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Best e-readers in 2024

Access to your personal library has never been easier, but with so many options for e-readers on the market how do you choose the one for you?

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There's nothing quite like a paperback book that you can touch, smell, and hold in hand with confidence while reading. But it's not the most practical option for those who read a lot. Not only do physical books take up a lot of space and can also be quite expensive, but it's also a hassle to carry more than a few of them at a time when you're traveling. They're just not as practical as an e-reader.

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Amazon Kindle Paperwhite 11th Gen review: The best e-reader for most people

The latest Paperwhite is a marked improvement over its predecessor, offering a big display, a comfortable reading experience, and insane battery life.

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As an avid reader, I have always been a fan of Kindle e-readers and the convenience they offer. So when Amazon released a new Kindle Paperwhite back in 2021, I was immediately intrigued, although I resisted the temptation to upgrade since my 10th-generation Paperwhite could easily serve for a few more years.

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Best cases for the Kindle Paperwhite in 2023

Keep your nifty little e-reader free from scratches and cracks with these cases.

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The Kindle Paperwhite is the most popular e-book reader in Amazon’s Kindle lineup. It offers a bigger and better display than the base Kindle while borrowing some of the premium features from the top-of-the-shelf Kindle Oasis. The latest model, the Kindle Paperwhite (11th Gen), brings a revamped design, a bigger display, a USB-C port, and faster performance.

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How to set up a Kindle for daily news delivery from your favorite websites

If you've ever wanted to have your favorite websites automatically delivered to your Kindle as an e-book, we've got you covered with this tutorial.

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For many users, Amazon Kindle devices provide a simple and convenient way to access millions of books, and although the device lineup has expanded over the years, the core experience pretty much remains. While reading books using Kindles is pretty common knowledge, did you know that you can also gain access to digital magazines and newspapers via Kindle Newsstand? The service offers monthly subscriptions to some of the best publications, giving you another easy way to access content.

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Start reading again by knocking $60 off of a Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition

If you're looking to start reading again, the Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition is on sale for Black Friday.

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If you want to start reading again and aren't sure where to begin, you might want to consider starting with one of the best e-book readers. Amazon's Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition is down to $129.99 for Black Friday, its lowest price yet. In case you're wondering as well, the Signature Edition of the Kindle Paperwhite improves on the regular Paperwhite by including 32GB of storage, wireless charging, and an automatically adjusting font height.

Prime Early Access Sale: Save big on Kindle Paperwhite 11th Gen and Paperwhite Signature Edition

The Kindle Paperwhite 11th Gen has received a steep discount during the ongoing Prime Early Access Sale, bringing it down to just $99.

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If you've been planning to escape the grip of physical books and embrace the paperless future, you would be glad to know that one of the best e-book readers is currently down to its best price. The Kindle Paperwhite 11th Gen has received a steep discount during the ongoing Prime Early Access Sale, bringing it down to just $99.

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Amazon Kindle Oasis (10th Gen) vs Amazon Kindle Paperwhite (11th Gen): Should you pay for the premium e-reader?

The Kindle Oasis (10th Gen) and Kindle Paperwhite (11th Gen) are the two premium e-readers in Amazon's lineup. But is the premium justified? We explore.

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The Kindle Oasis (10th Gen), which was released in 2019, is the most premium e-reader from Amazon, offering an ergonomic design, the biggest display in the Kindle lineup, and a superior lighting system. But its exorbitant price often has people turning to other Kindle e-readers such as the Paperwhite, which is not only reasonably priced but also offers a feature-packed experience.

Grab the Kindle Paperwhite 11th Gen and Paperwhite Signature Edition at their lowest prices this Prime Day

The Paperwhite 11th Gen and Paperwhite Signature Edition are seeing some big discounts on Amazon Prime Day. Read on.

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Amazon's Kindle e-readers are fantastic devices for reading on the go. While there are several Kindles to choose from, the Paperwhite is probably the best option in the lineup as it offers a feature-packed experience at a reasonable price. If you have been wanting to get hold of one, now is the best time. The Paperwhite 11th Gen is down to its lowest price.

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Amazon Kindle Paperwhite 11th Gen Vs Kindle Paperwhite 10th Gen: Should you upgrade?

If you're holding onto the Paperwhite 10th Gen, you might be wondering whether you should grab the new 11th Gen model. Here's what's different

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The Kindle Paperwhite is arguably the best e-reader in the Kindle lineup, striking the perfect balance between price and performance. Last year, Amazon introduced the Paperwhite 11th Gen, which brings a host of much-needed upgrades, including an updated design, a bigger and brighter display, Warm Light, and USB-C charging. If you're using a previous generation Paperwhite, you might be wondering whether you should grab the new 11th Gen model. Here's everything you need to know to make an informed decision.

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Should you get a Kindle? Is buying an e-reader worth it?

Thinking of buying as Kindle e-reader? Here's what you need to know about owning a Kindle and whether it's the right choice for you.

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If you want to start a debate in a room full of readers, then ask them whether they use a Kindle or not. Somehow, the Kindle has become an extremely divisive piece of tech, with one side proclaiming them the end of paper books and the other seeing them as a useful gadget and welcome addition to their library. If you're currently on the fence about buying a Kindle, then hopefully, this post will help you decide if an e-reader is right for you.

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Amazon's Kindle e-readers come in several different flavors to choose from. There's a base model, which is simply called the Kindle, then there's the Kindle Paperwhite which offers a better screen, waterproofing, and more storage, and then the Kindle Oasis, which is the most premium and offers an elegant metal body and a larger display.

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How to convert PDFs into ebooks for your Amazon Kindle ereader

The Amazon Kindle supports a variety of formats including PDFs, but it is best serviced with EPUB. Here's how to convert those files.

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After buying one of the best Kindle e-readers, it's only natural that you would want to load it up with your favorite books. If prior to getting the Kindle, you have mostly been doing your reading on a PC or smartphone, you undoubtedly have a vast collection of PDFs and other documents. The good news is you can bring your PDF books to your Kindle without any issue. Kindle supports a variety of file extensions, including PDF. But there's a catch. PDFs don't make for the best reading experience on a Kindle. You can't change the font size or typeface, and most of the time, you'll be squinting and straining your eyes, dissolving the benefits of the Kindle experience. The good news is you can easily convert your PDFs into supported Kindle ebook format for the best reading experience.

Is the Amazon Kindle Paperwhite waterproof? Does it have an IP rating?

The Kindle Paperwhite is arguably the best e-reader in the Kindle lineup. But is it waterproof, though? Read on.

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The Kindle Paperwhite is the best e-reader in the Kindle lineup, and for good reasons. It’s reasonably priced and is better than the barebones Kindle in almost all areas, featuring a sharper, brighter display, longer battery life, and a premium design. The newer Paperwhite 11th Gen has an even bigger display, and in some regards, it even beats the flagship Kindle Oasis, packing USB-C charging port and wireless charging support. But is the Kindle Paperwhite waterproof?