Amazon Announces 3rd Generation Kindle

Amazon has quietly announced a new version of the Kindle. But don’t go calling this the Kindle 3, Amazon says it’s still called Kindle, it’s just happens to be a new generation for the device.

The latest Kindle sports the same new screen as the recently announced graphite Kindle. With higher contrast and new sharper fonts, the screen is now easier to read. Amazon has also reduced the amount of glare you get on the screen and improved the refresh rate so you can turn pages 20% faster.

The newest Kindle is also the lightest and thinnest model to date. It has a body that is 21 percent smaller than previous models and weighs only 8.7 ounces. The storage has also been increased to hold more than 3,500 books, almost double what Kindle 2 can hold.

Amazon is pre-selling the newest Kindle for $189 US. If you want a more economical model just drop the 3G connectivity and opt for a new Wi-Fi only model for a mere $139. Shipping to 140 countries and 30 territories begins August 27th.

[Amazon]