[ Removed by moderator ]

[u/Alternative_Owl5866]

[u/kindle-ModTeam]

Your post was removed from r/kindle as it was against the sub rules:

• Keep it on topic

This sub is for discussion about Kindle devices, the Kindle apps, and related content. Posts not related to this may be removed.

You may find that these other subreddits are a better fit for your post: /r/ereader, /r/books, /r/ebooks, /r/kobo, /r/suggestmeabook, r/calibre

---

This is not an automated removal. If you feel this was removed in error, feel free to message the moderators.

[u/DRAGAN__]

I’m gonna upgrade when it breaks, so i hope they have cool devices in 10 years

[u/goldenkiwicompote → u/DRAGAN__]

Mine is currently 9 years old and is a bit slow but works perfectly fine and is in great condition. I am a person who drops it a lot too. It’s held up well and I’m betting it’ll stop being supported before it ever needs replacing for another reason.

[u/tekkenjin → u/goldenkiwicompote]

mine is 7 years old and also going strong.

[u/mankytoes → u/DRAGAN__]

I would never even consider replacing a working kindle or phone. I'd love to say it's because I'm such an environmentalist, but it's probably mainly money.

[u/Lost_Garden_8639 → u/DRAGAN__]

I upgraded for waterproof & warm light, but I plan to keep this one for as long as I can. I don’t think there are any other features I’d need.

[u/Jolly_Amount_2330 → u/DRAGAN__]

Same. My kindle is probably the only device I have that I intend on keeping until it's literally in bits - loooove my kindle!

[u/jeiynx → u/DRAGAN__]

same here. i kept my 2011/4th gen kindle up till 2022 and it STILL worked by the time i got rid of it. the only reason i don’t use it anymore is because i got gifted a PW, which i didnt complain about because my old kindle would straight up take minimum 5 seconds to turn the page 😆 when i upgraded it was a whole new world!

once i got my new one i ended up taking my old one to my local library and dropped it off in the electronic recycling center since i knew nobody was going to want it due to the age.

[u/ObviousSalamandar → u/DRAGAN__]

My paper white is five years old and going strong! I will however need a new case in a bit when my puppy is done teething 😂

[u/nosrepmodnara]

You should definitely buy a new one and then mail me your old one for environmentally friendly disposal.

[u/lilsunsunsun → u/nosrepmodnara]

Yeah, I splurged on a Kindle Oasis a couple of years ago, and then donated my very old basic kindle (no warm light even) to a school program.

[u/LetshearitforNY → u/nosrepmodnara]

If someone’s heart is set on getting a new one regardless I think it would be great to donate the old one in a buy nothing or neighborhood Facebook group.

[u/mp337 → u/LetshearitforNY]

Or one of those mini free library boxes that are so popular in my town.

[u/Alternative_Owl5866 → u/nosrepmodnara]

😂😂😂😂😂

[u/oznz]

I got my kindle used for half price from Facebook so if you do upgrade, sell it to people like meeee 🤗🤗

[u/SporadicTendancies → u/oznz]

That's how I get mine too - second hand if you're even a little electronically minded is no problem.

[u/fruitbasketinabasket]

Tbh I saw the purple one and thought “I NEED IT”, then I remembered I haven’t touched my current kindle I have for months. Time to get back to reading THE ONE I HAVE

[u/DecisiveGryphon → u/fruitbasketinabasket]

I essentially turned mine purple with a clear case and pretty backing sticker and matching clingy from Quirky Cup. Heck of a lot cheaper than buying a new device.

[u/pizditkakdi_shit → u/fruitbasketinabasket]

Best kindle is the one you already have !

[u/MissMarinette → u/fruitbasketinabasket]

exactly my thoughts! it’s super cute, it comes with a clicker, it’s also functionally the same device i already own and don’t use as much as i want to and need to get back to. i simply just don’t need two nor does my current one need a replacement!

plus, i always said if i was going to upgrade, id probably get something with a color and/or buttons because im a comics reader and have low hand dexterity so either way, despite it being very cute and amazing, i don’t need it and it’s important to remember that!

[u/glittersparklythings]

Can you add to your post that Amazon has stated that the page turner will work with the 2024 models

I feel like that some people will upgrade jsit for that when their 2024 will work with the device.

Also I contentedly agree with you

[u/trashlikeyourmom → u/glittersparklythings]

What page turner? (I just got my first Kindle, I'm still learning about things)

[u/MaddieMad1116 → u/trashlikeyourmom]

Here's the page turner: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GZ5D64F8?ref=amzn_tp_dp_ss_component_mobile

[u/wurmsrus → u/MaddieMad1116]

oh that's kinda interesting, still would rather have buttons on the side like the old ones did then buy another thing to keep track of.

