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Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition 32GB (newest model) – Our fastest Kindle with auto-adjusting front light, wireless charging, and weeks of battery life – Metallic Black

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  • Our fastest Kindle ever – The next-generation 7“ Paperwhite display has a higher contrast ratio with 25% faster page turns.
  • Upgrade your reading experience – The Signature Edition features an auto-adjusting front light, wireless charging, and 32 GB storage.
  • Ready for travel – The ultra-thin design has a larger glare-free screen so pages stay sharp no matter where you are.
  • Escape into your books – Your Kindle doesn’t have social media, notifications, or other distracting apps.
  • Adapts to your surroundings – The auto-adjusting front light lets you read in the brightest sunlight or late into the night.
  • Battery life for marathon reading – A single charge via USB-C lasts up to 12 weeks, or power up with a wireless charging dock (sold separately).
  • Waterproof and worry-free – Take your stories by the pool, in the bath, or anywhere in between.
  • Massive selection – Instantly access over 15 million titles in the Kindle Store worldwide, and add a Kindle Unlimited subscription for all-you-can read access to a catalog including best sellers.

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Take reading
to new places

The next-generation 7” Paperwhite display, weeks of battery life, and auto-adjusting front light will take your breath away — kind of like a good book.

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A faster, more responsive experience

With 20% faster performance, breeze through pages and quickly scroll through
your Kindle Library.

Outlasts your longest novel,
and then some

A single charge via USB-C lasts up to 12 weeks.
Or power up with the Made for Amazon Wireless
Charging Dock
(sold separately, available soon).

Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition is on the Made for Amazon Wireless Charging Dock on an end table.

Your built-in book light

Read in the brightest sunlight or late into the
night with an auto-adjusting front light and
glare-free display.

Adjust the display from a
white light to a warm amber.

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Waterproof
and worry-free

The thin, light design goes wherever you do. Read
by the pool, in the bath, or anywhere in between.
Learn more about our waterproof features.

All quiet — on all fronts

With no interruptions from messages, emails, and social media, you can lose yourself in the story.

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Massive selection

The Kindle Store offers instant access to millions of titles worldwide, including bestsellers and Kindle Exclusives you won't find anywhere else—including titles you can write on. Add Kindle Unlimited to read many of them anytime.

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Prime members can read from a selection of eBooks, audiobooks, magazines, comics and manga included with their Prime membership.

Access over 4 million titles, thousands of audiobooks, magazines, and more with a Kindle Unlimited subscription.

Set up a Kids profile for unlimited access to a curated, kid-friendly library for young readers with an Amazon Kids+ subscription.

Better together

Our thin and lightweight covers allow for hours of comfortable reading. They put your Kindle to sleep when closed and wake it upon opening, so you can resume reading where you left off. Shop Kindle accessories.

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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:

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Materials

Made from 29% recycled material. 99% of this device’s packaging is made of wood fiber-based materials from responsibly managed forests or recycled sources.

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Recycle

Built to last. But when you're ready, you can recycle your devices. Explore Amazon Second Chance.

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PRICE
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$229.99
$529.99
RATINGS
4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (13,173)
4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (8,771)
4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (5,148)
4.1 4.1 out of 5 stars (1,743)
DISPLAY SIZE
6" glare-free
7" glare-free
7" glare-free
10.2" glare-free
RESOLUTION
300 ppi
300 ppi
300 ppi
300 ppi
STORAGE
16 GB
16 GB
32 GB
16 GB, 32 GB, or 64 GB
BATTERY LIFE
Up to 6 weeks
Up to 12 weeks
Up to 12 weeks
Up to 12 weeks
WIRELESS CHARGING
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ADJUSTABLE WARM LIGHT
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AUTO-ADJUSTING FRONT LIGHT SENSOR
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1-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
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FLUSH-FRONT DESIGN
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WATERPROOF (IPX8)
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SCREEN LUMINOSITY
94 nits
94 nits
94 nits
94 nits
WRITING CAPABILITY (PEN INCLUDED)
No
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Yes. Premium Pen included.
COLOR
Black and Matcha
Black
Metallic Black and Metallic Raspberry
Tungsten and Metallic Jade
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Technical details

Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition

Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition

Display

Amazon's 7” Paperwhite display technology with built-in front light, 300 ppi, optimized font technology, 16-level gray scale.

Size

127.6 mm x 176.7 mm x 7.8 mm (5” x 7” x 0.3”)

Weight

214g (7.5 oz). 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

32 GB; holds thousands of books.

Cloud Storage

Free cloud storage for all Amazon content.

Battery Life

A single charge lasts up to twelve (12) 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 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, 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 Paperwhite also includes the ability to dark mode adjust font size, font face, line spacing, and margins.

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. Use of Kindle is subject to the terms found here.

Included in the Box

Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition, 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

Metallic Black and Metallic Raspberry

Generation

Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (12th 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.

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This product has features recognized as more sustainable by certifying organizations.

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Product contains recycled material.

