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Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (32 GB) – With auto-adjusting front light, wireless charging, 6.8“ display, and up to 10 weeks of battery life – Without Lockscreen Ads – Black
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- Get more with Signature Edition – Everything in the Kindle Paperwhite, plus wireless charging, auto-adjusting front light, and 32 GB storage.
- Purpose-built for reading – With a flush-front design and 300 ppi glare-free display that reads like real paper, even in bright sunlight.
- More reading time – A single charge via USB-C or compatible Qi wireless charger (sold separately) now lasts up to 10 weeks.
- Adjustable screen – Now with adjustable warm light and auto-adjusting front light for a personalized reading experience, day or night.
- More books in more places – Store thousands of titles, then take them all with you.
- Find new stories – With Kindle Unlimited, get unlimited access to over 2 million titles, thousands of audiobooks, and more.
- Go hands-free – Pair with an Audible subscription and Bluetooth headphones or speakers to listen to your story.
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Our best Kindle Paperwhite yet
32 GB of storage means more space for your favorites. Wireless charging means less hassle when you’re headed out. Thinner borders mean more reading space. And an auto-adjusting front light means easier reading day or night.
Now with longer battery lifeGet up to 10 weeks of battery life with a single charge via USB-C or compatible Qi wireless charger (sold separately). |
Easy on the eyesAdjust the shade of your display from a white light to a warm amber, or schedule when the light changes for a personalized reading experience. Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition also has an adaptive front light that automatically adjusts screen brightness based on lighting conditions. |
Go where your story takes youKindle Paperwhite Signature Edition is thin, lightweight, and travels easily so you can enjoy your favorite books at any time. With our signature 300 ppi Paperwhite glare-free display—now 10% brighter at its max setting—you can read in any light. And with 32 GB of storage, you can take thousands of books with you anywhere. |
Make a splash
With the waterproof Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition, 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.
Your reading experience, reimaginedEnjoy an improved Kindle reading experience with the latest software updates. Now with easy access to your device Settings and bottom navigation to switch between Home, Library, or the book you are currently reading. A new Library experience helps you find your favorite books with ease, and a new home experience helps you discover your next read by genre and category. Learn more about the latest Kindle software update. |
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60% post-consumer recycled plastics in device
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95% of this device’s packaging is made of wood fiber-based materials from responsibly managed forests or recycled sources.
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Display Size | 6" glare-free | 6.8" glare-free | 6.8" glare-free | 10.2" glare-free |
Storage | 16 GB | 16 GB | 32 GB | 16 GB, 32 GB, or 64 GB |
Resolution | 300 ppi | 300 ppi | 300 ppi | 300 ppi |
Front light | 4 LEDs | 17 LEDs | 17 LEDs | 35 LEDs |
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Audible (via Bluetooth) | ||||
Parental Controls | ||||
Cover | Sold separately | Sold separately | Sold separately | Sold separately |
Flush-front design | ||||
Waterproof (IPX8) | ||||
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Automatic rotating page orientation | ||||
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Wireless charging | ||||
Wifi Connectivity | Wifi | Wifi | Wifi | Wifi |
Color | Black or Denim | Black, Denim, and Agave Green | Black, Denim, and Agave Green | Tungsten |
Warranty | 1-year limited warranty | 1-year limited warranty | 1-year limited warranty | 1-year limited warranty |
Technical Details
Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition
Display |
Amazon's 6.8” Paperwhite display technology with built-in light, 300 ppi, optimized font technology, 16-level gray scale. |
Size |
6.9” x 4.9” x .32” (174 x 125 x 8.1 mm). |
Weight |
7.3 oz (208 g). Actual size and weight may vary by configuration and manufacturing process. |
System Requirements |
None; fully wireless and doesn't require a computer to download content. |
On-Device Storage |
32 GB; holds thousands of books. |
Cloud Storage |
Free cloud storage for all Amazon content. |
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. |
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; fully charges in less than 3.5 hours with any compatible 10W Qi wireless charging pad (sold separately). Check if your wireless charger is compatible with Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition. |
Wifi Connectivity |
Supports 2.4 GHz and 5.0 GHz networks. Does not support connecting to ad-hoc (or peer-to-peer) wifi networks. |
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 Signature Edition also includes the ability to invert Black and White, adjust font size, font face, line spacing and margins. Learn more about Accessibility for Kindle. |
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). |
Documentation |
Learn more about Kindle devices with our Quick Start Guide and Kindle User Guide. |
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 the terms found here. |
Included in the Box |
Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition, USB-C charging cable and Quick Start Guide. |
Waterproofing |
Waterproof (IPX8), tested to withstand immersion in 2 meters of fresh water for 60 minutes. Learn more about the waterproof Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition. |
Available Colors |
Black, Denim, and Agave Green |
Generation |
Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (11th Generation) - 2021 release. |
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. |
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Customers like the portability, size and battery life of the Kindle. For example, they mention it's light, easy to hold and has the ideal screen size for an e-reader. That said, some disagree on responsiveness, ease of use and screen.
