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FCC Reveals Amazon’s Next Kindle Fire Could Match iPad’s 9.7-Inch Display

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The Kindle Fire 2 may not look this small up against the iPad.
The Kindle Fire 2 may not look this small up against the iPad.

Despite being labeled an “iPad killer” prior to hitting the market, Amazon’s $199 Kindle Fire never really gave the iPad anything to worry about. However, it’s going to come back and take a second shot at Apple’s hugely popular tablet, and this time its chances could be improved by a larger display. If a recent FCC filing is anything to go by, the Kindle Fire 2 will be significantly larger than its predecessor.

The iPad Mini Will Have An IGZO Display And Only Cost $249 [Rumor]

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The iPad mini is on its way.
Demand for the Google Nexus 7 could be short lived if an iPad mini arrives later this year.

Until Tim Cook climbs onto the roof of Apple’s Cupertino headquarters and shouts, “we will never build an iPad mini” at the top of his voice, the rumors will continue to circulate. The latest comes from “various analysts” who claim the upcoming iPad mini will feature a 7.85-inch IGZO display from Sharp, and will start at just $249.