Amazon has started rolling out the Kindle Touch Wi-Fi to countries outside the US. Measuring 4.7-inch x 0.4-inch x 6.8-inch and weighing at only 7.5 oz, this e-book reader features a 6-inch E-ink display with multitouch functionality, a built-in wireless adapter and Wi-Fi connectivity that allows users to download e-books. Other specs include the text-to-speech technology, MP3 playback and the EasyReach touch technology that enables you to use this eReader with only one hand. The Amazon Kindle Touch Wi-Fi retails for $139. [Amazon]
Qualcomm has introduced the Kobee Jin Yong e-book reader at the Taipei International Book Fair. Powered by a customized Google Android 2.3 operating system, the Kobee Jin Yong e-book reader comes jam packed with a 1GHz SnapDragon S2 processor and a 5.7-inch Mirasol display with a 1024 x 768 pixel resolution. Sadly, there is no info on pricing or availability at this time. [Press Release]
If you are looking for a new e-book reader, then check out the PocketBook A7. As a competitor to the Amazon Kindle Fire, the gadget is powered by a 1GHz single-core processor with the Google Android 2.3.7 Gingerbread OS, a 512MB of RAM, a 4GB of internal storage, a 7-inch (1024×600) display, a 2MP front-facing camera and a microSD card slot. [GoodReader]
The Toshiba BD50 is a new Android-based e-Book reader that is equipped with a 7-inch LCD display with a WSVGA resolution. Powered by a 1GHz Freescale i.MX535 processor, the gadget offers an 8GB of internal memory, Wi-Fi bgn, Bluetooth, USB 2.0 and a microSD card slot. Weighing at just 330 grams, the Toshiba BD50 also provides access to Toshiba’s BookPlace store that contains about 50,000 books and other magazines. Toshiba will launch the BD50 Android-based e-Book reader in February 2012. [Toshiba]
Getting yourself a new eReader? Why don’t you take a look at this Kobo Wireless eReader which is now on sale over at Buy.com for only $89.99 (Silicone Skin included). This compact and lightweight device offers a 6-inch E-Ink display with 16 level grey scale, a 1GB of internal storage, an SD card slot, a USB port and WiFi connectivity. [Product Page]
The new Hanvon C18 e-book reader has been introduced at CES 2012. What makes this eReader special is that it features a 5.7-inch XGA format mirasol display with a 1024 × 768 pixels resolution and a 1.0GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon S2 class processor. The Qualcomm’s Mirasol display technology delivers a premium reading experience, a touchscreen display and a vibrant color even in bright sunlight. Unfortunately, there is no info on pricing or availability so far. [Electronista]
The Jetbook Color e-reader from Ectaco is equipped with several educational software including pictured dictionaries for 38 languages, cross translator for 180 languages, vocabulary builder, scientific calculators, interactive periodic table of elements, linguistic crosswords, as well as reference materials for Math, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Geography and Earth Science. The eReader is powered by n 800MHz Freescale processor, a 9.7-inch display with a resolution of 1600×1200, WiFi connectivity and a microSD card slot for storage expansion. The Jetbook Color supports most of famous e-book formats. The company will launch the Jetbook Color on January 15th, 2012 for $499.95. [Ectaco]
Sony has recently lowered the price of its Reader WiFi down to $129.99 (original price $149.99). To refresh your memory, the device sports a 6-inch 600 x 800 E-ink touchscreen display, a 1.3GB of available storage, a microSD card slot (up to 32GB), WiFi and a built-in rechargeable battery (up to 14,000 continuous page turns when reading only). [Sony]
Amazon has begun selling their latest e-Book reader ‘Kindle 4′ in Italy and Spain. The device retails for 99 Euro (about $133). To remind you, the Kindle 4 offers a 6-inch 800 x 600 e-ink display, a 2GB of internal memory (holds about 1,400 books), a five-way control button, WiFi and a one month battery life. [Softpedia]
Barnes and Noble has unveiled the limited edition version of the Nook Simple Touch eReader. Priced at $79, the limited edition version features a special white back, Wi-Fi connectivity, a 6-inch E ink display and a battery that provides up to 2-months of operation time. [Geeky Gadgets]
