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Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars with 90 reviews

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    Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars

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92%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers consistently note the Kindle Scribe's exceptional writing experience, describing it as smooth and akin to writing on paper. They also appreciate its note-taking capabilities, highlighting the ease of use and the ability to take notes while reading or highlighting text. Furthermore, customers praise its user-friendly interface and long battery life, making it a reliable device for daily use.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Kindle scribe

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

    Cool reader with easy set up. A case is definitely needed because holding the reader is slippery and I almost dropped it a few times. Overall I am bet pleased with it and have already started my library.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Note taking
    Best Buy Employee

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great Tablet

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

    Great for taking notes and doodling and reading on long rides

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

    The best purchase.

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

    I liked reading since I was a child and this is the best purchase, it has no ads, so do not get distracted. the light adapts and is perfect for reading I can make a list of my books to read and the ones I have already read is wonderful, the pen is easy to use and can be adapted to use with a shortcut and underline and I love to be marking my favorite lines. It is certainly a purchase that you will not regret having made.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Maybe Good only for Kindle users, but overpriced

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

    At my opinion those e-reader Amazon should give for free. The reason why, because it sticks only with amazon kindle books. You CAN NOT to use any other than amazon subscription services. for Example O'Reilly Media, `epic!` or other online reading book services. ONLY AMAZON BOOKS. You have to buy books from them to read or useless kindle unlimited subscription you need to pay for it. To take just notes, I think has other options not such expensive like this item. Disappointed on my purchase.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Amazon Devices Customer Support
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      Hi PaulM,

      We are sorry to hear that you are disappointed in your purchase. However, you can use Library Apps like Libby, to borrow books with Kindle and Audible is available as well.

      To use Libby you will need a valid library card, and the app downloaded to your mobile phone or tablet. You will log in with your local credentials, and then select 'read from kindle.' From there, you can borrow titles and see what is available to you without paying for each book or subscription.

      To use a Kindle and Audible together, you can use Whispersync for Voice to switch between reading and listening or read and listen at the same time:

      Open the Kindle book
      Download the Audible narration
      Tap play to begin listening

      You can also use the Kindle app to switch between reading and listening:

      Download the Kindle app
      Select the Kindle book you want to read and listen to
      Download the Audible audiobook
      Tap the book icon to switch between reading and listening

      Lastly, you can also use an Amazon Echo device to play books from your Kindle. If you need further assistance, don't hesitate to reach out! You can call Amazon customer service, available 24/7 for assistance on the device. You can reach us at 1-888-280-4331!

      Hope that helps! AmazonDevices

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Worth it if you want to take notes!

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

    I’m a huge note taker while reading - but taking notes on a paperwhite is similar to having teeth pulled. This ups note taking to an entire new level. Sometimes it is nice - but other times, I dont want to hold it. It’s a hair too large. If I were back in college, this would be an amazing product to have! I think they could improve their design in their next generation, like thinner bezels. But overall, a great kindle, if the price tage makes sense for uour useage.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great resource

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

    The larger size pages make it easier to read. Underlining and highlighting important passages helps me to remember and find material for future reference. Carrying my whole library with me is amazing and keeps me entertained whenever I find a moment. I use it nearly every day.

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

    Scribe 2024

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

    This product is amazing! I am left handed and for me I haven't had any issues with pad reading the stylus. It writes in a fluid manner and i use this everyday for work and for reading. It's easy on the eyes and very simple to start up and operate. I can't compre to other writing tablets for this is my first one. I would highly recommend especially if the price is right.

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

    Great purchase

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

    I had purchased the kindle scribe to get away from reading books off my iPad. Prior to the purchase I was unsure due to the price and other reviews. However so happy I bought it works great and doesn’t cause me eye strain like my iPad. Highly recommend!!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Note taking

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Kindle

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

    I love reading my books of of this. It keeps track of how many days i read in a row and i can right on it like a note book.

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

    Good all around product.

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

    This is a great product. Only reason i wont give it 5 stars is because of the amount of wear on the stylus nib in shuch a short time (it came with 5 extras) and the price being a bit high for the limited storage and functionality. Love the feel of writing on this though, so much closer to pen/paper than any other solution ive tried yet.

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

    Functionality doesn't equal steep price tag

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

    As an e-reader its excellent. That said, I purchased the device to be a e-ink tablet for grad school. Its okay as a e-ink but definitely not the same writing experience as a remarkable. The palm rejection when writing is subpar and I often change the page while writing inadvertently. For the price, I just cant justify keeping this device. I spent over $500 with tax for this device and its just not worth the money. At $250-$300 this device would be a winner but for $449 it just doesn't make sense. Side note the Jade color is stunning in person. That made me give it 4 starts. Otherwise it would be 3 stars for me on this device.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Screen size

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Kindle Scribe

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

    Perfect size and weight. Screen is just the right size. Ability to play games on it as well is amazing. Also being able to take notes quickly is a plus without having to use actual paper

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Note taking

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    My new reader

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

    Excellent, it is my first experience with a tablet like this, where I can read and write, make notes, underline. It has been the best thing about having acquired this device.

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

    Easy Life

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

    Love my Kindle Scribe. Does everything I need to better organize my life!

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

    Great Way to Read

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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 Scribe is an excellent way to read. And it looks well. I like the white background with black text, just like a regular book. I rarely write with it as my script is horrible. It will convert script to text, but you can't change the typeface.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    still perfect and the same

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

    had the old one, cannot tell this one is a different one, but still love it, good thing the color is so flashy, stylys too same as before, which was and is perfect

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Note taking

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love

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

    Love it! Great for work, church, and personal use. Love that I can upload pdfs and write on them and notes in my kindle books. Highly recommend!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Note taking

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    best one yet

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

    my wife bought this to read more books and absolutely loves it. being able to doodle on it is a great option.

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

    Good companion tablet for printed book lovers

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

    Love the thin, light design, plus the beautiful metallic color to differentiate the tablet from my other devices. Don't like the browser though it's not why I bought this device. The preinstalled browser is not programmed to load all the features of any given website. Also it's hard to figure out how to shut it off to save the battery or how to increase/decrease the backlight. Love having access to all my kindle purchases and GoodReads content too.

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

    Best Kindle

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

    This thing is PREMIUM. It feels great in the hands while reading and it's gorgeous to look at.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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