The new Kindle Paperwhite is now on sale at Amazon, giving book lovers the chance to save a huge £35 on the e-reader. This is the lowest price it’s ever been
If you’re a bookworm who’s fed up with carrying around hefty tomes, it might be time to consider switching to an e-reader. Now, thanks to a massive Black Friday deal on Amazon’s Kindle, the transition is more tempting than ever.
The All-New Kindle Paperwhite has been slashed from £169.99 to £134.99 – the lowest price it’s ever been was previously £159.99, so this is a fantastic chance to grab a top-notch e-reader at a bargain price. This is for the 16GB model – if you need more storage, the 32GB version is also currently discounted, dropping its price from £189.99 to £154.99.
Plus, if you have an old Kindle you’re looking to upgrade, you can trade it in for an additional 20% off. The Kindle Paperwhite differs from the original model as it boasts a larger screen and faster performance.
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This option provides uninterrupted reading without ads, but it doesn’t include Kindle Unlimited – something you might want to consider if you devour books at a rapid pace. Amazon claims that this model is the fastest Kindle yet, offering 25% quicker page turns.
Despite its power, it’s still slim enough to carry around, and a single charge lasts up to 12 weeks – giving you ample time to enjoy your favourite novels or discover some new captivating reads. It’s even waterproof, which is useful if you like to read in the bath or plan to take it on your next summer getaway, reports Wales Online.
With an impressive 4.3 star average rating from just over 100 reviews, customers are absolutely smitten with the newest Kindle edition. “It’s noticeably faster, making navigation and page turns incredibly smooth. The improved contrast enhances readability and dark mode, bringing a rich, comfortable reading experience even in low light,” one shopper was thrilled to report.
“The build quality feels premium, with a sleek design that’s comfortable to hold for long periods, and the added rubber lip around the edge offers a secure grip. This model truly combines performance, display quality, and thoughtful design enhancements.”
Another satisfied user concurred: “The screen is bright, clear, and has excellent contrast. The page turns feel instant, and it’s so light and comfortable to use.”
A third chimed in, saying: “Love this Kindle. It looks fantastic. It’s super quick. The battery lasts ages, I’ve had it for a month and used it every day and it still has 59% battery left.”
Yet, a handful of customers did voice some complaints. “My main problem with the recent Kindles is the fact you have to pay extra to get rid of ads…I don’t want to have ads so I paid, but there shouldn’t be ads on a Kindle period,” one lamented. Another customer struggled with set-up: “I’m not very good setting things up and I could not understand what I was meant to do.”
If you fancy a change from the usual Kindle, the Kobo Sage eReader is currently on offer at Currys for £219, down from £249. For those looking for a more luxurious reading experience, the Smartech BOOX Note Air4 C e-paper tablet is available for £649.99 from Selfridges.
However, if you’re keen to snap up a Kindle Paperwhite at its cheapest ever price, make sure you take advantage of the Amazon deal before it ends.