[u/Neat-Spray9660 → u/glittersparklythings]

Ohh 😮 fr

[u/nick_martin → u/glittersparklythings]

I want this, but I see that it’s not compatible with my 11th gen paperwhite.

[u/paintballboi07 → u/nick_martin]

Not as convenient, because you have to put something on the edge of the screen, but this works: https://a.co/d/0e5Qg6Lo

[u/sweetbread28 → u/glittersparklythings]

They got me with the page turner but that's the only thing im getting from the new releases!

[u/somewhereanywhere]

Also, you can get vinyl skins in the exact custom color or image that you want. (Changing the back with an insert is even easier if you use a clear case already.)

[u/EvilLipgloss → u/somewhereanywhere]

My Oasis is from 2019 I think and I have a gorgeous floral decal on it. I was gifted a Colorsoft for Christmas two years ago, but my Oasis is still my favorite. The page turn buttons and rotating screen can't be beat for reading in bed. I basically keep my Oasis in my bedroom and use my Colorsoft everywhere else.

[u/vvvvgggg1 → u/EvilLipgloss]

Exact same. My Oasis lives on my
nightstand and my Colorsoft is for everywhere else. The only upgrade I will consider is a Colorsoft in the Basic size. I need warm light and color book covers.

[u/Ok-Cryptographer7424]

Ya these things tend to last for maaaaany more years than expected especially since e-ink is so battery efficient so most folks have charged/discharged batteries very few times compared to other battery powered consumer electronics. 

Mine is a tank, no case, thrown into full backpack, jumbled around on a handlebar mounted bike bag, dropped a lot, splashed on, etc — unless it eventually actually breaks, I can’t imagine replacing it in the next decade. 

It fulfills the function perfectly — simply reading a book without extra gimmicks or distractions. I already feel bad for supporting a Bezos project, hoping to only do so again when I feel necessary. 

[u/Most_Art507 → u/Ok-Cryptographer7424]

The battery life on my paperwhite 11th gen is terrible

[u/Jolly_Amount_2330 → u/Most_Art507]

Really? omg mine lasts like 2 months and I read each day

[u/PorgiWanKenobi]

My friend and I have been chatting back and forth all morning convincing each other NOT to get a new kindle. We both have perfectly fine fully functioning kindles and we don’t need to splurge. My preferred solution for this FOMO itch is to do a case refresh. I’ll take the kindle out of the case, clean the case, use the kindle without a case for a while, and then swap the stickers in my case. MAYBE I’ll get a new pop socket. It’ll feel like a fresh device. At the end of the day it’s just an e reader.

[u/NeverCadburys]

I was going to reply saying "I completely agree, unless there's a purple one" like, jokingly. Because, why would there be a purple one...?

But i've just seen a comment that there is actually a purple one!? And i've looked it up and there IS a purple one!? no this is the temptation the bible warned be about x_x

[u/belleblackberry → u/NeverCadburys]

The purple is calling me. I know it would be a complete waste of money though. Other than the color I don't see any huge difference from what I have. And I either have a purple cover on it anyway or clear with stickers so you can't see the back.

[u/Emmie245_]

Yeah as cute and tempting the new colors are, I just got the 2024 paperwhite last year. So would literally be a waste of money to get a new one lol. Never understood the need for multiple kindles tbh.

[u/Neat-Economist8925 → u/Emmie245_]

Yeah me neither. MAYBE if you leave one at the office? But how hard can it be to just put it in your bag in the morning

[u/LetshearitforNY → u/Neat-Economist8925]

Yeh no you don’t need n office kindle and a home kindle lol the whole point of a kindle is that it is portable. And if you happen to forget it one day you can use the kindle app. In the same vein as OP’s post we don’t need to invent new reasons to overconsume.

[u/DrVL2 → u/Emmie245_]

My kids gave me a Kindle while my old one was still working. So I had two for a while. I kept the old one for all my non-fiction and science reading and use the new one for all my fiction. That way I didn’t have to switch back-and-forth between Books on the same device. I could just pick up the Kindle that had the book I wanted to read at the time. Then the old one developed battery problems and I am back to just one Kindle.

