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Amazon has just announced a new version of the Kindle DX ereader that will be priced at $379 and will have a new e-ink display with higher contrast.  The new DX has a graphite colored body – that alone should give an apparent boost to the contrast.  It looks like the white version will also be available if you prefer.

EDIT:  Only the graphite model is the new DX.  The white Kindle DX,which is still available at a lower price of $359 is the older model.

Amazon says the new display is 50 percent sharper than the present DX ereader.

The display size remains the same at 9.7 inches.

Pre-orders for the new Kindle DXare being taken now, and the new Kindle DX will be released and begin shipping on July 7, 2010. Orders are prioritized on a first come, first served basis. The new DX can also be shipped to customers outside of the U.S.

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