Amazon's new fulfillment center in Fargo, N. Dak., has opened. Employees started working on September 19 at the one million-plus-square-foot facility that is the "largest structure in the State of North Dakota (in terms of square footage)," according to the company.
"North Dakota welcomes this significant investment, which will bring high paying jobs to our state, further connect North Dakotans into the global commerce system and increase the speed of delivery of products to our residents," said Governor Doug Burgum.
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Amazon has introduced what it describes as "the next generation of Kindle Paperwhite in three new models," including the Kindle Paperwhite Kids, which the company described as being "purpose-built for reading books with zero distractions--no games, ads, or video." The waterproof e-reader features an adjustable warm light, glare-free display and up to 10-week battery life, along with a one-year subscription to Amazon Kids+; it retails for $159.99.
Also announced were the new Kindle Paperwhite and first-ever Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition, which Amazon said combine "premium hardware, faster performance, and a redesigned user interface for a more enjoyable reading experience." Starting at $139.99, the Kindle Paperwhite offers a larger display, adjustable warm light and increased battery life, while the new Signature Edition, at $189.99, adds an auto-adjusting light sensor and is the first Kindle to feature wireless charging. All three models will start shipping October 27.