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Kindle Paperwhite Essentials Bundle including Kindle Paperwhite - Wifi, Ad-supported, Amazon Fabric Cover, and Power Adapter

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8 GB
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Fabric Black

Purchase options and add-ons

  • Kindle Paperwhite – Now with a 6.8” display and thinner borders, adjustable warm light, up to 10 weeks of battery life, and 20% faster page turns.
  • Purpose-built for reading – With a flush-front design and 300 ppi glare-free display that reads like real paper, even in bright sunlight.
  • More books in more places – Store thousands of titles, then take them all with you. A single charge via USB-C last weeks, not hours.
  • Easy on the eyes – Now with adjustable warm light to shift screen shade from white to amber.
  • Waterproof reading – Built to withstand accidental immersion in water, so you’re good from the beach to the bath.
  • Find new stories – With Kindle Unlimited, get unlimited access to over 2 million titles, thousands of audiobooks, and more.
  • Go hands free – Pair with an Audible subscription and Bluetooth headphones or speakers to listen to your story.
Woman reads a Kindle Paperwhite while sitting by a lake.

Lose yourself in a book—
wherever, whenever

Kindle Paperwhite is thin, lightweight, and travels easily so you can enjoy your favorite books at any time. With our signature 300 ppi glare-free Paperwhite display—now 10% brighter at its max setting—you can read in any light. And now, a single battery charge via USB-C lasts up to 10 weeks. Battery life may vary depending on use.

Kindle Paperwhite with water droplets on it over a white background.

Make a splash

With the waterproof Kindle Paperwhite, you’re free to read and relax in more places—from the beach to the bath. Kindle Paperwhite is IPX8 rated to protect against accidental immersion in up to two meters of fresh water for up to 60 minutes, and up to 0.25 meters of seawater for up to 3 minutes. Learn more about waterproof features.

Better together

Our covers are designed by Amazon to perfectly fit your Kindle, thin and lightweight design allows for hours of comfortable reading. They automatically put your Kindle to sleep when closed and wake upon opening, making it easy to get back to your story. Shop Kindle accessories.

Fabric Cover

FABRIC COVER

Designed by Amazon to perfectly fit your Kindle, these slim, form-fitting covers attach securely and fold back for one-handed reading. Shop fabric covers

Glass Cover

GLASS SCREEN PROTECTOR

Ultra-clear and scratch resistant glass provides protection without compromising the display. Shop glass screen protector

Leather Cover

LEATHER COVER

Textured natural leather cover with microfiber interior protects your display from scratches. Cover folds back for easy one-handed reading. Shop leather covers

Every day is an earth day

You don’t have to be an environmental scientist to make sustainable choices. We considered sustainability in the design of this Kindle device. Here’s how:

Materials

Materials

60% post-consumer recycled plastics in device
70% recycled magnesium in device

Packaging

Device Packaging

95% of this device’s packaging is made of wood fiber-based materials from responsibly managed forests or recycled sources.

Trade-In or Recycle

Part With Purpose

There may come a time when you want to trade in or recycle your device. Explore options with Amazon Second Chance.

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Ratings 4.7 out of 5 stars (16,961) 4.7 out of 5 stars (52,305) 4.7 out of 5 stars (24,920) 4.2 out of 5 stars (5,715)
Display Size 6" glare-free 6.8" glare-free 6.8" glare-free 10.2" glare-free
Storage 16 GB 16 GB 32 GB 16 GB, 32 GB, or 64 GB
Resolution 300 ppi 300 ppi 300 ppi 300 ppi
Front light 4 LEDs 17 LEDs 17 LEDs 35 LEDs
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Wifi Connectivity Wifi Wifi Wifi WiFi
Color Black or Denim Black Black Tungsten
Warranty 1-year limited warranty 1-year limited warranty 1-year limited warranty 1-year limited warranty

Technical Details

Kindle Paperwhite

Kindle Paperwhite

Display

Amazon's 6.8” Paperwhite display technology with built-in light, 300 ppi, optimized font technology, 16-level gray scale.

Size

6.9” x 4.9” x .32” (174.2 x 124.6 x 8.1 mm).

Weight

7.23 oz (205 g). Actual size and weight may vary by configuration and manufacturing process.

System Requirements

None; fully wireless and doesn't require a computer to download content.

On-Device Storage

8 GB; holds thousands of books.

Cloud Storage

Free cloud storage for all Amazon content.

Battery Life

A single charge lasts up to ten (10) weeks, based on a half hour of reading per day with wireless off and the light setting at 13. Battery life may vary depending on use. Audible audiobook streaming over Bluetooth will reduce battery life.

Charge Time

Fully charges in approximately 5 hours from a computer via USB cable; Fully charges in less than 2.5 hours with a 9W USB power adapter.

Wi-Fi Connectivity

Supports 2.4 GHz and 5.0 GHz networks with support for WEP, WPA and WPA2 security using password authentication or Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS). Does not support connecting to ad-hoc (or peer-to-peer) wifi networks.

Accessibility Features

VoiceView screen reader, available over Bluetooth audio, provides spoken feedback allowing you to navigate your device and read books with text-to-speech (available in English only). Kindle Paperwhite also includes the ability to invert Black and White, adjust font size, font face, line spacing and margins. Learn more about Accessibility for Kindle.

