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Kindle DX Wireless Reading Device, Free 3G, 9.7" Display, White, 3G Works Globally – 2nd Generation | 
| Brand: Amazon
Category: Amazon Devices
Buy New: $359.00
as of 9/7/2010 12:31 CDT details
New (1) Used (10) Refurbished (1) from $289.99
Seller: Amazon.com
Rating:  2118 reviews
Sales Rank: 77
Media: Electronics
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.2
Dimensions (in): 10.4 x 7.2 x 0.4
Model: D00801
UPC: 892685001232
EAN: 0892685001232
ASIN: B0015TG12Q
Release Date: January 19, 2010
Shipping: Eligible for FREE 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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Product Description
Sleek & Trim Kindle DX is as thin as most magazines. Just over a third of an inch in profile, you'll find Kindle DX fits perfectly in your hands. International Coverage: Enjoy 3G wireless coverage at home or abroad in over 100 countries. Beautiful Large Display Kindle DX's large display is ideal for a broad range of reading material, including graphic-rich books, PDFs, newspapers, magazines, and blogs. Kindle DX's display is two and a half times the size of the Kindle display. Whether you're reading the latest bestseller or a financial report, text and images are amazingly sharp on the 9.7" screen. Auto-Rotating Screen By simply turning the device, you can immediately see full-width landscape views of maps, graphs, tables and Web pages. Built-In PDF Reader Unload the loose documents from your briefcase or backpack, and put them all on Kindle DX. From neighborhood newsletters to financial statements to case studies and product manuals--you can take them all with you on Kindle DX. Native PDF support allows you to carry and read all of your personal and professional documents on the go. With Amazon's Whispernet service, you can send your documents directly to your Kindle DX and read them anytime, anywhere. 5-Way Controller Kindle DX has an easy-to-use 5-way controller, enabling precise on-screen navigation for selecting text to highlight or looking up words. Simple to Use, No Computer Required Kindle DX is completely wireless and ready to use right out of the box--no setup, no cables, no computer required. Long Battery Life - Read for Days Without Recharging With Kindle DX's long battery life, you can read on a single charge for up to 4 days 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 1xRTT only coverage, wireless usage will consume battery power more quickly.
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| Customer Reviews:
Showing reviews 1-5 of 2118
 Great Product plus Support September 7, 2010
Thomas (Merrimac, Morocco)
The new Kindle screen contrast is fantastic for reading. The whole operation for downloading books is so easy and hassle free it is almost addicting. The customer support is remarkable. I left my kindle in our van over the weekend and when I went to use it the screen had lines ( might have gotten too hot )running through it. I called customer support and they shipped out a new kindle, next day ship at no charge. How cool is that.
KINDLE DX IN AFRICA September 7, 2010
DANIEL (SOUTH AFRICA)
I HAD DOUBTS AS TO WHETHER I WOULD REALLY BE ABLE TO USE THIS DEVICE FULLY - I LIVE IN A SMALLLL TOWN IN RURAL SOUTH AFRICA WHERE CELLULAR SIGNAL STRENGTH SOMETIMES IS DODGY OR WEAK AND INTERMITTANT . BUT ALL FOR NAUGHT ! MY KINDLE DX WORKED PERFECTLY AND WHOLE BOOKS WERE DOWNLOADED WIRELESSLY IN THIRTY SECONDS . MY KINDLE THEN DEVELOPED A PROBLEM AND IN LESS THAN THREE MINUTES ON THE PHONE AMAZON OFFERED A REPLACEMENT -WHAT INCREDIBLE SERVICE !
So easy on the eyes September 7, 2010
Abhishek Srivastava
I had read a lot about the debate between e-ink and tablet computers.
When I got my kindle all debates were put to rest. My kindle is so easy on my eyes as compared to my laptop (don't own a tablet yet).
Thanks Amazon!
Great product, but could definitely be improved. September 6, 2010
Steve M
5 out of 5 found this review helpful
I know the Kindle has many reviews already, but maybe somebody considering the purchase will find this review helpful.
I have had the Kindle DX for about 3 weeks now and definitely do not regret the purchase.
Pros:
1) The screen is easy to read and the larger size means less page turning with books, and less scrolling with PDF's and newspapers. (My sister has the smaller version, she prefers it because it fits in her purse, but I appreciate the extra size - the DX is still very thin and light)
2) The battery holds its charge for a long time, even longer for me than advertised. I turn the wireless off between downloads and have read four novels without recharging the battery yet.
3) No monthly charges, so it does not matter if I use it everyday, or just for vacations. If you are just reading books, this seems like a better choice than buying the iPAD and using its Kindle Ap, as you will have to pay monthly for the 3G with the iPAD.
4) My wife and I can use two kindles on the same account (though her's is currently back-ordered) When her kindle comes, we will be able to both read the same newly released best-seller at the same time, without having to buy it twice in hardcover. (We fight over the Michael Connelly's)
Cons:
1) A bunch of books I want to read are not available. Particularly books that have been published between 40 and 10 years ago. If the copyright has expired, you're fine. If it is new, you're fine. But in between is dicey.
2) Using the Kindle store with the kindle is slow and cumbersome. It is OK if you know what book you want, but not good for browsing.
3) The battery is not removable. Every electronic product I have every owned with a rechargeable battery has outlasted the battery itself.
4) The case seems cheap, and as soon as I attached the leather cover, the front and the back plastic plates started to bend and separate where the metal clasps of the cover attach. I have only had it 3 weeks, and now the cover will randomly fall off.
 Needs improvements for the visually impaired September 6, 2010
ghbisa
4 out of 5 found this review helpful
We recently purchased a kindle, it is a very useful product.
However, we suggest the following to improve the product.
People with poor eyesight need the following in order to facilitate or just use the kindle.
1. Larger font size options
2. Have menus display in larger fonts
3. have text to speech be able to read menus , article headlines and titles, and help in selecting them.
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