Amazon announce 6.8" Paperwhite Kindles

[Quoth]

Originally Posted by 93terp

Under the "Pre-Order Now" button, there's a link to the Return Policy, which states "This item is non-returnable, but if the item arrives damaged or defective, you may request a refund or replacement." Is this new??? Seems like in the past you could always return it for any reason within 2-4 weeks of delivery.

The EU (and still UK) has distance selling regulations. Maybe Amazon can do that in the USA, but not UK, EU and some other places.

Also if it fails due to maker's defect in two years SOGA and similar means refund, repair or replace at Amazon's cost inc shipping. They are STILL trying to sell 2nd year warranties on some European sites. Apple was prosecuted in Italy for it. Currys and Argos in Ireland & UK try to sell warranties, they are really insurance schemes and the first 2 to 6 years are SOGA warranties with the retailer anyway (duration depends on product).

[binaryhermit]

Originally Posted by JSWolf

Dump USB and say goodbye to side loading.

Experimental browser to download from a Calibre server? *shudder*

Originally Posted by rcentros

I guess the circuitry to enable wireless charging accounts for the slightly higher weight.

Ambient light sensor as well. Perhaps some other HW feature not yet enabled or advertised because the SW isn't ready. But probably not the last one.

[Barty]

So, when will this go on sale? J/K

I look forward to the reviews. The only thing I care about is how the screen looks

[Calenorn]

How can it be a Paperwhite with that warm yellow light?

[binaryhermit]

I'd guess it's because the "Paperwhite" brand has a certain mind share.

Also, I believe Amazon advertises the Oasis 3 as having a 7" 300 PPI "Paperwhite screen"

But I'm kinda glad that I'm not the only one kinda wondering that...

[Calenorn]

I mean, a "Kindle" comes with one of those lithium batteries, so that sort of fits.

Swell... fizz... BOOM!!!

[binaryhermit]

Have there been any reports of a Kindle exploding Galaxy Note 7 style?

[Calenorn]

Not that I've heard. Just kidding.

[Gotadimple]

If you can deal with a 6" display, 8GB storage (32gb option), waterproof for 60 minutes in 6' of water, and half the battery life (6weeks vs. 12 weeks), voice view screen reader through Bluetooth, and experimental web browser, you can buy the PW 10th generation (issued 2018) for $79.99. So???? BTW 10th generation gets 4 years of security releases after the last new unit is sold. Seeing only small changes - except if you need the Signature version.

[JSWolf]

Originally Posted by Gotadimple

If you can deal with a 6" display, 8GB storage (32gb option), waterproof for 60 minutes in 6' of water, and half the battery life (6weeks vs. 12 weeks), voice view screen reader through Bluetooth, and experimental web browser, you can buy the PW 10th generation (issued 2018) for $79.99. So???? BTW 10th generation gets 4 years of security releases after the last new unit is sold. Seeing only small changes - except if you need the Signature version.

The PW4 is rubbish. The screen is fuzzier then the PW3. Also, if the choice is between a 6" screen and a 6.8" screen, go for the 6.8" screen s it's a much better reading experience. And hopefully, Amazon has fixed the screen clarity issue the PW4 has.

I have a Kobo Aura H2O with a 6.8" screen and I would not go back to a 6" screen.

[koboy]

Originally Posted by JSWolf

The PW4 is rubbish. The screen is fuzzier then the PW3. Also, if the choice is between a 6" screen and a 6.8" screen, go for the 6.8" screen s it's a much better reading experience. And hopefully, Amazon has fixed the screen clarity issue the PW4 has.

I have a Kobo Aura H2O with a 6.8" screen and I would not go back to a 6" screen.

i wouldn't go from a 6" to a 6.8. which goes to show each to their own

best wishes koboy

[chilady1]

Excited about this new device - sounds awesome. I will not go back to Kindle until they get their interface together. I know with this new device they have update the UI but I still feel they have more work to do in this space. I look forward to seeing everyone's reviews about the new device but sticking with iPad mini using Maple Read for now. Good Luck all!

[ottdmk]

This is a major shot at Kobo in Canada. The Signature Edition is 32 GB of Storage for $210 CDN... compared to $350 for a Forma 32 GB edition. The 8 GB PW is $150, whereas the (slightly larger, with page buttons) Libra H2O is $200.

No way I'll be joining the Kindle ecosystem at this point, but it'll be interesting to see how Kobo responds...

[Uncle Robin]

Originally Posted by ottdmk

it'll be interesting to see how Kobo responds...

This is my interest too. Kobo has staked its own USP with the Elipsa, going where Kindle has not, but now it has a new challenge to meet in the core reader market, as opposed to the notetaker niche. A "fixed" Forma with a SD card capacity (making onboard storage size less relevant) would be a great reply imo.

[JSWolf]

Originally Posted by ottdmk

This is a major shot at Kobo in Canada. The Signature Edition is 32 GB of Storage for $210 CDN... compared to $350 for a Forma 32 GB edition. The 8 GB PW is $150, whereas the (slightly larger, with page buttons) Libra H2O is $200.

No way I'll be joining the Kindle ecosystem at this point, but it'll be interesting to see how Kobo responds...

But, there are major differences. The Forma is 8" with a plastic backed screen for less chance of damaging the screen. Think of it like the iPad Mini and the iPad.