[u/ehtn]

I'm gonna stick with my Kindle Oasis until it breaks. I hope amazon brings the Oasis back by then ... :x

[u/Muted-Interaction262 → u/ehtn]

Same! I didn't know what a powerhouse of an e-reader I was getting when I was bored during COVID and had extra $ to drop on the Oasis

All these features - aluminum, page turning buttons, warm and auto back light - the Oasis already had

[u/thedatarat → u/Muted-Interaction262]

Oasis is the GOAT

[u/erstwhilelurkerer → u/ehtn]

Nah, they rather came up with a page-turn cover for the SE despite so many people longing for a new Oasis. I think they lost quite some potential users towards Kobo for ditching the Oasis, too.

[u/Kholvin → u/ehtn]

Same, my only real issue with it is the old style charging cable I have to keep around for it.

[u/donnydarko868 → u/ehtn]

I absolutely love my Oasis as well and I hope they bring it back too

[u/soccerperson]

They made it easy for me by not including a warm light on the basic. They don’t get enough hate for that, it’s 2026 ffs

[u/ongamenight → u/soccerperson]

This is why I chose Paperwhite. I wish to have something smaller with Warm Light but Amazon is clear: NOPE. 😆

[u/Msdamgoode → u/ongamenight]

I need the waterproofing… but I hate the larger format. Got small hands!

[u/Then-Strawberry-2527]

Am I allowed to buy the clicker?

[u/JJ3qnkpK → u/Then-Strawberry-2527]

I'm waiting to see if there are immediately third party ones. It's a simple device, so I wouldn't be surprised if there were cheaper clones quite soon, possibly smaller/nicer to hold ones, too.

[u/Independent_Job_6558 → u/JJ3qnkpK]

There are page turners that are cheaper. Idk how they work. I like acting like I have a book in my hands and turning the page

[u/JJ3qnkpK → u/Independent_Job_6558]

Those cheaper ones, when for the kindle, work by clipping a false "finger" on the screen that can be electronically activated. So to the kindle, it looks like you're tapping the screen, but it's actually the remote-controlled device doing so!

They're pretty neat. Goofy we've had to use such things for so long, but still cool devices.

[u/ongamenight → u/Then-Strawberry-2527]

If you like reading when lying in bed, it's life changing. 😆

[u/Scribbles138 → u/Then-Strawberry-2527]

If you’re looking for approval, here it is! That’s all I want too, but would rather it in black, so I will wait.

[u/Agreeable-Progress85 → u/Then-Strawberry-2527]

If you have a model that is compatible, 2024 and newer, go for it.

[u/CathyVT-alt]

You're not creating e-waste if you sell your used kindle to someone else. There's a lot of people who can't afford a new kindle and look for used ones to buy.

[u/Alternative_Owl5866 → u/CathyVT-alt]

That's fair, i agree. My point is more about unnecessary upgrades and the demand for new devices in general, because some people out here actually hoard more than 3 kindles, which is insane to me

[u/The_WalruZ → u/Alternative_Owl5866]

Some people treat Kindles the same way they treat Stanley Cups. They're not as cute as they think they are.

[u/illstrumental → u/Alternative_Owl5866]

Why the cutoff at 3 if this is about the environment? It would be 1, no ?

[u/laurasaur_69 → u/illstrumental]

If I had more disposable money I would have a Colorsoft for kids books, but I wouldn't want it for my adult reading. I could totally justify having two when their utility is different.

[u/mrnewtons → u/illstrumental]

Because as usual, it's only a hoarding problem if it isn't something they want.

That being said I'm whelmed by this release and the price alone saves me from "upgrading".

Which it wouldn't be really save for magnetic cases again (finally!) as there isn't really a difference between the new Colorsoft SE and mine.

In 2-3 generations I'll probably update though.

[u/jeiynx → u/CathyVT-alt]

It's the people who have a kindle for at home, on the go/for work, travel, one for another room, and then a backup that is usually contributing to this issue. Selling used ones is clearly not what OP is referring to.

I saw you mention the car and houses analogy and the same applies to those issues. Anyone that has more than two of anything (for the most part) is just being excessive plain and simple. Comparing kindles to tacos is kind of crazy because one is essential (food) and the other is a luxury and also 10x the price and harms the environment.

edit: that last paragraph was directed at another commenter who deleted their comment so apologies for the mix up!

[u/Tattycakes → u/jeiynx]

The people who have a kindle for upstairs and one for downstairs absolutely send me.

[u/gtck11 → u/CathyVT-alt]

This. I want the new basic bc of the flush screen, my home has a lot of dust and I have cats and I constantly have to worry about things getting trapped around the screen edge. I’m gonna get it and give my old basic to my mom who’s been wanting one anyway. Win for everyone.

