E-readers are becoming increasingly popular as people look for ways to save space and reduce clutter in their homes. But are they really better for your eyes? Some experts say that e-readers can actually cause eye strain and fatigue because of the way they emit light. The light from an e-reader is not as evenly distributed as the light from a traditional book, which can cause your eyes to work harder. Other experts say that e-readers are actually easier on your eyes because you can adjust the font size and the brightness of the screen to suit your
I think e-readers are worth it. I like having the option to carry around a lot of books without having to lug around a physical book. I also like being able to highlight passages and take notes on the books I'm reading.
Yes, you can use your Samsung tablet as an eReader. There are a number of apps available that will allow you to do this, including Amazon Kindle, Nook, and Kobo.
Yes, you can use your tablet as an eReader. There are many apps available that will allow you to do this, such as Kindle, Nook, and Kobo.
4.8/5
Select from millions of books, newspapers, and audiobooks. Holds thousands of titles so you can take your library with you.
Prime members read free with unlimited access to over a thousand titles.
Read distraction-free. Highlight passages, look up definitions, translate words, and adjust text size—without ever leaving the page.
Purpose-built for reading, with a 167 ppi glare-free display that reads like real paper, even in direct sunlight.
A single battery charge lasts weeks, not hours.
Adjustable front light lets you read comfortably for hours-indoors and outdoors, day and night.
Enjoy more books with Audible. Pair with Bluetooth headphones or speakers to switch seamlessly between reading and listening.
$234
The finest travel item I've ever brought was my Kindle. I enjoy reading, so the combination of the extended battery life and lightweight design was ideal. I didn't need to charge the device once throughout my three weeks vacation. It was still 59% charged when I eventually connected it to a power source. For our upcoming trip, my hubby wants one!
4.4/5
A single battery charge lasts weeks, not hours
Higher resolution display (300 ppi) - with twice as many pixels
Now available in black or white
Massive selection, low prices - over a million titles $2.99 or less
Built-in adjustable light - read day and night
No screen glare, even in bright sunlight, unlike tablets
Prime members read free with unlimited access to over a thousand titles
$234
Examined as of September 17, 2015I'm a retired information systems specialist, and I'm writing this evaluation from the perspective of someone who has used Kindles for a long time. The basic Kindle, the 2013, 2014, and new 2015 Paperwhite, as well as the Fire HD6, Fire HD7, Fire HDX7, and Fire HDX8.9 are all e-readers and Fire devices I currently own from Amazon. This evaluation is for the "All-New Kindle Paperwhite" from 2015. The 2014 Kindle is on the left in the attached photo, while the new 2015 Kindle is on the right. Here is a summary of how I feel about the 2015 model compared to the 2014 model.I am not overly impressed with the 2015 model because it is not a significant upgrade over the 2014 model. From its first generation 2012 model to its second generation 2013 model, the Paperwhite underwent significant upgrades, particularly in the display and processing departments. The 2013 edition was the "workhorse" e-book device since it had 2 GB of storage, an excellent display, and a fantastic battery. The 2014 model's only modification was a storage increase to 4 GB. The battery life was somewhat reduced in the third generation 2015 model but the display resolution was raised.A Paperwhite device, a quick start manual, and a brief USB cord are included in the box. Currently, Amazon does not include a power adaptor.It is the exact same size as earlier Paperwhite models. Because of a smaller battery, the weight has decreased somewhat from 7.3 to 7.2 ounces, a difference of less than an ounce.The 2015 model will work with all cases that suit the other Paperwhites, which is great news!DISPLAY: To match the Voyage, the resolution has been increased to 300 ppi. In actual use, though, I can't identify the difference unless I compare the new version to a previous one. Unfortunately, I found that the new Paperwhite is not quite as bright as the earlier ones when set to the same brightness level when I placed them side by side. When the settings are lower, this is more apparent. Additionally, the bottom of my Kindle has a faint shadow that resembles a small gray smudge and isn't nearly as evenly lighted as the rest of the display. Despite being little, it is discernible. Instead of being presented in silver letters on the plastic shell, the logo is now shining black against matte black. Only while looking at the sparkling "Kindle" reflection at an angle to light is it possible to see.(September 2015 update: I can distinguish between my new 2015 Paperwhite and previous Paperwhites by looking for the Kindle logo. They are so comparable!BATTERY: The new model's battery is said to be one-third bigger than that of the Paperwhites from 2013 and 2014. And it's obvious! The new PW battery depletes much more quickly when used simultaneously. It is currently rated for 6 weeks of average daily usage at 12 an hour, compared to 8 weeks for prior versions. According to that standard, the battery can last 21 hours as opposed to 28 hours on the older models.