It brings a larger 6.8-inch display to the table for a small premium of just $50. For those who don't like its tiny 6-inch display, we recommend the brand new Kindle Paperwhite. I also can use a USB optical mouse but a powered USB hub IS REQUIRED for that as the Kindle does not have enough power output from its micro-USB port. The keyboard DOES NOT require a powered USB hub. Usually as soon as I plug it in, the Kindle will recognize it and then its useable. The ad-supported version will only set you back $89.99, which is nothing short of a bargain. I successfully use a Logitech k120 keyboard without any problems. The announcement comes just weeks after Amazon announced ePub support for its modern lineup of Kindle e-readers.ĭo you own any of the aforementioned Kindle models? What do you plan on doing after August 17? Will you purchase a new Kindle, or will you stick with your old faithful e-reader and purchase books from Amazon's website? We highly recommend the new Kindle with a built-in front light, if it's the former. Sadly, the company has not provided a reason for this change. This is the first time Amazon is completely cutting off store access for older Kindle models.
However, according to Good e-Reader, you should still be able to access existing books and have new ones delivered to these models from Amazon's website. The kindle 3 has the serial I/O jack available at the lower slot in the left edge, and there are instructions on this forum how to make a connector and cable for it.
Do not get a keyboard that uses BlueTooth. If you own any of the Kindle models mentioned above, you won't be able to browse, purchase, or borrow books from the Kindle Store starting August 17. You can get external foldable keyboards for PDA pocket computers that use serial I/O on ebay for about 5 to 10. Amazon is dropping support for the following Kindle e-readers starting August 17:
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