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Star Wars: Lost Tribe of the Sith #2: Skyborn (Kindle Edition)
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by JOHN JACKSON MILLER (Author) Digital List Price: Kindle Price: $0.00 & includes wireless delivery via Amazon Whispernet You Save: $1.00 (100%) Text-to-Speech: Not enabled.
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Product Description
Product Details
- Format: Kindle Edition
- File Size: 114 KB
- Publisher: Del Rey (July 21, 2009)
- Sold by: Amazon Digital Services
- Language: English
- ASIN: B002HJV7B8
- Average Customer Review:
(4 customer reviews) - Amazon.com Sales Rank: #82 in Kindle Store (See Bestsellers in Kindle Store)
Popular in these categories:
| #2 in | Books > Science Fiction & Fantasy > Science Fiction > Series |
| #3 in | Kindle Store > Kindle Books > Science Fiction |
| #34 in | Kindle Store > Kindle Books > Fiction > Genre Fiction |
Customer Review
Nice addition to the SW Universe, July 31, 2009This is an excellent short story! I was intrigued with ‘Omen’ and have to say that this addition is building into a very interesting storyline.
One appealing plot line is how the Sith are being portrayed as somewhat “normal” humans with Force abilities, not the diabolical, evil cult we’ve always heard about. There are obvious undertones of an ulterior motive – allowing the natives to believe they are ‘gods’; trying to explain away cold blooded murder, etc – but there is also a notion of civility. You might even say there is a hint of compassion in there.
I hope this storyline continues throughout the ‘Fate of the Jedi’ series… it will be interesting to see how things play out.
Deliver notes to Kindle from EBeam Whiteboards
Luidia, a company that designs and sells interactive electronic whiteboard solutions, is leveraging the display, portability and connectivity of Amazon’s Kindle to offer a new “Send to Kindle” feature that shoots whiteboard contents to an Amazon’s e-book reader.
The new “Send to Kindle” feature is part of Luidia’s eBeam software, which already allows for sending whiteboard information as a BMP, PDF or JPG file to a computer. This allows for review of important data when not at a computer, so there’s no long boot delay introduced — you simply flip your Kindle power on, enable the wireless radio and get to viewing what was on the whiteboard. The new “Send to Kindle” functionality supports both the Kindle 2 and the larger Kindle DX, which is targeted squarely at the education market. While this particular application is fairly specific, it shows the potential of devices as they become web connected.
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2-Year Extended Warranty for Kindle (6″ Display, Global Wireless, Latest Generation)
Price: $65.00. Ships from and sold by Service Net Solutions.
Product Description
From the Manufacturer
Every Kindle comes with a one-year manufacturer’s warranty. With the 2-Year Extended Warranty for Kindle, you will receive protection against accidental damage such as drops or spills for the entire two years. In the 2nd year, your coverage extends to protect against failures that occur during normal operation. This helps avoid the inconvenience and costs associated with a broken device. The warranty stays with the device even if it is gifted or sold to another party.
What is Covered
- Two years of coverage (limited to a single claim) for accidental drops or damage such as spills that affect the functionality of your covered device.
- One additional year of coverage (after the end of the manufacturer’s warranty) for failures that occur during normal operation.
- Only available to U.S. customers.
How it Works
- Purchase 2-Year Extended Warranty for Kindle (6″ Display, Latest Generation) for your qualifying Kindle (you will receive an information packet in the mail)
- Contact Service Net customer service at (877) 441-3836 if your Kindle fails
- For covered failures, receive a replacement Kindle and return your damaged device to Service Net
About Service Net
Service Net is an industry-leading service management company focused on delivering a full range of service solutions including warranty management administration, extended service programs, customer service support, service network management, claims processing services, and service contract underwriting. The warranty stays with the device even if it is gifted or sold to another party.
Technical Details
- Provides replacement of your Kindle (6″ Display, Global Wireless, Latest Generation) for any device failures during normal operation, for one year after the end of the one-year manufacturer’s warranty.
- Adds accidental damage coverage so that your Kindle (6″ Display, Global Wireless, Latest Generation) is covered for mishaps, like drops or spills. Plus, your second year of coverage extends to failures due to normal operation.
- Includes free shipping both ways, for your damaged and replacement Kindle (shipping within the U.S. only).
- Customer service and claim support available 6 am to 10 pm PT, 365 days a year — call (877) 441-3836 for warranty claims.
- The 2-Year Extended Warranty is available for any Kindle (6″ Display, Global Wireless, Latest Generation) shipped within the past 30 days. Only available to U.S. customers.
Product Details
- Shipping Information: View shipping rates and policies
- ASIN: B002GYVVWY
- Average Customer Review:
(13 customer reviews) - Date first available at Amazon.com: October 6, 2009
New features for the Kindle
Amazon.com said today that the firm is adding a number of new features to its popular Kindle book reader, specifically targeted at blind and vision-impaired readers. Amazon said that the features in the works include the addition of an audible menu system for the blind, and a new “super size” font which it says will be twice the height and width of its current, largest font. Amazon said the new features will be released by the summer of 2010.
Source: Northwest Innovation.
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