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| Kindle: Amazon's New Wireless Reading Device | 
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| Buy New: $359.00
Avg. Customer Rating:  (based on 3481 reviews)
Sales Rank: 1
Category: Amazon Devices
Publisher: Amazon
Studio: Amazon
Brand: Amazon
Label: Amazon
Color: Bisque
Media: Electronics
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.7
Dimensions (in): 7.5 x 5.3 x 0.7
UPC: 892685001003
EAN: 0892685001003
ASIN: B000FI73MA
Shipping: Eligible for Super Saver Shipping
Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours
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| Features:
| • | Revolutionary electronic-paper display provides a sharp, high-resolution screen that looks and reads like real paper. | | • | Simple to use: no computer, no cables, no syncing. | | • | Wireless connectivity enables you to find, buy, and read instantly—whether you’re in the back of a taxi, at the airport, or in bed. | | • | Shop the Kindle Store directly from your Kindle. | | • | Buy a book and it is auto-delivered wirelessly in less than one minute. |
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| Customer Reviews: Read 3476 more reviews...
 Don't hesitate to buy the Kindle! July 9, 2008
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
The Kindle is wonderful. You won't regret buying it! One of the best features is the instant download feature. I was on the phone with a friend across the country and he was telling me of a great book he had just finished reading. Within minutes I had added it to my Kindle and was reading shortly thereafter.
Yes, the buttons are oddly placed but, you get used to the buttons after awhile. The display is perfect and does not glare at all and works with polarized sunglasses. When I am engrossed in a book, I catch myself trying to turn pages. Basically, this is a great device and I don't regret buying it at all!
Kindle Krazy July 9, 2008
5 out of 5 found this review helpful
Since purchasing the kindle as a gift for my husband, I can truthfully say that he has thoroughly enjoyed reading the books he has downloaded from the amazon site. He says that reading a book on the kindle is exceptionally easier than reading books in hardback or paperback form.... you can never lose your place with a kindle. I wouldn't know because after 6 weeks I still haven't been able to get my hands on it.
is $350 a lot for this product? July 9, 2008
0 out of 4 found this review helpful
not if you like to read and you travel a lot
good aspects-free download of first chapter of many books to sample
holds plenty of books, no glare, ease of use
not so good aspects-many common books you'd find in the library are not available, charts and graphs in textbooks cannot be enlarged, the device is not held as easily as a book, it is easier to find books you might be interested in reading at a bookstore or library, finding books of interest via kindle is much more difficult
smokin' kindle July 8, 2008
5 out of 5 found this review helpful
Though the Kindle will not be in the running for an IDEA or IF award, what it does design well is a thoughtful reading experience. And once you are submerged in a digital book, how cool it looks recedes to the insignificant. It is both a practical device and an inspired one, particularly with its wireless potential and integrated ordering service and extras. I'm reading more because of it and (alas) buying more: it's too easy (and less costly for e-editions). Amazon really nailed the concept. It should become the bibliophile's version of the iPod.
 Do Not Order If You Need The Item in a Hurry July 8, 2008
2 out of 18 found this review helpful
My rating concerns the Amazon Kindle department and not the actual item. DO NOT ORDER THIS ITEM IF YOU NEED IT IMMEDIATELY. I purchased this item on July 3 and paid extra for the 2 day delivery guaranteed by July 8. The item never even left the Kindle department until July 8, even though Amazon sent me an email on July 5 stating that item had left the facility and was in transit. No one from the Kindle could even provide a reason as to why. No one could even explain why they would send me an email saying the item had been shipped vis UPS on July 5 when it did not actually leave until July 8. The Kindle itself is a great item, but make sure you have plenty of time before you need it.
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