Amazon Kindle DX Wireless Reading
Last update : 15 January 2010
- Review by Gizmodo
Kindle DX is the successor of Kindle wireless reading that i’ve posted earlier. Kindle DX features bigger screen (ie. 9.7″ diagonal E Ink® electronic paper display, 1200 x 824 pixel resolution at 150 ppi, 16-level gray scale.), holds up to 3,500 books instead of just 1,500 and has automatic rotation instead of manual.
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Kindle DX Reviews
Gizmodo reviews the Kindle DX and writes;
“In summary: Best ebook reader to date, Native PDF support, Larger screen means (almost) everything is easier to read, E-Ink screen is easy on the eyes and battery efficient, but makes pages slow to “turn” and does not come in color, Textbooks would be ideal, so let’s see the deals, $489 price tag is steep, No zooming means some PDFs will be unreadable”
Engadget reviews the Kindle DX and writes;
“At 9.7 inches, it’s basically the size of the entire Kindle 2, which allows for some adorable family photos, but also means that it’s the size of most paperback books — reading a book on the DX feels entirely more like reading a novel, because you’re seeing the same amount of content on each page. It’s actually quite noticeable.”
CNET hands-on reviews the Kindle DX and writes;
“All in all, we came away liking the Kindle DX and think it certainly advances the concept of e-reading. That the New York Times, Washington Post, and Boston Globe are all dropping the prices of their subscription rates to $9.99 (details of what sort of commitment length is involved are yet to be announced) makes this an appealing device for train commuters looking to get their news fixes each morning from their favorite papers.”
ireaderreview reviews the Kindle DX and writes;
“The Kindle DX is a very good choice if you are looking for a textbook reader or a reader for business documents – get a Kindle DX if you can live with the higher price. Its also an excellent choice if you have low vision. Kindle DX is a reasonable choice for reading newspapers and magazines.”
SlashGear reviews the Kindle DX and writes;
“PDF support is a nice addition, and we’ve had no problems loading files onto the Kindle DX either via the wireless Whispernet service (where you email the PDF – or indeed a variety of file formats, including HTML, DOC, RTF, JPEG, GIF, PNG and BMP – to your DX’s unique email address, and it’s converted en-route) or via a USB connection to PC or Mac. There’s 3.3GB of user-accessible space, more than twice what the Kindle 2 offers.”
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Kindle DX User Reviews
Different and Better,By Alexander Scherr
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“PROS:
– the larger screen is a definite plus. I use the larger type size on my Kindle 2 (older eyes), and at this type size I get far more text per page on the DX. This makes the whole reading experience more book-like (and should be a boon to people who buy large-print books.)
– the screen is also sharper and crisper than my Kindle 2 in a side-by-side comparison: the text is darker, and the contrast is much better, making for better visibility overall. “
Sorry Sony PRS-505… I’m moving on, By Mahlers2nd “Mom of Many Interests”
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“…I play cello and many of my music books are available in PDF format — again the Kindle is wonderful for carrying all my music with me at one time. Turning pages is faster and easier than with a physical book. The kindle sits well on the music stand (though you want to make sure the tray of the music stand is taller than the Kindle or the Kindle will be “top heavy” making the bottom slide forward and potentially falling off the stand….”
DX not quite all that, By Susan Lynn Umpleby “Susan Umpleby”
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“…The ability to rotate the screen is great. Gives you a closer look at things like maps and charts.The browser is a bit faster than on the K1 or K2, though that isn’t saying much–it is still very clunky to use.But web pages look pretty good on the DX… “
Kindle DX Features/Specifications
Display: 9.7″ diagonal E Ink® electronic paper display, 1200 x 824 pixel resolution at 150 ppi, 16-level gray scale.
Size (in inches): 10.4″ x 7.2″ x 0.38″.
Weight: 18.9 ounces.
System requirements: None, because it doesn’t require a computer.
Storage: 4GB internal (approximately 3.3GB available for user content).
Battery Life: Read on a single charge for up to 1 week with wireless on. Turn wireless off and read for up to 2 weeks. Battery life will vary based on wireless usage, such as shopping the Kindle Store and downloading content. In low-coverage areas or in EDGE/GPRS-only coverage, wireless usage will consume battery power more quickly.
Charge Time: Fully charges in approximately 4 hours via the included U.S. power adapter. Also supports charging from your computer via the included USB 2.0 cable.
Connectivity: HSDPA modem (3G) with a fallback to EDGE/GPRS; utilizes Amazon Whispernet to provide wireless coverage via AT&T’s 3G high-speed data network in the U.S. and partner networks outside of the U.S. See Wireless Terms and Conditions.
USB Port: USB 2.0 (micro-USB connector) for connection to the Kindle DX power adapter or optionally to connect to a PC or Macintosh computer.
Audio: 3.5mm stereo audio jack, built-in stereo speakers.
Content Formats Supported: Kindle (AZW), PDF, TXT, Audible (formats 4, Audible Enhanced (AAX)), MP3, unprotected MOBI, PRC natively; HTML, DOC, RTF, JPEG, GIF, PNG, BMP through conversion.
Included Accessories: U.S. power adapter (supports 100V-240V), USB 2.0 cable, rechargeable battery. Book cover sold separately.
Documentation: Quick Start Guide (included in box) [PDF]; Kindle DX User’s Guide (pre-installed on device) [PDF].
Warranty and Service: 1-year limited warranty and service included. Optional 2-year Extended Warranty available for U.S. customers sold separately. Use of Kindle is subject to the Kindle License Agreement and Terms of Use.
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