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I have a few Kindles that are >10 years old, and I haven't received any emails. They still work well because the core functionality of the Kindle doesn't require much processing power. Other than improved resolution, the main "enhancements" to the device are mostly marketing related - ads, book suggestions, Goodreads integration, pointless thumbnails of book covers etc. Amazon wants people to upgrade so they can (a) sell them another device, and (b) push more marketing features onto their users.
I have 5 Kindles over 10 years old. I don't remember any email from Amazon on free or low cost upgrades. Singh needs to post some of these emails on his YT channel. He forgets to mention that AMZ does allow you to download AZW or MOBI files for many purchased Kindle books. You can sideload the files into the old device (e.g., K2) using the USB connection.
My wife bought me a PW3 in 2018 and I loved using it everyday. When my friend was looking for an e-reader I sold her that one for $20.00 and again my wife bought me a refurbished PW4 last summer. Again I was totally happy with it. When new kindle 2021 came out I wasn’t going to upgrade but after hearing how awesome the bigger screen size and warm light was I decided to wait for a sale. With your video on how to turn a Kindle Kids version into a normal Kindle I bought a new kids version on a one day sale from Amazon for $100.00. I gave my PW4 to my daughter. My friend still uses the PW3 daily and my daughter the PW4 when she does read. My PW5 works like a champ and now…Now I am happy once again because the screen size and warm color were the two missing features that I know now make all the difference. I won’t be upgrading anytime soon. This model has more than I need to read books.
I have a Kindle keyboard from 2011, but have a new paperwhite too. I think Amazon have done a great job to support these devices for so long, it's rare these days for companies to do this.
Been using a Kindle for about 10 years. I'm on my 6th Kindle, just upgraded to the Paperwhite Signature. I still have my two previous Kindles one is a year old and the other is about three years old. Thanks for clarifying this.
Nice! So cool to hear that you've been a Kindle reader for 10 years. I look forward to being able to say that one day. I wish I discovered mine earlier!
I actually just got my 1st kindle about 6 months ago and since picked up two discontinued models as backup. so How did I last this long? I absolutely love reading on my iPad mini.but now that I've tried the kindle I see the benefits. I still read certain books on IPad mini because they are larger encyclopedia type books or have color photographs.t And not having to charge something every few days is a wonderful benefit.e By the time mine age out if I just have to find a different way to download new books I'll be happy.
I've had my second-generation Kindle since it was issued (however many years ago that was) but stopped reading books on it shortly after I purchased an iPhone, which was a year or so after buying the Kindle. The iPhone/iPad had/has more storage and allows me to read and listen to audible books simultaneously (which is my preferred reading method). I really appreciate your content because it put my mind to rest, as Amazon was somewhat cryptic about the announcement and its reasoning. I have well over 4000 Mobi format books and was concerned (no, panicked) that this was the first step to my library becoming obsolete. Thanks again, I really appreciate the channel and your approach to delivering content.
I recently sold my 4th Gen Kindle which I had for 11 years and "upgraded" to the Basic White (no ads) Love it. But, tbh, I don't ever remember buying books from the Kindle itself. I always use the online store on the P.C. or email converted PDFs to the device, so much easier. I notice that Amazon have dropped the price of the Basic White in the UK from £79-£54. But, that just might be a Bank Holiday (we have 2 for the Queen's Jubilee) special. I also read online that there was a (very) recent update, but I've so far, not received it.
Thank you so much for posting this video. I have an old Kindle and couldn’t figure out how to work it under Amazon’s new regime. You gave me the confidence to get on and sort it out. It was easy, thanks to your video taking the fear out of it for me! [I’m not very good with technology.] I really like my ancient Kindle. As you rightly say, they last for YEARS if you look after them!
My kindle keyboard after I suppose going on 13 years decided to die, but I figured out what was wrong with it. I ended up replacing the battery for $17 and now it is back in working order! I am sad the bookstore can't be accessed on it, but everything else works on it.
