More info on the Kindle firmware update
- Will the latest software update be released for Kindle 1st Generation?
No, the Kindle (1st Generation) hardware cannot support the native PDF reader or battery life upgrade. - I have a Kindle with Global Wireless. What does the latest software release provide to me?
The software update for Kindle (Global Wireless) extends battery life, allowing you to read for a week on a single charge with the wireless on. Battery life with wireless turned off remains the same at up to two weeks. The software update also allows you to display PDF documents natively, gives you the option to convert PDF files to Kindle format, and allows you to manually rotate the screen between portrait and landscape views. - I have a Kindle with U.S. Wireless. What does the latest software release provide to me?
The software update for Kindle (U.S. Wireless) allows you to display PDF documents natively, gives you the option to convert PDF files to Kindle format, and allows you to manually rotate the screen between portrait and landscape views. - I have a Kindle DX. What does the latest software release provide to me?
The software update provides Kindle DX better cropping of PDF files to maximize display, the option to convert PDF files to Kindle format, and extends the time before the DX switches into screensaver mode. - When will my Kindle update?
Amazon will be sending out the update in batches in the next few weeks. Kindle automatically checks for and downloads updates when one is available. If an update is available, your Kindle will download and install the update the next time the wireless connection is activated and Kindle goes into sleep mode. If you do not have wireless connectivity or if you want to enjoy the new features sooner, you can download the software update to your computer by visiting:
Kindle Software Update Version 2.3
How to download PDFs with your Kindle DX ereader
The Kindle DX ereader comes with a basic web browser. You can use this browser to download PDFs directly to your kindle installing a small tool. With this you can download PDFs by simply clicking on a link to a PDF file.
So… how do you do it?
- Download this file
- Put this installer .bin file at the root of your kindle DX
- Update kindle from menu -> settings
If you want to remove this trick then:
- Download this other file
- Put the uninstaller .bin file at the root of your Kindle DX ereader
- Update your kindle.
This is the message you will see if you click on a a hyperlink to a PDF file on your Kindle DX browser
This is the message you will see after installing the file to your Kindle DX
Kindle DX Textbook Killer
Amazon announced a new edition to the Kindle family today, it’s the large screen Kindle DX . The Kindle DX display is two and a half times the original Kindle’s display size.
This makes it perfect for reading documents and PDF files. You can read PDFs natively on the Kindle DX without re-flowing, scrolling, panning, and zooming. So the original structure of the document is not destroyed.
Text and images are clear and the larger size makes reading highly formatted books, such as cookbooks, computer books, and textbooks. So now instead of lugging around all of those reference manuals and computer books you can have them in one light and convenient place.
They have also added DOCX and RTF files to their conversion service. So now instead of carrying around those paper copies in your briefcase you can have all of you notes and papers, digitized and organized and at the touch of the button.
The Kindle DX is still a Kindle book reader. So you can have all of the advantages of the Whispernet service and Amazon Kindle eBooks sent directly to you Kindle DX. The only difference is that instead of holding 2000 copies the new larger Amazon Kindle DX holds about 3500 copies.
So why would you want this instead of just using a Netbook? Well for one thing reading on the Kindle is easy on the eyes. If you spend a lot of time glaring at a computer monitor then you will appreciate the paper-like look of the Kindle electronic ink. It mimics real paper and is easier on the eyes then a computer monitor.
The Kindle DX is available for pre-order now. So as usual, there is a good chance of them selling out. So get your order in today, if this is your must have device.
As someone who is involved with marketing I think this is a smart move on the part of the Kindle team. The Kindle DX moves one step closer at capitalizing on the text book market.
The days of lugging around heavy textbooks and 4 hour bookstore lines may be about over for college students. Hopefully the digital reader downloads will also carry a smaller price tag. Who wants to pay $150 for a Biology book, and then hurt your back carry it around campus.
How To Use MobiPocket Creator To Convert PDF Books To Kindle Books
One way to convert an eBook in PDF format to a Kindle book is to use free software by MobiPocket. When you download MobiPocket Creator make sure you get the MobiPocket Creator Publisher edition, because it has the PDF option.
- Start MobiPocket Creator Publisher Edition
- From the main screen on the right choose “import from existing file” and choose PDF
- Select which files you want to import.
- Click On Import
- Then Select Build From The Top Menu
- This will create the file
- Then Select “open folder containing ebook” and click OK
- In this folder find the file with the .prc extension
- Copy the .prc file into the Kindle’s Document Folder
