Amazon is expected to roll out three new tablet PCs this year, based on components from the Taiwanese industry. According to information reported by The Taiwan Econimic News, Amazon will release this year a low-end 7" model (1024x600), a medium - to high-end 7" model (1280x800) and high-end 8.9" (1920x1200) model.

The new devices are expected to bringing business opportunities to Taiwanese supporting factories, including Quanta and Hon Hai for assembly orders, Prime View and Chimei Innolux for FPD (flat panel display) supply, and Chimei Innolux for exclusive supply of 7" touch sensors.

The Amazon's Kindle Fire tablet has been selling in low profit margin for the company and Amazon has reportedly expanded cooperation with Taiwanese suppliers in order to cut production cost.

Last year, Kindle Fire was assembled by Quanta Computer but but Hon Hai will join the fray this year, handling the assembly of 7" model (1024x600). Quanta will be responsible for the assembly of 7" (1280x800) model.

LGD and Panasonic used to be suppliers of FPD and touch sensor for Kindle Fire. Chimei Innolux will join the ranks of FPD suppliers for new 7" models, while Prime View will supply 8.9" FPD. Chimei Innolux will also become exclusive supplier for 7" touch sensors.