WiFi vs 3G Kindle: Difference and Comparison

Reading is the best stress buster. Along with enhancing our horizons, it is our best friend. The smell of paper and ink as we go through our books is nostalgic.

Key Takeaways

Wi-Fi Kindle requires a Wi-Fi connection, whereas 3G Kindle uses cellular networks for internet access.

3G Kindles offer more flexibility for users who need internet access on the go, while Wi-Fi Kindles are suitable for users with reliable Wi-Fi connections.

3G Kindles costs more than Wi-Fi Kindles due to the added convenience and connectivity.

WiFi vs 3G Kindle

WiFi and 3g Kindle are different because WiFi requires a wireless connection to download from Amazon or other websites. The 3G Kindle gets connected to Amazon’s Whispernet (A wireless plan to browse the Amazon store to browse downloads in a single click) without WiFi. The only requirement is it needs to be in a cellular range.

WiFi Kindle has a high-resolution display and gives the feel of paper reading. The screen has no glare, even during the bright sunlight. The adjustable light makes reading possible 24 by 7.

If your phone can access the internet, the 3G Kindle connects to Whispernet, and the storage options are a click away. It is slightly heavier than the WiFi Kindle, which is not noticeable.

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IT Quiz

Test your knowledge about topics related to technology

1 / 10

Which of the following is defined as an attempt to steal, spy, damage or destroy computer systems, networks, or their associated information?

Cyber attack

Computer security

Cryptography

Digital hacking

2 / 10

The intention of Machine Learning is

recognize human’s face

think through the algorithm and excute the task

enable machines to learn by themselves using provided data

trained with huge amount of data

3 / 10

The main function of smart assistants like Apple Siri and Amazon Alexa is

Trying to recognize the voice

Trying to read from the dictionary

Searching the word from the database

None of these

4 / 10

A process that is repeated, evaluated, and refined is called __________

diagnostic

descriptive

interpretive

iterative

5 / 10

Which mobile company first introduced Emoji internationally on their mobile devices

Apple

Samsung

Motorola

Blackberry

6 / 10

The conductivity of semiconductor materials

lies in between the insulators and conductors

is a pure insulator

is having high value resistance

is perfect conductor

7 / 10

Which of the following AI domain attempts to extract information from spoken and written words using algorithms?

Neural Network

Computer Vision

Data Science

Natural Language Processing

8 / 10

Who founded Microsoft?

Bill Gates and Paul Allen

Bill Gates and Steve Jobs

Bill Gates and George W Bush

Steve Jobs

9 / 10

For which of the following Android is mainly developed?

Servers

Desktops

Laptops

Mobile Devices

10 / 10

Phones that offer advanced features not typically found in cellular phones, and are called

DSLRs

Smart Phones

Tablets

Notepads

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Comparison Table

Parameters Of Comparison	WiFi Kindle	3G Kindle
Modem	Does not have a modem.	It has a modem.
Battery life	It is long-lasting.	Not as good as WiFi Kindle.
Weight	It is light in weight.	It is heavy as compared to other models.
Rate	It is pocket-friendly.	It is expensive as compared to other models.
Access	It cannot access 3G automatically.	It can access 3G as long as it is within range.

What is a WiFi Kindle?

It is a light, compact Kindle and weighs about 3,5 ounces. The 6-inch screen has a high-contrast e-ink touchscreen. This screening effect ensures the pleasure of reading from the paper book and has no glare.

Turning pages, searching, and taking notes while reading gets uncomplicated. The long-lasting battery life of about two months ensures pleasant reading options.

The Kindle is ready to use right outside the box. There is no need to install any software or any additional setup before usage.

There are new book releases in the library to choose either a novel or a comic series. There are reading materials available other than English to suit the local requirements.

There is an option for adjustable text sizes to suit the comfort level, and eight different sizes and three font styles are available.

What is a 3G Kindle?

The bold black option has WiFi and 3G connectivity, making it suitable for avid readers. The high-resolution display with 300 ppi (pixel per inch) makes the image sharp and crisp.

The in-built adjustment of light won’t tire the eyes even when there is a situation of reading in the dark. The battery life gives an uninterrupted option of reading for weeks. T

You can access definitions, characters, and much more through SmartLookup, and it helps in researching while reading or working on the document. It integrates The Oxford Dictionary with information from X-Ray and Wikipedia.

There is the option to purchase books without leaving Goodreads. Goodreads help you find books and even track the books you wish to read in the future.

There are over three million book options to choose from, and it even has a collection of the latest books. An exclusive collection from the local language adds to the book choice’s variety.

There is no limitation on how many books you can read at a given time. You can read anytime or anywhere.

Main Differences Between WiFi and 3G Kindle

The WiFi Kindle costs less. The 3G Kindle is expensive as compared to the other options.
The WiFi Kindle cannot access the 3G connection. The 3G Kindle connects to Whispernet without a link.

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Sandeep Bhandari

Sandeep Bhandari holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Computers from Thapar University (2006). He has 20 years of experience in the technology field. He has a keen interest in various technical fields, including database systems, computer networks, and programming. You can read more about him on his bio page.