Compare to other e-ink Kindles, the Amazon Kindle Paperwhite (3rd generation) is a significant device. The key point of the Kindle Paperwhite 3 is that it features e-ink screen and high-resolution display as the Kindle Voyage. It also features the brand new font Amazon designed for e-readers, Bookerly. Read on to find out the features & Specs of Amazon Kindle 3.
Design & Build
Apart from a couple of fine cosmetic changes to the Amazon and Kindle logos, Amazon Kindle Paperwhite looks just like the 2013 model. The device comes in a plastic body and a tactile back casing. The third-generation Kindle Paperwhite measures 6.3 x 4.5 x 0.36 inches, and it weighs just over 7.0 ounces. The 2015 Paperwhite features Carta E Ink display which allows users to read in both light and dim conditions without the need for an extra light.
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The main notable feature here is the font called Bookerly, which is designed for optimizing reading experience on digital screens. X-Ray another key feature of the device provides information on characters, notable clips, terms and common themes. Words are crisp and sharp, while the touchscreen is very responsive. The Paperwhite lacks physical buttons. The product supports Slim and ergonomic design means you only need one hand to hold the device and tap between pages. The product is coming in the white and black colors. There are two models available: one with Wi-Fi and other with both Wi-Fi and 3G.
Hardware & Performance
The Amazon Kindle Paperwhite houses 4GB of onboard memory that’s enough to store thousands of books. One downside with Wi-Fi enabled Paperwhite is that you have to pay an additional $20 to avoid the advertisements.
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Battery & Charging
On the front of battery life, Kindle Paperwhite holds the ground successfully. With a single charge, Paperwhite’s battery lasted six weeks, based on 30 minutes of reading per day. Battery Life lasted for up to 1 week with wireless on. It takes about 4 hours to fully charge via the included AUS power adapter. However, you can also charge it from your computer via the included USB 2.0 cable.
Price and Availability
The Kindle Paperwhite 3 with Wi-Fi is available for 10,999.00 and with 3G + Wi-Fi it is available for Rs. 13,999.00.
Amazon Kindle Paperwhite (3rd generation) Tech Specifications:
- Display: 6″ diagonal E Ink electronic paper display, 600 x 800-pixel resolution at 167 ppi, 16-level gray scale.
- Storage: 4GB internal (approximately 3GB available for user content).
- Connectivity: Your Kindle can connect to Wi-Fi networks or hotspots that use the 802.11b or 802.11g standard
- USB Port: USB 2.0 (micro-B connector) for connection to the Kindle AUS power adapter or optionally to connect to a PC or Macintosh computer.
- Audio: 3.5mm stereo audio jack, rear-mounted stereo speakers.
- Content Formats Supported: Kindle (AZW), TXT, PDF, Audible (Audible Enhanced (AA, AAX)), MP3, unprotected MOBI, PRC natively; HTML, DOC, JPEG, GIF, PNG, BMP through conversion.
Verdict
This extremely lightweight is ideal device for long distance travel and commuting. There are several reasons to buy this e-reader: fast touch response, great price, and fantastic reading experience etc.
