Amazon’s Kindle Wireless Reading Device

Amazon’s Kindle Wireless Reading Device was first released in the US in November 2007. When it was initially released, this electronic book reader was sold out in just a few hours and continued to be sold out until April of the following year. This device has a wireless setup that allows you to connect to a wifi network so you can download ebooks from Amazon.

Amazon’s new reading device has an electronic paper display that uses high resolution screen. They use their own wireless delivery system, Amazon Whispernet that uses the same technology for advanced mobile phones. This wireless connectivity allows you to shop at the Kindle store for your favorite books, up-to-date magazines, or your favorite newspaper – whether you may be in the airport or just relaxing at home. Amazon’s Kindle is so easy to use that it needs no computer or any cables.

As of July 2009, more than 300,000 ebooks are available for download. Top US newpapers like The New York Times, Washington Post, or Wall Street Journal can also be downloaded. Leading magazines that includes TIME and Forbes can also be auto-delivered wirelessly in less than a minute. The use of this ebook reader does not have any monthly wireless bills – simply click, buy and read.

Reviews regarding this new electronic reading device tell us that it’s a great purchase because it is easy to use and very portable. Its free built-in wireless capabilities, Amazon Whispernet, and PC-free operation provide an advantage over the others. Most ebooks in Kindle also provides their first chapters for free in case you want to scan its contents first.

In February of 2009, Amazon has released a new model, Kindle 2 that provides a bigger storage capacity and an improved battery life, and faster page refreshing. However, in June 2009, they released their newest model which is the Kindle DX that allows you to store up 3500 non-illustrated ebooks, and has an accelerometer – which automatically rotates pages between landscape or portrait orientations if the device is turned on its side.