A:AnswerYes, this device has ads presented when the device is turned off. At fist the ads were noticeable, but after a while I got used to it. Also, since the screen is black and white the ads are not too bad.
A:Answerthe only time you can buy a kindle without special offers is from amazon themselves. the special offers are only up when the screen is in rest mode and you just swipe to unlock.
A:AnswerThe regular version allows you to connect to Wifi to download books or go on Amazon or Goodreads to look through the store and read reviews. The 3G version comes with pre-paid data that allows you to download books and explore content without needing a Wifi connection.
A:AnswerSend the file from your registered amazon email to
the email on your kindle. This link gives more info hope this helps.
http://www.dummies.com/consumer-electronics/tablets/kindle/how-to-send-files-to-your-kindle-paperwhite-using-kindle-e-mail/
A:AnswerGreat. I've used it for two weeks without recharging. Never has run out of battery life. I recharge only to assure that I won't be left in the dark.