The Kindle 2 Has Shipped!

Amazon’s most recent version of their popular ebook reader ships out today. For all you of lucky people who pre-ordered, this is going to be a good week!

In case you haven’t heard about the Kindle, here’s the specs for the latest and greatest version, the Kindle 2:

Kindle 2 New Features & Enhancements

• Slim & Lightweight: Just over 1/3 inch and 10.2 ounces
• Books in under 60 seconds: Get books delivered in less than 60 seconds; no PC required
• Improved Display: Reads like real paper; now boasts 16 shades of gray for crisp images and text; even reads well in bright sunlight
• Longer Battery Life: 25% longer battery life; read for days without recharging
  More Storage: Take your library with you; holds over 1,500 books
• Faster Page Turns: 20% faster page turns
• Read-to-Me: Text-to-Speech feature means Kindle can read every book, blog, magazine, and newspaper out loud.
• No Wireless Bills: No monthly wireless bills, data plans, or commitments. Amazon pays for Kindle’s wireless connectivity so you won’t see a monthly wireless bill.
• Large Selection: Over 230,000 books, plus U.S. and international newspapers, magazines and blogs available
• Low Book Prices: New York Times Best Sellers and New Releases $9.99, unless marked otherwise

If you or a loved one loves to read, be sure and check out the Kindle 2. Now, excuse me while I put this thing on my wish list. :)