Enjoying your channel, and I, too, received the Amazon email indicating no more shopping on my Kindle Keyboard 3. Not a big deal, as I only purchase books with my PC. I was given the Kindle Keyboard USED in 2011 by a dear friend who upgraded to the newest Kindle. The K3 is a workhorse and I will continue to use it but will also probably upgrade to Kindle Paperwhite 5 or Signature and take advantage of the 30% off option. The K3 was the last Kindle to offer onboard audio with speakers and a headphone jack. Unfortunately, most newly purchased audiobooks (Audible) will no longer download to this device, so I use it now primarily for ebooks. Only have a few audiobooks, so, again, no big deal.
I have an old kindle I bought in 2012. I still used it until I noticed the videos were removed so I just bought a kindle paperwhite. I still like to use the old kindle Fire tablet but it was just now starting to freeze up and the battery doesn't last long.
I think you can order books on the store on your phone and sync over wifi on the kindle meaning they still work for downloading books without the "store access".
Personally, I think there has been one occasion I've bought a book directly on the Kindle. Kind of sad the older devices are not being 'supported' but I feel like most will see the brighter side of it, like you said :) good vid
I was right! They're just discontinuing Kindle Store access on all non-touchscreen models. I do have a Kindle 3 that isn't connected to my account, and when browsing the US Kindle Store on it, I can understand why they would discontinue access. I'm tempted to log in just so I can capture screenshots (for my own research and future blog posts) of how the Australian store looks on non-touchscreen devices, but when logged out, I can browse the US store. Once they discontinue access, they can (likely) remove the support files for non-touchscreen models, while keeping the files for touchscreen models and Fire models.
I purchased my first Kindle paperwhite last year June 2021. I loved it. When Amazon announced they were releasing the Kindle Paperwhite SE I immediately traded my Kindle for the latest version. I love it. I look forward to reading whenever I can. Before the Kindle ereader I didn't read much let alone a novel. However, With my Kindle I found an author I enjoy. I,m in the middle of my second novel by Mark Sullivan.
I'm still using my non-touchscreen kindle 4 (2011) and Paperwhite 1 (2012) and they still work really well. I side load all my books so not having a store is no problem at all. Newer models are better but the text on older models is at least as readable as a newspaper, it is completely fine to go through a book. Kindle 4 is very light and has physical page turn buttons(!) so it is worth keeping around. I also changed the battery once. If anyone baulks at the price of a new model, look at the older used models, still a lot of life left in them and can be found for very cheap.
I got the email a few weeks ago. I still have a 3rd gen Kindle that I have used since 2010 or so. It it amazing how well it still works! I recently was gifted an older paper white (which is great because I have never had a Kindle that was backlit), but I will probably pick up a new Kindle with the discount. I am a little torn between the new PaperWhite and Oasis though. I still miss the buttons and I am trying to decide if Oasis is worth the price increase for the form factor.
I bought my first Kindle - the keyboard on Sept 3rd 2010. I replaced that with the Touch on 17th Febuary 2012. replaced with Paperwhite 1 on 6th September 2012. The Voyage replaced that on 4th November 2014. The Paperwhite 5 came in on 17th October 2017. The Oasis 1, replaced that on 2nd December 2017. The Oasis 3 arrived for me on 23rd October 2019. My current one the Paperwhite 11th Gen I got on 27th December 2021.
I have been using a Kindle since April of this year. I finally decided to try one after I was trying to read an ebook in the car on a tablet and the glare was too much and it kept reflecting light around the care. Bought a used Kindle Gent and liked the e-ink screen so much I bought a new Paperwhite 5 for the backlight and bigger screen to also read comics on it. Love it and have been able to read the amount of books I did back when I was in school. Being able to take my Kindle anywhere is great.
I have a Kindle Paperwhite 3 (7th Gen) for 4 years. Earlier I had a Kindle Classic (5th Gen) bought in 2013. But I never used a Kindle shop on the Kindle. I buy ebooks only via computer browser.
