At the end of the new range of devices from Amazon, the update might seem shy side reading lights over the new range of tablets. The Kindle has indeed not been changes, whereas with the Kindle Paperwhite 2013, we could note that Amazon had perfectly fulfilled its remaining gaps. Overall a very successful model (tested here), but not really revolutionary either.
It seems that this simple “update” the range of eReaders was just a step before the arrival of a new, much more ambitious model. Techcrunch announced in effect have had in hand a prototype Kindle Paperwhite codenamed “Ice Wine” and offers the following enhancements:
A new high resolution screen
According Techcrunch, it would be entitled to this new reading light to a resolution of 300 dpi. To give an order of ideas in the field of electronic ink, know that the Kindle Paperwhite offers current high standard, 212 dpi, and the Kobo Aura HD offers the highest current resolution to 265 dpi.
The new screen would be the absolute reference in the field, especially since it might use the Carta technology, which greatly increases contrast and therefore legibility of screens.
A new look, inspired by the Kindle tablet
As with Kobo who sought to unify its range eReaders and tablets, Amazon seems to have decided to give a spirit similar to that of new tablets to eReaders Kindle brand. The same would be beveled look of the game.
Another interesting point: the return of buttons to turn the pages, but in a modern version where the edges and could use a vibration system under the fingers then become “buttons “virtual touch. And that would be activated or deactivated at will.
An edge screen glass edge
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The Kobo Aura (tested here) was this year’s palm reading light in the more polished look, with its edge to edge screen which gave him a look tablet. Competition thus arrive at Amazon, which as Kobo propose this screen edge to edge glass, not plastic. The principle of these screens is not having to withdraw from the edges, which brings a little more aesthetically and in terms of comfort in use.
If we can worry about the risk of glare (Amazon must know what it is), it seems that against the reading light will not increase is provided, and even gain weight.
An integrated automatic lighting
As the new tablet Kindle Fire, the new reading lamp should incorporate an automatic lighting system, which will be able to adapt the integrated aircraft lighting brightness ambient.
It will certainly also be switched off, leaving the choice. While some criticize this feature, you must understand that its usefulness is very real to adjust the brightness when you use it in a place where the light changes at different times of the day, but unsuitable for multiple changes, such as those that encountered eg in transit.
A new font designed for reading
The debate on policies Kindle e-readers is still alive. Some people are quite correct, while others, some experts feel that the Kindle is not good in terms of typography. Personally, I have no opinion on the matter, but a new policy could help satisfy everyone.
According to Techcrunchindeed a specially adapted liseuse police would be given. Further improvements could also affect the layout.
A model to enhance the current range
It is much more probable that this new model comes enrich the current range of replacing the Kindle Paperwhite currently on sale. The range of Kindle eReaders is indeed constituted only 2 reading lights (and their variants): the Kindle and Kindle Paperwhite
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The strategy could well resemble that of Kobo and aim 3 types of customers with an entry-level model (the Kindle) first, then a means-end model (Kindle Paperwhite), and finally a high-end model (Kindle Paperwhite “HD”), for the most demanding customers.
are now expected to know more about the device, date of marketing and price.
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