Thread: Is the Kindle Paperwhite suitable for my mother?
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Old 01-06-2017, 10:16 PM   #12
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Originally Posted by skb View Post
Thanks Dr Drib. She is indeed, quite wonky.

However, I introduced her to the Kindle this morning and so far...it's all good.

As she's just about to have cataract surgery in a few days, her vision isn't up to much either. But I adjusted the brightness and the font size and she was happily reading when I left. She wasn't even overawed by the menu at the top (still, early days yet).

I am, however, investing in one of the covers that turns the device on & off when opening/closing. The button is impossible for her to see (black on black - whoever thought that was a good idea must be under 30 and/or have perfect vision).
My mom is 90 and after cataract surgery her vision is better than mine!
She nor my dad (91) have any problems with the Kindle. Yes, I do take care of putting on/taking off books, but I don't mind. I just load it up when I visit.
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