Overview

Lose yourself in a book—wherever, whenever
Kindle Paperwhite is thin, lightweight, and travels easily so you can enjoy your favourite books at any time. With our signature 300 ppi glare-free Paperwhite display—now 10% brighter at its max setting—you can read in any light. And now, a single battery charge via USB-C lasts up to 10 weeks. Battery life may vary depending on use.

Make a splash
With the waterproof Kindle Paperwhite, you’re free to read and relax in more places—from the beach to the bath. Kindle Paperwhite is IPX8 rated to protect against accidental immersion in up to two metres of fresh water for up to 60 minutes, and up to 0.25 metres of seawater for up to 3 minutes. Learn more about waterproof features.

Goes beyond a book
Now you can adjust the shade of your Kindle Paperwhite display from a white light to a warm amber, or schedule when the light changes for a personalised reading experience. You can also adjust the size and boldness of text for whatever suits you best.

Your reading experience, reimagined
Enjoy a new, intuitive, and easier Kindle reading experience with the latest software update. Now with easier access to your device Settings and a new bottom navigation to easily switch between Home, Library, or the book you are currently reading. Plus, an alternative fast setup experience using the Kindle app on your phone.

Key Features

All-new Kindle Paperwhite – Now with a 6.8” display and thinner borders, adjustable warm light, up to 10 weeks of battery life, and 20% faster page turns

Purpose-built for reading – With a flush-front design and 300 ppi glare-free display that reads like real paper, even in bright sunlight

More books in more places – Store thousands of titles, then take them all with you. A single charge via USB-C lasts weeks, not hours

Easy on the eyes – Now with adjustable warm light to shift screen shade from white to amber

Waterproof reading – Built to withstand accidental immersion in water, so you’re good from the beach to the bath

Find new stories – With Kindle Unlimited, get unlimited access to over 1 million titles**