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A portable reader (eReader) based on electronic paper technology. The purpose of the Kindle is to provide a solution for getting and keeping a large number of books on one small device, and for reading them in a more natural and enjoyable way than is possible with other electronic devices.
 
A portable reader (eReader) based on electronic paper technology. The purpose of the Kindle is to provide a solution for getting and keeping a large number of books on one small device, and for reading them in a more natural and enjoyable way than is possible with other electronic devices.
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== Models ==
  
 
=== 1st Generation Kindle ===
 
=== 1st Generation Kindle ===
  
Released 2007.
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Released 2007. Discontinued.
  
 
=== 2nd Generation Kindle ===
 
=== 2nd Generation Kindle ===
  
Released 2009.  A slimmer form factor, improved battery life, and a higher performance E Ink display.
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Released 2009. Discontinued.  A slimmer form factor, improved battery life, and a higher performance E Ink display.
  
 
=== Kindle 3 ===
 
=== Kindle 3 ===
  
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Released 2010.
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== Sources ==
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* [http://pocketpccentral.net/blog/2011/01/01/kindle-101-what-is-a-kindle/ Kindle 101: What is a Kindle?]
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[[Category:Electronics]]
 
[[Category:Electronics]]
 
[[Category:Consumer Electronics]]
 
[[Category:Consumer Electronics]]
 
[[Category:Computer Technology]]
 
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Revision as of 23:08, 24 January 2012

A portable reader (eReader) based on electronic paper technology. The purpose of the Kindle is to provide a solution for getting and keeping a large number of books on one small device, and for reading them in a more natural and enjoyable way than is possible with other electronic devices.

Models

1st Generation Kindle

Released 2007. Discontinued.

2nd Generation Kindle

Released 2009. Discontinued. A slimmer form factor, improved battery life, and a higher performance E Ink display.

Kindle 3

Released 2010.

Sources