Amazon's Kindle 2 Wireless Reading Device

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New Amazon Wireless Reading Device Kindle 2

Amazon's Kindle 2 is coming with a well deserved splash; it really is a cutting-edge wireless reading device. The new Kindle has improved and new features, I'll describe all features later. The available memory is 1.4 Gigabytes and with such large memory Kindle 2 does not need a slot for SD memory cards. I predict, Kindle 2 will make the best gift of 2009.

The internal memory of the Amazon Kindle can hold approximately 200 non-illustrated titles.
Users can download content from Amazon in AZW - Kindle format or load unprotected Mobipocket (PRC, MOBI) or plain text content.

Amazon offers an email-based service that will convert HTML, Microsoft DOC, PDF, Pictures JPEG, GIF, PNG, and BMP documents to AZW format.
It also supports audio in the form of MP3s and Audible 2, 3, and 4 audiobooks, which must be transferred to the Kindle over USB

Users benefits are:
  • They can select reading material through the Kindle or a computer at the Amazon Kindle store
  • They can download content through the Kindle Store
  • Also send documents to a conversion service which will send a Kindle-formatted file to the device directly for $0.10 or to a personal e-mail account for free
  • Play music from MP3 files in random order in the background
  • Images and photos display on Kindle and can be zoomed to the full size of the screen
  • Wireless Access to Wikipedia

The device comes with electronic editions of
  • Owner's manual
  • The New Oxford American Dictionary.

The Kindle is constructed and sold at Amazon stores

To promote the new Kindle, author Stephen King has written a novella called UR, which is available exclusively as a Kindle download.

Note: With Whispernet and the Sprint national high-speed "EVDO" data network, the Kindle could be utilized weather you have a computer handy or not.

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Kindle 2:
Amazon's New Wireless Reading Device
(Latest Generation)

This item was released on February 24, 2009.

Be careful, last time Kindle sold in a matter of 5-6 hours. Amazon prioritize orders on a first come, first served basis, Kindle 1 owners have priority. Looks like they have a huge stock this time, but we never know.

Details:
Slim: Just over 1/3 of an inch, as thin as most magazines

Lightweight: At 10.2 ounces, lighter than a typical paperback

Wireless: 3G wireless lets you download books right from your Kindle, anytime, anywhere; no monthly fees, service plans, or hunting for Wi-Fi hotspots

Books in Under 60 Seconds: Get books delivered in less than 60 seconds; no PC required

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: With the new Text-to-Speech feature, Kindle can read every book, blog, magazine, and newspaper out loud to you

An Incredible Large Selection: Over 230,000 books plus U.S. and international newspapers, magazines, and blogs available">

Good luck, I think the Kindle 2 is a superb gift!

Videos about Kindle 2 

You can learn how to kindle properly watching 2-3 videos. Also you will find out important features, how and where you can find what you want to read.
Enjoy!


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Good news about Kindle 2 

Amazon Kindle 2
Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos said he's "determined" to keep the Kindle 2 in stock.
I hope he can deliver as request is definitely larger then the previous version of Kindle.


Popular Kindle Features

Kindle 2 includes all the features Kindle customers enjoy every day:
  • Choose from six text sizes
  • Add bookmarks, notes, and highlights
  • Read personal documents such as Microsoft Word and PDF, and view images, all delivered wirelessly
  • Search Web, Wikipedia.org, Kindle Store, and Your Kindle Library where customers purchased content is stored
  • No setup required, Kindle comes ready to use, no software to load or set up

The Kindle Store now includes many additional magazines and newspapers, such as The New Yorker, and more.
Magazines and newspaper subscriptions are auto-delivered wirelessly to Kindle overnight so that the latest edition is waiting for customers when they wake up. Monthly Kindle newspaper subscriptions are $5.99 to $14.99 per month, and Kindle magazines are $1.25 to $3.49 per month.

Kindle 2 vs. Kindle 1 

If you have a Kinder 1 you probably ask yourself why I should bother with Kindle 2.

I'll lay out the differences, and you will be the judge.

