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📖 Kindle 16 GB – Your sleek, smart escape into endless stories.
The newest Kindle 11th Gen features a 6” 300 ppi glare-free display with 25% brighter front light, faster page turns, and a high contrast ratio for an enhanced reading experience. Weighing just 5.56 oz, it’s the lightest and most compact Kindle yet, with 16 GB storage to hold thousands of books. Enjoy up to 6 weeks of battery life on a single charge and a distraction-free interface without lockscreen ads. Comes with 3 months of Kindle Unlimited for access to over 4 million titles. Designed sustainably with recycled materials and fully recyclable packaging.
| Display | Amazon's 6” display with built-in light, 300 ppi, optimized font technology, 16-level gray scale. |
| Size | 6.2” x 4.3” x 0.32” (157.8 x 108.6 x 8.0 mm). Size represents total device measurements. |
| Weight | 5.56 oz (158 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 | 16 GB; holds thousands of books. |
| Cloud Storage | Free cloud storage for all Amazon content. |
| Battery Life | A single charge lasts up to six (6) 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. |
| Charge Time | Fully charges in approximately 4 hours from a computer via USB cable; Fully charges in approximately 2 hours with a 9W USB power adapter. |
| Wi-Fi Connectivity | Supports 2.4 GHz and 5.0 GHz networks with support for WEP, WPA, WPA2, WPA3 and OWE 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 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; PDF, DOCX, DOC, HTML, EPUB, TXT, RTF, JPEG, GIF, PNG, BMP through conversion. Learn more about supported file types for personal documents. |
| 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, USB-C charging cable and Quick Start Guide. |
| Generation | Kindle (11th Generation) - 2024 release. |
| Software Security Updates | 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. |
B**7
So easy to carry around and such a wide variety of books!
After spending months researching different e-readers, the Kindle Basic was my top choice. It’s portable— not as small as my phone and not so big that it’s like I’m carrying an iPad around. It is lightweight so it fits in my pockets or purse easily for on-the-go reading. I have enjoyed every moment of reading I have spent on this kindle in the past 4 months. The screen has a very clean and crisp look to it and is comfortable to read on without straining your eyes. The brightness setting is helpful for reading in darker places and I love how you can even read in the daylight without a screen glare! The reaction time is very quick when you scroll or flip a page and I have had no problems with it. After flipping too many pages too fast I have noticed a faint bit of “ghosting” where I can see the letters from the previous page faintly over the new page but it goes away and does not make it unreadable or uncomfortable to look at. The battery life is long and plentiful; I have gone weeks without charging it although I only read for 15-30 minutes at a time every day or so. It has gone to coffee shops and to church camp, on road trips and in the backyard for sunny reading. I got the Kindle Magnetic Flip Case separately and paired together my kindle has been very durable! Very happy with my purchase 🎉🥳
E**.
Perfectly Pocket Sized!
So I decided to get myself this kindle after being disenfranchised by my nook glowlight 4e. It was too heavy, and the battery has never lasted as long as I needed it too since I usually keep my ereader on me (namely, in my purse) so I can read at work. This and Kindle Unlimited (and heavily discounted books)?? A perfect pairing that has made me immeasurably happy. My hands are small. It is an unfortunate reality, but reality nonetheless. My glowlight 4e was too wide for me to handle one handed, too wide to slip into my pocket, and would hurt my wrist after a half hour of reading (my goal is at least an hour of uninterrupted book time a day.) My kindle does not have that problem. At all. I have held it for over an hour, uninterrupted, able to read through Lord of The Rings without even so much a twitch of my wrist. The touch sensitivity is amazing, and the weight of it remains stable no matter the angle. I'm not too sure of the durability just yet, but I did get a case for it that I think goes well. I chose black because it's my favorite color and paired with the light blue case it matches my aesthetic perfectly. The words are crisp and clear, and I like that it has different themes for different vibes. I keep it basic to mimic as much of a real book as possible (since my physical library is at my mom's place), and I thoroughly enjoy the experience it gives me. Also has audiobook support which means I can listen to an audiobook to fall asleep instead of sitting on my phone for hours on end getting distracted by every little buzz of my device. Vs. The Glowlight 4e It's smaller, lighter, and the touch screen is more responsive. Though admittedly I would prefer buttons, this device has proven I can forego my need for such without issue provided that it actually FITS IN MY SMALL HANDS WITHOUT ISSUE. All in all, if you're fighting between Kindle vs. Glowlight, my vote is on Kindle. It's a perfect little companion for those of us with a massive library and no way to cart it around without carrying a trunk everywhere. 10/10, great device.
G**G
Perfect if you want to get into reading more.
I was surprised by how much more this thing made me want to read! The reading experience was great. It felt like a book when I turned the pages, but without the discomfort of a regular book. It can get pretty dim in a room without light, just enough not to make my eyes hurt. It looks sleek and small, which is a huge plus for me, as I can fit it in my pocket. It's so light but seems pretty durable. Functionality-wise, it was much quicker than I expected. It also has an incredible battery life and seems like a super stable product. I also love that with Kindle you get a discount on all the books you buy. If you read a lot, it saves time and money.
A**.
Perfect Gift!
I got this Kindle as a gift for my mother-in-law, and she absolutely loves it! She’s been enjoying how lightweight and compact it is, making it easy to hold for longer reading sessions and convenient to take along wherever she goes. The screen is clear and easy to read, and the faster page turns make moving through books feel smooth and responsive. The 16 GB of storage also provides plenty of room for building a nice digital library without constantly having to manage space. Overall, I think this makes a wonderful gift for anyone who loves to read. My mother-in-law was thrilled with it, and seeing how much she enjoys using it makes me very happy with the purchase.
S**A
My New Favorite Way to Read! 📚✨
Perfect for Reading Anywhere! I’m really happy with my Kindle! The 16 GB storage gives me plenty of room for my books, and the compact, lightweight design makes it so easy to take everywhere. The screen is crisp and comfortable to read, and I love being able to read without distractions from my phone or tablet. The battery life is excellent, and it’s especially nice for reading before bed or while traveling. Overall, it’s a fantastic e-reader and a great addition for anyone who loves to read! 📚✨
S**R
Kindle Best! From A Book Nerd!
What's Not To Love?? It’s new, it’s perfect small (enough to fit into my purse!), light weight, crystal clear & pretty color! I’ve been using Kindle since the 1st edition! I’ve been a fan many years & will continue! Kindle has made my love of books even more loving! Keep On Reading!
G**N
Beware: Kindle Books Only
This little Kindle is light and compact and great for reading. However, had I done my research I would have realized that it is only black and white, even when you search the web, and you can only download Kindle books. Very disappointed that I can no longer use it for my local library books which is mostly what I was reading. Spending that much for a Kindle reader, I should have been entitled to a free Kindle membership for as long as I used my Kindle.
S**Z
Must buy!
Got it on the matcha color, for me is a really pretty and different option from the classic black one. I’ve already have had it for six months and I can say battery is really long lasting, you can keep up to two or three days of consistent reading. Also, it is a good option if you’re looking to read when there’s too much lighting or when there’s no lighting at all (at the beach or maybe just about to sleep). It’s really lightweight and it’s very easy to use. The kindle I bought has advertisement when I turn it on, but for me, it’s not a problem. Responsiveness in terms of looking for a book or doing things outside just flipping the pages can feel a little bit slow, but overall is a great experience.
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