(September 2015 update: I forgot my chargers when traveling for a week long vacation. I was traveling and read a lot while carrying the 2014 Kindle. The battery barely made it through the entire trip. The 2015 model would have run out of power before to my return home because of the decreased battery life. Most users shouldn't typically have a problem with this because the 2015 battery does have a lengthy life. However, I feel so spoiled not having to bring a charger on any vacation, no matter how long.)STORAGE: There has been no change. The storage capacity is the same at 4 GB. Mine had 2990 MB of free space when it left the manufacturer. Depending on the hard disk, this value will vary slightly from device to device.Unfortunately, the Paperwhite still doesn't have audio. So you're still unable to listen to Audible books or play background music. The PaperWhite, regular Kindle, and Kindle Voyage do not have audio capabilities, so if you require audio features, you might want to have a look at the Kindle Fire series. I still wish I could listen to Audible books as you could with the Kindle Keyboard (September 2015 update:WiFi: There has been no change. I had anticipated for an 802.11ac upgrade or at the very least, the addition of the less congested 5-Ghz range of wifi. To download books if you are in an area with lots of wifi, get closer to your network. Even if the Paperwhite doesn't consume much bandwidth, WhisperSync and book downloads require communication with a router.The new Kindle Paperwhite could have a little faster processor or, more likely, have had their memory increased from 512MB to 1024MB to match the Voyage. I've got more than a thousand books here. All of my books are added to collections, such as "Reading Queue" for ones I haven't read yet but intend to, and "Already Read" for those I have. This allows me to keep track of what I own. The genre collections "Crime/Mystery/Thriller," "SciFi/Fantasy," "Historical Fiction," "Romance," etc. are also used to categorize my books. When I want to locate a new book to read in my library that I have not read and what I want is a Mystery novel but not a SciFi, categorizing my books greatly helps me. It can be quite difficult to tell if I have touched the check box in the add-to-collection page when I try to add a new book that I have downloaded to the right collections for later reading because the process can be so slow. The 2015 Kindle appears to be quicker there.(September 2015 update: I've discovered that the speed and WiFi signal's intensity and quality are closely related. Although I can get a decent signal in my congested WiFi location, the speed noticeably decreases when I am not in the same room as the router. Although the bandwidth is quicker and less congested, I still wish it had 5Ghz antennae.)Software: The new Paperwhite's user interface is the same as the old Paperwhite's, with the exception that the new Paperwhite has the Bookerly typeface pre-installed. For those who already own a new Fire tablet, the Bookerly typeface is available for comparison. Personally, I prefer the Bookerly typeface on the Paperwhite just as much as the Caecilian and Palatino fonts. The ideal font for reading appears to vary based on the book and font magnification. Eight size magnifications are still present. The firmware that came with my 2015 Paperwhite was, however, a version out of date. Kindle 5.6.1.1 (2634130033) is the firmware version that is installed on the 2015 model, as opposed to Kindle 5.6.2.1 (263439002) on my 2014 model.(September 2015 update: Amazon updated all of its Kindles' software, making the Bookerly typeface accessible on all of the devices.)WITH OR WITHOUT SPECIAL OFFERS? If you purchase a case that turns your device on when it's closed and off when it's opened, I highly suggest spending the extra $20 to have the adverts removed. To return to the page of the book where you left off, even if you have special offers, you must swipe the Kindle from the lock screen. When you open your case without any special offers, you are sent directly to the book and page where you left off reading. Lock screen absent! It's fantastic to have a Kindle Paperwhite without any special promotions. You may pick up right where you left off after opening the case and the Kindle turns on. When the case is closed, it turns off. Not another finger swipe!
4.3/5
Get instant access to new releases and bestsellers, plus over a million titles at $2.99 or less.
Now available in Black or Twilight Blue
The built-in adjustable light lets you read indoors and outdoors, day and night.
Now with Audible. Pair with Bluetooth headphones or speakers to listen to your story.
Enjoy twice the storage with 8 GB. Or choose 32 GB to hold more magazines, comics, and audiobooks.
A single battery charge lasts weeks, not hours.
Now waterproof, so you’re free to read and relax at the beach, by the pool, or in the bath.
The thinnest, lightest Kindle Paperwhite yet—with a flush-front design and 300 ppi glare-free display that reads like real paper even in bright sunlight.
