I was the quiet kid that always had a book in my hand in the 90s. On the bus, at lunch, in the hallway, in class... every day of the week. In my adulthood i was too busy to read. And then i raised 3 kids. It's been a long time since I've read a book. I have never had an e reader. I'm now 44 years old and just ordered this kindle. I ordered this one because I'm not sure how I'll like an ereader as opposed to an actual book. And i wanted something basic i could easily pack around from home to work...or the dog park. I've been looking for reviews for this specific kindle. There aren't many. Most are reviewing the paper white or new colorsoft. Thank you for this review. I feel like i made the right decision to go with the basic model. I can't wait to get my new kindle!
My dad is 60 and he reads several books at a time and I gave him my old kindle for a week to see if he liked it. Now he bought himself a pocketbook, because he can just whip out a book whenever he feels like it and choose from the ones he's reading without having to choose one to carry with him. He likes it a lot and he was pretty sceptical before. I've had mine forever but I've never abandoned buying physical books.
Having a Kindle helped me fall back into reading again. Its lightweight convenience along with my Kindle Unlimited subscription has me averaging a book a week. That's while being a full-time teacher and mom to littles!
Before my first Kindle, I wasn't sure if I'd like an e-reader. After getting used to it, I absolutely love it and read very few physical books now. Enjoy your new Kindle, and happy reading!
2022 and 2024 models are both 11th gen according to amazon. the official names are: Kindle (11th Generation) - 2022 Release Kindle (11th Generation) - 2024 Release
Correct, the box is not stating this is the 12th gen. However their marketing is confusing as they are claiming this is "all new" And has undergone changes, physical changes, even, with the addition of different LEDs. Typically, color changes don't offer any physical changes or things that require assembly lines to produce It's usually just added cases, limited edition accessories, or the body color This was one of the strangest Midway releases from the company
@@jordananderson9491 I got confused with that as well. I have a 10th gen basic kindle, it only has 167 ppi, is heavier (174gms) and slightly bigger (160 x 113) than the 11th gen and doesn't have a usb-c. This new one would definitely be an upgrade for me.
I just picked this up, trading in my 2021 Paperwhite. I know technically a downgrade, but I wanted a smaller, lighter Kindle that is easily pocketable and held one handed. Plus, I absolutely hate the rubberized material on my Paperwhite, it gets so gross over time, so I actually prefer the basic’s hard plastic body. I love the macha color, and so far I haven’t missed any of the perks of the Paperwhite. I also have the original Scribe for when I want a bigger screen (or a pen), and I’m glad to see that it will get the same software updates as the new Scribe (including support for the new pen). I love that Amazon still provides all these options for e-readers, including cheaper models so that you can love your books in whatever format you want.
@@internetuser4689 personally I have not missed having the warm light with the basic Kindle; I only barely ever turned on the warm light on my Paperwhite. But to each their own; definitely something to consider if you prefer the warm light.
Unfortunately the sunken screen gathers dust and made it not waterproof. But im planning on getting this one just because of its Mint color. I also have the previous Paperwhite anyway.
I love the color of this kindle but I literally just got my paper white last year in agave green. I prefer the paperwhite’s size for myself as it feels more like a paperback sized book. I contemplated even just adding this as my work bag kindle to read on during my lunch breaks but I think so long as my paperwhite is still going I’ll stay with what I have. It’s my first e-reader so at this time I’m still really happy with it. Much better than reading on my phone 😅.
If it was waterproof, I'd buy it immediately. The problem is that I do some of my reading while I'm waiting for a bus or train, and I'm in trouble if it suddenly rains.
@@nitarose44 Thank you! Unfortunately, the Black Friday deals are over, so I'll probably have to wait a long time before the next Black Friday deal. I've never paid full price on any of my previous Kindles.
