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Here Comes the New Kindle (Probably)

By Harry Kimball, Newser Staff

Posted Jan 27, 2009 6:00 PM CST

(Newser) – Tech bloggers reading their tea leaves say e-book fans can expect the new version of the Kindle on Feb. 9. Though maker Amazon has made no announcement, the company has scheduled a major press conference that day with chief Jeff Bezos. And, notes Brad Stone... Read full story »

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