The Amazon Kindle is a 2016 6-inch e-reader praised for its slim and lightweight design, high contrast display, long battery life, and affordable price. Users enjoyed the reserved un-intrusive design that is comfortable to hold even while laying down, and the glare-free screen that offers excellent outdoor visibility. It features the same great e-ink display that reads like text on real paper found on more expensive models, with a great battery life to match as well. The Amazon Kindle is a basic e-reader, nothing more, nothing less; it performs its primary task like a champ, offering up an excellent reading experience that rivals more expensive e-readers.
Pros
- Affordable
- Long battery life
- Same performance as more expensive e-readers
Cons
- Non-backlit screen
Bottom Line
The Kindle is a great basic e-reader that offers a great reading experience at an affordable price.
- Weight: 0.35 lbs
- Display Size: 6 inch
- RAM: e-ink display
- Operating System: Fire OS 5
- Battery Life: 36 hours
Critic Reviews
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PCMag July 11, 2016
At $79.99, Amazon's latest entry-level Kindle is the best option for budget ebook readers, but you'll need to add a book light for nighttime reading.
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CNet.com July 28, 2016
While the 2016 Kindle isn't a huge improvement over its predecessor, it's a perfectly good e-reader with a clearly improved design and a big upgrade for the visually impaired.
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Full Specifications
| RAM | e-ink display |
|---|---|
| Operating System | Amazon Fire OS 5 |
| Weight | 0.35 lbs |
| Battery Life | 36 hours |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi | Bluetooth |microUSB |
| Internal Storage | 4GB |
| Removable Memory | SD card reader |
| Display Size | 6 inch |
| Display Resolution | 167 ppi |
| Display Technology | E Ink Pearl |
| Additional Features | SD card reader |
| Dimension (LxWxH) | 6.3 x 4.5 x 0.36 |
| Warranty | 1-year limited warranty and service |