I'm considering switching fr my 11th gen Paperwhite. 🤔 I've got small hands and don't like to carry a large bag. Now don't get me wrong, my paperwhite is one of the best things I've bought myself in the past couple years❤. But something about this matcha green basic is really calling me😍... The only reason I no longer have the original 10th generation basic model is because it did not have dark mode. So the fact that this has dark mode and is the same size that I absolutely loved? Ahhhhh... I wish they had released this before I bought my paper white. Because I would have bought this hands down! 10:14 excellent video btw👌🏽
Excellent review! I'm definitely getting one next month when everything goes on sale. The touch screen on my current Paperwhite is starting to not work very well and I was amazed at how much the prices have gone up since I bought it five years ago. Looks like the basic model is going to do everything I need with the bonus of being smaller. Thanks!
This is so much better than Paperwhite. Perfect size, indented screen, much nicer design (no smudgy bezels and no ugly rubber back). If it had warm light and waterproofness, I'd gladly pay more than for Paperwhite which I consider a horrible device.
I was shocked that this device went from 129.99 CAD to 144.99 when next to nothing has changed. For an extra 15 dollars they could've added amber light for those of us who suffer from migraines 🤷♀️ plus this size makes more sense for kids small hands but it's not spill resistant and without the amber light it's exposing them to more blue light than necessary... The increased prices across the ecosystem shocked me...
I paid 50 back in 2020 for 2019 model. It was on sale at that time... To pay more than double for very litlle change... (usb -c, double memory, better ppi is worth something, but perhaps not double?).
During full daylight or a very bright room such as a conservatory this product is flawless with the backlight off. It is super sharp, great contrast and mimics paper perfectly. If however you are in a normally lit room with mediocre lighting, you will need the back light on and only slightly exaggerating it feels like someone is stabbing you in the eyes. The light is such a harsh blue it almost instantly hurts the eyes and will certainly cause eye strain. It is far worse than any phone or tablet I have used. You can mitigate this slightly by switching it to night mode but the text is still that harsh blue and will only delay the strain a little. My theory is that they made it this way to force to to pay double for the Paperwhite.
This would be a winner if it had the warm light feature. The fact other basic models with other companies now have them and they won’t why bc they want you to get the others ? Dumb I’m happy with my pocketbook and boox. Unless they add warm light…I will never buy one of these. PW isn’t worth it….again the alternatives are better and better price…this is just another example of just bc of the kindle brand that they think we won’t notice and have to get the new shiny things 😂
Update: Just received my Matcha and sideloading from Windows pc worked just fine. Very happy. I'm a bit confused. On my super old kindle from 2011 I can load mobi files from my computer via usb connection. Is that still possible or no?
Is it capacitive or infrared touchscreen? I miss the old IR touch screens so there would be literally zero layer between my eyes and the screen, but seems like sunken bezel is the closest we can get now
Thanks for the review! Sadly, the 2022 version is pretty much sold out everywhere and has been for the last few months, so to buy it I’ve seen that the lowest price is £150 (uk based) ..when Amazon themselves had the 2022 version out of stock I assumed there would be a follow up coming.
Interested in the claims the contrast is better. I have a paperwhite 2021 and a kindle 2022. I find the text on the paperwhite quite a bit sharper. Does this new 2024 kindle have sharper text?
My 10th gen Kindle Paperwhite is still going strong and all I need. I will not upgrade to a new device until my existing reading device bites definitely the bullet. I have hundreds of books in my library and am reading about 1-2 hours on a daily basis, so, I have no need nor indeed the desire to change my reading device for the time being. Certainly not at the prices they are being hawked.
My Kindle paperwhite 2021 is starting to lag and I have no idea why. I still have 5GB of storage available. I think I need to save up for the new paperwhites.
The recent software updates they released in July and August 2024 slowed down 2021 and 2022 devices but is optimized for their new 2024 models. If they didn't break your older stuff, no one would update.
@@DikUln my Kindle library is very big. Also, you don't get other e-readers in South Africa. At least not that I have seen. You have to import them, and then they are double the price of a kindle. So not feasible for me.
