Kindle 2: Amazon's New Wireless Reading Device (Latest Generation)
The next generation wireless reading device. With a sleek and thin design that makes Kindle 2 as thin as a typical magazine and lighter than a paperpack, the new Kindle has seven times more storage and now holds over 1,500 books. It has a longer battery life and faster page turns. An advanced display provides even crisper images and clearer text for an improved book-like reading experience. And Kindle 2 even reads to you, with “Read to Me”, our new Text to Speech feature.
With Kindle 2 we kept everything readers love about the original Kindle—the convenience of reading what you want, when you want it, the immediacy of getting a book wirelessly delivered in less than 60 seconds, and Kindle’s ability to “disappear” in your hands so you can get lost in the author’s words.
New Features & Enhancements
Slim & Lightweight : Just over 1/3 inch and 10.2 ounces
Books in under 60 seconds : Get books delivered in less than 60 seconds; no PC required
Improved Display : Reads like real paper; now boasts 16 shades of gray for crisp images and text; even reads well in bright sunlight
Longer Battery Life : 25% longer battery life; read for days without recharging
More Storage : Take your library with you; holds over 1,500 books
Faster Page Turns: 20% faster page turns
Read-to-Me : Text-to-Speech feature means Kindle can read every book, blog, magazine, and newspaper out loud.
No Wireless Bills : No monthly wireless bills, data plans, or commitments. Amazon pays for Kindle’s wireless connectivity so you won’t see a monthly wireless bill.
Large Selection : Over 230,000 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