More info on the Kindle firmware update
- Will the latest software update be released for Kindle 1st Generation?
No, the Kindle (1st Generation) hardware cannot support the native PDF reader or battery life upgrade. - I have a Kindle with Global Wireless. What does the latest software release provide to me?
The software update for Kindle (Global Wireless) extends battery life, allowing you to read for a week on a single charge with the wireless on. Battery life with wireless turned off remains the same at up to two weeks. The software update also allows you to display PDF documents natively, gives you the option to convert PDF files to Kindle format, and allows you to manually rotate the screen between portrait and landscape views. - I have a Kindle with U.S. Wireless. What does the latest software release provide to me?
The software update for Kindle (U.S. Wireless) allows you to display PDF documents natively, gives you the option to convert PDF files to Kindle format, and allows you to manually rotate the screen between portrait and landscape views. - I have a Kindle DX. What does the latest software release provide to me?
The software update provides Kindle DX better cropping of PDF files to maximize display, the option to convert PDF files to Kindle format, and extends the time before the DX switches into screensaver mode. - When will my Kindle update?
Amazon will be sending out the update in batches in the next few weeks. Kindle automatically checks for and downloads updates when one is available. If an update is available, your Kindle will download and install the update the next time the wireless connection is activated and Kindle goes into sleep mode. If you do not have wireless connectivity or if you want to enjoy the new features sooner, you can download the software update to your computer by visiting:
Kindle Software Update Version 2.3
Kindle 2 & Kindle DX updated. Wow!
Things are only getting better for the Kindle. Amazon has released a firmware update for both the Kindle 2 (known as just the Kindle) and the Kindle DX.
Here are some new cool features you are getting with your Kindle:
Kindle 2
- Longer battery life for Kindle – Up to 2 weeks with a single charge
- Built-in PDF reader- Yup, now you can read PDF docs on your Kindle.
- Manual screen rotation – rotate between portrait and landscape views
Kindle DX
- Better cropping of PDF files
- View pages longer
If you buy a Kindle today it will come with all these cool new features. If you already own one you will get your upgrade via the whispernet signal
Click here to go to the Kindle DX page
Click here to go to the Kindle 2 page
Click here to read all about these new features at the Amazon Kindle page