$234
Revised review as of October 6, 2019:After using it for about a year, I found that the problems I highlighted in the initial review were mainly insignificant when reading. I had to remember to look very attentively in order to see the pinhole in the corner, so it never bothered me. When in hibernation, the battery can endure for a very long time—even for many, many weeks—if it is not utilized. The uneven color temperature of the screen is another thing I hardly recall noticing. The glare is the one thing that is still somewhat bothersome. I had to change my reading position when I was close to a window to avoid the glare. It's a challenge that a digital gadget finds difficult to solve, but there isn't much to give up in terms of ease and lightness. Due to the fact that I was being picky about a product for which I had high expectations, please take my initial review below with a grain of salt. I also made the decision to upgrade from 3 to 4 stars.Original review date: November 12, 2018; updated date: January 26, 2019:Since 2014, I've had a Kindle Paperwhite. That old one, which I really liked and gave away previously. I may have had too high of expectations for this new 2018 version (waited for its release for many months), but I was pretty let down by a few of its flaws.I should start by saying that I am a lover of electronic books. I also believe that the Kindle Paperwhite is a good device because it is lightweight, simple to use, and has an LCD screen rather than a screen that is gentler on the eyes. I also briefly used a Kindle Oasis, but I didn't like it because of the hard, smooth aluminum back and the fact that the Paperwhite's bottom lights caused the light to be uneven from top to bottom rather than from left to right. As a result, reading was less distracting because the light was generally even within each text line.The new 2018 Paperwhite is here:I enjoy how the screen now has flat bezels. But there is a bright pinhole dot under the screen on both the original gadget I received and the replacement (see photos). It appears to be a small flaw or piece of dust that is located in the light distribution layer above the e-ink text (my guess). The dot becomes quite bright and distracting when the front light is set to a high level. It shocked me that the second device had the same problem (is it simply chance or is there something more going on here? ), but since it was close to the corner, I chose to put up with it. Based on numerous reviews, it appears that this pinhole bright spot problem also affects earlier generations; I'm just surprised Amazon hasn't rectified it.In addition, I have no idea what happened to the charging cable because I had to use a lot of force to insert and remove it from the device; it appears that the connectors are poorly designed.(Update January 26, 2019: After the first few usage, plugging in the cable was easier; it eventually became routine and painless.)Additionally, the screen seems more smudge-prone than my previous Paperwhite. Where there are fingerprints, the writing appears a little bit blurrier.The screen has a lot of reflection from light sources or bright windows, which is another problem (please see my photo, taken under an east-facing window in the afternoon). I can't recall if this is how it has always been or if the new screen upgrade is to blame. I had to tilt my Kindle at specific angles to avoid the glare, which was still rather irritating even with the window curtains closed. Real paperback books don't have reflected glare problems when viewed in the same lighting.Additionally, my replacement Kindle Paperwhite appears a little bit yellower near the bottom, especially on the left side, when front light is on and external ambient light is slightly weak. This is bothersome, but perhaps I'll get used to it. I try to persuade myself that it's just like real paper books getting old and having some pages turn yellow.(Revised January 26, 2019: Other reviewers have brought up the subject of short battery life. My experience is similar in that if I don't use it for a few hours, even with WiFi on, the device will go into what is akin to a hibernation mode. This mode requires a little longer to come up from, but it allows the battery to persist for several weeks if put on a shelf. The battery barely lasts more than a week if I read for 1-2 hours every day while the wifi is turned on. The only drawback is that without WiFi, Wikipedia won't be able to appear if you don't know a term and the dictionary also doesn't contain it, which is very likely to be the case.) However, keeping airplane mode on while reading would considerably conserve battery.Maybe I'm just expecting too much from a computer. Overall, it's still an excellent device for reading books, and when I asked for a replacement, Amazon quickly delivered one. I can no longer swear by e-readers, though, after these encounters. I don't frequently write reviews, but I have strong feelings about this product and really hope it will benefit other customers and aid Amazon in making their products better.
4.3/5
Get instant access to new releases and bestsellers, plus over a million titles at $2.99 or less.
Now available in Black or Twilight Blue
Enjoy twice the storage with 8 GB. Or choose 32 GB to hold more magazines, comics, and audiobooks.
A single battery charge lasts weeks, not hours.
The built-in adjustable light lets you read indoors and outdoors, day and night.
Now waterproof, so you’re free to read and relax at the beach, by the pool, or in the bath.
The thinnest, lightest Kindle Paperwhite yet—with a flush-front design and 300 ppi glare-free display that reads like real paper even in bright sunlight.
Now with Audible. Pair with Bluetooth headphones or speakers to listen to your story.
$234
Revised review as of October 6, 2019:After using it for about a year, I found that the problems I highlighted in the initial review were mainly insignificant when reading. I had to remember to look very attentively in order to see the pinhole in the corner, so it never bothered me. When in hibernation, the battery can endure for a very long time—even for many, many weeks—if it is not utilized. The uneven color temperature of the screen is another thing I hardly recall noticing. The glare is the one thing that is still somewhat bothersome. I had to change my reading position when I was close to a window to avoid the glare. It's a challenge that a digital gadget finds difficult to solve, but there isn't much to give up in terms of ease and lightness. Due to the fact that I was being picky about a product for which I had high expectations, please take my initial review below with a grain of salt. I also made the decision to upgrade from 3 to 4 stars.Original review date: November 12, 2018; updated date: January 26, 2019:Since 2014, I've had a Kindle Paperwhite. That old one, which I really liked and gave away previously. I may have had too high of expectations for this new 2018 version (waited for its release for many months), but I was pretty let down by a few of its flaws.I should start by saying that I am a lover of electronic books. I also believe that the Kindle Paperwhite is a good device because it is lightweight, simple to use, and has an LCD screen rather than