I've had my basic since 2017, so just about 5 years. I'm planning to upgrade though, I'd really love a device with a backlight and the peace of mind it will survive me getting caught in the rain. Plus, as I actually managed to fill up the 4GB of memory, a bit extra won't hurt
That was my take too. I have a Kindle 2 with keyboard, which still works quite well and battery life will still let me read a couple of books before recharging. I saw the email and wasn’t too worried because I don’t think I’ve ever bought direct through Kindle (or now my Kobo). I’ll use my laptop, order something, and then download on the Kindle, just as you said. I didn’t see the part about 30% for an upgrade though. I just checked my email now and there was a link to a FAQ that listed the offers. In Canada, it is $50 for books, and same 30% discount. I’m tempted, not because I need another eReader but because it would make a nice gift for someone (Eg. my mom who keeps trying to read books outside on her iPad which is difficult with the sun shining…yeah, gonna get her a proper eReader). Thanks for mentioning that Maneetpaul…I’d overlooked that offer.
Bought my mom a paperwhite, 11th gen. She wanted to give me money for it but I jokingly told her I’d be getting the kindle from her in few months anyway when she dies (she’s 82). She said “for that smart-aleck comment, I’m going to live to 95, that’ll teach you”. :)
I have a second gen (keyboard) version, and have never received any communication from Amazon. I have been to some on-line (RUclips) videos and none of the fixes work for me. It is stuck in the cellular mode and will not connect to WiFi. Screen is still great, and I can side-load content. I'd LOVE to get the 30% off offer, and would buy a new one.
The 2nd Gen can not connect to WiFi because it does not have any WiFi hardware at all. No amount of "workarounds" can get around that. The 1st, 2nd, and DX are stuck to USB only in the US now.
Wow, I use my Kindle periodically. I do not remember getting an email about this event. Perhaps it went to my spam???? Anyways, thank you so much for this video. I have been struggling - trying to get my kindle to log onto the internet to download a book that I just bought. I can't speak as to whether I can transfer it from my mac to the kindle. I will try. If not, then I will probably just buy a new Kindle. My husband bought this for me in 2010. Cheers!
I have an old 2010/2011 keyboard kindle and a newer paperwhite. I'm going back to the keyboard more and more these days as the new layout etc on the papwerwhite with the silly icons that you can't read the book titles is doing my head in.
Anyone who has a ten year old Kindle they regularly use and recharge, is going to replace in the near future because it's battery will reaching the end of its rechargeable life.
The batteries can be replaced to extend the life even more. Older kindles can actually be maintained with replacement parts. All you need is a cross head driver and something to pop the cover on the back off. Batteries can cost as low as $10. These kindles may never fully stop working.
@@nikobuerk346 I am aware that the batteries are replaceable, but to be realistic the majority of kindle owners are not going to be replacing them as most are not that tech savvy and the process of actually replacing them is not straight forward with delicate ribbon cables to be dealt with.
Hello there! I enjoy your videos so much! Now that the MOBI and AZW3 formats are being abandoned, the best way we have to send books to kindle is with Epub. However, using the "Send-to-kindle" options means that we no longer see the covers as thumbnails. Now, this is a bit of a nitpick, but is there any way moving forward to use the "Send-to-kindle" option (so I can sync with my phone app) and keep the covers on the thumbnail? Thanks in advance!
This issue is being reported by many users since past many months, and I'm sure Kindle support team has already flagged it. Just hope they'd be able to fix it before dropping Mobi format support.
For my Kindle Paperwhite 5, Kindle removed the ads for me for free! I have a Paperwhite 5 (use on and off at home), Voyage (my almost-daily driver), and Paperwhite 2 (cost me $20, use it as my work Kindle (law enforcement))
Thank you for the info. I have a Kindle Paper White 7th generation, which just now has begun to deny me purchase of most of the books that interest me. Can you direct me to your video which shows me how to navigate around this using my computer? Thanks!
