Amazon may compete with Apple iPad by giving away free Kindles

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As Amazon’s e-book business continues to evolve in the wake of the Apple iPad announcement, a new rumor suggests the company is exploring the possibility of giving a Kindle reader to its best customers.


Originally posted on AppleInsider

 
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