As the Kindle Fire 2 release date is set for later this week, one website is reporting on what specs and features might be included in Amazon’s new tablet. They are also reporting on the variations of the Kindle device which might be presented at Amazon’s press event, scheduled for September 6th.

The new Kindle Fire will also reportedly use a mapping service other than that of Google Maps. This will be done via Nokia Oyj, a different mapping service. In addition, Amazon is expected to possibly introduce a new Kindle Touch with illuminated display, similar to the Nook Simple Touch with GlowLight. All of this is rumored to be happening on Thursday, September 6th, which will really kick off a big month of tech announcements.

What people are waiting to see is whether Amazon’s new tablet can truly compete with the likes of Google Nexus 7, as well as the upcoming iPad Mini. To do so, Amazon may need to have a lower price point than they originally had on the first Kindle Fire. That could mean a price under $199, in the hopes that the company can sell digital content to loyal customers in order to make a profit.

(Source: futurenow321)