Amazon updates Kindle Paperwhite lineup with USB-C

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The popular Kindle Paperwhite eBook reader starts at $140 and is now available in three models -- standard, signature, and kid.

Kindle Paperwhite has been updated with USB-C, faster processor
Kindle Paperwhite has been updated with USB-C, faster processor


The Kindle Paperwhite has been upgraded to USB-C and up to 32GB of storage. The most expensive Signature Edition even has an auto-brightness sensor and Qi wireless charging.

The three models -- standard, signature, and kid -- all have the same 6.8-inch display and IPX8 water resistance. The move to USB-C is also a big win for consumers because the Kindle was likely one of the stragglers holding on to micro USB.

According to ArsTechnica, the new Kindle Paperwhite models get a faster processor too. This translates to about a 20% faster page turn than older models.

The standard model comes with 8GB of storage and ads by default for $140. Customers can upgrade to 32GB of storage or an ad-free model as well.

The kids model comes with a case, is ad-free, and includes a one-year subscription to Amazon Kids+ for $160. It has the same features as the standard model.

The Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition has 32GB of storage, includes an auto-brightness sensor and Qi wireless charging. The most significant difference between this $190 model and the $250 Kindle Oasis is the Oasis has physical buttons and a more streamlined design.

Customers can pre-order the new Kindle Paperwhite models with first shipments going out October 27.

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Comments

  • Reply 1 of 3
    dewmedewme Posts: 5,372member
    Good move. The micro-USB scourge cannot be extinguished soon enough.
    watto_cobra
  • Reply 2 of 3
    Pro tip: do a chat with Amazon and tell them you’re moving to a country that Amazon doesn’t operate in and ask them to remove the ads from your Kindle.
    watto_cobra
  • Reply 3 of 3
    dewme said:
    Good move. The micro-USB scourge cannot be extinguished soon enough.
    Totally agreed.  I absolutely love my Kindle; it's even better for reading than my iPad Mini.  But I will definitely welcome one less charging cord.
    watto_cobra
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