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Kindle 2 – Amazon’s New Wireless Reading Device has arrived! Now it’s thinner, has longer lasting battery and sharper screen. The shipping starts on Feb. 24, but pre-ordering is already available on the site and will be processed on first come, first served basis. Though owners of the original Kindle will have priority handling if they order by midnight PST on February 10th.

Here are some of the updated features according to Amazon…

Slim: Just over 1/3 of an inch, as thin as most magazines

Lightweight: At 10.2 ounces, lighter than a typical paperback

Wireless: 3G wireless lets you download books right from your Kindle, anytime, anywhere; no monthly fees, service plans, or hunting for Wi-Fi hotspots

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 clear text and even crisper images

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: With the new Text-to-Speech feature, Kindle can read every book, blog, magazine, and newspaper out loud to you

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

Head on to Amazon.com for more information on Kindle 2.