Is there any way to confirm if this is still carta 1200 or the new 1300? Since Clara BW is 1300, maybe a comparison between the two could be telling? Can you tell us if it looks like the same level of crispness and clarity? Thiese two are a though choice, clara is slightly pricier but it also has the warm light and impermeability... I still believe you can do without these but if it also still has the better eink technology, i think it defintely takes the win in this (If you're not into the whole ecosystem of course)
I'm shopping for the next e-reader and agonizing over the decision. My current kindle's battery is all but useless so it's time. Was waiting for the new units to drop to make a decision. Colorwise i feel like anything but black is a distraction. Curious if anyone else feels that way. The bigger decision is that I like to read manga as well. I currently switch to a table for that but would love to be able to more commonly use just one device. So even though I'm heavy into the kindle system I feel like an android device would let me run shonen jump app which opens up a world of manga with it's incredible subscription. But I also want the best "white background" reading experience and kindle paperwhite's feel a step above. I'm so torn. Does anyone have a recommendation or argument for another device?
Got mine today this colour lovely change live the colour.safly it diesnt do the animation page turn i loved that miss that apart from that love it love reading love kindles
I want to buy my first ebook reader. I feel so lost and confused. I want the compactness of the basic model and warmth light of the paper white model.😭
I struggled quite a bit too. I really love the compactness of the kindle, and the lightness, and the colors. But the recessed screen, the lack of warmer color temperature, and the small 6" screen makes me want a Paperwhite model. I’ll think about it for a couple more hours and then I’ll order one.
Kobo Clara BW. I was in the same boat as you, few months ago. I have severe OCD, I wanted the best screen and the warmth light. Kobo Clara BW is what you want, believe me. Best screen by far. Carta 1300 with recessed display. Has warmth light too. I have compared Paperwhite, basic, Libra 2, Clara BW in real life. NOTHING compares. The clarity, crispness, contrast, paperlike experience is unmatched.
The best about this model is that there's no separation between the outer plastic sheet (which is mate) and the real screen, so it's the sharpest you can get. It fits in your pocket, it's extremely fast and the browser is quite good! I can read some forums and everything is loaded. My only complain are the price and the back cover: wish it were rubberized like in PW.
Is it possible to get a translation of whole sentences in a easy and fast way in a Kindle e-reader without opening a webb page? I wanna use it to read in spanish and need to be able to translate more than single words.
So a heated up Kindle 2022? Eh, could be worse. Small improvements are improvements. And WPA3 is nice to have. Still, I don't feel that this is really an upgrade. More like.. if you don't own one already. And then the COLOR models are coming too inevitable soo. A waiting game?
this is the best kindle color we've ever seen. thought the packaging is a deal breaker for me, can't really ship to internationally to my country and have it arrive without any screen damage.
being an Amazon product, not my cup of tea unfortunately.. the matcha look is nice touch on behalf of the JP team, but still its like putting lipstick on a pig
So much dust must accumulate around the screen and even inside. I wish I could try it for like 6 months to see how it goes but I don’t see how this recessed screen can prevent dust from getting all around the screen. Unless you wanna brush it gently every couple of days. Other than that, it looks really good. But I might get the Paperwhite just for the easy cleaning.
tbh the difference in clarity between recessed and flushed screen is real... and i'd prefere to dust once a day and have recessed in more premium models. Sad that if you want a premium product, you actually lose in clarity.
@@claudio4173Yes I’ve heard about the recessed screen being slightly crispier than the flush screen from the Paperwhite. But as it’ll be my very first ereader I don’t think it’ll matter to me. But you’re right. The more expensive model you get, the less crispier and the more reflective screen (even if very slightly) you get.
@@claudio4173 a significant difference to be honest. Flushed screen looks fuzzier, has lesser contrast, reading experience feels more akin to a tablet than paper.
@@Milky63 that's true, having no actual experience to compare it helps, the same is happening with people getting their first ereader with colors. It would drive me insane to know there's the difference though. In my experience, i noticed it so much years ago when i switched from an old kindle with buttons to paperwhite, that i actually felt it was nicer to read on the old one, even when the actual eink had less resolution and older technology (less contrast). I also never had problems with dust on my old one using it for years, so i'm thinking to go back to base. I'll only miss the warm light.
