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eBook Reader Kindle 3G (Latest Generation) Kindle 2 Kindle DX Sony PRS-700 iLiad 2nd Edition iLiad Book Edition
Common Specifications
Size 7.5" x 4.8" x 0.335" 8" x 5.3" x 0.36" 10.4" x 7.2" x 0.38" 6.86" x 5.02" x 0.38" 8.5" x 6.1" x 0.63" 8.5" x 6.1" x 0.63"
Weight 8.5 ounces 10.2 ounces 18.9 ounces 10 ounces 15.3 ounces 15.3 ounces
Display diagonal 6" 6" 9.7" 6" 8.1" 8.1"
Resolution (w x h) 600 x 800, 167 ppi 600 x 800, 167 ppi 1200 x 824, 150 ppi 600 x 800, Appr. 170 ppi 768 x 1024, 160 ppi 768 x 1024, 160 ppi
Color Depth 16-level gray scale 16-level gray scale 16-level gray scale 8-level gray scale 16-level gray scale
File Formats Kindle (AZW), TXT, PDF, Audible (Audible Enhanced (AA, AAX)), MP3, unprotected MOBI, PRC natively; HTML, DOC, JPEG, GIF, PNG, BMP through conversion. Kindle (AZW), TXT, Audible (formats 4, Audible Enhanced (AAX)), MP3, unprotected MOBI, PRC natively; PDF, HTML, DOC, JPEG, GIF, PNG, BMP through conversion. Native DPF, Kindle (AZW), PDF, TXT, Audible (formats 4, Audible Enhanced (AAX)), MP3, unprotected MOBI, PRC natively; HTML, DOC, RTF, JPEG, GIF, PNG, BMP through conversion. DRM Text (BBeB Book Marlin, ePub), image (JPEG, GIF, PNG and BMP), audio (MP3 and AAC, both unencrypted) and text: BBeB, TXT, RTF, PDF, Microsoft Word - conversion to the Reader requires Word installed on your PC. PDF / HTML / TXT / JPG / BMP/ PNG / PRC (Mobipocket) PDF / HTML / TXT / JPG / BMP/ PNG / PRC (Mobipocket)
USB Connection USB 2.0 (micro-B connector) USB 2.0 (micro-B connector) USB 2.0 (micro-USB connector) USB 2.0 (mini connector) USB USB
Audio Connection 3.5mm stereo audio jack, rear-mounted stereo speakers. 3.5mm stereo audio jack, rear-mounted stereo speakers. 3.5mm stereo audio jack, built-in stereo speakers. 3.5mm (stereo?) audio jack 3.5mm stereo audio jack, built-in stereo speakers. 3.5mm stereo audio jack, built-in stereo speakers.
Network Connection HSDPA modem (3G) with a fallback to EDGE/GPRS; utilizes Amazon Whispernet to provide wireless coverage via AT&T's 3G high-speed data network in the U.S. and partner networks outside of the U.S. EVDO modem with fallback to 1xRTT; utilizes Amazon Whispernet to provide U.S wireless coverage via Sprint's 3G high-speed data network. EVDO modem with fallback to 1xRTT; utilizes Amazon Whispernet to provide U.S wireless coverage via Sprint's 3G high-speed data network. None 10/100 MB LAN, Wifi 802.11g 10/100 MB LAN
Input Method Keyboard on device Keyboard on device Keyboard on device Touch Screen, Stylus, Keys Touch Screen, Stylus, Keys Touch Screen, Stylus, Keys
Power Source Rechargeable battery Rechargeable battery Rechargeable battery Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Li-ion accu, rechargeable Li-ion accu, rechargeable
Battery Life Up to a month between charges when the wifi is switched off, 10 days when wifi switched on. Up to 4 days with wireless on. Turn wireless off and read for up to two weeks. Up to 4 days with wireless on. Turn wireless off and read for up to two weeks. Maximal 2 weeks, up to 7,500 page turns, with backlighting off!