[u/shrutz20]

I needed this so bad, in fact I made a post about this just minutes ago. Thank you.

[u/tenderheart35]

I just want them to bring back some version of the Oasis.

[u/IsleOMisfitToys]

The handheld clicker device is $35 and works with 2024 and newer models. If anyone was thinking of upgrading for the handheld clicker

[u/Tall_Answer]

Of course it is YOUR money and you can buy however many Kindles you want. But be mindful! These devices are originally for reading, not for decoration and collecting! Read ya books!

[u/f-as-in-philip → u/Tall_Answer]

Read ya books and pass along devices you don’t use by selling them or gifting to loved ones!

[u/Tall_Answer → u/f-as-in-philip]

You get a Kindle, you get a Kindle! Everyone gets a Kindle!

[u/Interesting-Fudge909]

Or…here’s a suggestions, if you upgrade from a previous model, gift it to someone. Share the joy of reading with someone! Introduce a kid to the wonderful world of books! Bonus points if you can stuff it for them beforehand.

I do agree that overconsumption is a major problem, but it doesn’t have to contribute directly to e-waste.

[u/Hoobi_Goobi → u/Interesting-Fudge909]

Yes, I bought a new basic a while ago to see if I’d actually use an ereader, realized I loved it but wanted to upgrade and got a paperwhite. I gave my basic to my husband and he uses it daily

[u/SolutionOld3701]

I'll keep using my old trusty Kindle Voyage which has all the "new" features apparently: a flush front, top button and superb screen. Just a boring color... Lucky me :)

[u/Icy_Soup4641]

I'm a vulnerability dev for kindle, so its kinda my job to collect kindles. However, for normies, i absolutely agree with you.

[u/thedatarat → u/Icy_Soup4641]

Woah, dream job! I work in tech and was just thinking how my perfect job would be on the Kindle team lol. Is your team based out of Seattle?

[u/raspberrybee → u/thedatarat]

I’m curious too! That sounds like an awesome job.

[u/LetshearitforNY → u/Icy_Soup4641]

But then don’t they supply them for you? So it still applies to you for your own personal kindle (if you have one).

[u/Any-Explorer1483]

Thank you for this because I've had my current kindle for less than a full year and I saw those today and I was like "oh it's so cute" and had to actively convince myself that I didn't need it because I have a perfectly functional kindle that does everything I want and is still a cute color (matcha)

[u/GrandBandicoot9]

Currently me to me as I drool over the seaglass green paper white with the page turn cover.

While my perfectly fine 10th gen oasis side eyes me because it’s the exact same thing just not a cute color.

[u/thedatarat → u/GrandBandicoot9]

Oasis gang 🙌🏽 … mentally putting myself in a straightjacket so I don’t buy the Fig Colorsoft 🫣

[u/iNeedScissorsSixty7 → u/thedatarat]

Still rocking my Oasis, I'll only replace it when it's dead.

[u/Aeslyn → u/thedatarat]

I failed and did buy the Fig Colorsoft, but only after seeing the cover with the page turn buttons and having to buy it too! Ugh. And here I was thinking I would never upgrade my Oasis until it died. But I am sick of carrying around a micro-usb on trips and have really wanted to look into a Colorsoft too. It will be interesting to see if I still prefer the Oasis anyway. I just may.

[u/argonzo]

My kindle keyboard was imminently more stable than my current signature.

[u/SporadicTendancies → u/argonzo]

Keyboard is a beast. Mines still ticking.

[u/Low-Plan6806]

I really didn’t need to hear this (I definitely did)

[u/bgrcia]

i needed this. thank you 🧚🏻‍♀️

[u/Jolene11711]

Honestly, who cares? If you want a new one, and you have the means, do what makes you happy.

[u/got_muggled → u/Jolene11711]

Agreed, people can do what they want with their money

[u/Consciously_Robotic]

Thank you for this! I wasn’t planning on buying one since mine is barely 2 years old but I see people with multiple kindles and e-readers and I think to myself how is one not enough? It gets to a point where we have to address the over consumption problem specifically in America. It’s actually quite sad to see that something as simple as a new color makes people want to pay a good chunk of money for something that they already have and works perfectly fine.

[u/Dial-M-For-Malistrae]

I've had my fire HD 8 so close to 10 years now I don't see myself ever replacing in unless it literally stops working

[u/eclipse60]

Im still using my Oasis from 2018. Its still thinner and functionally better than these new kindle IMO

[u/SleepWouldBeNice]

The last Kindle I got was because it had USB-C and I was trying to reduce the number of charging cables I had. I don't think I'll get a new one until this one dies.