@@claudio4173 I ended up ordering the Paperwhite. Constantly checking the edges would drive me insane 😬 This and the 6" screen which seems to be a little too small and I would have to switch pages every 20 seconds or so. On the other end, the Paperwhite is significantly heavier and bigger which might not be as convenient outside as the Basic. I’ll give it a try for a few days and see how it goes. As it’ll be me very first ereader I don’t think the slightly less crispy/contrasted screen will matter to me.
I was the quiet kid that always had a book in my hand in the 90s. On the bus, at lunch, in the hallway, in class... every day of the week. In my adulthood i was too busy to read. And then i raised 3 kids. It's been a long time since I've read a book. I have never had an e reader. I'm now 44 years old and just ordered this kindle. I ordered this one because I'm not sure how I'll like an ereader as opposed to an actual book. And i wanted something basic i could easily pack around from home to work...or the dog park. I've been looking for reviews for this specific kindle. There aren't many. Most are reviewing the paper white or new colorsoft. Thank you for this review. I feel like i made the right decision to go with the basic model. I can't wait to get my new kindle!
My dad is 60 and he reads several books at a time and I gave him my old kindle for a week to see if he liked it. Now he bought himself a pocketbook, because he can just whip out a book whenever he feels like it and choose from the ones he's reading without having to choose one to carry with him. He likes it a lot and he was pretty sceptical before. I've had mine forever but I've never abandoned buying physical books.
@@mandykelley4883 I just got mine in this morning and it’s a great device, I think you’ll love it.
Having a Kindle helped me fall back into reading again. Its lightweight convenience along with my Kindle Unlimited subscription has me averaging a book a week. That's while being a full-time teacher and mom to littles!
Before my first Kindle, I wasn't sure if I'd like an e-reader. After getting used to it, I absolutely love it and read very few physical books now. Enjoy your new Kindle, and happy reading!
I hope you enjoy your Kindle and getting back into reading. I've found ereaders have helped me read more, and quicker it seems as well.
2022 and 2024 models are both 11th gen according to amazon. the official names are:
Kindle (11th Generation) - 2022 Release
Kindle (11th Generation) - 2024 Release
Correct, the box is not stating this is the 12th gen.
However their marketing is confusing as they are claiming this is "all new"
And has undergone changes, physical changes, even, with the addition of different LEDs.
Typically, color changes don't offer any physical changes or things that require assembly lines to produce
It's usually just added cases, limited edition accessories, or the body color
This was one of the strangest Midway releases from the company
Right but are comparing this to 10th gen specs or 2022 11th?
@@jordananderson9491 both sheets were pulled from Amazon's website
I was wondering about that- my kindle is 2019 model and does not have usb-c. After that there was one model with usb-c and now this one...
@@jordananderson9491 I got confused with that as well. I have a 10th gen basic kindle, it only has 167 ppi, is heavier (174gms) and slightly bigger (160 x 113) than the 11th gen and doesn't have a usb-c. This new one would definitely be an upgrade for me.
I just picked this up, trading in my 2021 Paperwhite. I know technically a downgrade, but I wanted a smaller, lighter Kindle that is easily pocketable and held one handed. Plus, I absolutely hate the rubberized material on my Paperwhite, it gets so gross over time, so I actually prefer the basic’s hard plastic body. I love the macha color, and so far I haven’t missed any of the perks of the Paperwhite. I also have the original Scribe for when I want a bigger screen (or a pen), and I’m glad to see that it will get the same software updates as the new Scribe (including support for the new pen). I love that Amazon still provides all these options for e-readers, including cheaper models so that you can love your books in whatever format you want.
@@1001nevermore but no warm light is a no go for night reading.
Tbh that's the biggest selling point of PW vs Basic kindle
@@internetuser4689 personally I have not missed having the warm light with the basic Kindle; I only barely ever turned on the warm light on my Paperwhite. But to each their own; definitely something to consider if you prefer the warm light.
100% agree. Plus it doesn't have the black glass bezels that show smudges all the time. It just looks so much more premium than Paperwhite.
I miss the warm light but other than that it's a perfect little device.
I still use the original 2012 Paperwhite. How much better is this screen than on my old workhorse?
Great review. You made a somewhat ordinary release very interesting.
this is very nice of you
thank you so much !
