Technical Details
DisplayAmazon's
6" diagonal most advanced E Ink multi-touch display, optimized with
proprietary waveform and font technology, 600 x 800 pixel resolution at
167 ppi, 16-level grayscale.Size (in inches)6.8" x 4.7" x 0.40" (172 mm x 120 mm x 10.1 mm)Weight7.5 ounces (213 grams)
System RequirementsNone, because it's wireless and doesn't require a computer to download content. On-device StorageUp to 3,000 books or 4 GB internal (approximately 3 GB available for user content). Cloud StorageFree cloud storage for all Amazon content Battery LifeA
single charge lasts up to two months with wireless off based upon a
half-hour of daily reading time. Keep wireless always on and it lasts
for up to 6 weeks. Battery life will vary based on wireless usage, such
as shopping the Kindle Store, web browsing, and downloading content. Charge TimeFully charges in approximately 4 hours via the included USB 2.0 cable connected to a computer. Power adapter sold separately.
Wi-Fi Connectivity Supports
public and private Wi-Fi networks or hotspots that use the 802.11b,
802.11g, or 802.11n standard with support for WEP, WPA and WPA2 security
using password authentication; does not connect to WPA and WPA2 secured
networks using 802.1X authentication methods; does not support
connecting to ad-hoc (or peer-to-peer) Wi-Fi networks.
USB PortUSB 2.0 (micro-B connector) Audio3.5 mm stereo audio jack, rear mounted speakers
Content Formats SupportedKindle
(AZW), TXT, PDF, Audible (Audible Enhanced(AA,AAX)), MP3, unprotected
MOBI, PRC natively; HTML, DOC, DOCX, JPEG, GIF, PNG, BMP through
conversion.DocumentationQuick Start Guide (included in box); Kindle User's Guide (pre-installed on device).
Additional information available online. Warranty and Service1-year limited warranty and service included. Use of Kindle is subject to the terms found here. Included in the BoxKindle wireless e-reader, USB 2.0 cable, Quick Start Guide. Power adapter sold separately.