They kept everything readers have on the original Kindle and they added a few improvements I am sure you'll enjoy:
  • Improved navigation: Kindle has a new easy-to-use 5-way controller, enabling precise on-screen navigation for selecting text to highlight or looking up words
  • Sleeker design: Just over 1/3 of an inch, Kindle is as thin as most magazines and lighter than a typical paperback (10.2 ounces) which definitely makes Kindle 2 a portable devise
  • Improved Display: Read like real paper; now boasts 16 shades of gray for clear text and crisper images.
  • More memory: Kindle 2 comes with 1.4 Gigabytes of available internal memory so you can carry over 1,500 titles and no longer need an SD memory slot for additional storage.
  • Longer battery life: With Kindle's 25% longer battery life, you can read on a single charge for up to 4 days with wireless on. Turn wireless off and read for up to 2 weeks. Battery life will vary based on wireless usage, example - shopping at Kindle Store and downloading content.
  • Read-to-Me: remarkable text-to-speech feature, Kindle can read every book, blog, magazine, and newspaper out loud to you
  • Integrated power and USB: You can now use a single cord to charge your Kindle from a power outlet or connect it to a USB port for charging and file transfer
  • Expanded Kindle's national coverage: to include more cities and areas in all 50 states, enabling wireless downloads of books, newspapers, magazines, and blogs
  • Whispernet wireless connection that utilizes Amazon's optimized technology and Sprint's national high-speed (EVDO) data network: used to enable us to wirelessly search, download and read content on the go. With Whispernet, you can be anywhere in Sprint's high-speed data network coverage area, think of a book, and get it in one minute. Similarly, newspaper subscriptions are delivered wirelessly each morning and most magazines arrive before they hit newsstands.

We can use Kindle 2 outside the wireless service area because Kindle 2 was designed with the traveler in mind.
With a computer with an internet connection and a USB port, you can buy and download content from anywhere in the world. You can make purchases from the
Kindle Store on Amazon, download items to your computer, and transfer the files to your Kindle using the USB connect

Kindle 2 On eBay 

Kindle 2 can have an affordable price on eBay, look it over:

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Kindle 1 on eBay plus accesories 

Kindle 1 is still a good buy and you can find incredible bargains on eBay, look it over. You can find accessories good for both Kindle 1 and 2.

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Kindle 2 Accessories 


GelaSkins Protective Skin for Amazon Kindle 2
(Bookshelf)


Product Description


Compatibility: Kindle 2

Removable art print protects your Kindle 2 from scratches and dust without adding bulk.This is for back cover only not full case

Patented micro-channels within the adhesive allow for a bubble-free application

3M technology makes for easy, repositionable application and clean removal with no residue

Ultra thin (< 2 mm) design




GelaSkins Protective Skin for Amazon Kindle 2
(Contortionist)

Product Description
GelaSkins are removable vinyl skins for protecting and customizing your portable devices. They feature photo-quality graphics ranging from fine art prints to contemporary urban images designed by our growing family of artists from around the world. GelaSkins protect your Kindle with a durable anti-scratch, anti-UV coating. With patented adhesive technology by 3M, GelaSkins remove residue-free when you want to remove them or switch them for another design.
Technical Details:
Compatibility: Kindle 2, removable art print protects your Kindle 2 from scratches and dust without adding bulk, patented micro-channels within the adhesive allow for a bubble-free application, 3M technology makes for easy, repositionable application and clean removal with no residue, ultra thin (< 2 mm) design.




GelaSkins Protective Skin for Amazon Kindle 2
(Gold Flowers)


Product Description:

Compatibility: Kindle 2

Removable art print protects your Kindle 2 from scratches and dust without adding bulk.This is for back cover only not full case.

Patented micro-channels within the adhesive allow for a bubble-free application

3M technology makes for easy, repositionable application and clean removal with no residue

Ultra thin (< 2 mm) design




Amazon Kindle 2 Leather Cover

Product Description
Designed by Amazon, this is the official leather book cover for Kindle 2. This unique book cover is not only stylish, but offers optimal protection and comfort. A patent-pending hinge secures your Kindle to the cover. Simply attach Kindle 2 into the cover and rest assured it will stay firmly in place even when you're on the go. The genuine black leather is sturdy, offering the best protection for your Kindle; and the soft charcoal interior protects the screen from scratches.

This lightweight cover is contoured to fit Kindle 2's smooth, rounded edges. Reading with the cover on, you can easily access Kindle's navigation features and power switch, while still enjoying a perfect fit in your hands. Premium black leather exterior




2-Year Extended Warranty for Kindle 2

From the Manufacturer
Every Kindle 2 comes with a one-year manufacturer's warranty. With the 2-Year Extended Warranty for Kindle 2, you can extend your coverage for an additional year and protect against accidental drops or damage. This helps avoid the inconvenience and costs associated with a broken device. The warranty stays with the device even if it is gifted or sold to another party.

The 2-Year Extended Warranty for Kindle 2 is offered and sold by an experienced service management company, Service Net Retail Solutions, LLC ("Service Net"). If your Kindle 2 experiences a covered failure during the warranty's term, Service Net will replace your unit at no additional cost. Service Net will even cover shipping costs for both the defective and replacement unit.

