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Why we love this deal
If you’re a big reader, you know that when it comes to electronic readers, there’s a bit of a divide between folks who love the look and feel of a thick paperback or hardcover, and others who love the sleek and easy access that e-readers offer booklovers these days. And while there’s certainly nothing like a well stocked book shelf, full of your favorite mysteries and romance novels, that shows off your ever growing collection, there’s something to be said about convenience of a tablet that not only has all the books you could want in a handheld device but is also super portable and easy to travel with. Although that convenience often comes with a cost, thanks to early Black Friday sales, you can get your own e-reader at a discounted price right now.
Amazon is selling the Amazon Kindle Paperwhite, which originally retails for $200, for only $150. You can get the handheld reader for 25% for a limited time through Amazon’s Black Friday deals event.
Amazon Kindle Paperwhite, $150 (was $200) at Amazon
Why do shoppers love it?
We know there are some people who simply can’t see the appeal of reading on an electronic device, especially not when you have access to a thick, gorgeous, physical book. But traveling with books, especially more than one at a time, isn’t always ideal, and besides — having one product where you can buy books at the click of a button instead of traipsing to the store every time a new title from your favorite author drops is a convenience you could only dream about years ago.
Measuring 6.96 inches long, 5.02 inches wide, and 0.31 inches thick, the petite size of this Kindle starkly contrasts its storage power. With 32 gigabytes (GB) of space for eBooks, audiobooks, magazines, and comics, as well as personal images, text tiles, and documents, you can have endless options of content to read or view, whether you’re curled up on the couch at home or commuting on the train to the office. When it comes specifically to eBooks, choose from over 15 million titles available from the Kindle store, and download up to approximately 10,000+ eBooks at one time for a truly large shelf of content to choose from. Prime members get special access to a rotating selection of free books, and through Kindle Unlimited, Amazon’s digital reading subscription service, you get free unlimited access to over 4 million titles, to borrow and read whenever you want, as well as audiobooks, magazine subscriptions, comics, and manga. The only time you’d pay extra other than the subscription fee is if you wanted to permanently buy and own a book you previously borrowed.
The Paperwhite display offers a higher contrast ratio than previous models, with 25% faster page turns, and because this model is a Signature Edition, the Kindle has an auto adjusting front light and wireless charging — both which make for a better user experience. The screen prevents glares and shadows, so you can always easily read what you need to.
And what’s probably most impressive? The ereader can last on a single charge, via the included USB-C cable or wireless charging dock (sold separately), for up to 12 weeks (at a rate of reading 30 minutes per day) and it’s waterproof — so you truly can take it any and everywhere.
Details to know
- Dimensions:The kindle measures 6.96 inches long, 5.02 inches wide, and 0.31 inches thick.
- Weight: 0.47 pounds.
- Colors: Three.
- Storage: 32 GB.
- Battery: A single charge via the USB-C cable lasts up to 12 weeks.
Shoppers praise the convenience and usability of the Kindle. Some feel that they actually strain their eyes far less when reading on the e-reader versus an actual book. The auto-adjusted light means the e-reader transitions easily in different lighting situations. It’s lightweight, and perfect for packing on the go, and shoppers are impressed with the long-lasting battery life and clarity that the screen offers. One shopper called it “lifechanging.”
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Even if you’re more of an old-school reader who isn’t convinced to buy the Amazon Kindle Paperwhite for your own use, just think of how great of a holiday gift it could be for another bookworm in your life.