Amazon working on Super Kindle rival to the iPad
05 Feb 2010
Category: News
Source: APA Digital
The New York Times has predicted that Amazon is working on a new version of its Kindle ereader that is designed to take on the recently announced Apple iPad. Apparently the so-called Super Kindle will sport a colour touch screen (the current Kindles' screens are mono) and feature a host of built in applications such as social networking facilities.
The speculation has been fuelled by Amazon's recent purchase of New York tech start up Touchco, which has patented some very advanced touch screen technology. The company recently posted a video on YouTube which showed how its technology could be used to develop flexible strips that could potentially be used in wearable devices. It also shows a variety of mock-ups for new e-readers.
Amazon recently released a developer's kit for its Kindle devices. This enables third parties to develop applications for the ereader in a similar way that developers have created apps for the iPhone. Its currently has two models available in the UK - the Kindle, which has a 6 inch screen, and the Kindle DX which sports a 9.7inch screen.
Link - http://bits.blogs.nytimes.com/2010/02/03/is-amazon-building-a-superkindle/
