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For US customers, Colorsoft deliveries are not expected until Dec. 19-20.

By Michael Kan
Kindle Colorsoft
3.5

There’s a lot to like about Amazon's Kindle Colorsoft Signature Edition, including its colorful E Ink screen, waterproof design, and ad-free lock screen, but uneven lighting and a high price hold it back.

By Sarah Lord
Kindle Colorsoft
4.0

The 2024 Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition adds appealing perks to the standard model, including an automatically adjusting front light, expanded storage, and wireless charging.

By Sarah Lord
Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (2024) home screen

The company is contacting customers to better understand the issue with the goal of rolling out a software fix, according to users on Reddit.

By Michael Kan
Kindle Colorsoft

Amazon tells some customers it may be able to fix the issue with a software update.

By Will McCurdy
Kindle Colorsoft

The program shuts down in February 2025, but unlocked stories will remain accessible to readers in the Kindle app on iOS and Android.

By Jibin Joseph
A screenshot of depicting how Kindle Vella's token system works.

Your Kindle isn't restricted to reading books from Amazon. Here's how to send other ebook formats to your ereader, and where to get free ebooks.

By Chloe Albanesius
kindle open to the book library sitting on a breakfast table

Joining refreshed Paperwhite, Scribe, and entry-level Kindle models, the Colorsoft brings a whole new dimension to Amazon's lineup of ebook readers. Read on for our first impressions of all four new Kindles.

By Will Greenwald
Amazon Kindle Colorsoft
3.5

The Onyx Boox Go 6 is an easy-to-carry ereader compatible with many ebook formats via the Google Play Store, but it lacks the waterproofing and smooth performance of the Amazon Kindle Paperwhite.

By Sarah Lord
Onyx Boox Go 6 library

You might not realize it, but your Kindle can do far more than just download and display books. Most models have a variety of hidden features and functions that can dramatically boost your reading experience.

By Chandra Steele
all of the available Kindle models lined up

Looking to save on an e-reader during Amazon Prime Big Deal Days? We have the details on what each Kindle brings to the table.

By Chandra Steele
amazon kindle

Whether you're considering joining the digital book revolution or simply want a new ebook reader, these are our top lab-tested picks for every type of bookworm.

By Sarah Lord
Left to right: 2021 Paperwhite, 2018 Paperwhite, 2021 Paperwhite Signature
3.5

The ReMarkable Paper Pro appeals to notetakers with lag-free handwriting across an 11.8-inch color E Ink display, though slow performance and limited file support hold the tablet back for everyone else.

By Sarah Lord
ReMarkable Color Pro
3.5

The Kobo Libra Colour ebook reader offers a color E Ink screen, impressive library integration, and a waterproof design, but its stylus support doesn't live up to its potential.

By Sarah Lord
Kobo Libra Colour`
4.0
Editors' Choice

The Boox Go Color 7 ereader offers a colorful E Ink screen and broad reading app compatibility in a highly portable design for well under $300.

By Sarah Lord
Boox Go Color 7

It could be a few days before they'll work again.

By Emily Price
A Kindle sitting on a shelf
4.0

The latest Amazon Kindle has a screen as sharp as the Paperwhite, along with more storage and longer battery life than its predecessor.

By Will Greenwald
Amazon Kindle
4.0

The 2022 edition of Amazon's affordable Kindle Kids has a sharper screen than ever, but it isn't quite as durable as the Paperwhite.

By Will Greenwald
4.0

The Amazon Kindle Scribe is an excellent big-screen ebook reader and note-taking device, but don't confuse it for a drawing pad.

By Will Greenwald
4.5
Editors' Choice

Amazon's 2021 edition of the Kindle Paperwhite is similar to the excellent 2018 version, but adds a roomier screen that makes for an even better reading experience.

By Sascha Segan
Kindle Paperwhite