With backlighting Standard: appr. 8 hours, Bright: appr. 4 hours.
Appr. 10 hours Appr. 15 hours
Battery Charge Time Appr. 4.5 hours Appr. 4 hours with USB charging from powered Computer. Fully charges in approximately 4 hours and supports charging from your computer via the included USB 2.0 cable. Appr. 4 Hours with USB charging from powered Computer or Approx. 2 Hours when using optional AC wall charger Appr. 3 hours with AC wall charger Appr. 3 hours with AC wall charger
Memory
Internal Memory 4GB internal (approximately 3GB available for user content). 2B, appr. 1.4GB available for user content 4GB internal, appr. 3.3GB available for user content. Appr. 420MB available for user content 256MB, appr. 128MB accessible to user 256MB, appr. 128MB accessible to user
Memory Expansion None None None Memory Stick (Pro) Duo, up to 16 GB and/or SD/SDHC/miniSD (needs adapter) memory cards, up to 16 GB (not included) Expandable via USB, MMC or CF cards up to 4GB. Expandable via USB, MMC (max. 1GB) or CF cards (max. 8GB)
System Requirements
Hardware None, because it doesn't require a computer.
Optionally connect to a Windows-based PC or Macintosh computer with an USB port.
None, because it doesn't require a computer.
Optionally connect to a Windows-based PC or Macintosh computer with an USB port.
None, because it doesn't require a computer.
Optionally connect to a Windows-based PC or Macintosh computer with an USB port.
Processor: 800MHz Intel® Celeron® class processor or better.
RAM: 128 MB Minimum.
Hard Drive: 20MB Minimum available Hard Drive space.
Optical Drive: Optical Drive capable of reading CD-ROM.
Internet Connection: Broadband suggested.
USB Port: USB 1.1 or faster USB Port (Optimal with USB 2.0).
None, because it doesn't require a computer. But needs a computer for the iLiad Companion Software None, because it doesn't require a computer. But needs a computer for MyScript Notes Software
Operating System For : Windows® 2000 or later.
For Macintosh: Mac OS X 10.2 or later.
For : Windows® 2000 or later.
For Macintosh: Mac OS X 10.2 or later.
For : Windows® 2000 or later.
For Macintosh: Mac OS X 10.2 or later.
Genuine Windows® XP (Home Edition/Professional, Media Center Edition, Media Center Edition 2004, Media Center Edition 2005)& Windows Vista® (Home Basic, Home Premium, Business, Ultimate, Windows® Vista 64-bit Update). Windows® 2000, XP, Vista for the iLiad Companion Software Windows® 2000, XP, Vista
Remaining
Software Included None None None eBook Library 2.5 PC Software, Microsoft Word requires conversion using included software. iLiad Companion Software None
Manual Kindle (Latest Generation) User's Guide pre-installed on device Kindle2 User's Guide pre-installed on device Kindle DX User's Guide pre-installed on device Full user guide is included on PDF English user guide pre-installed on device English user guide pre-installed on device
Warranty 1-year limited warranty and service included. Optional 2-year Extended Warranty available for U.S. customers sold separately. 1 year limited warranty and service included. Optional 2 year Extended Warranty sold separately. 1 year limited warranty and service included. Optional 2 year Extended Warranty sold separately. 90 days for labor and one year for parts. 1 year, carry-in 1 year, carry-in
Accessories
Accessories Included U.S. power adapter (supports 100V-240V), USB 2.0 cable (for connection to the Kindle power adapter or to connect to a computer.) Power adapter, USB 2.0 cable, rechargeable battery. Book cover sold separately. Power adapter, USB 2.0 cable, rechargeable battery. Leather book cover sold separately Leather Cover, CD-ROM, Stylus, Travel hub, USB cable, Power adapter, Quick start card Stylus, Travel hub, USB cable, Power adapter, Quick start card