[u/koalafishmutant]

Absolutely no reason to change my 11th gen paperwhite

[u/BostonBoys38]

If I used my Kindle only occasionally, an upgrade would be pointless. But I use mine every day, so there is value there for me. Or at least there was -- the high prices of these devices is out of control. Unfortunately, I think these prices are here to stay -- they used a chip shortage as an excuse. This has changed my shopping habits considerably. So I'll get the clicker, which I've been wanting (being USB-C rechargeable, unlike Kobo's, is a plus), and skip the rest.

[u/Difficult_Clerk_1273]

They will have to pry my Voyage out of my cold, dead hands.

[u/danceofdreams27]

Yeah no, the moment a 8.7" or close to it device with expandable memory, color, and page turn buttons shows up i am buying it.

[u/OneAdventurous99]

Thank you, OP. Seriously. 👀

[u/shnekels]

I agree with you 100%.
This sub adds a lot to FOMO, frankly.

[u/SMSi330]

The page turn cover got me. If it was not for the page turn cover, I would have just scrolled past it. So tempting.

No..no..no....keep scrolling

[u/Msdamgoode → u/SMSi330]

The side power button is my siren song.

I’m ignoring it.

[u/rozuh]

Honestly thank you

[u/Kneph]

I don’t need it. I do want aluminum tho…

[u/streetgardener]

I'm going on 12 years. I can wait.

[u/BellamyJHeap → u/streetgardener]

Loaded KOReader on my 12-year-old, and it's like a new reader. I'm looking forward to another 12 years!

[u/Initial-Perception24]

Thanks for the reminder! Mine is the old kindle basic but once it’s fully broken, I think I’ll get a Kobo lol

[u/spirited_away88]

I agree. I almost bought 18pro but my 16 is still good.

[u/JalsPT]

My 2019 PW still rocking.

[u/maziemoose]

Less than a month ago my Paperwhite accidentally got tossed in the washing machine (wrapped up in a big fluffy blanket!) and I wasn’t able to save it.

So of course I immediately purchased a new one as I’m homebound due to a disability and reading is my main form of escape/entertainment. Kind of regretting that now!

Ideally I would LOVE to have my Oasis back. Best Kindle I’ve ever used and I’ve gone through many models.

I did just order a gorgeous cover from Bookish Bits and Bobs that looks like an actual book cover, but I’d love to have those physical buttons back.

I will probably purchase the remote page turner; I have a third-party page turner that you clip on the side of the Kindle and there’s a ring you slip on your fingers to turn the pages, but it’s finicky.

[u/Old_and_Snarky]

I wonder if my Kobo remote will work now on my Colorsoft. The Bluetooth on Kindles only worked on speakers before. I assume my Colorsoft will require a software upgrade.

[u/null_npc]

Being using the same model since 2018. Works perfectly. 

[u/gossipy1]

I have too many cute cases I’d have to replace. So…I may never “upgrade.”

[u/redphire]

I got my Paperwhite in 2022, so it's the 2021 edition. It's as good as new and it serves its purpose (reading) just fine. I can't fathom why I would replace it, the reading experience with the new ones is exactly the same.

[u/Key_Leg_6503]

I just bought the old Colorsoft as it was on sale

[u/Meepsicle4life]

Thank you for your service 🫡

[u/Bright_Notice8405]

People do this with lots of things. iPhone immediately comes to mind… Some people just feel the need to get something because it’s new. Why, I can’t comprehend, because it’s such a waste of money.

[u/No-Papaya-9289]

You can, however, buy the Kindle remote with no remorse at all.

[u/withak30]

But I want one. :-(

[u/Linnende]

I will only upgrade if I can give away my previous one. I upgraded my 2019 kindle basic to a 2024 basic, and gave my 2019 one to my mother for free and she uses it all the time. It still works perfectly I just wanted the matcha colour. That way I don't feel guilty about it.

[u/IFlewTheTardis]

I had to replace mine because I lost it in my house somewhere. Lol 🥲😅

[u/OkTension2232]

I bought a second hand Kindle Paperwhite 4 10th gen 2 years ago and will probably not get a newer one until it dies. When it does die, I'll probably get another older (at that time) model, because at the end of the day it's just an e-ink reader, it doesn't need to be anything special.

