Jeff Bezos had announced the arrival of a new e-book reader, combined with a carrying case with integrated battery. While waiting for the official presentation, one published by mistake a page with description and images of Kindle Oasis Chinese store (Tmall). On Amazon Canadian website appeared for a few minutes even a comparison with other models (Kindle, Kindle Paperwhite and Kindle Voyage).
The Kindle Oasis has a asymmetrical design , thought to keep the device with one hand. The new ebook reader is smaller (143 × 122 against 162 × 115 mm) and lighter (131 versus 180 grams) Voyage Kindle. The thickness is variable instead. For about two-thirds of the width measuring 3.4 mm, while the extent of the handle 8.5 mm. The screen retains the same diagonal and resolution ( 6 inch 300 ppi ), but Amazon has included a greater number of LEDs (10 against 6 of the Voyage) to increase the uniformity of the backlight.
in addition to the rechargeable battery (and the WiFi / 3G modules, the Oasis Kindle integrates a accelerometer . the sensor can automatically rotate the screen when the device is gripped with the left hand. on the thickest part of the side frame there are also two physical keys . the leather case (included in the final price) includes another battery that allows you to extend the range up to 20 months in standby .
Contrary to what is assumed, the new e-book reader is not water resistant and does not offer any photovoltaic charging. the official announcement is scheduled for tomorrow 13 April.
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