Kindle DX Wireless Reading Device (9.7" Display, U.S. Wireless, Latest Generation) | 
| Brand: Amazon
Buy New: $489.00
as of 11/21/2009 18:47 CST details
New (1) Used (2) Refurbished (1) from $399.99
Seller: Amazon.com
Rating:  868 reviews
Sales Rank: 3
Color: Bisque
Media: Electronics
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.2
Dimensions (in): 10.4 x 7.2 x 0.4
Model: D00611
UPC: 892685001188
EAN: 0892685001188
ASIN: B0015TCML0
Release Date: June 10, 2009
Shipping: Eligible for FREE Super Saver Shipping
Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours
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| Features:
| • | Slim: Just over 1/3 of an inch, as thin as most magazines | | • | Carry Your Library: Holds up to 3,500 books, periodicals, and documents | | • | Beautiful Large Display: 9.7" diagonal e-ink screen reads like real paper; boasts 16 shades of gray for clear text and sharp images | | • | Auto-Rotating Screen: Display auto-rotates from portrait to landscape as you turn the device so you can view full-width maps, graphs, tables, and Web pages | | • | Built-In PDF Reader: Native PDF support allows you to carry and read all of your personal and professional documents on the go |
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Product Description
Sleek & Trim Kindle DX is as thin as most magazines. Just over a third of an inch in profile, you'll find Kindle DX fits perfectly in your hands. Beautiful Large Display Kindle DX's large display is ideal for a broad range of reading material, including graphic-rich books, PDFs, newspapers, magazines, and blogs. Kindle DX's display is two and a half times the size of the Kindle display. Whether you're reading the latest bestseller or a financial report, text and images are amazingly sharp on the 9.7" screen. Auto-Rotating Screen By simply turning the device, you can immediately see full-width landscape views of maps, graphs, tables and Web pages. Built-In PDF Reader Unload the loose documents from your briefcase or backpack, and put them all on Kindle DX. From neighborhood newsletters to financial statements to case studies and product manuals--you can take them all with you on Kindle DX. Native PDF support allows you to carry and read all of your personal and professional documents on the go. With Amazon's Whispernet service, you can send your documents directly to your Kindle DX and read them anytime, anywhere. 5-Way Controller Kindle DX has an easy-to-use 5-way controller, enabling precise on-screen navigation for selecting text to highlight or looking up words. Simple to Use, No Computer Required Kindle DX is completely wireless and ready to use right out of the box--no setup, no cables, no computer required. Long Battery Life - Read for Days Without Recharging With Kindle DX's long battery life, you can read on a single charge for up to 4 days with wireless on. Turn wireless off and read for up to 2 weeks. Battery life will vary based on wireless usage, such as shopping the Kindle Store and downloading content. In low coverage areas or in 1xRTT only coverage, wireless usage will consume battery power more quickly.
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Showing reviews 1-5 of 868
 Shock 'n awe! November 21, 2009
Evan Anderson (Alburgh, Vermont)
I just received my Kindle DX this morning. I'm amazed. I live in a rural part of a rural state, Vermont. I downloaded two books. They didn't take sixty seconds, they took about twenty. I'm sure the times vary, but I'm impresed, especially living in a place where cell phone coverage is spotty!
The page is so, so very easy on the eyes. The book selection is incredible. I know I'll be downloading books from the internet, too.
This little machine costs a bit, (it's my one big splurge for 2009), but it's worth it. I want to let other prospective buyers see my little machine, just have to find the place to post.
Take care! - Evan
 note to Amazon November 21, 2009
Cemile (USA)
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
I love my first generation kindle and was thinking about the Kindle DX for professional use and so checked out the reviews. But I have decided to not buy one now. It seems far too risky given the reports of fragility and bad product support. I am especially disappointed to hear of such poor customer service.
 something very important is missong November 21, 2009
Andres S. Echeverry
0 out of 2 found this review helpful
I do not know if the Kindle has an application to write notes on the side of the page. If you are gonna read for enjoyment Kindle is fine, but if you are doing some research or a deep reading it is important to highlight stuff and take some notes. Does this Kindle give you the chance to do that? if not, i think it is still very limited.
Like it but Customer Service is terrible November 21, 2009
J. Elliott (Louisiana USA)
3 out of 4 found this review helpful
I love my Kindle. I don't treat it harshly and rarely even take it out of the house. Less than three months into owning a brand new Kindle DX the battery has ceased holding a charge. I called customer service (which is in Costa Rica btw) and they can either charge me 20% to return it or exchange it with a refurb. ONLY 2 MONTHS into my ownership! This is obviously a problem that came with the Kindle DX and not anything that I have done. I could have went to the Kindle refurb store and saved $100 if I wanted a refurb, which I do not.
I'm EXTREMELY dissappointed in the Amazon Kindle customer service and think that if you are thinking of an E Reader, that you should seriously take into consideration the customer service and the warranty before you purchase.
Kindle DX for visually handicapped individuals November 21, 2009
Marian F. Fischer
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I purchased the Kindle DX for my mother, who lost much of her vision a year ago. She had been a voracious reader until that time, but reading had become so tedious for her that she no longer read much of anything. She and I were thrilled that she was able to read books on the Kindle DX without using a magnifying glass; her glasses were sufficient. However, should her vision continue to deteriorate, she will be unable to use the Kindle DX, as the largest print it offers is the size of print in large print books. I hope that the designers take into consideration the large, elderly population, many of whom have vision problems, and decide to enable even larger print to be selected on future Kindles. (There's a huge market for it and a lot of money to be made.) Since mom can no longer drive, do her volunteer work, or go out unaccompanied, she has a lot of time on her hands. The Kindle DX has made the difference between mom sitting and stagnating, watching the idiot box (TV) and enriching her life through reading and keeping up with world events. It's a wonderful device that I would recommend to anyone.
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