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 Will Kindle Popularize the eBook? The much talked about Amazon Kindle eBook reader is finally here! The 10.3 ounce is about the size of a paperback book and doesn’t even require a PC to download content. It connects to the Web via Amazon’s ” Whispernet,” a free high-speed cellular wireless network (Sprint EVDO). Books cost $10 with the first chapter of most books previewed for free. Subscriptions to newspapers ($6 to $15 a month), magazines ($1.25 to $3.49), and blogs (at least $1 a month) are available as well, but since most of this content is available free online this is a harder sell than the books. Kindle uses an electronic paper screen that uses minimal power, since the display is readable with the power off, theis results in long battery life. Will this be the device that brings eBooks to the masses, at close to $400 and $10 per book, not likely.
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Amazon Info Leaked - “Kindle” E-Book Reader To Debut Monday
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, 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.
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