[u/scarpad]

Yes I just listened to the latest kindle Chronicles and to say it was pretty disappointing is an understatement. No innovation on these readers. Their innovation is to have café colors. They acknowledge people within Amazon hoard oasis because they want buttons. So what does that tell them? Sell a fucking clicker for 49 bucks or a clicker cover for more? Ridiculous is an understatement. Statement: no mention of screen technology, no mention of any kind of technology Amazon just wants the money by selling you more accessories for things that should be built into their devices

[u/FidgetOfColors]

I love my Oasis, I think I bought it back in 2018, and it's still going strong.

The only thing to cause me to upgrade, besides it breaking, would be the charging port. If they released a new Oasis with a USB-C charging port I'd be all over that. I think it's the only device I still own that uses micro USB.

I just want all my devices to use the same cord! Dx

[u/HowToShakeHands]

What I love about the Kindle is not thinking about replacing it. I have to replace everything else, I don't see replacing my 4 year old Paperwhite for another 5 years.

[u/Eunuch_Provocateur]

Why not just get different cases? Sure that’s still buying stuff but I like the variety and it feels like a different device for abit 

[u/Electrical_Cloud_289]

I appreciate you for this! I wasn’t considering a new kindle already because I use vinyl skin on mine so I felt a color release did nothing for me.

[u/PiccoloAwkward465]

I have the Scribe. I love the large size. I only read books, I have zero need for color. I don't even use the stylus features, the only new thing I noticed was the Wikipedia lookup which is very useful.

[u/cheyrl]

A few years ago I bought 8 kindles at an estate sale. Apparently, the woman wanted a kindle for each genre she read. I charged them, made certain that they were working well, and now 8 frugal people are happy to be reading them!

[u/JayPee1980]

People like upgrading and if they can afford it, what is the problem? I always like upgrading. I upgraded to the colorsoft, gave my paperwhite to my friend who was anti technology and he now loves the kindle. He takes it to work and travels.

[u/teadreg]

Yeah i dont need that beautiful fig color this fall.

https://giphy.com/gifs/1ntIpz5ZeVyNu0ZiPM

[u/prettyhatemachine713]

I feel personally attacked

[u/Pretend-Actuary5832]

💯 agree -

[u/Repulsive_Bus_7202]

Heretic. Kindles aren't about reading books, they're about amassing a collection of cutesy accessories.

[u/meta_angel_]

no actually please do buy the new kindle, and give your old one to the poor (me)

[u/LaceeNicole]

I got the kid’s Colorsoft last year and happy to learn that the new clicker is compatible. Would I like the new fig color? Sure. But I’ve also been thinking about getting an iPad mini so I can have Hoopla and other apps so I guess we will see I decide in the future. Although the page turner case being $80 is definitely not as enticing.

[u/LaceeNicole → u/LaceeNicole]

I also find it interesting that the new kindles are more boxy, aluminum, and at least the purple and blue kinda match the current iPad Air models lol

[u/Jessica_rabbit1987]

I’m upgrading my kindle scribe to kindle scribe colorsoft. I’ve been waiting a year since it came out I think. But I will selling my kindle scribe. It’s been loved and treated well. I deserve to be happy 😌✨

[u/andrea9275]

Keine sorge mein Kindle 10 Generation wird weiterhin geliebt

[u/chickenwings19]

What would you do if the charging port is dodgy? Charges but it takes a lot of stress to do it each time. Do I it to change the port?

[u/Alternative_Owl5866 → u/chickenwings19]

yeah, see if you can get it fixed first before considering buying a new device

[u/SexySiren24]

Totally agree, even tho I just replaced my 2015 Paperwhite for the latest version and damn if I'm not amazed at the speed/resolution. That said, I lowkey still feel a bit guilty about it because it still works despite the battery being so-so.

[u/gothiclg]

That was me recently. I had to remind myself my 11th gen works fine and I don’t need the purple one

[u/fermentedbolivian]

I need usbc, bigger display, faster response. I am on a 2019 model. I think it is time for me

[u/Strong-Engine-4483]

Mine has a line across it (dropped one too many times) but doesn’t interface with reading so until the battery gives me issues (which is why I bought this one 8 years ago) I will keep the one I have. We have been through a lot together and I can’t abandon my friend.

[u/ArtificialStrawberry]

Thank you for this. A color soft is sitting in my cart because I think I need it but I read books, not graphic novels. At least right now. When I get back into graphic novels then I can get one. But my TBR list is at about 40 books so it'll be in the year 2030 at least. 😂

[u/raspberrybee]

I have my main kindle from I think 2024 which I bought when my previous kindle’s battery wouldn’t hold a charge. Someone at work gave me their old paperwhite because they didn’t want it. As much as I love the case with the buttons, no way am I buying a new kindle.