a screen that is gentler on the eyes. I also briefly used a Kindle Oasis, but I didn't like it because of the hard, smooth aluminum back and the fact that the Paperwhite's bottom lights caused the light to be uneven from top to bottom rather than from left to right. As a result, reading was less distracting because the light was generally even within each text line.The new 2018 Paperwhite is here:I enjoy how the screen now has flat bezels. But there is a bright pinhole dot under the screen on both the original gadget I received and the replacement (see photos). It appears to be a small flaw or piece of dust that is located in the light distribution layer above the e-ink text (my guess). The dot becomes quite bright and distracting when the front light is set to a high level. It shocked me that the second device had the same problem (is it simply chance or is there something more going on here? ), but since it was close to the corner, I chose to put up with it. Based on numerous reviews, it appears that this pinhole bright spot problem also affects earlier generations; I'm just surprised Amazon hasn't rectified it.In addition, I have no idea what happened to the charging cable because I had to use a lot of force to insert and remove it from the device; it appears that the connectors are poorly designed.(Update January 26, 2019: After the first few usage, plugging in the cable was easier; it eventually became routine and painless.)Additionally, the screen seems more smudge-prone than my previous Paperwhite. Where there are fingerprints, the writing appears a little bit blurrier.The screen has a lot of reflection from light sources or bright windows, which is another problem (please see my photo, taken under an east-facing window in the afternoon). I can't recall if this is how it has always been or if the new screen upgrade is to blame. I had to tilt my Kindle at specific angles to avoid the glare, which was still rather irritating even with the window curtains closed. Real paperback books don't have reflected glare problems when viewed in the same lighting.Additionally, my replacement Kindle Paperwhite appears a little bit yellower near the bottom, especially on the left side, when front light is on and external ambient light is slightly weak. This is bothersome, but perhaps I'll get used to it. I try to persuade myself that it's just like real paper books getting old and having some pages turn yellow.(Revised January 26, 2019: Other reviewers have brought up the subject of short battery life. My experience is similar in that if I don't use it for a few hours, even with WiFi on, the device will go into what is akin to a hibernation mode. This mode requires a little longer to come up from, but it allows the battery to persist for several weeks if put on a shelf. The battery barely lasts more than a week if I read for 1-2 hours every day while the wifi is turned on. The only drawback is that without WiFi, Wikipedia won't be able to appear if you don't know a term and the dictionary also doesn't contain it, which is very likely to be the case.) However, keeping airplane mode on while reading would considerably conserve battery.Maybe I'm just expecting too much from a computer. Overall, it's still an excellent device for reading books, and when I asked for a replacement, Amazon quickly delivered one. I can no longer swear by e-readers, though, after these encounters. I don't frequently write reviews, but I have strong feelings about this product and really hope it will benefit other customers and aid Amazon in making their products better.
4.3/5
A single battery charge lasts weeks, not hours
Now with Bookerly, our exclusive font, hand-crafted from the ground up for faster reading with less eyestrain
A Certified Refurbished Paperwhite E-reader is refurbished, tested, and certified to look and work like new
Built-in adjustable light--read day and night
New, higher resolution display (300 ppi)--now with twice as many pixels
Unlike tablets, no screen glare, even in bright sunlight
Massive selection, lowest prices--over a million titles at $2.99 or less
Prime members read free with unlimited access to over a thousand titles
$234
Since you enjoy the feel of books, I'll venture a guess that you don't know whether you want to purchase a Kindle.The kindle strikes the ideal mix between a book and a digital format, as I'm about to inform you.QUICK REVIEWPurchasing a Kindle is a good idea. Purchase the paperwhite without advertisements. Thank you very much.LONG SUMMARYI agree with you; I adore tactile books as well. But I know myself well enough to know that once I fail to bring my book with me, it's game over. I rarely complete the first book before starting another. Additionally, I am aware that if I try to read on my phone or iPad, I will become sidetracked and start to wonder what is going on online (Instagram won't scroll by itself). I won't complete the book, any way.DON'T KINDLEThe Kindle combines the best elements of both worlds. The e-ink display is just amazing. I really wish iPhones had e-ink screens. It resembles a printed page exactly. Thus, you have all the benefits of being digital while reading a physical book on paper.Namely:- Post your current read on Facebook, Twitter, or Goodreads (so you can look SMORT)- Included dictionaries (so you can learn the proper spelling of the word SMORT)- Create a PDF of your highlights.Additionally, it will sync with the Kindle app on your phone so you can finish reading the chapter while using the restroom (don't lie, you always use the restroom and are either on your phone or reading the febreeze ingredients).READING AT NIGHTThe backlight appears fantastic. It's the ideal size. And because you read a page at a time, you avoid another drawback of physical books: the awkward "I just need to hold the book odd like this for a second while I finish the left page, then I'll be on the right page and can relax" scenario. Instead, you can read while lying in bed. The best.BOOKS IN LIBRARYDigital library books can be checked out without leaving your home. In addition, you may create highlights and export them as PDF files. To address your following question, you can technically highlight the entire book, but doing so would be time-consuming.ADS OR NO ADS?Choose the version without advertisements. Do you still recall the issue with reading on your phone? Distractions. Why would you purchase a device that excels at only one task (isolated reading) and then destroy the experience with advertisements for goods you ought to purchase? Now you're wondering whether Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy will ever actually get together instead of "oh right, I gotta have my oil changed" or "what am I going to bake for dinner?"WHY THAT MODEL?You don't require a more expensive Kindle, either. The other ones don't offer any more value for the money whereas this one works excellent. Get the wifi-only device if you can help it (come on, you're going to use 3G to download books on the go?).Yes, this is the best e-reader currently available. Seriously, it's Amazon. You can access ANY book with a few taps.What you desireKindle Paperwhite with no advertisements (wifi only, because honestly, you're going to use 3G?You're dang well invited.