Hi there, thanks for the video on the Kindle Keyboard. You mentioned that you can still sync new content to an old device. I have a Kindle 3 Keyboard and I just performed all of the software updates. But the sync option in setting is greyed out. How do I sync my purchased content with this old device? Thanks!
I have a Kindle Keyboard, i think it's a Kindle 3 and I love it. I really don't like the backlit screens and I'm not a fan of reading on the Kindle app on my phone or computer.
I have a Kindle Fire that is about 4 years old and just recently it will not charge. I even bought a new kindle charger chord to make sure that was not the problem. Do you have any trouble shooting advice or how can I get this checked out.
Heyy i have this one kindle, just bought it from a secondhand store online, but the big issue is this kindle unfortunately is a managed device, and the wifi is off, i know that this kindle have no support from amazon anymore for it 3g, but i thought the wifi must be can be use, but as i said it is already managed to not to connect to wifi from the previous owner. And i also cant factory reset it, after i ask the issue with Amazon CS it said bcs this kindle already old so the wifi can't be use. But i think, its not bcs of it, its just already managed by the previous owner maybe for their child. And it just dead so they sold it. I really want to make it become can connect to wifi. Sadly i cant do the factory reset
Can people "side load" books to their kindle. I still have the Kindle Voyage. It does not have the warm light but it does have a 300 dpi resolution. I have a Boox Nova 2 with a 7.8-inch screen and the high resolution. The Voyage is much lighter and is my "go-to" device for reading. The finger press page turns buttons on the Voyage allowing one-handed use is important. I tried the newest paperwhite but as above my preference is for page turn buttons. I predict that Amazon will release a new version of the Oasis soon.
You have always been able to sideload books on a Kindle. They just have to be in a compatible format. Tools like Calibre handle that conversion for you.
The day they add page turn buttons or sensors and make the paperwhite in white will be the day I upgrade. I know it probably seems petty but I don’t want another black ereader. 😝
But the point you're missing is some people prefer the page button feature, and in my opinion the higher PPI count hardly makes a difference when you're thoroughly immersed in your book. The text is just as readable on a 167 PPI as it is on a 300 PPI. It's all just salesman exaggerated hype.
Thats a good point. If you're super immersed in a book, none of the little details will matter. I still think PPI is one of the most important factors of any e-reader, since the purpose is reading. But I hear you! Thanks for sharing.
Sorry, I should have pointed out in my previous point I respectfully disagree, as I wouldn't want to come across as being abrupt, but when comparing the 167 PPI to the 300 PPI Kindle, even though I noticed the 300 is sharper, it didn't hardly make a difference to the reading experience i.e. the 167 PPI is still just as readable and very comfortable to read.@@Maneetpaul
This is because the cellular companies have killed off 3G cellphone service so the 3G modems in the kindles no longer function....NOT Amazon's fault....
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I have a few Kindles that are >10 years old, and I haven't received any emails. They still work well because the core functionality of the Kindle doesn't require much processing power. Other than improved resolution, the main "enhancements" to the device are mostly marketing related - ads, book suggestions, Goodreads integration, pointless thumbnails of book covers etc. Amazon wants people to upgrade so they can (a) sell them another device, and (b) push more marketing features onto their users.
I have 5 Kindles over 10 years old. I don't remember any email from Amazon on free or low cost upgrades. Singh needs to post some of these emails on his YT channel. He forgets to mention that AMZ does allow you to download AZW or MOBI files for many purchased Kindle books. You can sideload the files into the old device (e.g., K2) using the USB connection.
Yes, if it ain't broke, no need for an upgrade.
My wife bought me a PW3 in 2018 and I loved using it everyday. When my friend was looking for an e-reader I sold her that one for $20.00 and again my wife bought me a refurbished PW4 last summer. Again I was totally happy with it. When new kindle 2021 came out I wasn’t going to upgrade but after hearing how awesome the bigger screen size and warm light was I decided to wait for a sale.