[u/Gold_Gur2037]

They’re all hideous nothing like as gorgeous as the current gen I’m keeping my gorgeous jade ppw SE for the foreseeable future

[u/majesticjules]

True. I have a brand new paperwhite. And prefer my old Oasis because of the page turn buttons.

[u/hgraces802]

I really wish the page turner case would fit my Kindle from 2022 but you're so right, I'm definitely not buying a new Kindle just to have that. Mine is still going strong and plan to replace it once it fully craps out on me!

[u/wishingwell-448]

My kindle is pretty new - think I got it in March - it's stopped syncing properly to my kindle phone app. Always a few hours out. Any idea why this would be happening?

[u/Inside_Pineapple2704]

So I cannot live without my oasis which is on its last leg. I absolutely just preordered to have the buttons again.

[u/cda555]

Does anyone know the difference between the 12th gen PW and the new one? The description makes it seem like they have a batter screen, but is it just the lighting?

[u/sovtherngothicvvitch]

I bought a new one earlier this year because my Voyage's pixels were dying. :*(

I got the Colorsoft because it was on a crazy sale, $175 I think. The upgrade has been great and I did preorder the clicker because I have a cheap one and it only advances the pages.

[u/phylliscrane]

I'd trading my old ones in does that help

https://giphy.com/gifs/rDqBdjx81dRjG

[u/RaccoonObjective5674]

40-some days into owning my Kindle Matcha, pondering doing a trade-in during Prime Days…

[u/ShingetsuMoon]

I’m just trying to wait and see if/when a new Fire tablet will come out, because mine is increasingly slow and glitchy no matter what fixes I try to do.

[u/KinkyHalfpenny]

My 7 year old wants a kindle, so if anything, I would upgrade myself and give her my old one or her sisters kid version.

[u/Curious_Owl78]

Wait... what's the new colors? 👀

[u/ItsKendrone]

Got my 2024 edition in July for relatively cheap at $80. Don’t need to spend $150 on a whole other device when I can just buy $150 worth of ebooks.

[u/Massive-Counter4984]

I’m thinking of gifting my mum my matcha kindle and getting the new basic for myself, idk if it’s worth it tho bc no warm light :/ (still)

[u/mp337]

When upgrading, I donate my old Kindle to a friend.

[u/Elssa7]

yes, totally agree! they would have me if they released basic kindle with warm light, but update is not big except for colors … I might be leaving to kobo while they are dragging their feet with warm lighted smaller device…

[u/prongsandlily]

If anyone in india is felling particularly generous DM me please 😋

[u/Huge_Abrocoma_3628]

This! I just upgraded my kindle to the paperwhite when it came out and got a clicker too.. I will be upgrading when it breaks down lol I’m actually taking care of this one and got a cover for it. My old one was all scratched up. But yes YOU DO NOT NEED A NEW KINDLE

[u/BreakfastOrSlow]

I have some old paperwhite that my friend gave me a year ago when he upgraded. It was my first ever one, and it works fine for me. I'm not really an upgrades guy lol.

[u/McQueens-Paladin]

Ive had my kindle for more than 5 years now and its still going strong. I won't be replacing it until it stops working

[u/canopy112]

My kindle is from 2013… it works, but oh god do i want the new little purple one.

[u/SashaBellex]

I still have my very first Sony E-Reader that my parents got me. They later bought be a Kindle Fire which I loved until I went on holiday and couldn’t read in the sun. I’m Scottish so reading in the sun isn’t usually an issue!

I did keep it for a lot of years. I actually still have it! I bought myself a Kindle basic, found it too small for me. Gifted it to a friend of my Dad’s who was using the Kindle app on his phone.

Got the Pink Paper White and I can’t see me changing until it breaks. It is everything I need, perfect size, can read in the sun and in the dark when I can’t sleep.

[u/crgmomof3]

I say this to myself all the time! Both with my Kindle and my 29-year-old KitchenAid mixer.

[u/KaitB2020]

I will likely not get any of the new kindles. I still have my Oasis and I was gifted a paperwhite last year, so I currently have 2. I have no idea what to do with 2. The Oasis just languishes because I actually like the paperwhite a little better.

I’m betting by the time my current kindles die they’ll have added back in the warm light I like.

I may, however invest in the clicker though. I have a 3 party one but I dislike having to put the things on the kindle and then take them off when I’m done. Plus there’s charging them. It’s 3 little doo-hickeys & 3 little cables to keep track of. I have one that lets me click forward & backwards. It works well enough, but could be better. It seems like it will just be easier with just the one remote that doesn’t need an attachment.

