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meem · 08-13-2010, 01:24 PM

Amazon’s July release of the Kindle DX 2 or Kindle DX Graphite marks the 8-month anniversary of the Kindle DX. The new generation Kindle DX doesn’t differ much from its predecessor. It packs most of the features and capabilities of the Kindle DX White. What Amazon improved on in the Kindle DX 2 is readability. At the same time, it reduced the introductory price to $379.
With both the Kindle DX White and Kindle DX Graphite sharing more than 95% of features and capabilities, how do you decide between the two models?

Kindle DX White vs Kindle DX Graphite: Where the Kindle DX 2 Wins

1. Graphite case: Just like the B&N Nook’s dark border, the Kindle DX 2’s graphite case contrasts the DX’s white screen background better. It helps make the dark text look even darker and stand out more against the white background.
2. Higher screen resolution: Both the Kindle DX and Kindle DX 2 sport 1200 x 824 pixel resolution at 150 ppi. Both use 16 shades of gray. The Kindle DX 2, however, is made with 50% higher contrast or 10:1 contrast ratio. That means the Kindle DX Graphite has sharper text and images. Overall, it has better readability.

Kindle DX White vs Kindle DX Graphite: Where Kindle DX White Wins

1. Briefer charge time: It takes only 4 hours to charge the Kindle DX by plugging it into a computer via the included USB 2.0 cable.
The Kindle DX 2 takes 4.5 hours to charge. It’s not clear why the charge time for the Kindle DX 2 increased though.

Kindle DX White vs Kindle DX Graphite: Where they tie

Since Amazon only focused on improving the screen contrast of the Kindle DX 2, you basically get the same features and value propositions, including:

1. Large 4GB memory space: Both the Kindle DX White and Kindle DX Graphite can hold up to 3500 books.

2. Wide display: 9.7-inch display is ideal for viewing PDF files, graphs, and newspapers, magazines.

3. Automatic page orientation: The DX models automatically shift the user’s screen viewing mode.

4. Slim design: With a girth of 0.36 inches, the devices are as thin as any regular magazine.

5. Free global wireless coverage: Whether you’re in the US or abroad, you can enjoy 24/7 wireless access to the Kindle store, wireless downloads, use of basic web browser, and wireless syncing (via Whispersync network).

6. 60-second book downloads: You can download purchased books from the Kindle Store in less than 60 seconds.

7. Long battery life: A single charge gives you two weeks of reading with wireless off or a week with wireless on.

8. Wide range of content. The Kindle Store now offers 620,000 collection of ebooks
(including 109 of the 112 New York Times bestsellers), magazines, newspapers, and blogs.

9. Cheaper book prices. Most bestsellers and new releases under the non-agency model at the Kindle Store are priced $9.99.

Also available on both devices are the Kindle 2.5 upgrade features:

1. Social networking: You can share book passages to friends via Facebook and Twitter right from your Kindle DX.

2. Popular highlights: The Kindle highlights the most popular passages in a book, including the number of people that highlighted it.

3. Library collections: The Kindle easily lets you organize your library into categories.

4. PDF panning and zooming. The Kindle DX devices have up to 300 times zooming power.

5. Password protection. You can add a security password to your Kindle DX to prevent indiscriminate purchases.

Closing thought

The Kindle DX Graphite offers but a slight improvement over the Kindle DX White.
If you currently own a Kindle DX, it won’t compel you much to change device. If you don’t have a Kindle DX yet and would like to buy a new one, the Kindle DX Graphite’s only edge against the Kindle DX White is better readability.

By Best-eReaders, July 07, 2010

Source:
http://best-ereaders.com/2010/07/07/...dx-2-graphite/

08-13-2010, 01:24 PM	#1
meem A Reader who can think..! Posts: 257 Karma: 108298 Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Earth Planet Device: Kindle 3 WiFi - Kindle DX (B004)	Kindle DX White Vs. Kindle DX 2 Graphite Amazon’s July release of the Kindle DX 2 or Kindle DX Graphite marks the 8-month anniversary of the Kindle DX. The new generation Kindle DX doesn’t differ much from its predecessor. It packs most of the features and capabilities of the Kindle DX White. What Amazon improved on in the Kindle DX 2 is readability. At the same time, it reduced the introductory price to $379. With both the Kindle DX White and Kindle DX Graphite sharing more than 95% of features and capabilities, how do you decide between the two models? Kindle DX White vs Kindle DX Graphite: Where the Kindle DX 2 Wins 1. Graphite case: Just like the B&N Nook’s dark border, the Kindle DX 2’s graphite case contrasts the DX’s white screen background better. It helps make the dark text look even darker and stand out more against the white background. 2. Higher screen resolution: Both the Kindle DX and Kindle DX 2 sport 1200 x 824 pixel resolution at 150 ppi. Both use 16 shades of gray. The Kindle DX 2, however, is made with 50% higher contrast or 10:1 contrast ratio. That means the Kindle DX Graphite has sharper text and images. Overall, it has better readability. Kindle DX White vs Kindle DX Graphite: Where Kindle DX White Wins 1. Briefer charge time: It takes only 4 hours to charge the Kindle DX by plugging it into a computer via the included USB 2.0 cable. The Kindle DX 2 takes 4.5 hours to charge. It’s not clear why the charge time for the Kindle DX 2 increased though. Kindle DX White vs Kindle DX Graphite: Where they tie Since Amazon only focused on improving the screen contrast of the Kindle DX 2, you basically get the same features and value propositions, including: 1. Large 4GB memory space: Both the Kindle DX White and Kindle DX Graphite can hold up to 3500 books. 2. Wide display: 9.7-inch display is ideal for viewing PDF files, graphs, and newspapers, magazines. 3. Automatic page orientation: The DX models automatically shift the user’s screen viewing mode. 4. Slim design: With a girth of 0.36 inches, the devices are as thin as any regular magazine. 5. Free global wireless coverage: Whether you’re in the US or abroad, you can enjoy 24/7 wireless access to the Kindle store, wireless downloads, use of basic web browser, and wireless syncing (via Whispersync network). 6. 60-second book downloads: You can download purchased books from the Kindle Store in less than 60 seconds. 7. Long battery life: A single charge gives you two weeks of reading with wireless off or a week with wireless on. 8. Wide range of content. The Kindle Store now offers 620,000 collection of ebooks (including 109 of the 112 New York Times bestsellers), magazines, newspapers, and blogs. 9. Cheaper book prices. Most bestsellers and new releases under the non-agency model at the Kindle Store are priced $9.99. Also available on both devices are the Kindle 2.5 upgrade features: 1. Social networking: You can share book passages to friends via Facebook and Twitter right from your Kindle DX. 2. Popular highlights: The Kindle highlights the most popular passages in a book, including the number of people that highlighted it. 3. Library collections: The Kindle easily lets you organize your library into categories. 4. PDF panning and zooming. The Kindle DX devices have up to 300 times zooming power. 5. Password protection. You can add a security password to your Kindle DX to prevent indiscriminate purchases. Closing thought The Kindle DX Graphite offers but a slight improvement over the Kindle DX White. If you currently own a Kindle DX, it won’t compel you much to change device. If you don’t have a Kindle DX yet and would like to buy a new one, the Kindle DX Graphite’s only edge against the Kindle DX White is better readability. By Best-eReaders, July 07, 2010 Source: http://best-ereaders.com/2010/07/07/...dx-2-graphite/ Last edited by meem; 08-13-2010 at 01:28 PM.