Fresher Kindle Paperwhite

Kindle Paperwhite. © Amazon.

For the first time in nearly three years, Amazon refreshed its Kindle Paperwhite e-readers. The new models offer a larger 6.8-inch E-Ink display that is brighter and has an adjustable color temperature for night reading, a more powerful processor that offers 20% performance improvement, approximately 4 weeks of extended battery life, and faster charging via USB-C. The display kept the same 300 PPI density so the text will be just as crisp despite the larger surface area. Also, the models will be equipped with the new Kindle software version announced in early September. In addition to the basic model, the Paperwhite Signature Edition offers Qi wireless for easy recharging and 32GB of storage instead of 8GB. A light sensor automatically changes the color temperature, whereas the adjustment must be made manually on the basic model. Amazon also launched a Kids Edition, which includes a standard Paperwhite, child-friendly protective cover, one year of Amazon Kids Plus membership, and a two-year replacement program. Pre-orders have started for an October 27 shipment. The basic Paperwhite goes for CA$ 150, and the Signature version for CA$ 210. The Kids Edition is currently not available on Amazon.ca, but it can be found for US$ 160 on Amazon.com. The old version is currently on sale for CA$ 105.

⇨ The Verge, Chaim Gartenberg, “Amazon’s new Kindle Paperwhite adds a bigger screen, longer battery life, and USB-C.”

2021-09-21