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Customers like the battery life of the book reader. For example, they say it's amazing, great for reading, and has a higher battery life than the Oasis. Some appreciate the non-glare feature and the adjustable brightness.
"...And even after hours of reading, it maintains over 95% charge...." Read more
"...Portable and lightweight, excellent battery life. Easy to see in the sun, shade, and dark rooms...." Read more
"...You can't use them if the battery dies. The battery lasts weeks for me and I'm a heavy reader...." Read more
"...It is small but not too small and easy to hold. The battery life is long lasting so you are t charging all this time...." Read more
Customers like the readability of the book reader. They say it's great for reading, easy to read in both dark and bright sunlight, and the screen is wonderful to read from. They also say the writing is very clear, and it'll feel like reading a paper book.
"...What a nice little E-reader!..." Read more
"...It makes reading on the go so much easier! Portable and lightweight, excellent battery life. Easy to see in the sun, shade, and dark rooms...." Read more
"...Then there's lighting and the ability to read anywhere. I read in bed with the lights off...." Read more
"...like the fact that you can adjust the lightening to make the reading easy on your eyes. It is small but not too small and easy to hold...." Read more
Customers like the size of the book reader. They say it's a nice size, has good eye comfort, and the screen size is perfect. They also say it’s easy to take with them everywhere, and a great size for your hand. Some customers also mention that the Paperwhite is larger, waterproof, has auto-brightness, and is super light. They can read easily in the sun, save room in their bag, adjust the font size, and have a bigger screen than their old one without it being bulky.
"...And the Kindle itself is amazingly thin and light! It's bright enough to read in a dark room at night without being so bright that it keeps me awake...." Read more
"...The win for the Paperwhite Signature is that it's waterproof, smaller, and less expensive...." Read more
"...It is small but not too small and easy to hold. The battery life is long lasting so you are t charging all this time...." Read more
"...The screen is larger while the device is the same size!..." Read more
Customers like the quality of the Kindle. They mention that it is a terrific device, a good choice for an e-reader, and a very nice replacement. Some appreciate the nicer bezel and more options for the UI. Overall, most are satisfied with the quality and functionality of the product.
"...It looks really clean and smart, too. I can hold it in one hand comfortably while I'm reading...." Read more
"...Easy to see in the sun, shade, and dark rooms. Extremely sturdy, I’m very graceful and have dropped it numerous times with only a soft over on it..." Read more
"...This Kindle Paperwhite is just heavy enough to not feel cheap and flimsy, without being a hindrance on the one-handed readers among us...." Read more
"...It’s incredibly annoying. It seems like very outdated technology. The response time is also laggy. I’m not sure why...." Read more
Customers find the paperwhite lightweight, easy to hold, and convenient. They say it fits easily into their purse and jacket pocket. Some say it beats carrying books around when they travel.
"...And the Kindle itself is amazingly thin and light! It's bright enough to read in a dark room at night without being so bright that it keeps me awake...." Read more
"...It makes reading on the go so much easier! Portable and lightweight, excellent battery life. Easy to see in the sun, shade, and dark rooms...." Read more
"...book can transform immediately into a large print book while remaining light and easy to hold and carry...." Read more
"...But, this kindle is so light so you can hold it for hours while reading with no discomfort...." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the ease of use of the Kindle. Some find it simple to use and navigate, with easy to understand controls. They also say it's easy to set up for Wi-Fi and all the other settings. However, others say it is cumbersome to use, clunky, and slow. They feel the steps are complicated and convoluted.