4.3/5
Reads like real paper with the latest e-ink technology for fast page turns.
Adjustable warm light to shift screen shade from white to amber.
Instant access to millions of books, newspapers, and audiobooks.
Works with Audible - pair with Bluetooth headphones or speakers to switch seamlessly between reading and listening.
Thin and light ergonomic design with page turn buttons.
Our best 7", 300 ppi flush-front Paperwhite display.
Waterproof (IPX8) so you can read in the bath or by the pool.
$234
Pros:__________• It is compact, offers just two basic physical controls, and has a stylish premium aluminum design that makes it attractive to look at without being ostentatious.• The warm temperature display on the screen is flawless. Either manually modify it in the configuration section or simply set it to turn on and off with sunrise and sundown. I recently added an automated timer and, overall, like using this option at night. I don't have any eye irritation from the warm effect, day or night, like I do from a computer screen.• To my surprise, I discovered that I needed to leave the warm temperature display on all day. The effect gives the impression of turning through ancient pages in a book, which is why. I've always preferred physical books, so this feature gives me a comforting sense of that. It makes it appear to be actual paper! However, I only use the cool display when it is extremely bright outside; otherwise, the warm display works perfectly day or night. You can choose from a variety of cold brightness intensity levels and warm temperature effect ranges to suit your needs. I'm getting a clean image and no glare regardless of any ambient lighting, therefore Amazon has finally installed the appropriate software for this display. It ranges from moderate yellow to full-on amber color.• The E-ink display is incredibly quick and effective. • This is one of the rare times when I'm grateful having a bezel border since I can always place my hand at the precise spot on the device, right underneath the page buttons. Since you're simply reading, the processing power isn't too much, and I didn't notice any ghosting while reading.• When I press the page buttons, I get excellent feedback. Although they are not loud, you can still hear that tiny click, which I adore. Although you may change pages using the touch screen, I believe the buttons offer a superior experience.• The gadget is ambidextrous, so it doesn't matter if you have left or right hands! When I tilt the screen to the left, the display adjusts to it as though I were tilting it to the right. Everyone had the same experience.• I brought it outside on a bright, clear day, and even when the sun was directly overhead, the anti-glare matte display screen offered excellent viewing angles.• I appreciate the soft-touch quality of the touch screen, and it is responsive. It produces a delightful experience while eradicating my fingerprint's works.Because it is IPX8 waterproof, it can be removed and transported practically anywhere. An IPX8 will withstand practically any water difficulties, but don't use it underwater. I didn't submerge it in a pool of water.• Bluetooth is quite quick. My Airpods connected in less than 20 seconds, and the feedback is accurate.• Battery life won't be a problem at all. I was able to utilize the battery for about 21 hours in one test. With this, the typical person will probably read for 30 to 40 minutes per day. Wi-Fi will consume far more, but in the end, the math is accurate.• The software is incredibly simple to use and doesn't require navigating the system to highlight text, add bookmarks, acquire more information about your book, or add comments. One feature that I frequently use is the ability to tap a word to open the dictionary for that particular word (you need Wi-Fi).• On this device, you can input MOBI, PDF, and TXT files (I'll go into more depth below).• You may upload files to your Oasis using your Kindle email address, which is a neat function. When I utilized this format to transfer my copy of Steve Jobs' autobiography from my iPad to the Oasis, I discovered that it was 10 times faster (via email).• I discovered 10 different fonts, 14 sizes, and several alignment options at the time of my evaluation. I have the ability to switch back and forth between the several themes that I can save. If more than one person utilizes this gadget, I find this capability to be useful.• On Amazon, the books may be purchased for fairly little money. Being a Prime member makes it even better because you can "borrow" books from the Prime Reading library. In general, if you acquire this gadget, Amazon is the way to go for getting your books and periodicals. There is also Amazon First Reads, which I prefer. I'm confident that, unlike a smartphone, your Oasis will have a respectable shelf life if you take excellent care of it.Pros and Cons:Micro USB! Are they for real? No USB-C connector, just like Amazon's prior models. Micro-USB is sluggish for importing and charging files. I'm getting about 3 hours, 0-100%, for a full charge using Micro-USB. I have no idea who chose to include this design element, but come on!• No jack for headphones! I have no idea why this isn't a built-in feature as the gadget even has place for it.• It will take some practice to discover your preferred brightness and temperature setting. • A touchscreen keyboard is used for typing. As a result, plan on slow typing.
4.3/5
Adjustable warm light to shift screen shade from white to amber.
Waterproof (IPX8) so you can read in the bath or by the pool.
Thin and light ergonomic design with page turn buttons.
Our best 7", 300 ppi flush-front Paperwhite display.
Works with Audible - pair with Bluetooth headphones or speakers to switch seamlessly between reading and listening.
