The Kindle was big before the iPad stole our hearts. The new breed of Kindles are coming out this week, including the Wi-Fi and 3G kindles. Sounds like someone is stealing a page from Apple’s playbook here. The Wi-Fi model is going for a mere $139 while the 3G model tops out at $189.
Apparently, there is still a big Kindle following. Both models are sold out, and new orders will ship only on September 17th.
Here’s a few reasons why the Kindle is expected to be a good deal:
- 20% faster page turns
- 15% lighter at 8.7 ounces
- 2x more storage at 4GB, equaling 3,500 books
At $139 for these faster Kindles, it’s a good value. Also, the tech support is easy in regard to the computer setup for it. By the way, did you know that you can use Gmail and go on the Internet with the Kindle? Okay, so it’s not the same wow factor you get from the iPad, and you really shouldn’t push the Kindle past its happy book-reading specialty, but it’s possible. If you’re a bookworm and want to free yourself from the paperbacks, go for it. But, if e-mail and Internet browsing is also your thing, plunk down for the iPad for a more versatile tablet.