"...Syncs easily to the app, connects quickly to WiFi. Kindle Unlimited library is great, if you’re American Libby is a must have...." Read more
"...It’s incredibly annoying. It seems like very outdated technology. The response time is also laggy. I’m not sure why...." Read more
"...Another thing is accessibility...." Read more
"...isn't meant for the visually challenged because it isn't very intuitive for those purposes...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the responsiveness of the book reader. Some mention that it works super fast, and is fabulous. Others say that the processor and display are slow, and they constantly deal with page lag. They also mention that the screen is sluggish and the download speed is iffy.
"...The OS and software are all more responsive. The backlight goes off all the way and can be much brighter...." Read more
"...It seems like very outdated technology. The response time is also laggy. I’m not sure why...." Read more
"...+ Best screen of any Paperwhite or Kindle released to date+ Best response time of any Paperwhite or Kindle+ UI improvements..." Read more
"...I liken it to using dial-up Internet. There is a lag when navigating through the device, and it is very bare in regards to features...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the screen. Some mention that it is easy to use, and much easier on the eyes while reading for long periods. The display technology significantly reduces eye strain. However, others say that it struggles to display the kindle store, and that many of the books are not rendered correctly.
"...Portable and lightweight, excellent battery life. Easy to see in the sun, shade, and dark rooms...." Read more
"...who "sneaks" a book under the cover, this makes it easier and reduces eye strain...." Read more
"...It’s also slightly pixely and when you scroll on your book covers to choose what to read they flash. It’s incredibly annoying...." Read more
"...tablet as you can customize reading apps in many ways, and the display is adequate, but this just "feels" better. However it is a monochrome screen...." Read more
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What a nice little E-reader! I've been using Kindles since the first months they came out and this one has been nearly perfected just to use as an E-reader. I'm still getting used to some changes from my Kindle Fire, primarily those involving navigating back and forth around the book while I'm reading, but so far, it has not failed to meet my highest hopes. The docking station is wonderful! And the Kindle itself is amazingly thin and light! It's bright enough to read in a dark room at night without being so bright that it keeps me awake. It looks really clean and smart, too. I can hold it in one hand comfortably while I'm reading. And even after hours of reading, it maintains over 95% charge. It has the same features the library tab has on the Fire and inside the book itself, I can flip back and forth between pages very smoothly.
This device is everything I hoped for so far. No complaints at all.
What a nice little E-reader! I've been using Kindles since the first months they came out and this one has been nearly perfected just to use as an E-reader. I'm still getting used to some changes from my Kindle Fire, primarily those involving navigating back and forth around the book while I'm reading, but so far, it has not failed to meet my highest hopes. The docking station is wonderful! And the Kindle itself is amazingly thin and light! It's bright enough to read in a dark room at night without being so bright that it keeps me awake. It looks really clean and smart, too. I can hold it in one hand comfortably while I'm reading. And even after hours of reading, it maintains over 95% charge. It has the same features the library tab has on the Fire and inside the book itself, I can flip back and forth between pages very smoothly.
This device is everything I hoped for so far. No complaints at all.
I want to compare ereaders, then compare ebooks to print.
If you are going to use this for audiobooks, it's hard to ignore the Nook from B&N as a competitor to this. The Glowlight 4 is about the same size as this and the 4 plus is a bit larger. All of these sport 32 gig of memory, are waterproof, and have about the same screen type.
The advantage of the Nook is you get a 3.5mm headphone jack as well as being able to connect headphones via Bluetooth. The Kindle is limited to Bluetooth.
The advantages of the Kindle are first that it supports Audible. If you have a subscription already, that becomes a no-brainer. If not, there are a lot of titles on Audible that B&N doesn't have. If those interest you, you're better off with the Kindle, and you'll want the larger memory.
Second, transfering your own documents wirelessly to the device is substantially easier on Kindle. Just email it, or use the website, or send it to the app on your phone. Nook requires you use a USB cable and then find the right folder to put it in. This is a win for the Kindle, but any Kindle, not just Paperwhite Signature.
Third, market dominance. The demise of Nook is often predicted (I don't think they're going anywhere, but that's merely my prediction based on market share over time) but no one in their right mind thinks Kindle, with a commanding 80+% market share at the time of this review, is going anywhere.
For free books, Kindle has the monthly subscription to unlimited, Nook gives out a free books (or sometimes audiobook) every Friday. Prime subscribers can pick a free book (sometimes two) from a small selection at the beginning of the month. Overall, I'll call that a toss up.
