Amazon has started rolling out a new software update for the original Kindle Paperwhite. The new firmware version is 5.3.9. When I first saw it I thought maybe Amazon was adding the features from the new Kindle Paperwhite, but alas it’s a minor update with just a couple of changes. I still think it’s likely […]
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Lots of Kindles on Sale
Amazon is running a promotion today only thanks to the FAA changing their policy to allow ereaders to be used throughout take-off and landing when flying. Amazon is cutting 15% off of the basic Kindle, the new Kindle Fire HD, and 7″ Kindle Fire HDX. Amazon is also running a separate sale for the Kindle […]
Kindle Paperwhite 2 Comics Review with Kindle Panel View (Video)
A few days ago I posted a review of the Kindle Paperwhite 2. When doing the video review I forgot to discuss comics so afterward I put together a quick video showing how Kindle Panel View works for comic books and graphic novels on the Kindle Paperwhite 2. Kindle Panel View has been around since […]
Kindle Paperwhite 2 Review
Review Date: October 2013 – Review unit purchased from Amazon.com Kindle Paperwhite 2 Review Like with my recent review of the Kobo Aura, I’ve decided not to do a super-long detailed review for the 2nd gen Kindle Paperwhite because it’s 90% the same as the original Kindle Paperwhite from last year. I’ll cover the new […]
Kindle MatchBook Goes Live – 74k Titles at $2.99 or Less
Today Amazon officially launched their new program called Kindle MatchBook, which gives customers that purchase a print copy of a book from Amazon to get the ebook edition for $2.99 or less, sometimes free. The most interesting aspect of Kindle MatchBook is that it applies to past purchases as well as new purchases. So anyone […]
Kindle Fire HDX Has Started Shipping Ahead of Schedule
Late last night a shipping notice turned up in my inbox for the 7″ Kindle Fire HDX. The device is scheduled to show up Monday the 14th. I was surprised to see a shipping notice so soon because when I placed the pre-order it said the estimated delivery date would be between Thursday, October 24 […]
9.7″ Kindle DX on Sale for $189; 8.9″ Kindle Fire HD for $229
It looks like Amazon is attempting to clear out some of their older devices by running a sale on the Kindle DX and 8.9″ Kindle Fire HD. Both are priced lower than ever, so beware, if you’ve got an itchy buying finger it might be too hard to resist. Kindle DX for $189 Kindle Fire […]
Kindle Paperwhite 2 Has Much Improved Frontlight, But Difference with Carta Screen is Marginal
My Kindle Paperwhite 2 arrived yesterday so I’ve had a few hours to analyze the new screen and frontlight. The first thing that jumps out about the new Paperwhite is that from the outside it is pretty much an exact replica of last year’s Paperwhite. The only noticeable difference is the new one says “Amazon” […]