Tired off carrying around books to read on those long work trips? Ever run out of reading materials because you didn’t pack enough? Your backs need no longer suffer and you won’t have to worry about luggage surcharges by the airlines. Amazon is set to release the new generation of the Kindle 2, so now you can just grab and go, taking your entire library with you.
The Kindle 2 is replacing the first-generation Kindle, which got a lot of hype but was not as popular as expected. Like most first-gen products, it had its problems. The Kindle 2 will be released on February 24, and contains an updated interface, and is lighter and much slimmer (just over 1/3 of an inch) than its predecessor. This device allows users to download e-books using the 3G wireless network, weighs 10.2 ounces and has a 6” diagonal display. The Kindle 2 comes with 2 GB of internal storage, although not upgradable, which is roughly enough space to store 1,500 e-books. The device charges through both a mini-USB cable or power adapter and the battery is estimated to last up to 4 days per charge with the wireless connection enabled, or up to 2 weeks with the wireless connection disabled. If only our laptops could last that long!
At a cost of $359, this e-book reader is not cheap, but for some avid readers will be well worth the cost. To reserve your place in line, you can preorder the Kindle 2 from Amazon’s web site at www.amazon.com.
- John and Mike
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