Had a kindle passed it down to adult child that passed it on to another family member. Definitely enjoyed by all. Waited for a bundle sale. Worth the wait. Very impressed with all aspects of my new Kindle. The weight, texture, ease of use, ability to adjust the font size, screen brightness plus so much more. The charge is impressive lasting many hours. No issues with delivery or packaging. I can absolutely recommend Kindle. So easy to take with you. Much lighter than a hardback book. The ability to have a whole library by opening the case/cover is a readers dream.
Lose yourself in a book—
wherever, whenever
Kindle Paperwhite is thin, lightweight, and travels easily so you can enjoy your favorite books at any time. With our signature 300 ppi glare-free Paperwhite display—now 10% brighter at its max setting—you can read in any light. And now, a single battery charge via USB-C lasts up to 10 weeks. Battery life may vary depending on use.
Make a splash
With the waterproof Kindle Paperwhite, you’re free to read and relax in more places—from the beach to the bath. Kindle Paperwhite is IPX8 rated to protect against accidental immersion in up to two meters of fresh water for up to 60 minutes, and up to 0.25 meters of seawater for up to 3 minutes. Learn more about waterproof features.
Better together
Our covers are designed by Amazon to perfectly fit your Kindle, thin and lightweight design allows for hours of comfortable reading. They automatically put your Kindle to sleep when closed and wake upon opening, making it easy to get back to your story. Shop Kindle accessories.
FABRIC COVER
Designed by Amazon to perfectly fit your Kindle, these slim, form-fitting covers attach securely and fold back for one-handed reading. Shop fabric covers
GLASS SCREEN PROTECTOR
Ultra-clear and scratch resistant glass provides protection without compromising the display.
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LEATHER COVER
Textured natural leather cover with microfiber interior protects your display from scratches. Cover folds back for easy one-handed reading. Shop leather covers
Every day is an earth day
You don’t have to be an environmental scientist to make sustainable choices. We considered sustainability in the design of this Kindle device. Here’s how:
Materials
60% post-consumer recycled plastics in device
70% recycled magnesium in device
Device Packaging
95% of this device’s packaging is made of wood fiber-based materials from responsibly managed forests or recycled sources.
Part With Purpose
There may come a time when you want to trade in or recycle your device. Explore options with Amazon Second Chance.
Technical Details
Kindle Paperwhite
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Display |
Amazon's 6.8” Paperwhite display technology with built-in light, 300 ppi, optimized font technology, 16-level gray scale. |
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Size |
6.9” x 4.9” x .32” (174.2 x 124.6 x 8.1 mm). |
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Weight |
7.23 oz (205 g). Actual size and weight may vary by configuration and manufacturing process. |
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System Requirements |
None; fully wireless and doesn't require a computer to download content. |
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On-Device Storage |
8 GB; holds thousands of books. |
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Cloud Storage |
Free cloud storage for all Amazon content. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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) wifi networks. |
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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. |
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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). |
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Documentation |
Learn more about Kindle devices with our Quick Start Guide and Kindle User Guide. |
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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 Amazon's Conditions of Use and the terms found here. |
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Included in the Box |
Kindle Paperwhite, USB-C charging cable and Quick Start Guide. |
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Waterproofing |
Waterproof (IPX8), tested to withstand immersion in 2 meters of fresh water for 60 minutes. Learn more about the waterproof Kindle Paperwhite. |
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Available Colors |
Black, Denim, and Agave Green |
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Generation |
Kindle Paperwhite (11th Generation) - 2021 release. |
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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. |
Larger and heavier than my previous version
I loved, loved, loved my previous Kindle - 2015 version. It was lightweight and fit my hand (and my back pocket) well. But alas, all good things must come to an end. The battery started acting up (one minute it was 75%, next it was dead). It was getting too hard to manage and I needed to get a new one. So, I waited for Prime Days to get a deal (which really wasn't much of a deal - 10% off). I ordered the bundle with the charger and the cover. My thoughts on the Kindle: Pros: 1. Battery life seems to be great - I haven't had to charge it yet, and I use my Kindle every day. 2. I like the green color - anytime you can get something not in black is a bonus. 3. The screen size is bigger and the bezel is smaller, so the reading real estate is quite a bit larger than on my previous one. Cons: 1. It is slightly bigger and does not fit my hand as well. It is more difficult to read in bed, with the Kindle over my head, holding it with one hand. 2. It seems much heavier than the previous one - causing more problems when holding it over my head to read in bed. My arms get tired. 3. The cover that comes with it fits it well, but it does not have a hand strap to hold it with one hand. I have tried other covers, but I haven't found one yet that fits my purpose. (See my review on Moko Case for 6.8" Kindle Paperwhite (11th Generation-2021) and Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition, Slim PU Shell Cover Case with Auto-Wake/Sleep for Kindle Paperwhite 2021, Flowers - great idea, but magnet is not strong enough to hold it over your head.) Other than that, it does well what I love about the paperwhite - it is easy to read books in any light - dark room, lit room, sunlight. It holds a lot of books, and you can take your reading with you anywhere.
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