The new Kindles are here - well, almost here. They release for shipment on August 27th. Synopsis: The new device is approx. 20 percent smaller and 15% lighter with the same 6-inch screen. Amazon has added Wi-Fi to accompany the 3G on the higher-end version. Pricing $189/$139.
Amazon Unveils 2 New Kindles; 3G For $189; WiFi Only, $139 - Tech Trader Daily - Barrons.com: "The company said the new generation of Kindles have a new electronic ink with 50% better contrast, a new design with a 21% smaller body but the same 6-inch reading areas, 15% less weight at 8.7 ounce. Amazon says the new Kindles have 20% faster page turns, up to one month of battery life, double the storage capacity at up to 3,500 books and built in WiFi. The new Kindle comes in two varieties: with 3G for $189, or WiFi only for $139."
