Kindle Paperwhite (8 GB) - 6.8" Display, Adjustable Warm Light - Amazon
The Kindle Paperwhite (8 GB) is the perfect companion for book lovers who want to take their reading experience to the next level. With its 6.8" display and adjustable warm light,…
Product review summary
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Pros:
- Upgraded features like USB-C connector and improved touch response
- Easy to set up and use, with seamless syncing and immediate WiFi connection
- Waterproof design
- Long battery life
- Access to a wide range of books
Cons:
- Frustrating new Kindle software, particularly the library interface
- Ads appearing on ad-free Kindles
- Soft/fuzzy screen, affecting the sharpness and contrast of text and images
Overall, the Kindle Paperwhite (8 GB) offers several improvements over previous models but falls short in terms of software usability and screen quality.
FAQ
Q: What are the key features of the Kindle Paperwhite?
A: The Kindle Paperwhite comes with a 6.8" display, adjustable warm light, and thinner borders. It has a flush-front design and a glare-free display that reads like real paper, even in bright sunlight. It offers up to 10 weeks of battery life and 20% faster page turns. The device is waterproof and can withstand accidental immersion in water. It also supports Kindle Unlimited, which provides unlimited access to over 2 million titles and thousands of audiobooks.
Q: What are the specifications of the Kindle Paperwhite?
A: The Kindle Paperwhite features Amazon's 6.8" Paperwhite display technology with built-in light and a resolution of 300 ppi. It has dimensions of 6.9" x 4.9" x .32" and weighs 7.23 oz. The device has 8 GB of on-device storage, which can hold thousands of books, and also offers free cloud storage for all Amazon content. It has a battery life of up to ten weeks and can be fully charged in approximately 5 hours via USB-C cable or less than 2.5 hours with a 9W USB power adapter. The Kindle Paperwhite supports Wi-Fi connectivity and comes with accessibility features such as VoiceView screen reader.
Q: What is included in the box when purchasing the Kindle Paperwhite?
A: When purchasing the Kindle Paperwhite, the box includes the Kindle Paperwhite device, a USB-C charging cable, and a Quick Start Guide.
Q: Is the Kindle Paperwhite waterproof?
A: Yes, the Kindle Paperwhite is built to be waterproof and can withstand accidental immersion in water.
Q: Are software security updates provided for the Kindle Paperwhite?
A: Yes, the Kindle Paperwhite receives guaranteed software security updates until at least four years after the device is last available for purchase as a new unit on Amazon's websites.
Q: What warranty and service are included with the Kindle Paperwhite?
A: The Kindle Paperwhite comes with a 1-year limited warranty and service. Additionally, customers in the US have the option to purchase an extended warranty for 1, 2, or 3 years separately.
Q: What content formats are supported by the Kindle Paperwhite?
A: The Kindle Paperwhite supports Kindle Format 8 for reading ebooks.
Q: Is there a color option available for the Kindle Paperwhite?
A: Yes, the Kindle Paperwhite is available in Black.
Q: Does the Kindle Paperwhite come with ads?
A: The Kindle Paperwhite is available both with and without lockscreen ads. The product mentioned in the description is without lockscreen ads.
Q: Can I listen to audiobooks on the Kindle Paperwhite?
A: Yes, you can pair the Kindle Paperwhite with an Audible subscription and Bluetooth headphones or speakers to listen to audiobooks.
Specifications
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| Brand | Amazon |
|---|---|
| Color | Black |
| Display | Amazon's 6.8” Paperwhite display technology with built-in light, 300 ppi, optimized font technology, 16-level gray scale. |
| Size | 6.9” x 4.9” x .32” (174.2 x 124.6 x 8.1 mm). |
| Weight | 7.23 oz (205 g). Actual size and weight may vary by configuration and manufacturing process. |
| System Requirements | None; fully wireless and doesn't require a computer to download content. |
| On-Device Storage | 8 GB or 16 GB; holds thousands of books. |
| Cloud Storage | Free cloud storage for all Amazon content. |
| Battery Life | A single charge lasts up to ten (10) weeks, based on a half hour of reading per day with wireless off and the light setting at 13. Battery life may vary depending on use. Audible audiobook streaming over Bluetooth will reduce battery life. |
| Charge Time | Fully charges in approximately 5 hours from a computer via USB cable; Fully charges in less than 2.5 hours with a 9W USB power adapter. |
| Wi-Fi Connectivity | Supports 2.4 GHz and 5.0 GHz networks with support for WEP, WPA and WPA2 security using password authentication or Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS). Does not support connecting to ad-hoc (or peer-to-peer) Wi-Fi networks. |
| Accessibility Features | VoiceView screen reader, available over Bluetooth audio, provides spoken feedback allowing you to navigate your device and read books with text-to-speech (available in English only). Kindle Paperwhite also includes the ability to invert Black and White, adjust font size, font face, line spacing and margins. Learn more about Accessibility for Kindle. |
| Content Formats Supported | Kindle Format 8 (AZW3), Kindle (AZW), TXT, PDF, unprotected MOBI, PRC natively; HTML DOC, DOCX, JPEG, GIF, PNG, PMP through conversion; Audible audio format (AAX). |
| Documentation | Learn more about Kindle devices with our Quick Start Guide and Kindle User Guide. |
| Warranty and Service | 1-year limited warranty and service included. Optional 1-year, 2-year or 3-year Extended Warranty available for U.S customers sold separately. Use of Kindle is subject to the terms found here. |
| Included in the Box | Kindle Paperwhite, USB-C charging cable and Quick Start Guide. |
| Waterproofing | Waterproof (IPX8), tested to withstand immersion in 2 meters of fresh water for 60 minutes. Learn more about the waterproof Kindle Paperwhite. |
| Available Colors | Black |
| Generation | Kindle Paperwhite (11th Generation) - 2021 release. |
| Software Security Updates | This device receives guaranteed software security updates until at least four years after the device is last available for purchase as a new unit on our websites. Learn more about these software security updates. If you already own a Kindle, visit Manage Your Content and Devices for information specific to your device. |