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Customers recognize the Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition's extended battery life, wireless charging capabilities, and fast performance as notable advantages. They appreciate the adjustable lighting and compact size, which enhances their reading experience. However, a few customers have reported encountering screen glitches with the color version.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Weight

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    For the endless TBR

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    First kindle and I love it. Very light and slim. I think it’s fairly priced especially when on sale. Only reason I didn’t give 5 stars is 1) the screen glitches sometimes between pages, 2) it could have a smoother transition as you move within the kindle. It really does have a great battery life in comparison to using kindle app on an iPad. 10/10 would recommend.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Amazon Devices Customer Support
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      Hello ZINK! Thank you so much for your review on your experience with the Kindle Paperwhite. I am so happy that you are loving your Kindle! One quick thing is that the "glitch" you sometimes experience is in fact the Kindle refreshing its pages. It does this so that there is no ghosting which can happen if the pages are not refreshed enough. This is actually a setting that can be adjusted so that it does not happen as often or you can even make it happen more often if you notice any ghosting. I hope this helps explain what that is and again I thank you so much for your time! Keep on loving your Kindle! AmazonDevices

  • Pros mentioned:
    Weight

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Signature edition kindle

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    There are ghosts of other chapters on my screen sometimes. Ive tried turning on the page refresh, without much luck. Otherwise really liking the weight and feel of it.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Amazon Devices Customer Support
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      Hello JessicaS! I am so happy to hear that you are enjoying your new Paperwhite! Sometimes you can experience ghosting like this on eInk devices such as Kindles but it should only be temporary. And like you mentioned, one way to resolve this is to change how often your page is refreshing. Typically, if you have it set to refresh more often, this ghosting image will disappear upon page turns where you see the screen turn black and then come back to normal briefly. If it is not doing this, I would recommend contacting Amazon Customer Support at 888.280.4331 for further troubleshooting and to explore your options. I thank you so much for taking the time to provide feedback on your experience with your Paperwhite and I hope that you have an amazing day! AmazonDevices

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Weight

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great device, some missing features.

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The Kindle Paperwhite is a great device. Easy on the eyes, it lasts forever, and it super light. I wish they had features like 180 degree rotation so the power button isn’t on the bottom.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Upgraded.

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I upgraded from the Kindle 10 to this version and it's amazing. It's much faster and I like that I can change the warmth of the light. I give it a 4 star because unfortunately you can see book title through the worfs of the text. You can sometimes see it but not to bad. The wireless charging is a plus

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    good quality

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    not bad decent upgrade.Would be nice with a case.its ok.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great product that does what it needs to.

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I bought it for my wife, she loves it. The only issue she has is it seems on the kindle, it doesn’t have the option to jump to where she last was on another device (her phone in this case). Other than that, she said it is a great product with no issues and she enjoys the color.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Screen brightness

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    As someone who has read on kindle app via iPad for years, I debated on whether an actual kindle would be a worthwhile purchase. I decided to purchase a kindle as I wanted a better battery life and more light weight device for traveling. I’ve had the kindle for a couple of months now and I wish I would have purchased earlier as the battery life is great and it is so light weight. The only con I have is I do wish the screen’s brightness could be a little brighter. That’s likely preference on my end, but if you like a really bright screen as well-this is not the device that will provide.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good but could be improved with library apps

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Good screen and very lightweight. Would prefer a direct ability to use library apps like libby as i get it isn't a tablet but should be fully versatile for books by now

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Amazon Devices Customer Support
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      Hello wackermd. Thank you so much for your feedback and review! I agree that having direct access to Libby and Overdrive and other similar library apps within the Kindle would be terrific. As you stated, it is not a tablet and does not use an Appstore like smartphones and tablets do. However, there are very easy and quick ways to link your Libby or Overdrive app directly to your Amazon account so that when you use the app on your phone to take out a book, you can tap Read with Kindle and it shows up directly in your on device library. This makes it where you don't need to use an app on your Kindle. It is good feedback and we are constantly working to improve upon our products and services through feedback just like yours so we thank you! I hope you have a terrific day! AmazonDevices

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Kindle

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Have had it over A month and finally had to charge it. I highly recommend this product

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Old to new Kindle

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    All black and white and did not realize it would never shut off - just goes into sleep mode. My last Kindle was OLD and would not stay charged. Loved it more than this one tho.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Convenient ebook

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Very easy to use, great memory. I have over 100 books loaded so far and plenty of room left. Great for waiting rooms, travel, and lazy afternoons.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Size

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great buy

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great for any avid reader out there and small enough to put in her purse!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Not bad

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Screen was a little glitchy but otherwise i love it take it with me everywhere i go, compact enough to fit in my purse or pocket of my sweatpants.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Need options

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Kindle needs to add the option to listen while you read.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Purchase kindle

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I like the new kindle. Serms to hold charge longer than my previous one.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Decent

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    In dark mode it still has too much warm lighting than I like. Wish it had smoother transition turning pages. Or even just browsing on the home pages. Scrolling as a reading option would be awesome. Love that on the app. Woulda gotten the colored but was afraid the yellow corner would be a big annoyance for me.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Get the Kindle

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Husband loves it as it was a Christmas gift for him. He uses it daily and says it's perfect size for him

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great for reading

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Love it. Wife reads non stop and she loves tjat she can use it instead of her phone

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great if can handle small screen

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great but too small of a screen. I’m used to various iPad sizes (including the mini) so I am biased. I find the kindle screen to be light enough but too small in screen size (despite adjusting the font size).

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Kindle paper white signature edition

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The kindle was good . The pages turned fast without lagging

    I would recommend this to a friend