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By: Tommy Mendoza

Electronic Readers “The Kindle”. By: Tommy Mendoza. What is it?. Electronic Reader from Amazon Allow you to store and download books you’ve purchased in kindle format that runs on Sprint’s wireless network Keep thousands of books in memory It works with Doc. Pdf mp3 and html and many more.

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By: Tommy Mendoza

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  1. Electronic Readers • “The Kindle” By: Tommy Mendoza

  2. What is it? • Electronic Reader from Amazon • Allow you to store and download books you’ve purchased in kindle format that runs on Sprint’s wireless network • Keep thousands of books in memory • It works with Doc. Pdf mp3 and html and many more

  3. How does it work? • It uses system called whispernetlinked with Sprint’s 3G network to download content. (wireless) • Its different than WiFi- no need for hotspots • It has a high resolution display that resembles the appearance of paper. • Screen works like ink- Very clear • No backlighting- no glare

  4. Kindle Network Map

  5. Features K1, K2, DX • Screen Size 6.7in-9.7in • Memory 2G -4G (1500-3500 ebooks) • Text to speech (listen while driving) • Battery up to 2 weeks • Very light weight 10-19oz • Headphone Jack • No wireless charges • Advanced search engine • Write notes/bookmark • Encyclopedia and dictionary • Allows for SD memory cards (some versions)

  6. Competition • Sony- 3 versions - More lightweight - Cheaper $270-$349 - Touch screen - Less memory - Less supported formats

  7. Pros/Cons Pros: -Free wireless connectivity -Iphone compatibility -Listen to music while you read -Less waiting for publication -Environmentally friendly -Save money, cheaper than paperback Cons: -E-books have to be in kindle format -Costly -Book listing is still somewhat limited -Awkward to hold, sometime hit buttons -Battery problems -Screen freezing at times

  8. Questions?

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