📚 Elevate your escape—read faster, longer, and anywhere with Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition!
The Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (12th Gen) features a 7” high-contrast display with 25% faster page turns, 32GB of storage for thousands of books, and an auto-adjusting front light for optimal reading in any environment. Its ultra-thin, waterproof design supports wireless charging and offers up to 12 weeks of battery life, making it the ultimate travel-ready e-reader for uninterrupted, distraction-free reading.
Display | Amazon's 7” Paperwhite display technology with built-in front light, 300 ppi, optimized font technology, 16-level gray scale. |
Size | 5” x 7” x 0.3” (127.6 x 176.7 x 7.8 mm) |
Weight | 7.5 oz (214g). Actual size and weight may vary by configuration and manufacturing process. |
System Requirements | None; fully wireless and doesn't require a computer to download content. |
On-Device Storage | 32 GB; holds thousands of books. |
Cloud Storage | Free cloud storage for all Amazon content. |
Battery Life | A single charge lasts up to twelve (12) weeks, based on a half hour of reading per day with wireless off and the light setting at 13. Battery life may vary depending on use. Audible audiobook streaming over Bluetooth will reduce battery life. |
Charge Time | Fully charges in less than 2.5 hours with a 9W USB power adapter. |
Wi-Fi Connectivity | Supports 2.4 GHz and 5.0 GHz networks with support for WEP, WPA, WPA2, WPA3, and OWE security using password authentication or Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS). Does not support connecting to ad-hoc (or peer-to-peer) wifi networks. |
Accessibility Features | VoiceView screen reader, available over Bluetooth audio, provides spoken feedback allowing you to navigate your device and read books with text-to-speech (available in English only). Kindle Paperwhite also includes the ability to dark mode adjust font size, font face, line spacing, and margins. Learn more about Accessibility for Kindle. |
Content Formats Supported | Kindle Format 8 (AZW3), Kindle (AZW), TXT, PDF, unprotected MOBI, PRC natively; PDF, DOCX, DOC, HTML, EPUB, TXT, RTF, JPEG, GIF, PNG, BMP through conversion; Audible audio format (AAX). Learn more about supported file types for personal documents. |
Documentation | Learn more about Kindle devices with our Quick Start Guide and Kindle User Guide. |
Warranty and Service | 1-year limited warranty and service included. Optional 1-year, 2-year or 3-year. Extended Warranty available for U.S customers sold separately. Use of Kindle is subject to the terms found here. |
Included in the Box | Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition, USB-C charging cable and Quick Start Guide. |
Waterproofing | Waterproof (IPX8), tested to withstand immersion in 2 meters of fresh water for 60 minutes. Learn more about the waterproof Kindle Paperwhite. |
Available Colors | Metallic Black, Metallic Raspberry, and Metallic Jade |
Generation | Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (12th Generation) - 2024 release. |
Software Security Updates | This device receives guaranteed software security updates until at least four years after the device is last available for purchase as a new unit on our websites. Learn more about these software security updates. If you already own a Kindle, visit Manage Your Content and Devices for information specific to your device. |
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10th to 12th gen upgrade
Comparing this 12th gen signature to my previous 10th gen paperwhite.The blacks are ever so slightly darker, the resolution is better (the difference in definition is slight but you can tell the text is less fuzzy).The auto-brightness is a nice feature but I may turn it off. The warmth is a welcome addition. I know a lot of people have complained about the screen being warmer than their old paperwhite even with the warmth setting off, but it makes the screen more like a regular book. Go open a few real books and you’ll notice that the paper tends to lean on the warm side. Only certain types of books are printed on bright white paper (textbooks, cookbooks, art books, etc). I read novels for the most part so I enjoy the warmth.Now what I did not know what a feature on the signature is that they have recently added the ability to double-tap on the back or sides of the kindle to turn a page or advance in a scrollable page. This is not the physical page-turn button I wanted, but it’s so much better than having to tap the screen all the time! I wish there was an easy way to go to a previous page, so far it only lets you advance to the next. Also I will sometimes accidentally tap and advance the page while not meaning to. This feature can be turned off in settings.The page turn, ability to type, bring up the dictionary, and scroll on the Home Screen are all MUCH faster than the 10th gen. It’s night and day, really. I performed the same tasks on both kindles and the 12th gen is the clear winner on all tasks.The only issue I have is with Amazon calling the color jade. I’m not sure in what world they live in, but this color is nowhere near jade. It’s teal. It’s easy to argue about color names, but if the name of the color is drawn from real world examples (like a jade stone) then the color should accurately match the name. It’s a pretty blue-green, but I could google “jade color” and go through many pages of results before I got anything close to this color. If you google “teal color” then this is the color that shows up on most of the result pages. I get that “metallic jade” sounds much better than “metallic teal”, just make it jade instead?Overall, I recommend the upgrade just for the speed of the page turn. It makes a big difference in the user experience.
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A Game-Changer for Book Lovers – The Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition is Worth Every Penny! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
I purchased the Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition a few months ago, and it has completely upped my reading game! As someone who loves to read both indoors and outdoors, I was amazed at how easy it is to read outside in bright sunlight or while relaxing in the bath, thanks to the anti-glare screen. Plus, it’s lightweight and slim enough to fit in my purse, so I can take it with me anywhere—whether it's to the coffee shop, on a trip, or just on the go.The battery life is incredible—I can read for days without needing to recharge, which is a huge plus. I also love how the Kindle Paperwhite works seamlessly with Kindle Unlimited. I've been able to breeze through 21 books in just 2 months, and the amount of money I’ve saved is unbelievable. Out of those 21 books, I only had to purchase one, thanks to the vast selection available on Kindle Unlimited!At first, I was a bit worried I would miss the feel of a traditional paper book, but after using the Kindle Paperwhite, I will never go back. The experience is just so much more convenient and efficient, and the screen feels so natural, I forget I’m reading on a device at all.In fact, 3 of my friends were so impressed after trying mine, they’ve all purchased their own Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition. They all agree—it’s a total game-changer for readers.If you’re a book lover and you haven’t made the switch yet, I highly recommend this Kindle. It’s the perfect e-reader for anyone who wants to read comfortably anywhere and save money in the process!
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I Wasn’t a Book Person—Now I Take My Kindle Everywhere
I used to dread the idea of getting a Kindle, mostly because of the price—but honestly, it was so worth it. I’m beyond glad I finally got one. Now I take it with me everywhere: to work, the gym, class, camping trips, long drives, even family dinners. Literally everywhere.And here’s the crazy part—I was never a book person. I hated seeing how long or thick books were, and the thought of carrying them around just to maybe read a few pages was overwhelming. It totally turned me off from reading.Now? I’ve been reading everything. So far I’ve finished 26 books, anywhere from 200 to 600 pages each. I never thought I’d be someone who says, “I love to read,” but here we are—and I mean it.And the best part? This little device lasts for weeks on a single charge. That alone makes me love it even more.
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