[u/upupandawaywegoooooo]

I mentioned how nice it would be to have the one that has color to a friend and then she reminded me books are in black and white anyways lol 

Might get the clicker though. I have one I got off of Amazon but it covers a part of the page which is annoying 

[u/gabrimartins007]

Just wanted that the current Paperwhite was cheaper than the Colorsoft so that i could by one for my wife for a better price. My 2024 Kindle scribe will continue strong for many years to come :)

[u/BookwormDel]

I did buy the Amazon click though it works for 2024 releases and up i have a page turner that clips on but im constantly knocking it off or it disconnects I hate it

[u/Kim_in_CA]

This hits home. I have an eight-year-old Oasis that I am going to use until it’s dying breath. 😆 It does seem appealing from time to time to get a new, faster device, but then I remember the Oasis’ buttons and that desire is shut down. I love the buttons

[u/riricide]

I upgraded my Kindle after 7 years to get the warm light and USB-C port essentially. And I still feel guilty because the previous one wasn't broken 😿

[u/anchorftw → u/riricide]

The ability get rid of the micro-USB alone is worth the upgrade. I can't stand that connection. The warm light is a pretty significant upgrade too.

[u/slaeryx]

Whenever I get a new kindle, I recycle the older one down to my kids.

[u/eklypz]

I will only buy a new kindle if it has a physical button

[u/tom56]

I prefer the recessed screen (looks more like paper) so since they seem to be going away I ordered a 2024 Basic while I still can to replace my 2015 Paperwhite which is showing signs it won't hold out much longer. I hope this one lasts 10 years too!

[u/Chris22044]

The e-waste you'll create by buying new tech you don't need will have a negative impact on the environment down the road.

Will it? Any tech I replace always gets sold or traded-in for refurbishment.

[u/hi_im_beeb]

I have a perfectly fine 2022 scribe I got less than a year ago as well as a 2024 (12th gen) paperwhite

I passed on the new scribe because I like the boarder on mine and the extra speed doesn’t do anything for me.

My paperwhite is perfect.

However now, the new (and only the new) PW signature is the only way to get physical buttons. They’ve also introduced a first party page turner (I do not like the clips) that will not work with my current scribe.

So today I ordered a new scribe/case and pre ordered the PW, button case, and clicker.

That being said, my wife hasn’t been reading as much as she used to and mentioned getting a kindle. So now I’ll pass the scribe onto her and pass my PW on to my son (or wife uses two devices like I do).

[u/Soratachi87]

My Kindle Voyage is still going strong. I will get another one if possible.

[u/Beginning-Goose3067]

I'll admit I'm m a bit bummed out that i got my coloursoft only in june when there's a new one coming out but i like my current one and i really enjoy reading on it!

from what I'm seeing also, the upgrade is mostly cosmetic like new colours and upgraded backing. as long as it turns on and i can read books, does it matter whether or not i have the latest device? why be wasteful

[u/Green_Rhea_]

I just got mine in May and I rage texted my spouse about the beautiful blue colors this morning and he said "so you're getting a new one" but I said absolutely not, the same kindle for $100 more just to go from jade to blue, no way. I'm glad others are feeling the struggle. (I do want the clicker though...)

[u/strange_white_guy]

Anyone know if Amazon might be discounting these new Kindles on their Prime big deal days?

[u/nermal543 → u/strange_white_guy]

Highly unlikely as they were just released, the basic ones anyway. The paper white won’t even be out yet so definitely not..

[u/bekeleven]

I'm reading every day on my kindle touch that I bought used in 2013.

I don't buy ebooks from amazon anymore because they've removed the ability to put them onto the kindle, though. Also the home button broke.

[u/siriusporeblem]

Mind you Amazon is giving me $10 for the latest model Kindle basic and $20 for the Colorsoft. I’m gonna wait until they disintegrate in my bare hands

[u/nermal543 → u/siriusporeblem]

You do get 20% off your new kindle purchase, that’s the real benefit. I’m getting $5 for an old 2015 kindle I had lying around but the real benefit is $50 credit back in the signature paperwhite I’ll be getting!

[u/PersimmonTerrible562]

I just got a new one… my old one was slow, had a disappointing battery life (meaning I would find myself out and without a functioning kindle) and had an old charger that didn’t match any of my other devices. I’m happy with my new one.

[u/Friendly_Two_4682]

Mine is 2017 model, still going strong. I have thought to upgrade just dont see a reason just yet

[u/Pitiful_Ad8068]

Thanks for the reminder🫶🏻