Yes, the first generation Paperwhite is now subject to an OTA update to the dreaded 5.6.x series firmware.
See:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/help/custom...deId=201064850
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Originally Posted by Amazon.com
We have a new, free software update available for your Kindle Paperwhite 1st Generation.
This update automatically downloads and installs on your Kindle Paperwhite when connected wirelessly;
However, you can also manually download the software and transfer the update to your device via USB cable.
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Reported by: oumlaut
Who also reported that the 'bridge' did not appear to have worked.
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*) Disable your wireless (put in airplane mode) ;
*) Install the Backdoor lock and lock it ;
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DO THIS NOW!
Keep it locked and/or in airplane mode until the PW-1 jailbreak can be confirmed (by Niluje) as able to survive the update to 5.6.x on a
PW-1 !