

The new Kindle Fires are no exception, as there will be a Fire 7 Kids Edition and Fire HD 8 Kids Edition based on the updated slates. Unlike Apple, Amazon has offered versions of its tablets that are specifically geared for children, who helped fuel the demand for the devices in the first place. It's unclear what specific improvements it's received, though Amazon has reduced the price by $10 to $79.99 for the base 16GB model. The Fire HD 8, as its name suggests, already comes with a superior screen (1,200x800 resolution), twice the RAM and storage in its base model compared to the Fire 7, and longer battery life. Best of all, it retains its low price despite the updates: $49.99 for the base model with 8GB of storage.

It also obtains dual-band Wi-Fi for improved network performance. Amazon says the latest version gets a boost in an improved display with more contrast, longer battery life, and a thinner, lighter design. Both new Fire models support Alexa, the company's popular voice assistant.Īs the cheapest model (sometimes selling as low as $30), the Fire 7 obviously has the most meager of feature sets. The first "improvement" comes on the outside, with three new color choices in addition to the usual black slate - much bright hues of yellow, blue, and red that are different than the options for the last generation. So while other manufacturers look to scale back on tablets, Amazon has just announced improved versions of its most popular models: the Kindle Fire 7 and Fire HD 8. There can now be millions - or even billions - of dollars at risk when information security isn't handled properly. Today's security threats have expanded in scope and seriousness.
