Amazon.com Upgrades Kindle, Adds $139 Wi-Fi Version
Amazon.com has launched a new version of the Kindle. Amazon.com's new electronic reader is smaller and lighter, but still provides a 6-inch electronic ink screen. The new Kindle offers 20% faster page turns and double the storage. Amazon.com says the device can store 3,500 books. The new 3G model is available in graphite or white. The 3G Kindle can be purchased here on Amazon.com for $189.
Amazon.com also launched a version of the Kindle that does not include the convenient 3G wireless technology. However, the Kindle Wi-Fi version is $50 cheaper at $139. The Kindle Wi-Fi reader can be purchased here on Amazon.com.
Amazon.com CEO Jeff Bezos said, "Kindle is the best-selling product on Amazon for two years running. We lowered the price to $189 and sales growth tripled. Now, we are excited to introduce a new generation Kindle that is smaller, lighter, and faster, with 50 percent better contrast. Readers are going to do a double take when they see Kindle's bright new screen and feel how remarkably light the smaller 8.7 ounce design feels in one hand. If you don't need the convenience of 3G wireless, we have an incredible new price point-$139 for Kindle Wi-Fi. Kindle Wi-Fi has all the same features, same bookstore, same high-contrast electronic paper display, and it's even a tiny bit lighter at 8.5 ounces. At this price point, many people are going to buy multiple units for the home and family."
