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Amazon Kindle (first generation) specs

General

  • Packaged Quantity
    1
  • Manufacturer
    Amazon

Display

  • Technology
    E Ink
  • Diagonal Size
    6 in
  • Diagonal Size (metric)
    15.2 cm
  • Output Type
    monochrome
  • Native Resolution
    800 x 600
  • Resolution
    800 x 600

Memory

  • ROM
    256 MB - flash
  • User Available Memory
    Flash: 180 MB

Input

  • Type
    keyboard

Navigation

  • Navigation
    none

Input Device

  • Type
    keyboard

Card Reader

  • Supported Flash Memory Cards
    SD Memory Card

Power

  • Type
    power adapter
  • Min Operating Temperature
    32 °F
  • Max Operating Temperature
    95 °F

Header

  • Brand
    Amazon
  • Product Line
    Amazon Kindle
  • Packaged Quantity
    1

Monitor

  • Diagonal Size
    6 in

System

  • Platform
    Other
  • Handheld Type
    eBook reader

Miscellaneous

  • Included Handheld Accessories
    protective cover

Dimensions & Weight

  • Width
    5.3 in
  • Depth
    0.7 in
  • Height
    7.5 in

Manufacturer Warranty

  • Type
    1 year warranty

Audio Output

  • Type
    speaker

ROM

  • Installed Size
    256 MB

User Available Memory

  • User Available Flash ROM
    180 MB

Physical Characteristics

  • Weight
    10.4 oz

Battery

  • Technology
    lithium polymer

GPS System

  • Navigation
    none

Expansion Slots

  • Type
    SD Memory Card
  • Total Qty
    1

Interface Provided

  • Interface
    USB 2.0, headphones
  • Qty
    1

Cable Details

  • Type
    USB cable

Power Device

  • Type
    power adapter

Service & Support

  • Type
    1 year warranty

Service & Support Details

  • Type
    limited warranty
  • Full Contract Period
    1 year

General

  • Manufacturer
    Amazon