Reads like real paper with the latest e-ink technology for fast page turns.
Instant access to millions of books, newspapers, and audiobooks.
$234
Pros:__________• It is compact, offers just two basic physical controls, and has a stylish premium aluminum design that makes it attractive to look at without being ostentatious.• The warm temperature display on the screen is flawless. Either manually modify it in the configuration section or simply set it to turn on and off with sunrise and sundown. I recently added an automated timer and, overall, like using this option at night. I don't have any eye irritation from the warm effect, day or night, like I do from a computer screen.• To my surprise, I discovered that I needed to leave the warm temperature display on all day. The effect gives the impression of turning through ancient pages in a book, which is why. I've always preferred physical books, so this feature gives me a comforting sense of that. It makes it appear to be actual paper! However, I only use the cool display when it is extremely bright outside; otherwise, the warm display works perfectly day or night. You can choose from a variety of cold brightness intensity levels and warm temperature effect ranges to suit your needs. I'm getting a clean image and no glare regardless of any ambient lighting, therefore Amazon has finally installed the appropriate software for this display. It ranges from moderate yellow to full-on amber color.• The E-ink display is incredibly quick and effective. • This is one of the rare times when I'm grateful having a bezel border since I can always place my hand at the precise spot on the device, right underneath the page buttons. Since you're simply reading, the processing power isn't too much, and I didn't notice any ghosting while reading.• When I press the page buttons, I get excellent feedback. Although they are not loud, you can still hear that tiny click, which I adore. Although you may change pages using the touch screen, I believe the buttons offer a superior experience.• The gadget is ambidextrous, so it doesn't matter if you have left or right hands! When I tilt the screen to the left, the display adjusts to it as though I were tilting it to the right. Everyone had the same experience.• I brought it outside on a bright, clear day, and even when the sun was directly overhead, the anti-glare matte display screen offered excellent viewing angles.• I appreciate the soft-touch quality of the touch screen, and it is responsive. It produces a delightful experience while eradicating my fingerprint's works.Because it is IPX8 waterproof, it can be removed and transported practically anywhere. An IPX8 will withstand practically any water difficulties, but don't use it underwater. I didn't submerge it in a pool of water.• Bluetooth is quite quick. My Airpods connected in less than 20 seconds, and the feedback is accurate.• Battery life won't be a problem at all. I was able to utilize the battery for about 21 hours in one test. With this, the typical person will probably read for 30 to 40 minutes per day. Wi-Fi will consume far more, but in the end, the math is accurate.• The software is incredibly simple to use and doesn't require navigating the system to highlight text, add bookmarks, acquire more information about your book, or add comments. One feature that I frequently use is the ability to tap a word to open the dictionary for that particular word (you need Wi-Fi).• On this device, you can input MOBI, PDF, and TXT files (I'll go into more depth below).• You may upload files to your Oasis using your Kindle email address, which is a neat function. When I utilized this format to transfer my copy of Steve Jobs' autobiography from my iPad to the Oasis, I discovered that it was 10 times faster (via email).• I discovered 10 different fonts, 14 sizes, and several alignment options at the time of my evaluation. I have the ability to switch back and forth between the several themes that I can save. If more than one person utilizes this gadget, I find this capability to be useful.• On Amazon, the books may be purchased for fairly little money. Being a Prime member makes it even better because you can "borrow" books from the Prime Reading library. In general, if you acquire this gadget, Amazon is the way to go for getting your books and periodicals. There is also Amazon First Reads, which I prefer. I'm confident that, unlike a smartphone, your Oasis will have a respectable shelf life if you take excellent care of it.Pros and Cons:Micro USB! Are they for real? No USB-C connector, just like Amazon's prior models. Micro-USB is sluggish for importing and charging files. I'm getting about 3 hours, 0-100%, for a full charge using Micro-USB. I have no idea who chose to include this design element, but come on!• No jack for headphones! I have no idea why this isn't a built-in feature as the gadget even has place for it.• It will take some practice to discover your preferred brightness and temperature setting. I had to spend some time choosing the sort of lighting because Amazon offers a lot of alternatives on the display.• A touchscreen keyboard is used for typing. As a result, plan on slow typing. Sadly, I am unable to use the keyboard tracing effect that many Android and Google phones offer.This is a little slippery to handle because it's made of aluminum, and it slides off my lap rather easily.• If you leave metal outside or in a heated car, it also absorbs heat or cold much more quickly.• Without a quality cover, holding the book feels more like holding a piece of metal.Having trouble connecting to a 5GHz Wi-Fi network. Although this Oasis appears to be identical to its earlier models, I discovered that you can't truly use the same covers. The problem we discovered is that the magnet covers from the previous case model don't stick with the new Oasis. My coworker uses the older model. You would think that since the covers are nearly the same size and weight, they would function. A new case cover will be my expense.• I am receiving advertisements on the device's lock screen at the time of my review. You can get rid of them, but doing so will cost you about $20. Considering what you've already paid for it, I considered this to be absurd.• As I already indicated, this gadget allows you to upload MOBI, PDF, and TXT files. This is cool, but when I insert a straightforward pdf file made up of a brief story, the formatting is gone. It seemed to be a huge mess because the paragraphs were jumbled together and there was a wait when you tried to turn the page. Now, this might just be an isolated incident, but I have to presume that any third-party software that is included into the Oasis will have some difficulties (Importing audiobooks did work flawlessly though).No microSD. This implies that you will always have the storage you currently have. This is a bummer because I know that you can only store around 20 audiobooks on 8 GB (less 1 GB for the initial software). Since there is no way to upgrade the 8 GB, it would seem more logical, given the lifespan of this device, to just invest in the 32 GB.• Although it is little, it is not pocket-sized. Be careful where you place it since I believe I could easily bend this if I wanted to.• The browser function is, in my opinion, still quite experimental. Many websites are displayed as broken or just unreadable due to the display. Obviously, this isn't for online browsing, but they offer this feature, and I choose to ignore it.• In terms of software and design, it is essentially identical to the preceding model. I expected Amazon to at least revamp it into something different given the price (maybe less in the bezels). Final Verdict:
4.3/5
Waterproof (IPX8) so you can read in the bath or by the pool.