I definitely argue it’s better than the paper white because of the sunken screen!! It just needs warm light 😢
it seems like amazon just reserves the warm light for the paperwhite compelling us to buy the pricier model😂
I wish there was a sunken screen version of paperwhite
Just curious - why is the sunken screen seemingly better?
yes! love the color, love everything. I would choose this over the paperwhite if it had warm light
Unfortunately the sunken screen gathers dust and made it not waterproof. But im planning on getting this one just because of its Mint color. I also have the previous Paperwhite anyway.
They improve the contrast and reduce the flickering thing.
I love the color of this kindle but I literally just got my paper white last year in agave green. I prefer the paperwhite’s size for myself as it feels more like a paperback sized book. I contemplated even just adding this as my work bag kindle to read on during my lunch breaks but I think so long as my paperwhite is still going I’ll stay with what I have. It’s my first e-reader so at this time I’m still really happy with it. Much better than reading on my phone 😅.
Cup of tea…matcha tea-got it! Took me a minute, but it’s early. Haha! Thanks for the review. Such a cutie little e-reader. Purse sized.
If it was waterproof, I'd buy it immediately. The problem is that I do some of my reading while I'm waiting for a bus or train, and I'm in trouble if it suddenly rains.
@@ryokan9120 The Kobo BW or Color is a waterproof version of this with the better Carta 1300 screen
I prefer the size of the Basic by far. Maybe get a waterproof case or bring a ziplock bag?
@@nitarose44 Can you read the Kindle whilst it's in a ziplock bag? I'm guessing it's going to be awkward.
@ryokan9120 P
I never have, but I have friends who do without a problem. The bags are clear.
@@nitarose44 Thank you! Unfortunately, the Black Friday deals are over, so I'll probably have to wait a long time before the next Black Friday deal. I've never paid full price on any of my previous Kindles.
I'm considering switching fr my 11th gen Paperwhite. 🤔 I've got small hands and don't like to carry a large bag. Now don't get me wrong, my paperwhite is one of the best things I've bought myself in the past couple years❤. But something about this matcha green basic is really calling me😍... The only reason I no longer have the original 10th generation basic model is because it did not have dark mode. So the fact that this has dark mode and is the same size that I absolutely loved? Ahhhhh... I wish they had released this before I bought my paper white. Because I would have bought this hands down!
10:14 excellent video btw👌🏽
Wish you could show a side by side comparison with basic 2022
With a new Paperwhite too!
LOL at the recommended book "Hurt Me Daddy" @7:04
are you mocking his taste in reading material?
He seems to enjoy reading gay smut 😂 Each to their own haha
Between the “Hurt Me Daddy” and “For the Fans” recommendations, I can see we have similar tastes.
@@halifirienfor the fans is so good!!!
@@jub8891 Not in the slightest. Simply laughing and smiling is all. :)
Excellent review! I'm definitely getting one next month when everything goes on sale. The touch screen on my current Paperwhite is starting to not work very well and I was amazed at how much the prices have gone up since I bought it five years ago. Looks like the basic model is going to do everything I need with the bonus of being smaller. Thanks!
Im leaning towards a Kobo libra, colour. Like page turner buttons and access to library which kindle do neither. And cheaper than a Paperwhite.
Where is the Kobo Libra Color cheaper than a Paperwhite?
@@moose-1 argos
Everywhere? In my country Paperwhite is 33% more expensive than Libra Colour and 90% more expensive than Clara Colour which is it's actual competitor.
This is so much better than Paperwhite. Perfect size, indented screen, much nicer design (no smudgy bezels and no ugly rubber back). If it had warm light and waterproofness, I'd gladly pay more than for Paperwhite which I consider a horrible device.
Add color and side buttons like on kindle 4 too and this would be the best kindle
I was shocked that this device went from 129.99 CAD to 144.99 when next to nothing has changed. For an extra 15 dollars they could've added amber light for those of us who suffer from migraines 🤷♀️ plus this size makes more sense for kids small hands but it's not spill resistant and without the amber light it's exposing them to more blue light than necessary...
The increased prices across the ecosystem shocked me...
