Review: All-New Kindle (2016)

White Kindle

The 1st deliveries of the brand-new Kindle model begun to arrive on doorsteps over the past couple of days. My loaner review unit showed up on Thursday early morning, as well as I have put in the past three days and nights actively playing with it (it makes for an amazing discus).

I select the white-colored style for the sake of trying something fresh, in addition to I believe I have had it long enough to publish my review.

It's white-colored.

It's a Amazon kindle.

Very seriously, those of you, it's 2016 as well as we have long since reached the point where we talk about the Kindle in much the same way that managers used to make reference to IBM.

Are you aware that phrase "Nobody ever got fired for choosing IBM"?

It referred to the general opinion that IBM was the safe option for computers, which was real during the time. As well as it is simply just as true right now that the Kindle is the reliable choice for e-readers, understanding that has been true for several years now.

The completely new Kindle is a very well enough replacement for what was already a very adequate ebook reader. The 2014 basic Kindle may have been big plus blocky, yet all that fell away when you work with it to read.

Nevertheless, the new one is quite a lot prettier, and even I'd tell you it's even prettier when compared with the Paperwhite. The 2016 Amazon kindle is thinner as well as smaller in every way than its predecessor, and it sports smaller bezels, a smooth back together with curved edges (an enhancement on the Paperwhite), in addition to twice the RAM plus Bluetooth.

It really is a lot prettier than the 2014 model and also it is in every way an improvement, nevertheless my enthusiasm is tempered by the basic fact that I was enthusiastic about the 2014 model and that I no longer need the accessibility options (which are made possible by BT).

So you need to purchase it?

That depends.

I wouldn't encourage replacing to it, not unless your present Kindle had died. However in case I were buying one at this time I may possibly select the 2016 model over the earlier version. Amazon is offering both on its website at this time, and the 2016 model only costs $10 more.

Alternatively, Amazon is as well listing the 2014 Kindle as a refurb for $56.

Is the brand new Kindle really worth the extra $24 over the price of the refurb?

You explain to me. Is the Bluetooth plus accessibility worth enough to you to justify the extra cost? How about the white shell?

The reply to the last question is absolutely no, simply because the Wireless bluetooth does not work properly.

And so what exactly do you think of the brand new Amazon kindle?


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I can not recall the last time that I was so excited (or really excited by any means ) about a tech device release.
My favorite first generation Kindle Paperwhite is dying.
If I do not restart it every couple of days and then the Kindle OS crawls to a halt. The gadget is slow to go the the Home screen, slow to navigate to different functions, as well as slow to access the online book shop. And yes, my Kindle OS is updated.
A few of the features that I really hope to see on the new Kindle include things like:

• Faster page turning.
• A higher resolution display screen (over 400 ppi).
• A screen that is a bit larger than the current 6” model (maybe 7”).
• An easier way to turn pages - like a really solid set of buttons - would be wonderful.
• A general improvement in the speed of navigation for book browsing and through the OS settings.
• A return of the text-to-speech function.
• Better integrated lighting.
• Bluetooth.
• Integrated reading analytics, so that I can get a picture of my own reading behaviors.
• A thinner and lighter device.
• Upgrades in the Kindle book shopping experience from the device, like instant access to my Wish List.

Kindle features that I rarely care about:

• A colour display screen.
• Integrated social features.
• Annotation abilities.

What would motivate you to shop for the new Kindle when it is released?
What the heck is on your Kindle wish list?

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Cartoon Leather Cover Case for All-New Kindle (8th Generation)

For reading with my Kindle at home, I prefer using it without a cover, but I put it in my purse when going to appointments, events, and when traveling. Therefore, I needed a cover so it wouldn't get scratched, but wanted something very minimal. I wanted very thin and lightweight. This cover was described as "Thinnest and Lightest," and I agree. It seems almost featherweight and adds very, very little bulk, but on a device that only weighs about 7 ounces itself, I can tell that it adds just a little bit of weight. I've been leaving it in the cover even at home, however, because I'm afraid if I remove and replace it too many times, it might loosen or break. It's a very simple and attractive cover, which is what I wanted. The Paperwhite just snaps into the little plastic "tray" which holds it securely. The front and back covers are held closed magnetically, and somehow wake the Kindle when it's opened and put it to sleep when it's closed. Even though the cover is happily very thin, I think it would offer some basic level of protection if the device was dropped. I ordered the pink, which is a calm shade. The outside of the cover is firm and has a small leather-like grain, and the inside of the front cover is soft microfiber in charcoal gray. The cover does give you the impression that you're holding a real book, and the front cover will fold completely around to the back for holding it in one hand. I recommend this cover especially for those like me who'd prefer no cover or a very minimal one, but want some protection for the Kindle. This cover is even better than I expected! The price was excellent as well.
I really balked at buying the Amazon branded cover for this device. It is nigh on 30% of the device price. So I noticed this case had great reviews AND you can get it for a song if you choose the lowest-priced color. I figured if I didn't like it I was out eight bucks and I can always buy the Amazon case. My blue one was $7.99 and the red one is a ridiculous $5.99 right now. I think I'm going to order it just as a backup.
I like it. It looks exactly like the manufacturer's pictures. It behaves exactly like the manufacturer says it will. The on and off feature works perfectly, always, the very first time. I have Amazon Prime, so for $6 and free shipping it simply doesn't make sense to at least try it before laying out 35 bucks plus tax for the genuine Amazon one. Having said that, I have a Visio 8" tablet with a Amazon-type case which uses clamps to hold the device in rather than the style used on this case. Assuming the Amazon is as good as the Visio, I would probably prefer it because absolutely nothing impinges on the top of the device. Whereas this cover has a full fake leather surround. It does not, however, ever impinge on the actual screen. Those way more expensive cases with stretchy elastic across the corners are a ridiculous design. Also, if you want a completely zippered cover, this is not for you. By the way, the fake leather is just fine.
Finally, they manufacture millions of these, okay hundreds of thousands, and some very few are going to have a glitch. From what I have read, the manufacturer responds quickly and without question. Email them they send you a new one. Unless money is no object, there's simply no reason not to at least try this case if you're looking for an automatic on and off open and close kind of case.
Okay, writing this review I am definitely going to order the red one. I just remembered I got a three-year extended warranty from Square Trade, so I might need it. BTW, do not buy any extended warranty from Amazon by just clicking on the one especially for the Paperwhite. Call their (Square Trade) 800 number and they will walk you through ordering a super deal. Again, I wasn't going to spend 30% for a three-year extended warranty. It was less.
Oh yeah, the Paperwhite has in my opinion reach nearly the pinnacle of industrial perfection. I mean sure, if it was thin as construction paper and equally foldable, cost $5, and turned the pages according to the movement of your eyes that would be better. But for reading text without diagrams it is indisputably currently state-of-the-art.
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