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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. | + | 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. | + | Released 2009. Discontinued. A slimmer form factor, improved battery life, and a higher performance E Ink display. |
=== Kindle 3 === | === Kindle 3 === | ||
| + | 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]] | [[Category:Computer Technology]] | ||
Revision as of 22:08, 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