What is Covered:
* Two years of coverage for failures due to normal operation of device
* Two years of coverage for damage attributed to lightening or power surges
* Two years of coverage (limited to a single claim) for accidental drops or damage

How it Works:
* Purchase 2-Year Extended Warranty for Kindle 2 for your qualifying Kindle 2 (you will receive an information packet in the mail)
* Contact Service Net customer service at (877) 441-3836 if your Kindle 2 fails
* Receive a replacement Kindle 2 and return your damaged device to Service Net




Mighty Bright XtraFlex2 Clip-On Light
(Black, Kindle Compatible)



Product Description

The Mighty Bright XtraFlex2 Light is a battery operated clamp-on accessory that is custom designed to illuminate your Kindle Wireless Reading device. Two Super LED lights in one head gives you the lighting power of 6 normal LEDs. You have the option of using one or two of the Super LED lights with just a simple tap of the proprietary sensor switch. The flexible neck allows you to position your lighting anywhere you want it. With the XtraFlex2, you can take your Kindle anywhere--in bed, on the bus or train, and have proper illumination at your fingertips.






Amazon Kindle 2 Replacement Power Adapter

Product Description
Replace or supplement your Amazon Kindle 2 power adapter with a spare. This adapter is the same as the one that ships in the box with your Kindle 2. Simply plug the adapter into a wall outlet and connect to your Kindle 2's micro USB port for recharging. Its universal design means that it works around the world, with the help of a physical country adapter plug (sold separately). The power adapter's detachable USB cable can be used to connect your Kindle 2 to a computer or USB hub for either powering your Kindle through the computer or for transferring MP3 or Audible files onto your Kindle.





iGo Everywhere PS00252-0003 Universal Wall
(AC) and Auto
(DC) Charger with Retractable Cable


Product Features
Charge your mobile device at home or on the road includes both AC and DC chargers
Compatible with interchangeable power tips supporting multiple brands and models
Small and lightweight for convenience, portability and storage
Includes travel organizer for easy travel
Automatically regulates voltage and current, no manual voltage switch


Product Details
Product Dimensions: 3.3 x 2 x 1.1 inches ; 8 ounces
Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces

Kindle Magazines with Free Wireless Delivery via Amazon 

Just Kindle, isn't this grate? Kindle Magazine Subscriptions:

  • Your Kindle Magazine is auto-delivered wirelessly when the physical issue hits the newsstand, but you don't have to go there to get it, and the low monthly price is worth the effort, no gas to drive, no time spend, no keep in mind when the next one is coming
  • It's risk free - all Kindle Magazine subscriptions start with a 14-day free trial, you can cancel at any time during the free trial period. If you enjoy your subscription, it will automatically continue at the regular monthly price
  • Don't have a Kindle 2?, browse this lens and get one
  • The Price you see is Monthly Price which includes free wireless delivery via Amazon

Enjoy your favorite Magazines!

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You can get Subscriptions for your favorite Newspapers 

Kindle Newspaper Subscriptions.

Your Kindle Newspaper is delivered automatically and wirelessly to your Kindle, so it's waiting for you to read first thing in the morning.

It's risk free - all Kindle Newspaper subscriptions start with a 14-day free trial. You can cancel at any time during the trial period. If you enjoy your subscription, do nothing and it will automatically continue at the regular price.

Delivered Daily except Sunday, the price listed is subscription per Month.

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    Jewelsofawe Jewelsofawe Oct 17, 2009 @ 1:02 pm
    Great lens on the kindle! Congrats on being an angel! I saw you at squidoo marketing talking about Gypsy Owl. I got that same message.
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    tdove tdove Mar 12, 2009 @ 5:06 pm
    Thanks for joining G Rated Lense Factory!
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    Michey Michey Mar 3, 2009 @ 8:32 am | in reply to messel
    Yes, I am now part of the 2 groups, Thanks
    Michey
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    messel messel Mar 3, 2009 @ 8:12 am
    Hello Michey,
    Really liked your lens information on the Kindle 2.
    I added a link to this on my http://www.squidoo.com/KindleTwo lens, and would love it if you would like to join two new groups I formed today.
    http://www.squidoo.com/groups/Kindle2
    http://www.squidoo.com/groups/eReaders
    The idea is to get some interlense links cooking for all the Kindle 2, and eReader interest/info we squid members have.
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    messel messel Mar 3, 2009 @ 8:12 am
    Hello Michey,
    Really liked your lens information on the Kindle 2.
    I added a link to this on my http://www.squidoo.com/KindleTwo lens, and would love it if you would like to join two new groups I formed today.
    http://www.squidoo.com/groups/Kindle2
    http://www.squidoo.com/groups/eReaders
    The idea is to get some interlense links cooking for all the Kindle 2, and eReader interest/info we squid members have.
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