It works, but I wouldn’t say it’s a reason to part with more cash. While both versions of the Paperwhite feature a warm light – which turns the screen a softer, orange colour that’s ideal for bedtime reading – and a greater number of LEDs surrounding the screen for more even light, the Signature Edition goes one step further by including a light that automatically adjusts depending on your surroundings. It does remain monochrome, so might not be as good as a tablet for content such as comics and cookery books. The 6.8-inch display sits flush to the body and is incredibly sharp.
The E Ink panel is much better than OLED or LCD for reading since there’s no glare, so you can read in sunnier conditions without having to dodge the rays. That sour point aside, the Kindle has become such an important device for me mainly as a result of its display. The standby/off/lock button sits right next to the USB-C port – and, on multiple occasions, I have accidentally knocked it and turned the Kindle off.
I’m also not a fan of the position of the only button here. The only Kindle device to enjoy physical forward and back buttons is the Kindle Oasis, and that’s a device that’s difficult to recommend considering its price and current feature set. That tactile response you get from an actual clicky button is so much nicer than what you get from tapping on the edge of the touchscreen.
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The lack of any physical page-turning buttons on the Paperwhite series has always been a bugbear, and it’s the same story here. Note that the ‘X’ means it lacks any dust-resistance, so keep that in mind.įor the most part, the Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition is an attractive e-reader. I my opinion, this is vital, since it means the device can easily survive an accidental drop in a pool or bathtub. The rear sports a matte finish that adds some grip, while the front is a little glossier.Īn IPX8 rating has been a fixture of the higher-end Kindle models for a while now, and so it remains here. The Signature Edition is predominantly made of tough plastic, but it doesn’t feel cheap it’s an issue I have with Amazon’s Fire tablets, so that’s a good sign. The subtle, simple nature of the design lets you focus on the task for which the unit is for – reading, above all else – and, for me, it works. There might be a distinct lack of flashy metals and high-end finishes on display, but the Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition is nevertheless a good-looking device. The dimensions and weight also make it ideal for slinging into a bag. The Signature is big enough to make text on the display a little less cramped, while still feeling small enough to hold for extended periods in one hand. It has a bigger 6.8-inch display than the previous Paperwhite models – which might put some off, but honestly, I feel this size is ideal.
Visually, the Paperwhite Signature Edition looks exactly the same as the regular model. I’m happy that Amazon places durability ahead of anything else, but a more premium-feeling Paperwhite would have been welcome. When I first heard rumblings of Amazon doing a ‘Signature’ version of a Paperwhite reader, I hoped that branding would relate to the use of higher-end materials in its construction.
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