Time purchases for Kindles are back - looks like this time for all devices:
"A New Convenient Way to Pay
Make your first payment at checkout. Pay the remaining balance in four equal monthly installments.
No interest
No finance charges
No hidden fees
No credit check or application required
How it Works
To get started, click on the button below. Add any eligible Kindle e-reader or Kindle Fire tablet to your cart. At checkout, we’ll charge 20% of the device price, plus any applicable tax and shipping charges in full. The remaining balance will be automatically billed to your credit card in four equal installments every 30 days. This offer is limited to one Kindle e-reader or Kindle Fire tablet per customer."
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