The rear sports a matte finish that adds some grip, while the front is a little glossier.Īn IPX8 rating has been a fixture of the higher-end Kindle models for a while now, and so it remains here. The Signature Edition is predominantly made of tough plastic, but it doesn’t feel cheap it’s an issue I have with Amazon’s Fire tablets, so that’s a good sign. The subtle, simple nature of the design lets you focus on the task for which the unit is for – reading, above all else – and, for me, it works. There might be a distinct lack of flashy metals and high-end finishes on display, but the Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition is nevertheless a good-looking device.
The dimensions and weight also make it ideal for slinging into a bag. The Signature is big enough to make text on the display a little less cramped, while still feeling small enough to hold for extended periods in one hand. It has a bigger 6.8-inch display than the previous Paperwhite models – which might put some off, but honestly, I feel this size is ideal. Visually, the Paperwhite Signature Edition looks exactly the same as the regular model. I’m happy that Amazon places durability ahead of anything else, but a more premium-feeling Paperwhite would have been welcome. When I first heard rumblings of Amazon doing a ‘Signature’ version of a Paperwhite reader, I hoped that branding would relate to the use of higher-end materials in its construction.
When I reviewed that model I said it was the best e-reader around, and while I’d recommend most plump for the basic model over this Signature version simply for its more wallet-friendly price, a lot of what I praised in that review still stands here. If you’re a die-hard e-reader fan, the Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition certainly has some tricks that may pique your interest.įor the most part, however, this is the same as the Kindle Paperwhite (2021). Having left the lineup stagnant for a number of years, Amazon has now released two new models of the Kindle Paperwhite. Storage 32GB onboard storage for books and audiobooks.Excellent screen Sharp 6.8-inch display with automatic brightness control.Charging The Signature Edition supports Qi wireless charging.
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