the airport? Download the sequel while you board the plane. Whether you’re in the mood for something serious or hilarious, lighthearted or studious, Kindle delivers your spontaneous reading choices on demand. We’re very proud to introduce Kindle and we hope you enjoy it as much as we do. - The Amazon Kindle Team

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Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #1 in Amazon Devices
• Color: Bisque
• Brand: Amazon
• Dimensions: .70" h x 5.30" w x 7.50" l, .65 pounds

Features

• Revolutionary electronic-paper display provides a sharp, high-resolution screen that looks and reads like real paper.
• Simple to use: no computer, no cables, no syncing.
• Wireless connectivity enables you to find, buy, and read instantly—whether you’re in the back of a taxi, at the airport, or in bed.
• Shop the Kindle Store directly from your Kindle.
• Buy a book and it is auto-delivered wirelessly in less than one minute.

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Customer Reviews

Life Changing!
I really can't add much from a technical standpoint that hasn't been addressed in the other 3,800 reviews, but from a personal standpoint after having mine for about 2 months I can honestly say that if you read voraciously, the Kindle will change your life for the better. I take mine everywhere and love having the flexibility to read anything from Stephen King to the Tao te Ching at the push of a button depending on my mood at the moment. I usually take half a dozen books on vacation and agonize over which ones to carry on the plane, but this time I just took my Kindle and was happy as a clam. The ability to sample books and newspapers is really cool and has saved me from buying some real stinkers. It also gives me a good feeling from an environmental standpoint since no trees are harmed in the production of my reading material. Finally, I like the fact that the classics are dirt cheap and plentiful, while bestsellers are reasonably priced and generally available. Since I got my Kindle, Amazon has added at least 10,000 titles, with more new material to choose from every day.
Yes, there could be improvements and there will be improvements down the road, but I'm very happy with mine as it is now. Finally, those who complain about the carrying case should check out the discussion boards on how to mount the device properly. I didn't get it right at first, but once I did the case worked fine.

Difficult to handle
Kindle keeps falling out of the leather cover. Why bother with cover? Not enough room on face of Kindle to hold without accidently touching the Next or Back page button. Have had hand cramps trying to be careful where my fingers were placed. With a paper book I could at least put my thumb between pages to hold the book securely.

Kindld - almost there
I was quite excited about the Kindle - and still am - but returned mine while waiting for a few things to be fixed (I hope) in the next release. So much is great- the wireless downloads of books, the electronic ink, the way you can dogear or bookmark - all the hard stuff really. However, Amazon needs to fix the page forward button so it doesn't require careful placing of your hands while reading to keep from advancing the page. That makes reading less than enjoyable. The power switch needs to be on the front not the back. Seems like a small thing but because of the page buttons, you tend to hit them everytime you go to turn off the Kindle. With only one "side of the page", Amazon gives you a leather folio in which to put the Kindle while reading and transporting - but the Kindle doesn't stay in snugly so it doesn't really work. Need to fix that or better yet make it open up onto two pages with screens. OK - cost is probably prohibitve but maybe some day? Once addressed, I would definitely by another - mostly for travel. I would still read paper books at home.