Amazon launches new slimmer Kindle e-reader

Amazon.com Inc rolled out a new Kindle e-reader on Wednesday, its eighth and slimmest device in the series, with a charger that is built into its cover. Since first launching the Kindle in 2007, Amazon has continued to roll out gadgets like its Fire tablets and most recently Echo, a line of voice activated speakers. Amazon hopes to attract readers to its high-end Kindle with its longer lasting battery and sleek design.