I use both, but if I could have only one, I'd go with the Kindle.
If you're deciding between Kindles, the Oasis is smaller despite having a slightly larget screen and physical buttons (the bezel is much smaller) and it has cellular. The Paperwhite Signature has USB-C (not a big deal in my opinion) and wireless charging (and the stand they sell for that is absolutely amazing). The Paperwhite Signature is also substantially less expensive.
The Scribe supports the pen and has built in notebooks, making it kind of a hybrid between the Supernote and the Kindle. That's the big win there. The win for the Paperwhite Signature is that it's waterproof, smaller, and less expensive.
The basic Kindle is also worth looking at on a budget. It has less memory and isn't waterproof, but it's extremely affordable. This is the one I'd take with me into situations where I'd worry about it getting lost or damaged because it's the easiest to replace. This is also the one I'd give a kid, for the same reason, and also the one I'd suggest someone start on if they're not sure if they'll like ebooks. It really is a nice device. I use mine a lot.
The Paperwhite regular sports less memory, but is a fine contender if you only want ebooks, no audio. You can only go up to 16 gig memory there, no wireless charging. It's front lit, but not automatically adjusting and it has ads.
On the topic of ads, I've seen memes that seem to suggest they pop up while reading. While this model has no ads, if you're considering another don't let that stop you. They are on the sleep screen. They don't interfere with reading. It's one of the myths told by the "dead tree only" crowd. The others are:
You can't dogear them. Well, you can, only you can also remove the dogear without leaving a trace, so that's actually a win in the ebook column.
You can't mark them up. Again, you can and you can undo, but because the space is not limited to the page, you can add larger notes here than would be supported in print books, particularly those with thin margins.
You can't use them if the battery dies. The battery lasts weeks for me and I'm a heavy reader. I have never found myself unable to use my Kindle because I was in some foresaken wasteland without access to power. I can even recharge my device for free on the bus if I have my cable with me (I usually do). I have found myself reading a book I lost interest in while out and about and using a Kindle (or any ereader), that's no issue. With print it used to be.
You can't use it near water. This one is waterproof. I've never seen a print book that wasn't destroyed if you got it soaking wet. I'm not even sure where that myth came from. I can say my Paperwhite Signature fell into a sink full of water and didn't care.
You retain more from print books. I'm putting this one in the myth column because I don't trust the methodology. First, they were only using iPads with notifications turned on. Then, when enough people cried, foul they used the Kindle DX (giant, wonderful device; I wish they'd revamp and reintroduce those). Only they only selected people who'd never used one before.
I recently spoke to someone involved and we discussed why they didn't include audiobooks. Participants get 15 minutes to read about 25 pages. The print folk just get the book and start reading. The ebook folk get a lecture on how to use it before they start reading, but the lecture cuts into the 15 minutes. Ever wonder why the studies also show people on ebooks read faster? If they threw in audiobooks they'd have to allow enough time for participants to hear the story at normal speed.
I want an apples to apples comparison, with people experienced with ebooks and identical reading times before I'll trust this. On a side note, if you want to remember what you read better regardless of medium, check out Moonwalking with Einstein (available on Kindle).
One thing the "dead tree only" crowd won't talk about is the environmental impact. The impact of ebooks has always been better than that of print, but we've come so far in so little time, that a modern ereader like this one has the same impact as 14 print books. Once you read your 15th book on this, you net an environmental win.
Another thing is accessibility. Any book can transform immediately into a large print book while remaining light and easy to hold and carry.
Then there's lighting and the ability to read anywhere. I read in bed with the lights off. If you have a kid who "sneaks" a book under the cover, this makes it easier and reduces eye strain.
Then there's the ability to text search for something you forgot and want to reference. I can barely stand print books for the inability to find some random tidbit easily.
That and you get to keep your entire library. I'll always have nightmares about helping a little old lady who loves to read move into assisted living and having to discard the bulk of her library. The bulk of my library sits in my purse. And you can have the same book on multiple "shelves". That's how I get around the "is Star Wars science fiction or fantasy" debate. It lives in both.
So for me, ebooks win overall, and if I have to go with one line, it's Kindle. Amongst the Kindle, my favorite is usually the Scribe for non-fiction (for the ability to take notes) and this for fiction (for the most comfortable form factor) with the base model being used in some situations.