1/23/2024 0 Comments New kindle reader release date![]() I’ve never had to worry about how much storage an e-reader has in the first place, but including more is really only a plus in the Kindle (2022)’s favor. 16GB will let you fit thousands of ebooks or your fair share of Audible audiobooks. It’s not clear why the $139 e-reader starts with less storage than the $99 one (I assume this is purely to hit a specific price point) but it does make the entry-level Kindle that much more enticing for anyone in the market for a new e-reader. The Kindle (2022) starts with 16GB of storage in comparison to 8GB on the Kindle Paperwhite. Ian Carlos Campbell / Inverse More storage to start The Kindle comes with 8GB of extra storage and is still tiny. Rest assured, the Kindle (2022) lasts just as long as the previous versions, and likely longer if you’re only turning Wi-Fi on to download books. I wasn’t able to reproduce that exactly, but I easily got through three weeks, with hour-long bouts of reading, Wi-Fi on, and a much more liberal use of the adjustable backlight before the Kindle (2022) hit 20 percent battery. Amazon estimates you can get up to six weeks on a single charge (reading 30 minutes a day with Wi-Fi off and brightness set to 13). Pretty much every device I own uses USB-C to charge, whether it’s my laptop or the Playdate, so a Kindle with a USB-C port means I’m carrying around one less charging cable and charging brick.Ĭharging over USB-C takes around two hours to fully fill up the Kindle (2022), but once you do, it lasts a very long time between charges. Ian Carlos Campbell / Inverse USB-C charging and battery lifeĪmazon has been steadily rolling out USB-C to its Kindles and Fire tablets and even though it's a simple change, it makes a difference. The Kindle (2022) is as basic as an e-reader gets, but it fits the bill.īringing USB-C to the Kindle means one less charger in your bag. But when it comes down to it, whichever e-reader lets me cheaply and efficiently read is going to be my go-to. I like the bells and whistles of a fancy e-reader - I’ve got my eye on Amazon’s upcoming Kindle Scribe - and the added flexibility to easily download public library books Kobo’s e-readers have. ![]() You lose some premium features of the larger and pricier 6.8-inch Paperwhite, but you get more pocketability in exchange. With a 6-inch display and overall lighter body than the Paperwhite at 156 grams versus 205 grams, the Kindle (2022) is even more of a one-hander and basically the e-reader equivalent of a dime store paperback. Using the Kindle (2022) was, oddly, a breath of fresh air coming off my $140 Kindle Paperwhite. With the new $99.99 entry-level Kindle, Amazon is cementing that position even more with some key upgrades to the charging options and screen. Amazon’s e-readers are some of the most affordable, easiest to use, and highest quality devices to consume books. But like before, it’ll still often take a second or so to register touch and change the interface accordingly.If you read and buy books regularly on Amazon, chances are you’ve considered purchasing a Kindle.Īmazon’s grip on publishing, bookselling, and reading is vast and tight - and for at least reading, it exists for a good reason. The new device does offer more storage - at 16GB - so you’ll be able to store more ebooks than before. ![]() Kindles have never been performance beasts, and the new base Kindle is no exception to that rule. Amazon Kindle (2022) performance Image source: Christian de Looper for BGR I was able to read in direct sunlight with no issue whatsoever - something that you won’t get on a tablet like the iPad. The Kindle also has adjustable brightness levels that make it great for use both indoors and out. The display is still a relatively small 6 inches, but many will appreciate the pocketable size. This helps text look sharp and clear, making for a great reading experience. The base Kindle now offers a 300 ppi display, which means the resolution is on-par with the more expensive Kindle Paperwhite. While the design is largely the same, except for the USB-C port, one of the major upgrades this year comes in the form of a better display. This Kindle is not, and so if you’re looking for a waterproof device that you can feel comfortable leaving poolside, you might want to upgrade. One big difference between this Kindle and the Paperwhite is the fact that the Paperwhite is waterproof. Image source: Christian de Looper for BGR I’m glad Amazon has finally moved this device to USB-C - it’s long overdue, and disappointing that it took this long. On the bottom is the power button, next to the USB-C port for charging. The Kindle is available in Black and Denim, and has rounded edges. By signing up, I agree to the Terms of Use and have reviewed the Privacy Notice.
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