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Kindle, 6" E Ink Display, Wi-Fi - Includes Special Offers (Previous Generation - 5th)

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  • Reads like real paper with no glare, even in bright sunlight
  • Weighs less than 6 ounces - lighter than a paperback and fits in your pocket
  • Up to one-month battery life on a single charge
  • Download books in 60 seconds with built-in Wi-Fi - holds over 1,000 books

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4.5 out of 5 stars
4.5 out of 5
14,847 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the cost, size, battery life, performance, and portability of the Kindle. For example, they mention that it's a very smart investment, it fits in all of their purses, and that the display is perfect. That said, they appreciate the light weight and the fact that it excels at its one purpose of being able to read.

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4,879 customers mention4,266 positive613 negative

Customers find the book reader easy to read and easy on the eyes. They say the text is very clear and the navigation is pretty easy with the buttons along the bottom. They also say the book reads perfectly under every lighting arrangement and is very book-like.

"...Bottom line, for the money, and quality, easy on the eyes reader, that is feather weight light, you can't go wrong...." Read more

"...I have read perfectly under every lighting arrangement that I have tried, indoors and out. However, I would caution not to try to read in the dark...." Read more

"...I mean it moves around the keyboard really quickly when you scroll through, but it's still annoying for people who use the keyboard a lot...." Read more

"...And it has the advantages of instant word definitions plus attaching notes and highlighting text without damage to the books...." Read more

2,358 customers mention2,316 positive42 negative

Customers like the portability of the book reader. They mention that it's easy to hold with one hand, and is not bulky. Some say that the whole setup is way lighter than their Paperwhite. Overall, customers find the product to be more portable than an actual book.

"...for the money, and quality, easy on the eyes reader, that is feather weight light, you can't go wrong. I'm very happy with my decision...." Read more

"...getting an ereader allows you to read more because it's more portable than an actual book, you never have to leave your house (if you have wifi) to..." Read more

"...The Kindle is compact - it doesn't take up much space, is light to carry, and easy to use with one hand...." Read more

"...Size and weight: The Kindle is light and, at least as a guy, it fits in the front pocket of every pair of pants I wear...." Read more

2,282 customers mention2,041 positive241 negative

Customers like the performance of the e-reader. They mention that it's a fine device, with a pretty darn good display. They also say that it works well with the Kindle software designed by Amazon. Overall, customers are satisfied with the performance and functionality of the product.

"...I'm extremely happy with my Kindle reader, it's staying power, and reliability!" Read more

"...It's also much sturdier and well constructed than I expected. Hopefully it withstands the test of time.CONCLUSION..." Read more

"...Battery Life: Fantastic! I've had it for over a month, now, and I've only had to charge it once so far. I read on it pretty much every day...." Read more

"...It appears to work ok... it wont let me buy books directly from the kindle, but it came pre registered so I can buy them from my computer and they..." Read more

1,741 customers mention1,593 positive148 negative

Customers find the cost of the Kindle to be great. They say the e-books are cheaper and the subscription is definitely worth it. Customers also say the product is a great investment and amazing right out of the box. They also say that the special offers are not invasive and are worth keeping around.

"...I like that Amazon lowered the price point. I am thrilled to be able to borrow books from the public library as well...." Read more

"...If you're looking for a inexpensive, light and simple entry ereader this Kindle is perfect...." Read more

"...The Guide is very well laid out and is worth reading before you start proper...." Read more

"...The subscription is definitely worth it - $1 a month and you get 50 articles per issue, instead of 20, including images from the article...." Read more

1,690 customers mention1,451 positive239 negative

Customers like the size of the Kindle. They say it is small, light, and compact. Some say it fits in their back pocket and all of their purses. They also say it's perfectly sized to fit their hand and fits the bill perfectly. Some love the size and weight of the screen for reading.

"...feed backs I decided that all I want is a light weight book reader, small, and I could not justify the extra expense to have the touch screen...." Read more

"...you receive this ereader I think you'll fall in love with it's simplicity and size and will be like me in the fact that you won't be able to put it..." Read more

"...Size and weight: The Kindle is light and, at least as a guy, it fits in the front pocket of every pair of pants I wear...." Read more

"...It fits easily in my pants pocket, in a briefcase, laptop case, accordion file, sportcoat pocket, etc...." Read more

1,075 customers mention956 positive119 negative

Customers like the battery life of the book reader. They say it is exceptional, doesn't use battery quickly, and draws far less battery power when in sleep mode.

