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Kindle Keyboard at a Glance
Most Advanced E Ink Display
Kindle Keyboard's high-contrast E Ink display delivers clear, crisp text and images.
Read in Bright Sunlight
Kindle Keyboard's screen reads like real paper, with no glare. Read as easily in bright sunlight as in your living room.
Lighter Than a Paperback
At only 8.7 ounces and 1/3 of an inch thin, Kindle Keyboard is lighter than a paperback and thinner than a magazine.
Holds 3,500 Books
Carry up to 3,500 books--keep your library with you wherever you go.
Two Month Battery Life
A single charge lasts up to two months with wireless off based upon a half-hour of daily reading time.
Free 3G Wireless
No annual contracts, no monthly fees. Download books anytime, anywhere.Learn more.
Global 3G Coverage
Travel the globe and still get books in under 60 seconds with wireless coverage in over 100 countries and territories.Check wireless coverage.
Built-In Wi-Fi
Connect to Wi-Fi hotspots at home or on the road. Includes free Wi-Fi access at AT&T hotspots across the U.S.
Quiet Page Turn Buttons
Quiet page turning means you won't disturb your partner when you want to read all night.
Share Meaningful Passages
Share meaningful passages with friends and family with built-in Twitter and Facebook integration.
Simple to Use
Kindle Keyboard is ready to use right out of the box - no setup, no software to install, no computer required.
PDF Reader
Now with new dictionary lookup, notes and highlights, and support for password protected PDFs. Easily carry all of your documents on the go.
Books in 60 Seconds
With fast, free wireless delivery, you can start reading books in less than 60 seconds. No computer required.
Massive Selection
Over one million books, including New York TimesBest Sellers, plus audiobooks, periodicals and blogs. For non-U.S. customers, content availability varies.
Free, Out-of-Copyright Books
Over 2 million free, out-of-copyright, pre-1923 books are available such as Pride and Prejudice. Learn more
Low Book Prices
Over 800,000 books are $9.99 or less, including 79 currentNew York Times Best Sellers.
Free Book Samples
Download and read first chapters for free before you decide to buy.
NEW - Public Library Books
Customers can check out a Kindle book from their local library and start reading on any Kindle or free Kindle reading app. Learn more
Kindle Book Lending
Lend eligible Kindle books to other Kindle or Kindle app users for 14 days. Learn more.
Audible Audiobooks
Over 60,000 Audible.com audiobooks read by authors, celebrities, and world-class narrators—with wireless delivery via Wi-Fi.
Real Page Numbers
We've added real page numbers that correspond to print editions so you can easily reference and cite passages.
Read Everywhere with Whispersync
Your Kindle books can be read on your Kindle, iPhone, iPad, PC, Mac, Android device, and BlackBerry. Our Whispersync technology syncs your place across devices, so you can pick up where you left off.
Worry-Free Archive
Books you purchase from the Kindle Store are automatically backed up online in your Kindle library on Amazon. Re-download books wirelessly for free, anytime.
Read-to-Me
With Text-to-Speech, Kindle can read English-language content out loud to you.
Special Offers
Receive special offers and sponsored screensavers that display on the Kindle screensaver and on the bottom of the home screen—they don't interrupt reading.Learn more
Technical Details
Included in the box
- Kindle wireless reader
- U.S. power adapter
(supports 100V-240V) - USB 2.0 cable
(for connection to the Kindle power adapter or to connect to a computer.)
Display
Amazon's 6" diagonal electronic paper display, optimized with proprietary waveform and font technology, 600 x 800 pixel resolution at 167 ppi, 16-level gray scale.
Size (in inches)
7.5" x 4.8" x 0.335" (190 mm x 123 mm x 8.5 mm).
Weight
8.7 ounces (247 grams).
System Requirements
None, because it's wireless and doesn't require a computer.Check wireless coverage.
Storage
4GB internal (approximately 3GB available for user content).
Battery Life
A single charge lasts for up to two months with wireless off based upon a half-hour of daily reading time. If you read for one hour a day, you will get battery life of up to one month.
Keep wireless always on and it lasts for up to 10 days. Battery life will vary based on wireless usage, such as shopping the Kindle Store, web browsing, and downloading content. In low-coverage areas or in EDGE/GPRS-only coverage, wireless usage will consume battery power more quickly.
Charge Time
Fully charges in approximately 4.5 hours via the included U.S. power adapter. Also supports charging from your computer via the included USB 2.0 cable.
3G Connectivity
HSPDA modem (3G) with a fallback to EDGE/GPRS; utilizes Amazon Whispernet to provide wireless coverage via AT&T's 3G high-speed data network in the U.S. and partner networks outside of the U.S. See Wireless Terms and Conditions.
Wi-Fi Connectivity
Supports public and private Wi-Fi networks or hotspots that use the 802.11b, 802.11g, or 802.11n (in b or g compatibility mode) 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 Port
USB 2.0 (micro-B connector) for connection to the Kindle U.S. power adapter or optionally to connect to a PC or Macintosh computer.
Audio
3.5 mm 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.
Included Accessories
U.S. power adapter (supports 100V-240V), USB 2.0 cable, rechargeable battery.
Documentation
Quick Start Guide (included in box) [PDF]; Kindle User's Guide(pre-installed on device) [PDF]. Additional information in multiple languages available online.
Warranty and Service
1-year limited warranty and service included. Optional 2-year Extended Warranty available for U.S. customers sold separately. Use of Kindle is subject to the Kindle License Agreement and Terms of Use.
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