Content Formats Supported

Kindle Format 8 (AZW3), Kindle (AZW), TXT, PDF, unprotected MOBI, PRC natively; HTML DOC, DOCX, JPEG, GIF, PNG, PMP through conversion; Audible audio format (AAX).

Documentation

Learn more about Kindle devices with our Quick Start Guide and Kindle User Guide.

Warranty and Service

1-year limited warranty and service included. Optional 1-year, 2-year or 3-year Extended Warranty available for U.S customers sold separately. Use of Kindle is subject to Amazon's Conditions of Use and the terms found here.

Included in the Box

Kindle Paperwhite, USB-C charging cable and Quick Start Guide.

Waterproofing

Waterproof (IPX8), tested to withstand immersion in 2 meters of fresh water for 60 minutes. Learn more about the waterproof Kindle Paperwhite.

Available Colors

Black, Denim, and Agave Green

Generation

Kindle Paperwhite (11th Generation) - 2021 release.

Software Security Updates

This device receives guaranteed software security updates until at least four years after the device is last available for purchase as a new unit on our websites. Learn more about these software security updates. If you already own a Kindle, visit Manage Your Content and Devices for information specific to your device.

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Customer reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars
4.8 out of 5
2,371 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the ease of use, size, performance, battery life, and ease of holding of the book reader. For example, they mention it's simple, easy on the eyes, and saves space in their room. Some appreciate the weight, and readability. That said, opinions are mixed on the cost.

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44 customers mention44 positive0 negative

Customers find the book reader very readable and easy to use. They also say the screen is highly readable in direct sunlight and pitch black darkness. Customers also mention that the product is a great reader and a good product for reading on the go. They appreciate the size, which is large enough for easy reading and small enough to fit in a purse. Customers are also impresseded with the crisp font and the light and dark modes.

"...The Paperwhite is smaller, lighter, and easy to read. She has retired her iPad except to pull up recipes online. The green cover was to her taste...." Read more

"...like dark mode, links, and an online dictionary that make the reading experience more enjoyable." Read more

"Easy to use and has a sturdy design. Great product for reading on the go." Read more

"I Love how clear and easy it is to read even in the bright sun or dark room." Read more

34 customers mention34 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the battery life of the book reader. They mention that it has excellent battery life, it can go many days without charging, and that it sleeps.

"...The green cover was to her taste. The charge lasts a long, long time compared to the iPad Mini which had to be charged every day...." Read more

"...The battery life is very long, and the kindle provides many useful features like dark mode, links, and an online dictionary that make the reading..." Read more

"...It was easy to set up and I enjoy the longer battery life." Read more

"...The battery life so far is beyond exceptional...." Read more

34 customers mention29 positive5 negative

Customers like the size of the book reader. They say it's perfect for their hands, fits in their purse, and is compact. They also appreciate the backlighting, soft lighting, and the ability to change the size and font of the font. Overall, customers are happy with the size, functionality, and design of the product.

"...The Paperwhite is smaller, lighter, and easy to read. She has retired her iPad except to pull up recipes online. The green cover was to her taste...." Read more

"Saves space in my room!!! I LOVEEEE my kindle. The battery lasts forever too!!! :)" Read more

"I take it everywhere anywhere. Compact and best option for reading outside." Read more

"I like that it is bigger than my old kindle (6.8” as opposed to 6”). And I like the fact that the cover came with it...." Read more

33 customers mention26 positive7 negative

Customers like the ease of use of the Kindle. They say it's simple, easy on the eyes, and convenient. Some mention that it'll download books and cook books easily. Overall, customers are satisfied with the ease and convenience of use.

"Easy to use and has a sturdy design. Great product for reading on the go." Read more

"...I use my kindle a lot and take it with me everywhere. It was easy to set up and I enjoy the longer battery life." Read more

"...The overall Kindle and case together are very lightweight and easy to use. The Kindle screen automatically turns off/on when the case opens/closes...." Read more

"The users manual could be simplified...." Read more

20 customers mention16 positive4 negative

Customers find the size of the book easy to hold while reading. They also say it's comfortable and not impossibly heavy. Customers also say the device is lightweight and easy on their wrists. They say it is wonderful while traveling, easy on the eyes and hands, and doesn't hurt their eyes. They mention that the page turn feels satisfying enough and their hands, wrists, and arms do not ache or get tired when reading for 30+ hours.

"...My hands, wrists, arms do not ache or get tired when reading for ~30+ minutes...." Read more

"I wanted this small kindle because it was easier than reading books. Nice to hold, I can dim the light on the kindle due to my eyes...." Read more

"Love the Kindle. It's comfortable to hold, and pleasant to read...." Read more

"...and while I miss the "feel" of paper in my hand, the page turn feels satisfying enough, and the device is light enough to hold in one hand without..." Read more

18 customers mention16 positive2 negative

Customers like the weight of the book reader. They mention that it's light in weight, and a pleasure to read on.