With your video on how to turn a Kindle Kids version into a normal Kindle I bought a new kids version on a one day sale from Amazon for $100.00. I gave my PW4 to my daughter.
My friend still uses the PW3 daily and my daughter the PW4 when she does read. My PW5 works like a champ and now…Now I am happy once again because the screen size and warm color were the two missing features that I know now make all the difference. I won’t be upgrading anytime soon. This model has more than I need to read books.
I have a Kindle keyboard from 2011, but have a new paperwhite too. I think Amazon have done a great job to support these devices for so long, it's rare these days for companies to do this.
Been using a Kindle for about 10 years. I'm on my 6th Kindle, just upgraded to the Paperwhite Signature. I still have my two previous Kindles one is a year old and the other is about three years old. Thanks for clarifying this.
Nice! So cool to hear that you've been a Kindle reader for 10 years. I look forward to being able to say that one day. I wish I discovered mine earlier!
I actually just got my 1st kindle about 6 months ago and since picked up two discontinued models as backup. so
How did I last this long? I absolutely love reading on my iPad mini.but now that I've tried the kindle I see the benefits. I still read certain books on IPad mini because they are larger encyclopedia type books or have color photographs.t
And not having to charge something every few days is a wonderful benefit.e
By the time mine age out if I just have to find a different way to download new books I'll be happy.
Thank you so much for the clarity!
I've had my second-generation Kindle since it was issued (however many years ago that was) but stopped reading books on it shortly after I purchased an iPhone, which was a year or so after buying the Kindle. The iPhone/iPad had/has more storage and allows me to read and listen to audible books simultaneously (which is my preferred reading method). I really appreciate your content because it put my mind to rest, as Amazon was somewhat cryptic about the announcement and its reasoning. I have well over 4000 Mobi format books and was concerned (no, panicked) that this was the first step to my library becoming obsolete. Thanks again, I really appreciate the channel and your approach to delivering content.
I recently sold my 4th Gen Kindle which I had for 11 years and "upgraded" to the Basic White (no ads)
Love it. But, tbh, I don't ever remember buying books from the Kindle itself.
I always use the online store on the P.C. or email converted PDFs to the device, so much easier.
I notice that Amazon have dropped the price of the Basic White in the UK from £79-£54.
But, that just might be a Bank Holiday (we have 2 for the Queen's Jubilee) special.
I also read online that there was a (very) recent update, but I've so far, not received it.
Thank you so much for posting this video. I have an old Kindle and couldn’t figure out how to work it under Amazon’s new regime. You gave me the confidence to get on and sort it out. It was easy, thanks to your video taking the fear out of it for me! [I’m not very good with technology.] I really like my ancient Kindle. As you rightly say, they last for YEARS if you look after them!
My kindle keyboard after I suppose going on 13 years decided to die, but I figured out what was wrong with it. I ended up replacing the battery for $17 and now it is back in working order! I am sad the bookstore can't be accessed on it, but everything else works on it.
I have a 14 year old Kindle going strong! The problem is I can’t download any more books from the store. 😢
Enjoying your channel, and I, too, received the Amazon email indicating no more shopping on my Kindle Keyboard 3. Not a big deal, as I only purchase books with my PC. I was given the Kindle Keyboard USED in 2011 by a dear friend who upgraded to the newest Kindle. The K3 is a workhorse and I will continue to use it but will also probably upgrade to Kindle Paperwhite 5 or Signature and take advantage of the 30% off option. The K3 was the last Kindle to offer onboard audio with speakers and a headphone jack. Unfortunately, most newly purchased audiobooks (Audible) will no longer download to this device, so I use it now primarily for ebooks. Only have a few audiobooks, so, again, no big deal.
I have an old kindle I bought in 2012. I still used it until I noticed the videos were removed so I just bought a kindle paperwhite. I still like to use the old kindle Fire tablet but it was just now starting to freeze up and the battery doesn't last long.