Instant access to millions of books, newspapers, and audiobooks.
Works with Audible - pair with Bluetooth headphones or speakers to switch seamlessly between reading and listening.
Our best 7", 300 ppi flush-front Paperwhite display.
Reads like real paper with the latest e-ink technology for fast page turns.
Thin and light ergonomic design with page turn buttons.
Adjustable warm light to shift screen shade from white to amber.
$234
Pros:__________• It is compact, offers just two basic physical controls, and has a stylish premium aluminum design that makes it attractive to look at without being ostentatious.• The warm temperature display on the screen is flawless. Either manually modify it in the configuration section or simply set it to turn on and off with sunrise and sundown. I recently added an automated timer and, overall, like using this option at night. I don't have any eye irritation from the warm effect, day or night, like I do from a computer screen.• To my surprise, I discovered that I needed to leave the warm temperature display on all day. The effect gives the impression of turning through ancient pages in a book, which is why. I've always preferred physical books, so this feature gives me a comforting sense of that. It makes it appear to be actual paper! However, I only use the cool display when it is extremely bright outside; otherwise, the warm display works perfectly day or night. You can choose from a variety of cold brightness intensity levels and warm temperature effect ranges to suit your needs. I'm getting a clean image and no glare regardless of any ambient lighting, therefore Amazon has finally installed the appropriate software for this display. It ranges from moderate yellow to full-on amber color.• The E-ink display is incredibly quick and effective. • This is one of the rare times when I'm grateful having a bezel border since I can always place my hand at the precise spot on the device, right underneath the page buttons. Since you're simply reading, the processing power isn't too much, and I didn't notice any ghosting while reading.• When I press the page buttons, I get excellent feedback. Although they are not loud, you can still hear that tiny click, which I adore. Although you may change pages using the touch screen, I believe the buttons offer a superior experience.• The gadget is ambidextrous, so it doesn't matter if you have left or right hands! When I tilt the screen to the left, the display adjusts to it as though I were tilting it to the right. Everyone had the same experience.• I brought it outside on a bright, clear day, and even when the sun was directly overhead, the anti-glare matte display screen offered excellent viewing angles.• I appreciate the soft-touch quality of the touch screen, and it is responsive. It produces a delightful experience while eradicating my fingerprint's works.Because it is IPX8 waterproof, it can be removed and transported practically anywhere. An IPX8 will withstand practically any water difficulties, but don't use it underwater. I didn't submerge it in a pool of water.• Bluetooth is quite quick. My Airpods connected in less than 20 seconds, and the feedback is accurate.• Battery life won't be a problem at all. I was able to utilize the battery for about 21 hours in one test. With this, the typical person will probably read for 30 to 40 minutes per day. Wi-Fi will consume far more, but in the end, the math is accurate.• The software is incredibly simple to use and doesn't require navigating the system to highlight text, add bookmarks, acquire more information about your book, or add comments. One feature that I frequently use is the ability to tap a word to open the dictionary for that particular word (you need Wi-Fi).• On this device, you can input MOBI, PDF, and TXT files (I'll go into more depth below).• You may upload files to your Oasis using your Kindle email address, which is a neat function. When I utilized this format to transfer my copy of Steve Jobs' autobiography from my iPad to the Oasis, I discovered that it was 10 times faster (via email).• I discovered 10 different fonts, 14 sizes, and several alignment options at the time of my evaluation. I have the ability to switch back and forth between the several themes that I can save. If more than one person utilizes this gadget, I find this capability to be useful.• On Amazon, the books may be purchased for fairly little money. Being a Prime member makes it even better because you can "borrow" books from the Prime Reading library. In general, if you acquire this gadget, Amazon is the way to go for getting your books and periodicals. There is also Amazon First Reads, which I prefer. I'm confident that, unlike a smartphone, your Oasis will have a respectable shelf life if you take excellent care of it.Pros and Cons:Micro USB! Are they for real? No USB-C connector, just like Amazon's prior models. Micro-USB is sluggish for importing and charging files. I'm getting about 3 hours, 0-100%, for a full charge using Micro-USB. I have no idea who chose to include this design element, but come on!• No jack for headphones! I have no idea why this isn't a built-in feature since the device even has room for it.• It will take some practice to find your preferred brightness and temperature setting. I had to spend some time choosing the type of lighting because Amazon offers a lot of options on the display.• A touchscreen keyboard is used for typing. As a result, plan on slow typing. Sadly, I am unable to use the keyboard tracing effect that many Android and Google phones offer.This is a little slippery to hold because it's made of aluminum, and it slides off my lap fairly easily.• If you leave aluminum outside or in a hot car, it also absorbs heat or cold much more quickly.