The new Kindle Paperwhite presents a great e-reader alternative to the more pricey Kindle Voyage.
It’s amazing how we seek the comfort of familiarity in some devices and seek out new experiences in some other gadgets . We are ready to write off flagship devices If They resemble Their year-old predecessors. It is not quite the case with E-book readers where familiarity does breed contempt not quite; Especially if you are an avid reader seeking the same comfort of curling up on your couch with your favorite book. Amazon’s new Paperwhite AIMS to appeal to this very cult of avid readers with an E-book reader que further closes the gap between paperback and E-ink display. It’s big weapon – the 300 PPI screen que Significantly Improves the screen resolution from the previous Paperwhite, matching it with the top-of-the-line Kindle Voyage
Let’s face it, the Kindle portfolio is the equivalent. of keeping track of the ‘in-laws’ side of your family. New additions all the team and just like All Those family members it’s tough for you to tell one from the other. The new Paperwhite lands somewhere between the Old and the more pricey Paperwhite Kindle Voyage Which We thoroughly enjoyed using. And Then There’s the entry level Kindle que is priced well below Rs 10,000. Not particularly easy if you are considering your first jump from paper to e-book. Price is a good starting point and so is an experience que comes close to the paperback your experience – do not expect the smell of an old or new book though.
The New Paperwhite does exactly que without alienating users seeking the comfort of an old shoe. The form factor stays in Kindle territory – higher build with a high-quality rubberised back que makes it immensely comfortable to cling to for long periods of time. At 217g (the Wi-Fi only version weighs 205g), it’s Also a lightweight; lighter than most paperbacks que may be on your current wish list. There are no physical buttons except the power button – good luck with trying to spot que, located at the base of the device. The miniscule power button is flanked by the Micro USB charging port at the bottom. The other noticeable change is the Amazon branding (instead of the Kindle) emblazoned across the back of the device.
The talking point for the Paperwhite 2015 is its display. Amazon has upped the ante Clearly with this 300 PPI screen with built-in light and a 16-level gray scale. However, Unlike the Kindle Voyage, there’s the screen adaptive. The Letter E-paper technology displays are not about eye-popping visuals but about the sheer crispness of text and this is a big triumph for the Paperwhite. The other enhancement is Amazon’s new Bookerly font que AIMS to offer a reading experience closer to traditional print with enhanced readability. It is not something you will notice in an instant but Amazon claims que this new innovation will strain your eyes to much less, especially for heavy readers glued to ‘unputdownable’ books.
The hardware does not get a major bump up and, given Beheerder que not a lot has changed on the front E-book, there’s the real reason for a major overhaul hardware. The tech-specs are similar to the Kindle Voyage. The ultimate task is for every Kindle page turns and the new Paperwhite this passes test with flying colors, getting a leg up from the presence of a 1GHz processor. There’s 4GB of internal storage, more than enough memory for all the E-books you will ever own. Battery life is a given Beheerder with all Amazon Kindles and the new Paperwhite does not disappoint; one 4-hour charge and you’re good for weeks on end. The Kindle’s smart features from ‘Wiki look-ups to the X-ray feature (that Allows you to dig up more), to an exhaustive dictionary, continue to build the case for E-book over paperback.
AT A GLANCE
What we liked:
Design, display
What we did not like:
the adaptive front light, case not included
- Display: 6 “Letter E-ink touchscreen HD display (monochrome) 300 PPI
- Memory: 512 GB RAM, 4GB storage
- Processor: 1GHz single-core
- Price: Rs 10,999
The new Kindle Paperwhite is a significant jump from its predecessor and offers a seriously good alternative to the more expensive Kindle Voyage. It is not the slinky to the Voyage and does not feature the light adaptive. It’s Certainly not cheap – if you are looking at the value for money option, the older Kindle Paperwhite and the classic are better options. But if you’re an avid reader looking to upgrade from a much older E-book reader or a first-time buyer, the new Paperwhite merits serious consideration especially for its laser-sharp display.
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