Still use my 3rd generation Kindle. It's basically a tank and hasn't failed me yet.
I think you can order books on the store on your phone and sync over wifi on the kindle meaning they still work for downloading books without the "store access".
Personally, I think there has been one occasion I've bought a book directly on the Kindle. Kind of sad the older devices are not being 'supported' but I feel like most will see the brighter side of it, like you said :) good vid
I was right! They're just discontinuing Kindle Store access on all non-touchscreen models.
I do have a Kindle 3 that isn't connected to my account, and when browsing the US Kindle Store on it, I can understand why they would discontinue access. I'm tempted to log in just so I can capture screenshots (for my own research and future blog posts) of how the Australian store looks on non-touchscreen devices, but when logged out, I can browse the US store. Once they discontinue access, they can (likely) remove the support files for non-touchscreen models, while keeping the files for touchscreen models and Fire models.
I purchased my first Kindle paperwhite last year June 2021. I loved it. When Amazon announced they were releasing the Kindle Paperwhite SE I immediately traded my Kindle for the latest version. I love it. I look forward to reading whenever I can. Before the Kindle ereader I didn't read much let alone a novel. However, With my Kindle I found an author I enjoy. I,m in the middle of my second novel by Mark Sullivan.
I'm still using my non-touchscreen kindle 4 (2011) and Paperwhite 1 (2012) and they still work really well.
I side load all my books so not having a store is no problem at all.
Newer models are better but the text on older models is at least as readable as a newspaper, it is completely fine to go through a book.
Kindle 4 is very light and has physical page turn buttons(!) so it is worth keeping around. I also changed the battery once.
If anyone baulks at the price of a new model, look at the older used models, still a lot of life left in them and can be found for very cheap.
I got the email a few weeks ago. I still have a 3rd gen Kindle that I have used since 2010 or so. It it amazing how well it still works! I recently was gifted an older paper white (which is great because I have never had a Kindle that was backlit), but I will probably pick up a new Kindle with the discount. I am a little torn between the new PaperWhite and Oasis though. I still miss the buttons and I am trying to decide if Oasis is worth the price increase for the form factor.
I bought my first Kindle - the keyboard on Sept 3rd 2010. I replaced that with the Touch on 17th Febuary 2012. replaced with Paperwhite 1 on 6th September 2012. The Voyage replaced that on 4th November 2014. The Paperwhite 5 came in on 17th October 2017. The Oasis 1, replaced that on 2nd December 2017. The Oasis 3 arrived for me on 23rd October 2019. My current one the Paperwhite 11th Gen I got on 27th December 2021.
That's awesome! You've gotten to experience all the major upgrades.
I have been using a Kindle since April of this year. I finally decided to try one after I was trying to read an ebook in the car on a tablet and the glare was too much and it kept reflecting light around the care. Bought a used Kindle Gent and liked the e-ink screen so much I bought a new Paperwhite 5 for the backlight and bigger screen to also read comics on it. Love it and have been able to read the amount of books I did back when I was in school. Being able to take my Kindle anywhere is great.
I have a Kindle Paperwhite 3 (7th Gen) for 4 years. Earlier I had a Kindle Classic (5th Gen) bought in 2013. But I never used a Kindle shop on the Kindle. I buy ebooks only via computer browser.
Ya mate. I'm already upgrading from the 10th gen paperwhite to the 11th gen. Mainly for the bigger size lol but I also like the bigger battery
I've had my basic since 2017, so just about 5 years. I'm planning to upgrade though, I'd really love a device with a backlight and the peace of mind it will survive me getting caught in the rain. Plus, as I actually managed to fill up the 4GB of memory, a bit extra won't hurt
4GB of books is a lot of books!! Nice!
I got an update stating that you will not be able to buy books off the Amazon app on android but can still order them through the website
I have a kindle paperwhite from 2017, still working perfectly!
