Thursday July 29
 
21:46
 
New Kindles arrive

Amazon just announced the latest generation of Kindle – in WIFI and 3G versions:

• 3G version – $189
• WIFI version – $139

Although many people discount the 3G saying they don’t need to be able to download books when out the house, the 3G is astoundingly useful because it syncs your position with Amazon. That means if you pick up an iPhone or iPad and use the Kindle app (which I often do), it will pick up from where you left off on your Kindle. I wouldn’t recommend skimping on 3G.

Interestingly, the new Kindle has a WebKit based browser. Here are all the new features (3G version.)

Kindle is our #1 bestselling item for two years running. It’s also the most-wished-for, most-gifted, and has the most 5-star reviews of any product on Amazon. Now it’s even better.

• All-New, High-Contrast E-Ink Screen – 50% better contrast than any other e-reader
• Read in Bright Sunlight – No glare
• New and Improved Fonts – New crisper, darker fonts
• New Sleek Design – 21% smaller body while keeping the same 6″ size reading area
• 15% Lighter – Only 8.7 ounces, weighs less than a paperback
• Battery Life of One Month – A single charge lasts up to one month with wireless off
• Double the Storage – Up to 3,500 Books
• Books in 60 Seconds – Download books anytime, anywhere
• Free 3G Wireless – No monthly payments, no annual contracts
• Built-In Wi-Fi – In addition to the 3G wireless, you can connect to Wi-Fi hotspots
• 20% Faster Page Turns – Seamless reading
• Enhanced PDF Reader – With dictionary lookup, notes, and highlights
• New WebKit-Based Browser – Free 3G web browsing (experimental)