The Amazon Kindle has been characterized as a technological breakthrough. Featuring E-ink technology and ergonomic functionality, it has been established as the best-seller eBook reader worldwide. In February 23, 2009, Amazon released the Kindle 2, an enhanced version of Kindle 1. Still retaining the best features of the original version, Kindle 2 eliminates any annoying element and boosts the eBook reading experience to the limits. But, what are the main differences between the two versions?
1. Screen Display
Amazon has significantly improved the screen display. The higher refresh rate and darker background offers a sharper display and better contrast compared to the original version. Text pages now turn 20% faster than before. Moreover, the new screen brings out up to 165 shades of grey while the former one can present only 4. Even though the size remains the same (600 x 800), the enhanced screen allows for better image and text display minimizing eye tiredness and redness.
2. Battery Life
Battery life is now increased up to 85%. The new 1530mAh lithium polymer battery allows customers to use their Kindle 2 for up to 2 weeks without recharging while Kindle 1 can last for up to only four days. Additionally, users can also stay connected to the internet without needing to recharge with the new energy efficient wireless networking management.
3. PDF Reader
The most anticipated featured is finally here! The integrated PDF reader saves users from trouble without needing to convert books or PDF files. This essential feature lacks from Kindle 1 annoying many customers.
4. Storage
Kindle 2 features a 2GB internal memory in comparison to the 250MB of Kindle 1. Even though developers have removed the SD card slot from Kindle 2, it can now store up to 1500 eBooks eliminating the lack of the SD card.
5. Text-To-Speech
Kindle 2 features the new Text-To-Speech options enabling readers to listen than actually reading the books themselves. Choosing from a male or female voice and three different reading speeds, the Text-To-Speech function is ideal for visually impaired users.
6. Whispersync
The Whispersync feature is actually a bookmark that can be synced to other Kindle devices too. This is an extremely handy addition permitting users to start reading a book on their own Kindle 2 and pick it up on another.
7. Control Buttons Improvements
The Kindle 2 now features a multi-functional 5-way joystick as a replacement for the non-practical side slider. This addition minimizes the chances of accidental forwarding or pausing pages while reading. Moreover, the keypad is much simpler with spacer character buttons boosting Kindles 2 functionality.
8. Design
The Kindle 2 has a sleek and smooth design instead of the bulky Kindle 1 design. The new version is half-inch taller than the original one but the overall size is cut down to 0.36. The ultra thin design of Kindle 2 weights only 10.2 ounces making it ideal to carry with anytime, anyplace.
Overall, the Kindle 2 is an essential upgrade to Kindle 1. Same amazing features and new enhanced ones, make Kindle 2 the ultimate eBook reader worldwide.
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