The Kindle 2 is the latest version of the Kindle reader.  This is a cool device that allows you down download books wirelessly on the go from Amazon.  So if you don't like to carry books around or just want to look cool with this new gadget on the plane, this is for you.  Unfortunately it's 359 dollars, but it's worth it to get books on the go for varying prices.  7.99, 3.99, just buy the cheap ones and you'll save big bucks.