"...The Paperwhite is smaller, lighter, and easy to read. She has retired her iPad except to pull up recipes online. The green cover was to her taste...." Read more

"...The overall Kindle and case together are very lightweight and easy to use. The Kindle screen automatically turns off/on when the case opens/closes...." Read more

"...This one is very lightweight, even lighter than my iphone. Since I bought it I haven't read any physical books...." Read more

"...my hand, the page turn feels satisfying enough, and the device is light enough to hold in one hand without issue...." Read more

17 customers mention13 positive4 negative

Customers like the performance of the book reader. For example, they say it works fantastic, has no issues, and downloads books super fast. Some mention that it works well in the sun and provides warm lighting for evening reading. Overall, most are satisfied with the performance and functionality of the product.

"...But, All I do is read now. This came packed so well. No issues with the product at all. If you read, even a little, GET THIS KINDLE" Read more

"...Works fantastic!" Read more

"...She let me looked at hers and it worked flawlessly and was able to read. The ultimate test. Purchased one when I returned and really love it." Read more

"...You can tap several times and it doesn’t respond...." Read more

18 customers mention12 positive6 negative

Customers are mixed about the cost of the book reader. Some mention that it's worth the money, an excellent purchase, and a wonderful product. However, others say that it was a total waste of money, not worth the price, and completely unnecessary.

"...The features, the quality, and the value are second to none." Read more

"...It’s not worth the price." Read more

"...I got it on sale, so the price was perfect. It wasn't too crazy and I didn't need to get anything fancy to read on the plane or train or at the park...." Read more

"...Overall, it's a wonderful product and exactly what I was looking for." Read more

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I purchased my first Amazon Kindle Paperwhite in this bundle deal. I did not need the extra charging block but it's essentially free when purchased with the bundle, so why not?This is my first experience with any Amazon Kindle. I have recently taken up reading again and was beginning to accumulate a collection of physical books so I opted to go paperless instead. I chose this Kindle Paperwhite (8 GB) with 6.8" display and adjustable warm light, Ad-Supported; along with the Kindle Paperwhite Fabric Cover (11th Generation-2021) in Deep Sea Blue.I read in the evenings while laying in bed with my head and shoulders slightly propped up on a pillow. I have the brightness turned all the way down on the Kindle and the adjustable warm light to almost as "yellow" as it will go. I also wear blue-light blocking glasses. I have NOT noticed any negative impacts on my eyes or sleep schedule due to the light from reading on this Kindle. The overall Kindle and case together are very lightweight and easy to use. The Kindle screen automatically turns off/on when the case opens/closes. My hands, wrists, arms do not ache or get tired when reading for ~30+ minutes.The battery life so far is beyond exceptional. When I first received my Kindle, I fully charged it and set it aside for 2 MONTHS while I finished reading the remaining physical books I had already purchased. When I picked up the Kindle, after it had been sitting for 2 months, the battery was still at 80%.I am still learning the little tricks and settings within the Kindle as far as turning off page numbers, percent complete, estimated times, and overall page layout, font, size, etc. I am still toying with the highlighting and other reference/resource features. But overall, the functionality is very intuitive. I have NOT needed to Google any instructions on how to change something yet...I thought I would miss physical books and put off buying a Kindle for far too long. This Kindle is so much more convenient, light weight, travels easy, and you don't get distracted with notifications (as you might with a "regular" tablet). I would highly recommend a Kindle to any avid reader.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 5, 2022
I purchased my first Amazon Kindle Paperwhite in this bundle deal. I did not need the extra charging block but it's essentially free when purchased with the bundle, so why not?

This is my first experience with any Amazon Kindle. I have recently taken up reading again and was beginning to accumulate a collection of physical books so I opted to go paperless instead. I chose this Kindle Paperwhite (8 GB) with 6.8" display and adjustable warm light, Ad-Supported; along with the Kindle Paperwhite Fabric Cover (11th Generation-2021) in Deep Sea Blue.

I read in the evenings while laying in bed with my head and shoulders slightly propped up on a pillow. I have the brightness turned all the way down on the Kindle and the adjustable warm light to almost as "yellow" as it will go. I also wear blue-light blocking glasses. I have NOT noticed any negative impacts on my eyes or sleep schedule due to the light from reading on this Kindle. The overall Kindle and case together are very lightweight and easy to use. The Kindle screen automatically turns off/on when the case opens/closes. My hands, wrists, arms do not ache or get tired when reading for ~30+ minutes.

The battery life so far is beyond exceptional. When I first received my Kindle, I fully charged it and set it aside for 2 MONTHS while I finished reading the remaining physical books I had already purchased. When I picked up the Kindle, after it had been sitting for 2 months, the battery was still at 80%.

I am still learning the little tricks and settings within the Kindle as far as turning off page numbers, percent complete, estimated times, and overall page layout, font, size, etc. I am still toying with the highlighting and other reference/resource features. But overall, the functionality is very intuitive. I have NOT needed to Google any instructions on how to change something yet...

I thought I would miss physical books and put off buying a Kindle for far too long. This Kindle is so much more convenient, light weight, travels easy, and you don't get distracted with notifications (as you might with a "regular" tablet). I would highly recommend a Kindle to any avid reader.
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