I paid 50 back in 2020 for 2019 model. It was on sale at that time... To pay more than double for very litlle change... (usb -c, double memory, better ppi is worth something, but perhaps not double?).
During full daylight or a very bright room such as a conservatory this product is flawless with the backlight off. It is super sharp, great contrast and mimics paper perfectly. If however you are in a normally lit room with mediocre lighting, you will need the back light on and only slightly exaggerating it feels like someone is stabbing you in the eyes. The light is such a harsh blue it almost instantly hurts the eyes and will certainly cause eye strain. It is far worse than any phone or tablet I have used. You can mitigate this slightly by switching it to night mode but the text is still that harsh blue and will only delay the strain a little. My theory is that they made it this way to force to to pay double for the Paperwhite.
Is it a carta 1200 or still carta 1000?
This would be a winner if it had the warm light feature. The fact other basic models with other companies now have them and they won’t why bc they want you to get the others ? Dumb I’m happy with my pocketbook and boox. Unless they add warm light…I will never buy one of these. PW isn’t worth it….again the alternatives are better and better price…this is just another example of just bc of the kindle brand that they think we won’t notice and have to get the new shiny things 😂
Cant wait for you to review the colorsoft 😙
@@ElenaBabymind same! 💯
What is amazons aversion to a white kindle?
Right? White readers are the best. I really don't understand why don't make any.
Great review. It looks as if the panel is whiter than any kindles in the history. It looks more paper white than the paper white.
Is with Carta 1300?
Yeah that's what I want to know. Can't find confirmation on that anywhere.
Update: Just received my Matcha and sideloading from Windows pc worked just fine. Very happy.
I'm a bit confused. On my super old kindle from 2011 I can load mobi files from my computer via usb connection. Is that still possible or no?
@@mandyschmidt7960 yup
Not on Mac. I don't know about PC.
Is it capacitive or infrared touchscreen? I miss the old IR touch screens so there would be literally zero layer between my eyes and the screen, but seems like sunken bezel is the closest we can get now
Is it also faster like the paperwhite?
I wish you'd always compare the size of kindle to old and other kindles in reviews
wow, even the basic kindle has 300 ppi these days, huh? What's the differentiator for the paperwhite then? The larger size?
yes, size, + nobody needs it - waterproof ))
I don’t think the black line is meant to be at the bottom of the screen like that. Is this a misaligned screen?
That happens sometimes. I got one like that, I factory reset it, it updated itself and that fixed the screen adjustment.
i just got newest kinlde and just found out audible with kindle is only supported by us, uk and germany....
A lot of the times you can just set your location to a different area and unlock certain features
@@goodereader thanks
So glad they kept those gorgeous cert stamps!
I love them too :)
Are you guys reviewing solar color kindle? I want to see it side by side with kobo Clara, box go series color 7 and bc751 ereader
does the back side have a rubbery coating like Kindle Paperwhite? is the back slippery or comfortable to hold?
I have the 2015 paperwhite 3. Is this an upgrade?
Thanks for the review! Sadly, the 2022 version is pretty much sold out everywhere and has been for the last few months, so to buy it I’ve seen that the lowest price is £150 (uk based) ..when Amazon themselves had the 2022 version out of stock I assumed there would be a follow up coming.
Interested in the claims the contrast is better. I have a paperwhite 2021 and a kindle 2022. I find the text on the paperwhite quite a bit sharper. Does this new 2024 kindle have sharper text?
My 10th gen Kindle Paperwhite is still going strong and all I need. I will not upgrade to a new device until my existing reading device bites definitely the bullet. I have hundreds of books in my library and am reading about 1-2 hours on a daily basis, so, I have no need nor indeed the desire to change my reading device for the time being.
Certainly not at the prices they are being hawked.
My Kindle paperwhite 2021 is starting to lag and I have no idea why. I still have 5GB of storage available. I think I need to save up for the new paperwhites.
The recent software updates they released in July and August 2024 slowed down 2021 and 2022 devices but is optimized for their new 2024 models. If they didn't break your older stuff, no one would update.
welcome to the world of forced obsolescence
If your kindle library isn’t big, it may be easier for you to switch to another ecosystem
@@DikUln my Kindle library is very big. Also, you don't get other e-readers in South Africa. At least not that I have seen. You have to import them, and then they are double the price of a kindle. So not feasible for me.