That was my take too. I have a Kindle 2 with keyboard, which still works quite well and battery life will still let me read a couple of books before recharging. I saw the email and wasn’t too worried because I don’t think I’ve ever bought direct through Kindle (or now my Kobo). I’ll use my laptop, order something, and then download on the Kindle, just as you said.
I didn’t see the part about 30% for an upgrade though. I just checked my email now and there was a link to a FAQ that listed the offers. In Canada, it is $50 for books, and same 30% discount.
I’m tempted, not because I need another eReader but because it would make a nice gift for someone (Eg. my mom who keeps trying to read books outside on her iPad which is difficult with the sun shining…yeah, gonna get her a proper eReader). Thanks for mentioning that Maneetpaul…I’d overlooked that offer.
Bought my mom a paperwhite, 11th gen. She wanted to give me money for it but I jokingly told her I’d be getting the kindle from her in few months anyway when she dies (she’s 82). She said “for that smart-aleck comment, I’m going to live to 95, that’ll teach you”. :)
I have a second gen (keyboard) version, and have never received any communication from Amazon. I have been to some on-line (RUclips) videos and none of the fixes work for me. It is stuck in the cellular mode and will not connect to WiFi. Screen is still great, and I can side-load content. I'd LOVE to get the 30% off offer, and would buy a new one.
The 2nd Gen can not connect to WiFi because it does not have any WiFi hardware at all. No amount of "workarounds" can get around that. The 1st, 2nd, and DX are stuck to USB only in the US now.
@@jdpruente Thanks for that information!
Wow, I use my Kindle periodically. I do not remember getting an email about this event. Perhaps it went to my spam???? Anyways, thank you so much for this video. I have been struggling - trying to get my kindle to log onto the internet to download a book that I just bought. I can't speak as to whether I can transfer it from my mac to the kindle. I will try. If not, then I will probably just buy a new Kindle. My husband bought this for me in 2010. Cheers!
Using a 1st generation Kindle with no problems! I have even put mp3s on it which I can listen through its onboard speaker while I read.
I have an old 2010/2011 keyboard kindle and a newer paperwhite. I'm going back to the keyboard more and more these days as the new layout etc on the papwerwhite with the silly icons that you can't read the book titles is doing my head in.
I have been using my Kindle touch for 10 years now
Can you access Audible books or use Text-to-Speech? I cannot on my 2011.
Anyone who has a ten year old Kindle they regularly use and recharge, is going to replace in the near future because it's battery will reaching the end of its rechargeable life.
The batteries can be replaced to extend the life even more. Older kindles can actually be maintained with replacement parts. All you need is a cross head driver and something to pop the cover on the back off. Batteries can cost as low as $10. These kindles may never fully stop working.
@@nikobuerk346 I am aware that the batteries are replaceable, but to be realistic the majority of kindle owners are not going to be replacing them as most are not that tech savvy and the process of actually replacing them is not straight forward with delicate ribbon cables to be dealt with.
Hello there! I enjoy your videos so much! Now that the MOBI and AZW3 formats are being abandoned, the best way we have to send books to kindle is with Epub. However, using the "Send-to-kindle" options means that we no longer see the covers as thumbnails. Now, this is a bit of a nitpick, but is there any way moving forward to use the "Send-to-kindle" option (so I can sync with my phone app) and keep the covers on the thumbnail? Thanks in advance!
This issue is being reported by many users since past many months, and I'm sure Kindle support team has already flagged it.
Just hope they'd be able to fix it before dropping Mobi format support.
For my Kindle Paperwhite 5, Kindle removed the ads for me for free! I have a Paperwhite 5 (use on and off at home), Voyage (my almost-daily driver), and Paperwhite 2 (cost me $20, use it as my work Kindle (law enforcement))
You can also use library genesis
Thank you for the info. I have a Kindle Paper White 7th generation, which just now has begun to deny me purchase of most of the books that interest me. Can you direct me to your video which shows me how to navigate around this using my computer? Thanks!