"...or go camping where one can't just plug it in, so the battery life will be awesome, to be able to read weeks at a time and not constantly wondering..." Read more

"...That said, the battery lasted 3 full weeks before the low battery notice came up on screen and an additional 4 days, with no change in usage,..." Read more

"...only use energy to turn pages and use wifi, ereaders have incredibly long battery life and the kindle is no different...." Read more

"...Keeping the WiFi disabled is great for battery life, and it's a lot faster to turn it on and off from a switch than to have to go through the..." Read more

816 customers mention698 positive118 negative

Customers like the appearance of the book reader. They say it's sleek, has a nice screen, and the E-ink looks more natural. They also appreciate the well-designed bottom of the screen, which looks like an actual page of a book. Customers also mention that the Wi-Fi is fast, nice, and easy to use. They appreciate the many original illustrations and the subtle colors of the cover.

"...PROS: Love the screen. Super feather weight, You can arrange books by authors and so on. (I can't do that on my Fire HD!)..." Read more

"...The screen is really nice too. It has a matte screen that has really no glare in even the brightest of lights and the words are crisp and dark...." Read more

"...The screen-savers are all elegant, black and white close-ups of writing tools and lettering.I also didn't know about Whisper sync...." Read more

"...They really are so subtle...." Read more

790 customers mention348 positive442 negative

Customers are mixed about the build quality of the book reader. Some mention that the build is great and durable, while others say that it's fragile and built cheaply.

"...It's a little shaky (using the other hand to try to hold the camera), but shows the Kindle being used left-handed to "turn" the pages...." Read more

"...Bottom line, for the money, and quality, easy on the eyes reader, that is feather weight light, you can't go wrong...." Read more

"...Clearly these things are built so cheaply that they are deliberately designed to last just slightly longer than the warranty so you have to keep..." Read more

"...It's also much sturdier and well constructed than I expected. Hopefully it withstands the test of time.CONCLUSION..." Read more

Best Kindle So Far
5 Stars
Best Kindle So Far
I bought the first Kindle when it came out and, while I liked it, I didn't use it that much because the page turn buttons could be too easily triggered, and the cover was somewhat clumsy to use. The second generation Kindle was a lot better, but I still preferred to read physical books with the Kindle being a solution for being able to have books available without taking up any more space (I still buy physical books, but most are donated to the local library, Salvation Army, etc. after I've read them).Next, about a year after it came out, I bought what Amazon called the "Kindle Keyboard" and was hooked! I began using the Kindle as a preferred reading medium over physical books and thought that the Kindle Keyboard couldn't be improved upon (I've since given a couple as gifts). I liked the storage capacity, the 3G capability and thought I wouldn't want to be without the keyboard. After reading more than seventy books on it I couldn't imagine trying a Kindle with less memory and only Wi-fi.I was wrong.I ordered this "4th Generation" Kindle earlier this year, thinking I'd have it for a backup to my Kindle Keyboard. Instead, it has become my much-preferred device. Storage room? With the cloud, it's really not an issue. I keep a few reference books on both of my current Kindles (the Keyboard and this one) as well as what I'm currently reading. I haven't had any problem with coming close to exceeding the storage capacity. While it would be nice to have 3G, it's not a deal-killer at all. I've already read close to 50 books on this Kindle and I've only found myself without easy access to Wi-fi once. When I'm close to finishing a book, I plan ahead and download a new one (or two) so that I'm ready wherever I happen to be.I also thought the cover for the Kindle Keyboard was better, but have found that I like the (Amazon official) cover for this one every bit as much or better. I don't need an elastic band to hold it closed (thought I wanted this, but it is really a non-issue). I flip it open, flip it closed, leave it folded back and just generally don't worry about it. That's what a cover should be - unobtrusive.The thing that makes this Kindle a real winner is its size and simplicity. It's easy to read one handed in any of the chairs in our house, at the island in the kitchen, at a restaurant at lunch or while lying in bed. It fits easily in my pants pocket, in a briefcase, laptop case, accordion file, sportcoat pocket, etc.The battery life (with "airplane mode" on - meaning Wi-fi off) is fantastic. I read anywhere from a couple of hours to as many as seven or eight hours per day and I generally can go three weeks (never less than two) between charges. I turn on Wi-fi (or turn off "Airplane Mode") to download new books or to allow sync'ing with other devices (I'll still use the Kindle app on the iPad when reading in the dark), and unless I forget and leave it on, the battery life is just fantastic. I also like the fact that charging just involves hooking it to a USB port on my laptop or desktop. I wouldn't mind having a way to know the percentage of battery life left, but estimating from the icon I'd say that I have at least 20% battery life and I've read several books since the last recharge going on three weeks ago now. Oh, and the time to re-charge from a depleted battery is only a couple of hours at most.Will I try the new "Paperwhite" with 3G? Probably. Will I miss the page turn buttons? Maybe. Maybe not. I thought the 2nd gen Kindle was where I'd stop (I even thought about buying a second one because I "liked it best"). The same was true with the Kindle Keyboard. Again, I thought it was the best version and wouldn't be improved upon (and once again considered buying a backup in that version). Today, I'm on this product page because the announcement of the Paperwhite made me think that maybe I should buy another one of the "Kindle 4" devices as a backup.Then I remembered the other two times I considered stocking up on the "tested and true" versions and decided to write this review instead. Maybe this will end up being my favorite Kindle. But if it doesn't, if the Paperwhite or even one of the Kindle Fires becomes a new favorite, I'll have paid my due respects to a device that has given me a great deal of pleasure.I recommend this Kindle without reservation.UPDATE: I've uploaded a video showing the Kindle being used one-handed. It's a little shaky (using the other hand to try to hold the camera), but shows the Kindle being used left-handed to "turn" the pages. From the other reviews I've read this doesn't suit everyone - I guess it's a matter of the size and shape of each person's hands. The video also gives some sense of the page refresh. I've uploaded a couple of still shots in the photo section at the top of the page that provide an idea of the resolution.
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Reviewed in the United States on January 13, 2013
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5.0 out of 5 stars My Favorite Companion
Reviewed in the United States on January 13, 2013
I already own the Kindle Fire HD but I wanted to buy a reading-only-capable device that wouldn't distract me from a book with movies and apps and I wanted an ereader that I could tote around easily without it being too heavy or big.
When I was looking for the ereader to fit the bill I was originally considering the Kindle Paperwhite, but then decided against it because I didn't really need the glow in the dark feature since I already have a lit Kindle Fire HD so I bought the regular Kindle instead.