I have Paperwhite from 2013 and it's not like superfast but usable
Very nice report. It helps me a lot. Thank you!
Love this matcha green. Its a pity that the paperwhite didnt get it :(
I am unable to get audible books in 2022 model. How come..??
they should have given us the matcha color for the paperwhite too
I think it’s too expensive for what it is but love the color!
Is there any way to confirm if this is still carta 1200 or the new 1300? Since Clara BW is 1300, maybe a comparison between the two could be telling? Can you tell us if it looks like the same level of crispness and clarity?
Thiese two are a though choice, clara is slightly pricier but it also has the warm light and impermeability... I still believe you can do without these but if it also still has the better eink technology, i think it defintely takes the win in this (If you're not into the whole ecosystem of course)
I want to exchange my denim finish one for this matcha Color. When is it coming to India?
Can you make a video about the recent claims that Kindle already switched to MTP mode and you can't access the newest Kindle's contents via PC/Mac?
How long does the battery last?
Thank you for your review❤ It helped me a lot.
But isn't this variant using Carta 1300? I heard the 2022 is Carta 1200.
brilliant review, you guys are fantastic.
Was the 10th USB-C too?
Yes, it was
7:04 Some weird recommendations there.... 🤔
@@thenegotiatoragain why is that a problem?
Never said it was a problem. I said it was weird.
Wasting money if you buy this device,if you already have the 2022 version.
@@terriersforever23 what if you have a 7th gen one? I think mines a 7th gen, must've been bought around 2017-2018
@@MrJohnnytheone could be worth it for you in my opinion
Bro but what about that mint color. It's so yum.
i have kpw from 2014
And guess what I bought the device 😂that mocha green got me.
I'm shopping for the next e-reader and agonizing over the decision. My current kindle's battery is all but useless so it's time. Was waiting for the new units to drop to make a decision. Colorwise i feel like anything but black is a distraction. Curious if anyone else feels that way. The bigger decision is that I like to read manga as well. I currently switch to a table for that but would love to be able to more commonly use just one device. So even though I'm heavy into the kindle system I feel like an android device would let me run shonen jump app which opens up a world of manga with it's incredible subscription. But I also want the best "white background" reading experience and kindle paperwhite's feel a step above. I'm so torn. Does anyone have a recommendation or argument for another device?
Just wondering,... you've been doing this since 2014, Peter?
Please compare basic Kindle vs Kobo Clara BW
So nothing special. Happy to have my Glo HD (2015) and Libra 2 :)
If it had the speed increase of the new Paperwhite 2024 then it might be worth upgrading, maybe 2026 will add the speed.
Can I put a sim card in this kindle?
No, no SIM card slot available.
How can I use it as I don't have wifi? Is it possible to use it without it?@@dirtygiraffes512
Got mine today this colour lovely change live the colour.safly it diesnt do the animation page turn i loved that miss that apart from that love it love reading love kindles
شكرا لك 🙏
لو كان فقط لديه الإضاءة الدافئة سيكون جهاز متكامل
It's eleven or twelfth gen?? I'm confused 😅
@@CarlosDuty-m6y 11th
Can you read this Kindle in the dark? That’s all I really want!
Yes, it has built-in light (and dark mode).
Book #3 in your library at 4:04 😏.. need the title for reasons
I want to buy my first ebook reader. I feel so lost and confused. I want the compactness of the basic model and warmth light of the paper white model.😭
Buy a scribe
I struggled quite a bit too. I really love the compactness of the kindle, and the lightness, and the colors. But the recessed screen, the lack of warmer color temperature, and the small 6" screen makes me want a Paperwhite model. I’ll think about it for a couple more hours and then I’ll order one.
@@vishwanathnb128 Buy the Paperwhite is my advice. It's certainty compact enough for me.