Ive a kindle paperwhite 10th Ger for about 2yrs now
Would you be able to do a video on how to purchase books on a computer and transfer them? Im so used to Barnes and Noble.
I have kindle 2 3 and fire 2 hd they still work fine just cant dawnload books on them tho😢
I still have my Kindle Touch and I use it everyday. Still works perfectly. I have a video of it on my channel. 😊
Hi there, thanks for the video on the Kindle Keyboard. You mentioned that you can still sync new content to an old device. I have a Kindle 3 Keyboard and I just performed all of the software updates. But the sync option in setting is greyed out. How do I sync my purchased content with this old device? Thanks!
I have a Kindle Keyboard, i think it's a Kindle 3 and I love it. I really don't like the backlit screens and I'm not a fan of reading on the Kindle app on my phone or computer.
Oh. thank you for the update
Are they going to do the same thing to the paper white 2022
Amazon didn’t send me an e-mail with the offer. According to Reddit, I’m not the only one.
I have a Kindle Fire that is about 4 years old and just recently it will not charge. I even bought a new kindle charger chord to make sure that was not the problem. Do you have any trouble shooting advice or how can I get this checked out.
What do you think about kindle paperwhite 7th generation. Does this device need update to kindle 2021 paperwhite or singnature edition?
Heyy i have this one kindle, just bought it from a secondhand store online, but the big issue is this kindle unfortunately is a managed device, and the wifi is off, i know that this kindle have no support from amazon anymore for it 3g, but i thought the wifi must be can be use, but as i said it is already managed to not to connect to wifi from the previous owner. And i also cant factory reset it, after i ask the issue with Amazon CS it said bcs this kindle already old so the wifi can't be use. But i think, its not bcs of it, its just already managed by the previous owner maybe for their child. And it just dead so they sold it. I really want to make it become can connect to wifi. Sadly i cant do the factory reset
Can people "side load" books to their kindle. I still have the Kindle Voyage. It does not have the warm light but it does have a 300 dpi resolution. I have a Boox Nova 2 with a 7.8-inch screen and the high resolution. The Voyage is much lighter and is my "go-to" device for reading. The finger press page turns buttons on the Voyage allowing one-handed use is important. I tried the newest paperwhite but as above my preference is for page turn buttons. I predict that Amazon will release a new version of the Oasis soon.
You have always been able to sideload books on a Kindle. They just have to be in a compatible format. Tools like Calibre handle that conversion for you.
I've been buying books from the actual device how do you download from a computer? Thank you.
That's what I need to know. Only ever bought books from the kindle itself. Now it is no longer possible I'm clueless.
The day they add page turn buttons or sensors and make the paperwhite in white will be the day I upgrade. I know it probably seems petty but I don’t want another black ereader. 😝
I just got a k3 and it's fine :)
But the point you're missing is some people prefer the page button feature, and in my opinion the higher PPI count hardly makes a difference when you're thoroughly immersed in your book. The text is just as readable on a 167 PPI as it is on a 300 PPI. It's all just salesman exaggerated hype.
Thats a good point. If you're super immersed in a book, none of the little details will matter. I still think PPI is one of the most important factors of any e-reader, since the purpose is reading. But I hear you! Thanks for sharing.
Sorry, I should have pointed out in my previous point I respectfully disagree, as I wouldn't want to come across as being abrupt, but when comparing the 167 PPI to the 300 PPI Kindle, even though I noticed the 300 is sharper, it didn't hardly make a difference to the reading experience i.e. the 167 PPI is still just as readable and very comfortable to read.@@Maneetpaul
Amazon seems to be acting responsibly here. And I'm not an Amazon fan by any means. Credit where it's due.
This is because the cellular companies have killed off 3G cellphone service so the 3G modems in the kindles no longer function....NOT Amazon's fault....
i don’t even want to support kindles either. usb c or go without me
I agree with you that it is not really that big of a deal.
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Boycott amazon
Your videos would be a lot better if you would show less of yourself talking and more of the product and its features.