The new Amazon's Kindle 2.0 and the other Ebook Readers

The new Amazon's Kindle 2.0 has brought a tsunami in the Ebook Reader market. You have to examine many hardware and software specifications to make your opinion about these electronic readers. Today people make a daily usage of their mobile phone which has become a basic necessity. Of course to have a mobile reader can become a need during these years of technology.

Here the specifications of some models that compete with Kindle 2.0 to help you make a complete analysis of quality as well as price.


Kindle 2.0 Technical Specifications with Courtesy Amazon:
1.Price: $359
2.Display: 6″ diagonal E-Ink® electronic paper display, 600 x 800 pixel resolution at 167 ppi, 16-level gray scale.
3.Size (in inches): 8″ x 5.3″ x 0.36″.
4.Weight: 10.2 ounces.
5.System requirements: None, because it doesn’t require a computer.
6.Storage: 2GB internal (approximately 1.4GB available for user content).
7.Battery Life: Read on a single charge for up to 4 days with wireless on. Turn wireless off and read for up to two weeks. Battery life will vary based on wireless usage, such as shopping the Kindle Store and downloading content. In low coverage areas or in 1xRTT only coverage, wireless usage will consume battery power more quickly.
8.Charge Time: Fully charges in approximately 4 hours and supports charging from your computer via the included USB 2.0 cable.
9.Connectivity: EVDOmodem with fallback to 1xRTT; utilizes Amazon Whispernet to provide U.S wireless coverage via Sprint’s 3G high-speed data network (check wireless coverage). See Wireless Terms and Conditions.
10.USB Port: USB 2.0 (micro-B connector) for connection to the Kindle power adapter or optionally to connect to a PC or Macintosh computer.
11.Audio: 3.5mm stereo audio jack, rear-mounted stereo speakers.
12.Content Formats Supported: Kindle (AZW), TXT, Audible (formats 4, Audible Enhanced (AAX)), MP3, unprotected MOBI, PRC natively; PDF, HTML, DOC, JPEG, GIF, PNG, BMP through conversion.
13.Included Accessories: Power adapter, USB 2.0 cable, rechargeable battery. Book cover sold separately.
14.Documentation: Quick Start Guide(included in box) [PDF]; Kindle 2 User’s Guide(pre-installed on device) [PDF].
15.Warranty and Service: 1 year limited warranty and service included. Optional 2 year Extended Warranty sold separately.

P.S. I strongly invite you to get the optional 2 year extended warranty. Two years of coverage for failures due to normal operation of device. Two years of coverage for damage attributed to lightning or power surges Two years of coverage (limited to a single claim) for accidental drops or damage




Sony Portable Reader PRS-500
1.Price: $2802. Size: 6.9-in. x 4.9-in. x 0.5-in.
3.Weight: 9 ounces
4.Battery: Approx 7500 page turns, charges in 4 hours from outlet, or 6 hours via USB
5.Memory: Stores up to 80 books on 64MB internal memory, and has slots for a Memory Stick or SD memory card
6.Display: 6-in. screen, 4-level grayscale (black and white)
7.Supported Formats: BBeB Book, HTML, Word, Rich Text Format, Plain Text,
8.Connectivity: USB
9.Audio: Plays MP3s through headphones


eBookwise-1150
1.Price: $140 (for model with 64MB memory)
2.Size: 5-in. x 7.5-in. x 1.5-in.
3.Weight: 18 ounces
4.Battery: 15 hours
5.Memory: Stores up to 100 books on 64MB internal memory
6.Display: 5.5-in. backlit touchscreen (stylus included), 16-level grayscale
7.Supported Formats: HTML, Word, Rich Text Format, Plain Text, Rocket ebook
8.Connectivity: Internal 33.6Kbps modem
9.Audio: None


IRex Technologies iLiad
1.Price: $695
2.Size: 8.5-in. x 6.1-in. x 0.63-in.
3.Weight: 13.7 ounces
4.Battery: 15 hours
5.Memory: 256MB internal memory (128MB available), and expandable with MMC, USB or CF card
6.Display: 8.1-in. WACOM-penabled touchscreen (stylus included), 16-level grayscale (black and white)
7.Supported Formats: HTML, Plain Text, PDF
8.Connectivity: Built-in WiFi (802.11 b/g) and Ethernet card
9.Features: Plays MP3s through built-in stereo speakers or headphones


Conclusion:
Some people use their iPhone to read online but I can’t bring it to compete here in spite of it saves money for online reading.
Sony has been a great competitor of the Kindle family and has its lovers.
My recommendation: if you are an enthusiast Ebook Reader, Kindle 2.0 is last Ebook Reader available now on the market New Wireless Reading Device (Latest Generation). To solve your Ebook Reading needs you can purchase the Amazon's Kindle 2.0 even it’s bit pricey. To read more click the below link
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Tedd McRibson

The New Amazon's Kindle 2.0 Wireless Ebook Reader.

The New Amazon's Kindle 2.0 Wireless Ebook Reader has been unveiled.
It's the next generation wireless reading device. It presents a very well design:
the new Kindle 2.0 is very slim (0.36 inches) and lighter (10.3 ounces) than a paperpack; the storage capacity has been enhanced so that it can hold over 1,500 books, magazines, periodicals and newspapers.

The new device has a much better button placement that brings an end to accidental button clicks. The battery life is 25% longer. You enjoy the faster page turns (20% faster) and an advanced display that brings a more brilliant images and clearer texts. It owns an advanced E-ink technology that makes it easy for you to read for long hours without putting strain on your eyes.
No more highlighting and pencils - the Kindle allows you to quickly mark important passages and make notes for future reference.

Kindle 2.0 comes with “Read to Me” feature which moves Text to Speech!
You can select and download a new book of your choice to reader without an Internet connection...You can also stay connected all the time with Kindle's 3G wireless connection through Whispernet network.
The books are delivered in less than 60 seconds.

Kindle 2.0 has a built in dictionary, you have a wireless access to Wikipedia.com, the world's most exhaustive and up-to-date encyclopaedia.
It is completely mobile. So you can read any book in your Kindle 2.0 whenever and wherever you like: home, in bed, work, train, bus, and plane, anywhere.
You can also download and listen to audiobooks and MP3 music, either directly through the Kindle 2.0, or, through earphones.

Using modern, fast 3G cell phone technology, you don't have any contracts or ongoing charges like with iPhone and other cell device. You save money using thé Amazon’s Kindle 2.0.

From the worlds of business, technology, sports, entertainment, politics, and more, many Blogs are delivered wirelessly to your Kindle 2.0 throughout the day.

Now is the Amazon’s Kindle 2.0 worth to Buy?
The new eReader is a bit pricey, and you do not have access to a color or backlit screen. But if you don’t own any eReader and if your reading needs worth at least $359 - Buy Your Kindle 2.0 - it is the best eReader available on the market now.

Tedd McRibson