Kobo Clara BW. I was in the same boat as you, few months ago. I have severe OCD, I wanted the best screen and the warmth light. Kobo Clara BW is what you want, believe me. Best screen by far. Carta 1300 with recessed display. Has warmth light too. I have compared Paperwhite, basic, Libra 2, Clara BW in real life. NOTHING compares. The clarity, crispness, contrast, paperlike experience is unmatched.
get a kobo. covers all bases and is super affordable
The best about this model is that there's no separation between the outer plastic sheet (which is mate) and the real screen, so it's the sharpest you can get. It fits in your pocket, it's extremely fast and the browser is quite good! I can read some forums and everything is loaded.
My only complain are the price and the back cover: wish it were rubberized like in PW.
since I always use Audible and I would like to read books on Prime Reading, this one should be the second one I could buy but it's too much expensive
I already have the 11th Gen Paperwhite and the upgrade is so subtle so Im just gonna get this because of its color.😅
It's so cute. ❤
Is it possible to get a translation of whole sentences in a easy and fast way in a Kindle e-reader without opening a webb page? I wanna use it to read in spanish and need to be able to translate more than single words.
So a heated up Kindle 2022?
Eh, could be worse. Small improvements are improvements. And WPA3 is nice to have.
Still, I don't feel that this is really an upgrade. More like.. if you don't own one already. And then the COLOR models are coming too inevitable soo. A waiting game?
this is the best kindle color we've ever seen.
thought the packaging is a deal breaker for me, can't really ship to internationally to my country and have it arrive without any screen damage.
It's a lovely color. I loved my denim blue Kindle but the color seems harsh.
Amazing 🎉
green! 💚
Esperando a ver los cambios en el nuevo scribe y el kindle color
Is it just me who wants 3.5 audio here?
being an Amazon product, not my cup of tea unfortunately.. the matcha look is nice touch on behalf of the JP team, but still its like putting lipstick on a pig
😂
So much dust must accumulate around the screen and even inside. I wish I could try it for like 6 months to see how it goes but I don’t see how this recessed screen can prevent dust from getting all around the screen. Unless you wanna brush it gently every couple of days. Other than that, it looks really good. But I might get the Paperwhite just for the easy cleaning.
tbh the difference in clarity between recessed and flushed screen is real... and i'd prefere to dust once a day and have recessed in more premium models. Sad that if you want a premium product, you actually lose in clarity.
@@claudio4173Yes I’ve heard about the recessed screen being slightly crispier than the flush screen from the Paperwhite. But as it’ll be my very first ereader I don’t think it’ll matter to me. But you’re right. The more expensive model you get, the less crispier and the more reflective screen (even if very slightly) you get.
@@claudio4173 a significant difference to be honest. Flushed screen looks fuzzier, has lesser contrast, reading experience feels more akin to a tablet than paper.
@@Milky63 that's true, having no actual experience to compare it helps, the same is happening with people getting their first ereader with colors. It would drive me insane to know there's the difference though. In my experience, i noticed it so much years ago when i switched from an old kindle with buttons to paperwhite, that i actually felt it was nicer to read on the old one, even when the actual eink had less resolution and older technology (less contrast). I also never had problems with dust on my old one using it for years, so i'm thinking to go back to base. I'll only miss the warm light.
@@claudio4173 I ended up ordering the Paperwhite. Constantly checking the edges would drive me insane 😬 This and the 6" screen which seems to be a little too small and I would have to switch pages every 20 seconds or so. On the other end, the Paperwhite is significantly heavier and bigger which might not be as convenient outside as the Basic. I’ll give it a try for a few days and see how it goes. As it’ll be me very first ereader I don’t think the slightly less crispy/contrasted screen will matter to me.
New colour end of review lol
جميل جداً 👍🏻❤
The recommended books did not pass the vibe check😭
review starts at 12:10
That color is super distracting. There’s a reason TVs, phones, readers, etc historically use black bezels.
Nope. I have several ereaders including white and there is nothing distracting about it. I much prefer the white over black.
I love it and I absolutely hate black bezels.
@@fxaman Why so?
Nope. It's not.
Sounds good
Why your recomendation is so wierd... do you like guys?😂🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️💅
@@Marmeladov2 I don't understand. What's the problem with the recommendations?