(I’m crying) Amazon Kindle DX – the 10" PDF reader

Amazon just went ahead and announced the new Kindle DX – a bigger Kindle with native PDF support. The major difference is of course the size: the new Kindle DX has a 1200×824 resolution, and it is priced at $489. It is scheduled to ship at Summer 2009.

Here are some additional details:

  • Size: 10.43 x 7.23 x 0.383 (Kindle 2: 83 x 5.33 x 0.363 )
  • Display: 16 shades of gray eInk 9.73 1200×824 pixels (Kindle 2: 63 800×600)
  • Weight: 18.9oz (Kindle 2: 10.2oz)
  • Storage: 3.3GB (Kindle 2: 1.4GB)
  • Battery life: 4 days with 3G modem on, 2 weeks with modem off
  • Connectivity: 3G wireless modem, USB 2.0 port and 3.5mm audio jack

Dr. House says it best:

House

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