Physical books are great and all, but wouldn’t it be nice to carry them without the weight? Last year’s Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature offers exactly that with a convenience that got one user to call it “hands down the best e-reader I’ve owned.” This famous e-reader still dominates the market due to its up to 12-week battery life, supreme lightweight design, anti-glare screen and ample 32 GB storage. Ahead of Amazon Prime Day tomorrow (!!!!), grab one for 32% off. That’s $80 down and the lowest price it’s been in months. For context, the newest Kindle is still at full price with *half* the storage, so this is the deal to grab, especially if you’re a major bookworm.
As previous shopping staff writer and bookworm Haley Zovickian aptly sums up, “the Kindle is an excellent and incomparable tool for enabling us readers to read as much as possible, wherever we are.” With a high-resolution, glare-free and paper-like display plus an adjustable built-in light and a dark mode — this e-reader can be used day and night.
Its 32 GB of storage is enough to store thousands of books (and PDFs and documents), and with an added Kindle Unlimited subscription, you can just pull those ebooks from the cloud. “So much more convenient than toting my books (which I love so much) everywhere,” another wrote, adding, “can’t believe it took me so long to get one but grateful I did!”
What makes the Paperwhite superior to the basic Kindle (also on sale) is its upgraded features.
With a fully waterproof body, a 7-inch screen (compared to the original’s 6-inch) and a whopping 12-week battery life — this baby has it all. While the basic Kindle is water-resistant, the Paperwhite is waterproof, fully protecting it from water damage — great news for those who love reading in the bathtub. The Paperwhite has a 12-week battery life (on a single USB-C charge), compared to the basic model’s six, a larger display, Bluetooth connectivity for listening to audiobooks and an even thinner design for even easier storage and portability.
This small device is also perfect for travelers.
“I cannot say enough good things about this ereader! I travel a lot and it is light and easy to pack,” one wrote. “Holds all my books and is searchable if I forget an event or character. Waterproof for the beach and tub.”
“I was so hesitant bc I love the feel of regular books. However, this makes traveling so much easier,” another said. “I was worried about the lights on my eyes but it has a great backlight that brightens and dims as you wish. Lightweight, holds SO many novels, and still worth the money.”
Act fast and grab the Amazon Kindle Paperwhite at a sweet discount while you can, and read on for more Kindle reviews from avid readers and daily users.
“I was on the fence for a long time but so glad I committed! Portable, lightweight, easy on the eyes. Simple to use. So much more convenient than toting my books (which I love so much) everywhere. The charge is insane. I’m a heavy reader and have yet to charge it. Very responsive to my touch and I can see it in direct sunlight!!! Small (I’m petite) and lightweight (lighter than my iPhone 16 plus). Fun to accessorize with inserts and plug covers. Can’t believe it took me so long to get one but grateful I did! Works seamlessly with the Amazon world and I’ve had no issues accessing my Libby books on it. Take the plunge!!” — T Robinson
“Hands down the best e-reader I’ve owned. The 7-inch screen is clear and glare-free, even in direct sunlight, and page turns are lightning-fast. Having 32GB of space means I never have to delete a book, and the auto-adjusting warm light makes reading in bed super comfortable on the eyes. Plus, no lockscreen ads right out of the box! Highly recommend if you read every day.” — Anthony Baker
“I love my Kindle. It’s great for reading in bed, the backlighting works well, and the touch screen is highly responsive. I also like how easily I can borrow and download library books. I just wish it came in more colors. Overall, I enjoy using my Kindle. Looking forward to bringing it with me on my travels.” — km09
“I bought the Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (32GB) as a gift for my wife, and it has been one of the best purchases I’ve made. She uses it every single day, and it has truly turned reading into her favorite hobby. The screen is easy on the eyes, the battery lasts a long time, and the automatic brightness adjustment makes it comfortable to read anywhere, whether during the day or at night. The 32GB storage gives her more than enough space for all her books, and the overall experience is smooth and enjoyable. If you’re looking for a gift for someone who loves to read or wants to read more I highly recommend this Kindle. It’s worth every penny. I am now thinking in getting one for myself.” — Honest opinion
“Less than 2 weeks after receiving my new Kindle, I accidentally dropped it into a hotel pool. I retrieved it immediately and hoped the ‘waterproof’ claim was real. I followed online instructions to dry it and let it stand with the usb port facing down and tapping excess water out. It took a few days but I was finally able to reboot it and it appears to be good as new. So, conclusion, it really is waterproof as long as you don’t panic and exercise some patience.” — KrazyDogLady
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