The experience started from the very beginning. The shipping was so incredibly fast; I ordered it on a Friday and received it on Saturday! It was so unexpected, it was set to arrive by Tuesday! Amazon really wowed me there.

Okay so I've owned this for a little more than two months now and thought I should share my thoughts on this Kindle for those people who can't decided whether to buy this Kindle or not.

First of all it's incredibly light. At just 5.98 ounces it's the perfect weight for those marathon reading sessions I usually have, but it's not too light to the point where it feels delicate and easily breakable.

The page turning buttons are different from the Kindle Keyboard's buttons because they are pushed in at an angle instead of straight down and I actually like them better because when I grab the Kindle from both sides I don't trigger a page turn.

I've heard a lot of negative reviews on the five way controller because it's pretty much the only way to interact with the stuff on the screen. You have to use it to control the on-screen keyboard, navigate through a book, search up a word, highlight sections of a book and take notes. I highlight things in books all the time and search up words and using the 5 way isn't bad at all for these commands, but I have to admit that using the 5-way controller for the on-screen keyboard and taking notes is really annoying. I mean it moves around the keyboard really quickly when you scroll through, but it's still annoying for people who use the keyboard a lot. I really don't use the keyboard all that often so it's not too big of a deal for me.

The screen is really nice too. It has a matte screen that has really no glare in even the brightest of lights and the words are crisp and dark. This has to do with the black bezel that makes it contrast with the off-white kind of grey 'paper' background and therefore makes the black printed words jump out at you. I have absolutely no problem with the screen's readability.

I know there's only like 1.25 GB of space or something, but that's enough to fit about a thousand books and although having more memory would be nice, I don't think I'll ever be exceeding the memory space soon. And if I do, I would not only pat myself on the back, but I would just archive the books I've already read and make space for more. See no problem there right?

Battery life is fantastic. Since ereaders really only use energy to turn pages and use wifi, ereaders have incredibly long battery life and the kindle is no different. It says it last for a month or so with wifi off and I find that pretty true. I almost always have the wifi off unless I'm downloading a book and if I do leave it on for a while it lasts for about three weeks and that's incredible. I love not having to plug in another device at night.

I also really like that most books I download have the ability to use the publisher's font. I think it makes reading on the Kindle seem that much more like reading from and actual book.

Now with any amazon device I feel like I have to mention Amazon's ecosystem. It's unbeatable in terms of books and I have yet to search up a book and not find it. The classics are free and most books are $9.99 and under and it's just great.

And for those of you who aren't sure about getting and ereader because you feel that it diminishes the importance of physical books I say this: It doesn't matter whether you read a book from a phone, computer, ereader or physical book; it's all about the story. Where you read a story from is just the transportation. I think getting an ereader allows you to read more because it's more portable than an actual book, you never have to leave your house (if you have wifi) to get a book, and you can carry around hundreds of books around with you without carrying a lot of weight.

If you're looking for a inexpensive, light and simple entry ereader this Kindle is perfect. I adore it and I pretty much always have it on me because it's just so easy to carry around. This Kindle is putting my Kindle Fire HD to the back of the room to the point where the Fire is getting barely getting used now. Once you receive this ereader I think you'll fall in love with it's simplicity and size and will be like me in the fact that you won't be able to put it down.
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