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Customer reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars
5,148 global ratings

Customers say

The Amazon book reader receives positive feedback for its device quality, with customers describing it as super good and a very good e-reader. Users find the user interface simple to use and appreciate that it's easier to read and handle. The screen quality stands out, with customers noting it's very clear and perfect. The battery life performs well, staying charged for a long time with a decent amount of battery remaining. Customers like the screen size, finding it a bit larger than expected. The device also receives praise for its speed and weight. However, customers have mixed opinions regarding its reliability.
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88 customers mention device quality, 83 positive, 5 negative
Customers find the Amazon book reader to be of good quality. They describe it as a nice e-reader and consider it a great product overall.
Such a great product. Easy to use and love reading from it. simple to download the booksRead more
...Looks like a good product, but so far we have not been able to really get to use it without "buying" expensive books....... disappointing in not...Read more
Best Kindle I've used to dateRead more
Great device, terrible support and questionable utility for a dedicated readerRead more
58 customers mention ease of use, 53 positive, 5 negative
The Amazon book reader features a simple user interface that makes it easy to set up and use. Customers find it easier to read and handle compared to other devices. The device simplifies the transition from physical books to digital reading, and users appreciate the straightforward functions and progress tracking capabilities.
...Once you've read it you can "return" it and just get another, free! Easy to use, lots of options with font size, etc....Read more
It was a great upgrade, books look great, easy to read. The wireless charging works great and very convenient.Read more
...easy to load, adjustable to different light conditions, and easy on the eyes for a pleasant reading experience.Read more
...the battery lasts long , easy to set up / only thing I wish is it had a book marker or highlighter optionRead more
51 customers mention battery life, 43 positive, 8 negative
Customers appreciate the battery performance of this Amazon book reader. The device stays charged for a long time and maintains a decent amount of battery life. Some units come charged up to 50%, and users report only needing to charge it once. The wireless charging feature also receives positive feedback from customers.
I got this Kindle for Christmas and I love it. The battery lasts forever, I only had to charge it once since I have it....Read more
I love it ! it’s my first one ever , the battery life is amazing iv read 2 books on one battery life so far, and still have a good decent amount of...Read more
...It’s easy to use, great battery life, and good valueRead more
...easy to read, comfortable, no eye fatigue (I’m an avid reader), amazing battery life....Read more
51 customers mention screen quality, 40 positive, 11 negative
Customers appreciate the screen quality of this Amazon book reader. They describe it as very clear, perfect, and easy on the eyes. The display quality receives positive feedback, with users noting the high definition and good brightness for reading.
...the device itself, the build quality is solid and the screen is easy on the eyes....Read more
...I was unable to update it. I will always love a kindle with the no glare and easy functions. It’s my fave!Read more
I am very satisfied with my new Kindle. The screen is clear, the battery life has been reliable so far, and the inclusion of a USB-C charger is a...Read more
...the issue was it had no dark mode... I love reading I woukd read for hours...but in the last year I wasn't able to....so I got the new signature...Read more
44 customers mention screen size, 38 positive, 6 negative
Customers appreciate the screen size of this Amazon book reader. They find the size appealing and note that the screen is a bit larger than expected. The device is described as compact with a correct frame width. Users also mention liking the 7-inch screen and the size and style of the font.
I LOVE my new Kindle!! it's such a perfect size and much much easier on eyes!! IM SO HAPPYRead more
This is an OK product for reading. It is lightweight and compact, and the screen is very clear. The design needs some help, I think....Read more
...It works well, the battery last a long time too. The screen size is perfect for holding it with one hand and it gets dim enough to read at night and...Read more
This is the best e-reader for those who simply like to read. Good size and weight with perfect readability at any light conditions..Read more
37 customers mention speed, 33 positive, 4 negative
Customers appreciate the speed of this Amazon book reader. They find it really fast with quick page turns and instant screen response. The device starts up really quick and is more responsive. Users also note that it knows your reading speed.
...I love the 7inch screen, how fast it is compared to my old one and the fact its USB-C is a game changer....Read more
I love the pink color!!! It's definitely faster than my previous kindle. It's a great upgrade from my other kindle....Read more
Absolutely in love with this kindle, much faster than my old one, more options!! Highly recommend! Excuse the comical stickers on the case!Read more
...It’s super fast, stores tons of books, and feels really sleek in hand. Perfect for anyone who reads a lot!Read more
31 customers mention weight, 31 positive, 0 negative
Customers appreciate the weight of the Amazon book reader, describing it as very light and better than carrying heavy books around. The device provides softer light without requiring additional lighting.
...Oh - and it’s light and easy to carry around. So happy! Buy one if you are thinking about it.. it’s a game changer!Read more
This is an OK product for reading. It is lightweight and compact, and the screen is very clear. The design needs some help, I think....Read more
...Overall, the form factor (size, light weight) is just right. So why not 5 stars? Here is why:...Read more
This is my second Kindle. Things I like: -the size and weight, very easy to hold -the wireless charging...Read more
40 customers mention reliability, 23 positive, 17 negative
Customers have mixed experiences with the Amazon book reader's reliability. Some report that it works well with no problems, while others find it very glitchy and note that it works only on a hit and miss basis. Some users experience freezing or giving error messages, though performance varies among different users.
Love this! Works well and keeps my books organizedRead more
...4 stars? CON: worst software in all my Paperwhites, More restarts en 6 month than in the last 13 years on my other Kindle. Messages...Read more
...2. The speed is very noticeable. It zips around the entire system, opening books and flipping pages instantly. 3....Read more
The screen often is unresponsive so I'm still mostly reading on my phone as this is very glitchy and I missed the window to return itRead more