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Kindle Fire Amazon Tablet and New Kindle eInk eReaders

If you're looking to buy a new Kindle in 2012 you're probably wondering which is the latest Kindle. We'll take you through the newest Kindles in the range and the latest features so you can decide which model is right for you.

NEW!! Kindle Touch, Kindle Touch 3G and Non Touch! And Kindle Fire tablet.

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Read about Kindle Fire Amazon Tablet
Find out about the Latest eInk Kindle Models

Kindle Fire

Amazon Tablet

New Kindle Fire Tablet available for pre-order for $199 - launch price.

Kindle Fire, Full Color 7" Multi-touch Display, Wi-Fi
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Yes, it's the much rumored Kindle Fire tablet pc. It has a color touch screen and access to lots of media.

See: Kindle Fire for more details.

Kindle Touch 3G

New Kindle Touch 3G. $149 with special offers. $189 without (launch prices).

Kindle Touch 3G, Free 3G + Wi-Fi, 6" E Ink Display
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Kindle Touch 3G, Free 3G + Wi-Fi, 6" E Ink Display - includes Special Offers & Sponsored Screensavers
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We've all been waiting for a touchscreen Kindle and the Kindle Touch is here. It doesn't have a keyboard so it's smaller than the Kindle 3 range.

The Kindle Touch 3G has free 3G wireless access included.

You can get the Kindle Touch 3G for a lower price if you agree to accept advertizing from Amazon on the device.

See: Kindle Touch for more details about the Kindle Touch and Touch 3G.

Kindle Touch

New Kindle Touch $99 with special offers, $139 without (launch prices).

Kindle Touch, Wi-Fi, 6" E Ink Display
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Kindle Touch, Wi-Fi, 6" E Ink Display - includes Special Offers & Sponsored Screensavers
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The Kindle Touch has Wifi access so you'll need to be near a Wifi network to download books.

Fine for use at home and coffee shops, but not so good for travelling.

The Kindle Touch has a multi-touch screen instead of a keyboard.

See: Kindle Touch for more details.

Kindle Non Touch

New Kindle Non Touch

Kindle, Wi-Fi, 6" E Ink Display - includes Special Offers & Sponsored Screensavers
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Kindle, Wi-Fi, 6" E Ink Display
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This basic Kindle Non Touch is the cheapest Kindle ever. It doesn't have a keyboard or a touchscreen, just a few buttons for navigation. If you just want a no frills eReader this is the entry level model.

There's also a $109 version without adverts (launch price).

Choosing a New Kindle

You have a lot of options when choosing a new Kindle! We'll break it down into steps.

First you need to choose between these options

1) I want a color touch tablet with media streaming. Choose the Kindle Fire.
2) I want an eInk reader. I don't need a keyboard. Choose a new Kindle Touch or Non Touch
3) I want an eInk reader with a keyboard. Choose a Kindle Keyboard (used to be Kindle 3)

Latest Kindle Buying Guide - eInk No Keyboard

New Kindle 2011 eInk Range

Kindle, Wi-Fi, 6" E Ink Display with Adverts
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Kindle, Wi-Fi, E Ink Display with Adverts
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Kindle, 3G, E Ink Display Touch with Adverts
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Latest Kindle Keyboard Models - eInk with Keyboard

Kindle 3 Keyboard

The Kindle 3 range of eInk readers with keyboards are still available. They have been renamed Kindle Keyboard. There are three main options to choose between:

Kindle Keyboard, Wi-Fi, 6" E Ink Pearl Display
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Kindle Keyboard 3G, Free 3G + Wi-Fi, 3G Works Globally, Graphite, 6" Display with New E Ink Pearl Technology
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Kindle DX, Free 3G, 3G Works Globally, Graphite, 9.7" Display with New E Ink Pearl Technology
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Kindle DX UK (must be bought from Amazon.com)

Two 6" screen models: Kindle 3G + Wifi and Kindle Wifi. And the 9" Kindle DX

So you'll need to decide which size of screen you want. 6" is standard screensize and good for travelers. The 9" DX is good for viewing detailed or scientific diagrams and kindle users with poorer eyesight such as seniors - you can use a larger font size and still get a good amount of text on the page.

If you have chosen the 6" size then you need to choose between Wifi and Wifi + 3G. The Wifi option gives you allows you to connect for free to Wifi hotspots at home and across the US - both 6" models come with Wifi. You can additionally get 3G support which allows you to connect for free through the mobile phone network in the US and over 100 countries across the world.

3G is the better option for those who don't have a Wifi network at home, and for those who travel and need to be able to connect wherever they are. The cheaper Wifi option is okay if you have a Wifi network at home and are okay with only having a connection when you find a Wifi hotspot.

If you go for the 6" 3G then you get to choose the color, it comes in graphite or white.

And one last decision if you choose a 6" Kindle, you can get a price reduction if you agree to receive advertising from Amazon on your Kindle (this is an option when you buy the Kindle at Amazon.)

These are the models with special offers and sponsored adverstising:

Kindle, Wi-Fi, 6" E Ink Pearl Display - includes Special Offers & Sponsored Screensavers
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Kindle 3G, Free 3G + Wi-Fi, 3G Works Globally, Graphite, 6" Display with New E Ink Pearl Technology - includes Special Offers & Sponsored Screensavers
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Find out more about the new Kindle Range

Will there be a new Kindle in 2012?

Quite possibly ...

There are rumours of new Kindle devices in 2012. Likely options include:

- a Kindle eReader with a backlight. This would compete with the new NOOK Simple Touch with GlowLight.
- a 10" Kindle Fire tablet to compete more directly with the iPad

Latest New Kindle 2012 Rumors

EReader for Kids: LeapPad Explorer

The new LeapPad Explorer offers lots of interactive books to help kids learn to read and love books. Age 4-8. Get them one so you can read your Kindle in peace :-)

Will you be Buying a New Kindle in 2012?

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boubee May 17, 2012 @ 10:17 pm | delete

what the different with the new one??

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tembrooke Dec 13, 2011 @ 8:05 pm | delete

I want a Kindle, but no money for toys this year. My cousin just got a Kindle Fire and said how much he likes it. Maybe someday I'll have one...

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TopToysForKids Dec 1, 2011 @ 3:24 am | delete

Nice breakdown on the screen sizes. Thorough lens my friend.

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Ella90 Nov 11, 2011 @ 5:05 pm | delete

Of course they have to release a new version just after I buy the old version. Think I'll be waiting quite a bit till I upgrade, by which point they'll probably release a new version