• Without a quality cover, holding the book feels more like holding a piece of metal.Having trouble connecting to a 5GHz Wi-Fi network. Although this Oasis appears to be identical to its earlier models, I discovered that you can't really use the same covers. The problem we discovered is that the magnet covers from the previous case model don't stick with the new Oasis. My coworker has the older model. You would think that since the covers are nearly the same size and weight, they would function. A new case cover will be my expense.• I am receiving advertisements on the device's lock screen at the time of my review. You can get rid of them, but doing so will cost you about $20. Considering what you've already paid for it, I found this to be absurd.• As I already mentioned, this device allows you to upload MOBI, PDF, and TXT files. This is cool, but when I insert a straightforward pdf file made up of a brief story, the formatting is lost. It appears to be a huge mess because the paragraphs were jumbled together and there was a delay when you wanted to turn the page. Now, this might just be an isolated incident, but I have to assume that any third-party software that is incorporated into the Oasis will encounter some difficulties (Importing audiobooks did work flawlessly though).No microSD. This implies that you will always have the storage you currently have. This is a bummer because I know that you can only store around 20 audiobooks on 8 GB (minus 1 GB for the initial software). Since there is no way to upgrade the 8 GB, it would seem more appropriate, given the lifespan of this device, to just invest in the 32 GB.• Although it is small, it is not pocket-sized. Be careful where you place it because I believe I could easily bend this if I wanted to.• The browser function is, in my opinion, still very experimental. Many websites are displayed as broken or simply unreadable due to the display. Obviously, this isn't for web browsing, but they offer this feature, and I choose to ignore it.• In terms of software and design, it is essentially identical to the previous model. I expected Amazon to at least redesign it into something different given the price (maybe less in the bezels). The only significant difference between this design and its predecessor's is the warm color effect, despite the fact that it still has a lovely design. Although they had two years to redesign it, I am aware that this is what Amazon is advertising. If something isn't broken, don't fix it, I suppose.Final Verdict:Since I didn't previously own a Kindle, I would say that I enjoy reading on this. Although I always prefer reading a "real" book, having thousands of books at my disposal lessens the need for that. To be completely honest, it scares me that kids might use this more frequently than a traditional book. It makes me think of the scene in "The Time Machine" from the 1960s where George travels into the future and discovers that all the books he touches dissolve into a fine powder because they haven't been used in centuries.But putting that idea aside, there isn't much competition for products like these, and Amazon is skilled at producing them. The screen is excellent for reading, and it's sleek and quick. While the battery life continues to hold up, the warm light effect does give me the impression that I'm still reading an old book.Be aware that you shouldn't buy this if you already own the Oasis.
4.3/5
Thin and light ergonomic design with page turn buttons.
Waterproof (IPX8) so you can read in the bath or by the pool.
Reads like real paper with the latest e-ink technology for fast page turns.
Instant access to millions of books, newspapers, and audiobooks.
Our best 7", 300 ppi flush-front Paperwhite display.
Adjustable warm light to shift screen shade from white to amber.
Works with Audible - pair with Bluetooth headphones or speakers to switch seamlessly between reading and listening.
$234
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Ereaders do give off blue light, but not as much as other electronic devices, such as computers and smartphones. The blue light from ereaders can affect your sleep if you use them at night, but there are ways to minimize the impact. You can use an app that filters out blue light, or you can set your ereader to night mode, which changes the color of the screen to reduce blue light exposure.
Yes, people still use Kindle devices and many people love them. While some may prefer other types of e-readers or tablets, Kindle has a lot to offer. The main benefits are the great selection of books, the easy-to-use interface, and the long battery life. Kindle devices are also lightweight and portable, making them perfect for reading on the go.
Ebook readers work by displaying electronic versions of books. These books are usually in PDF or ePub format and can be downloaded from the internet or transferred from a computer. The ebook reader will have a built-in screen that displays the text of the book, and the user can turn pages by pressing buttons or tapping the screen. Some ebook readers also have features such as a built-in dictionary, text-to-speech, and the ability to highlight and annotate text.
The number of ebook readers has grown in recent years as the technology has become more popular. There are now several different companies that manufacture ebook readers, and the devices come in a variety of shapes and sizes. Some ebook readers are designed to look like traditional books, while others have a more modern look. The most popular ebook readers on the market are the Kindle from Amazon, the Nook from Barnes & Noble, and the Kobo from Rakuten.
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