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Amazon Kindle DX Graphite Edition
$379.00
Released July, 2010
The Pros:Doesn't require a computer to be used. More readable, booklike display than smaller 6" e-readers. Vastly improved contrast over the original DX (and Kindle 2) - blacks are significantly darker.
The Cons:Part of a restrictive ebook ecosystem. Better contrast means the jagged edges of the only available fonts are more clearly defined and bothersome. Price point is still difficult to swallow - especially compared to the much more affordable Nook and Kindle 2.
The Amazon Kindle DX Graphite Edition is an electronic book reader released as an upgrade from the original Kindle. It hosts a larger 9.7” no-glare E Ink display, auto-rotation technology, a touted 50% improved contrast ratio and a larger 4GB storage capacity.
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Like its predecessor, the Kindle DX comes with free global 3G wireless connectivity with no monthly bills or annual contracts. It also inherits an integrated PDF reader, social networking access (Twitter, Facebook), and text-to-speech functionality for letting the Kindle read content out loud to you.
Features
- Amazon Kindle Series
- Upgrade from Original Kindle
- Larger No-Glare E Ink Display
- Improved Contrast Ratio
- Larger Storage Capacity
- Auto Screen Rotation
- Free 3G Coverage
- PDF Reader
- Social Networking
- Text-to-Speech
- AC/USB Charging
- 5-Way Controller
- Ultra-Fast Book Downloading
- Auto Library Backup
- Adjustable Text Size
- Full Image Zoom
- Bookmarks/Annotations
- Integrated Dictionary
- Wikipedia Access
- Search function
- Password Protection
Specifications
- Display: 9.7” E Ink (1200x824 @ 150ppi)
- Contrast Ratio: 10:1
- Gray Scale: 16-Level
- Size: 10.4” x 7.2” x .38”
- Storage: 4GB
- Charge Time: 4.5 Hours
- Connectivity: USDPA Modem (3G) w/Fallback to EDGE/GPRS
- Interface: USB 2.0, 3.5mm Stereo Audio, Built-in Speakers
Supported Formats
- Kindle (AZW)
- PDF
- TXT
- Audible (formats 4, Audible Enhanced (AAX))
- MP3
- Unprotected MOBI
- PRC Natively
- HTML
- DOC
- RTF
- JPEG
- GIF
- PNG
- BMP through conversion.
User Reviews (4)
Pros & Cons
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doesn't require a computer to be used
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more readable, booklike display than smaller 6" e-readers
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vastly improved contrast over the original DX (and Kindle 2) - blacks are significantly darker
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darker display bezel is less distracting when reading
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slim and aesthetically pleasing build
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native PDF format support
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faster page turns than the original DX
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more affordable price tag ($379, over $100 less than the original asking price of $489)
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long battery life of up to 2 weeks without a recharge (wireless off)
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built-in basic web browser
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3.5mm headphone jack for stereo music / audiobook playback
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free 3G / "whispernet" access - allows basic browsing and ebook downloading
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true eInk display - easy on the eyes, works in direct sunlight
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automatic rotating display (built-in accelerometer)
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large selection of books and newspapers
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backed by Amazon - a company you can trust to stay in business and provide at least some semblance of support / competitive book selection and pricing
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books and paper subscriptions can be downloaded manually via computer and loaded onto the device via USB connection
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bookmark, annotation, dictionary and encyclopaedia (Wikipedia) support
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text-to-speech functionality
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part of a restrictive ebook ecosystem
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1
better contrast means the jagged edges of the only available fonts are more clearly defined and bothersome
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price point is still difficult to swallow - especially compared to the much more affordable Nook and Kindle 2
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whispernet access isn't free when in other countries
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1
lacks the versatility of a slightly more expensive tablet device
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