Amazon’s new Kindle comes in a smaller, darker package and they’re positioning it to compete with Apple’s iPad (which can also read Kindle books) on price ($139 for Wi-Fi $189 for 3G) and a laser-like focus on reading. All-New, High-Contrast E-Ink Screen – 50% better contrast than any other e-reader Read in Bright Sunlight – No glare New and Improved Fonts – New crisper, darker fonts New Sleek Design – 21% smaller body while keeping the same 6″ size reading area 17% Lighter – Only 8.5 ounces, weighs less than a paperback Battery Life of Up to One Month – A single charge lasts up to one month with wireless off Double the Storage – Up to 3,500 Books Built-In Wi-Fi – Shop and download books in less than 60 seconds 20% Faster Page Turns – Seamless reading Enhanced PDF Reader – With dictionary lookup, notes, and highlights New WebKit-Based Browser – Browse the web over Wi-Fi (experimental) Much smarter than simply trying to re-brand it as KindlePad… [ Amazon ] Amazon’s new Kindle competes with iPad on price, focus is a story by TiPb . This feed is sponsored by The iPhone Blog Store . TiPb - The #1 iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch Blog

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