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Amazon launches cheaper Kindle DX e-reader

Written by Andre Yoskowitz @ 01 Jul 2010 3:38 User comments (2)

Amazon launches cheaper Kindle DX e-reader Giant e-tailer Amazon has announced that it will be introducing a new, cheaper version of its Kindle DX e-reader, lowering the price to remain competitive.
The updated model will also have a sharper screen.

Amazon charged $489 for the first generation DX, but the new generation model will sell for $379.

Additionally, Amazon says the new DX will handle PDFs better, including the ability to zoom, which was the top complaint for the original device.

Pre-orders on the second generation model start today and the device will ship on July 7th.

The Kindle DX is different from its brother Kindle device because it has a large 9.7-inch screen. Amazon had hoped the DX would eventually replace textbooks on college campuses.

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2 user comments

11.7.2010 17:00

yea, but why is it still black and white for such a high price? spend few more hundred, u get a laptop. -_-;

29.7.2010 09:07

Ijust got a new netbook for $200 so spend less and get a netbook.

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