Wi-Fi And 3G Connectivity - Amazon Kindle User Manual

Once downloading is complete, your items automatically appear in Home. If downloading is interrupted for any reason (for
example, if you move out of wireless range), your items will automatically resume downloading when your Kindle
re-establishes a Whispernet connection.

1.6 Wi-Fi and 3G Connectivity

While you're reading, and for many other activities, your Kindle does not need to connect to Whispernet. A Whispernet
connection is required to shop in the Kindle Store.
For Kindle models that include free 3G, connectivity to Whispernet is automatic, so if you see one of the 3G network indicators
(3G, EDGE, or GPRS) in the upper right corner of your Kindle screen, your Kindle is already connected to Whispernet using
3G. Your Kindle automatically turns 3G coverage off when you connect using Wi-Fi. If you disconnect from a Wi-Fi network
or if you move out of Wi-Fi range, Kindle automatically switches back to 3G coverage. If you want to turn off 3G coverage,
you can turn Whispernet off. Keep in mind that turning Whispernet off also disables Wi-Fi connections.
Your Kindle can connect to a Wi-Fi network at home, at your favorite cafe, or at Wi-Fi hotspots around the world. Connecting
through Wi-Fi offers fast downloads, free delivery of personal documents, and allows your Audible audiobook purchases to be
delivered wirelessly to your Kindle, with no computer required. To connect to a Wi-Fi network, see "Connect to a Wi-Fi
Network" later in this chapter.
Tip: To check if you have a Wi-Fi only device or a Wi-Fi and 3G capable device, from the Home screen, press Menu, and use
the 5-way controller to select "Settings." Under the "Device Info" section on the Settings page, see "Network Capability."
Customers Traveling with Kindle
For customers travelling outside their country, there is no additional charge to have your books, periodical subscriptions, and
personal documents delivered to your Kindle if you connect to Whispernet using Wi-Fi.
For Kindle models that include 3G, books and single issues of periodicals will be delivered via 3G at no additional cost, but 3G
delivery of personal documents will be charged per megabyte. Delivery of periodical subscriptions via 3G is available for U.S.
customers if you sign up for the International Subscription Service. This service offers the convenience of 3G delivery for a
weekly fee. When you travel outside the U.S., Amazon automatically sends a notice to your Kindle Home screen with
instructions on how to sign up for the International Subscription Service. If you don't choose to sign up for this service, your
periodicals will be delivered at no additional charge only when you are connected to Whispernet using Wi-Fi. Alternatively, you
can download your periodicals to your computer and then transfer them to your Kindle via USB.
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