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Amazon Redesigns Kindle Lineup with Flush-Front Display and Thinner, Lighter Bodies
Key points
- Kindle redesign removes raised bezel for flush-front display.
- New models are thinner and lighter, improving portability.
- Capacitive touch technology creates a "dead zone" for finger rests.
- Page turn speed is 30% faster on the new display.
Kindle Redesign Focuses on Flush-Front Display
Amazon has introduced a significant physical redesign for its Kindle e-readers, centered on eliminating the raised bezel around the display. This change results in a cleaner, more integrated appearance across the device lineup.
Addressing Accidental Touches with New Technology
The removal of the raised bezel could lead to accidental screen touches. To counter this, Amazon is implementing capacitive touch technology and haptics to create a "dead zone." This system detects where a user's finger is resting while gripping the device and adjusts the touch-sensitive area accordingly, preventing unintended page turns or commands.
Thinner, Lighter, and Faster Performance
The standard six-inch Kindle is now 6.8 millimeters thick and weighs 140 grams, making it thinner and lighter than its predecessor. Amazon states the new display also offers 30% faster page turns. The redesign extends to the Kindle Paperwhite and Kindle Colorsoft, which also adopt the thinner, lighter, flush-front design.
Pricing and Availability
The new standard Kindle starts at $149.99. The standard Paperwhite with 16GB of storage costs $199.99, while a 32GB Signature Edition is priced at $249.99. New color options are available across the lineup, including Ube, Alpine Sky, Seaglass Green, Graphite, and Fig, with an aluminum-backed version also offered for the first time.
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Amazon has redesigned its Kindle e-readers, removing the raised bezel for a flush-front display and making devices thinner and lighter. This change aims to create a more seamless look and improve portability, while new capacitive touch technology prevents accidental screen interactions.