The Amazon Kindle Oasis is sold out in Canada for the 8GB and 32GB models. The soonest that they can process and deliver the product is tentatively April 5th. There is no Special Offers program in Canada, so this isn't an option. The only model that is available is the 32GB model with 4G/LTE internet access, but it is expensive, around $429.99. Everywhere else in Canada that … [Read more...] about The Kindle Oasis 3 is sold out in Canada
Kindle News
Kindle now has better dictionary support
The Kindle app for iOS now has improved dictionary lookup features, which allows you to scroll lengthy definitions without leaving your book. Many people use the dictionary on a regular basis, so it is very solid to be able to lookup a specific word or a block of text. This update is pretty well the only new feature on the 6.29 version.Amazon considers iOS to be their … [Read more...] about Kindle now has better dictionary support
You can now buy a refurbished Kindle Oasis 3
Amazon is out of stock of new Kindle Oasis 3 e-readers for the next 6-8 weeks, but the company just unveiled refurbished models for the very first time. You can save $40 or more from buying it new, if you want to buy a refurb unit and live in the United States.The Kindle Oasis 3 comes in two colors, black and champagne gold You can pick up the 8GB WIFI model for $209 or the … [Read more...] about You can now buy a refurbished Kindle Oasis 3
Amazon is now selling Kindle e-readers in the Netherlands
Amazon has just opened up a fully functional store in the Netherlands, where they are selling Kindle e-readers, print books, along with goods and food items. Amazon initially launched a Netherlands store back in 2014, but only sold ebooks and distributed Prime video. Customers who wanted to buy a Kindle, had to get it somewhere else. People who bought Kindle books, and didn't … [Read more...] about Amazon is now selling Kindle e-readers in the Netherlands
Kindle Oasis out of stock due to the Coronavirus
Amazon does business with Foxconn to manufacture their Kindle line of e-readers and this company is operating at around 12% of capacity due to the coronavirus. The first Kindle to have an extended delay of availability is the Kindle Oasis 3. This e-reader is out of stock on almost all models for the next 6-8 weeks. Even the international version of the Oasis 3 is also out of … [Read more...] about Kindle Oasis out of stock due to the Coronavirus
Amazon 5.12.4 update is causing trouble on some Kindle e-readers
A couple of weeks ago Amazon released a new firmware update that would introduce a slew of new features in the coming weeks. It looks like this file is causing problems for some people who have older Kindles. The library view and home screen have disappeared, the only way to fix this issue is to deregister it or do a complete factory reset, although this option will warrant … [Read more...] about Amazon 5.12.4 update is causing trouble on some Kindle e-readers
You can now read Kindle Books on the new Microsoft Edge Browser
Microsoft revamped their Edge browser a couple months ago and is built upon the open-source Chromium project, just like Google Chrome and Opera. This is the next generation browser from Microsoft and has been pushed to almost every Windows 10 enabled PC and Surface Go tablet. If you want to read Kindle books on Edge, there is a feature you need to know about, the Kindle Cloud … [Read more...] about You can now read Kindle Books on the new Microsoft Edge Browser
Now is a good time to buy a Kindle
Amazon normally discounts the Kindle e-readers every few months, which punishes people who pay full price. Today, the online retailer has brought the entry level Kindle Basic and Kindle Paperwhite 4 to Black Friday prices, if you are looking to pick one up, now is the time.The Kindle Basic has been discounted to $59.99, which provides a $30 savings. The Kindle Paperwhite 4 … [Read more...] about Now is a good time to buy a Kindle
Amazon Introduces Reading Ruler for the Kindle
Amazon has just unveiled a couple of new enhancements for the Kindle app for iOS. The reading ruler will underline an entire body of text on a line by line basis. When reading in continuous scroll, use a vertical navigation bar to explore your book without losing your place. Also, one new feature borrowed from the Kindle e-reader, is that there are all sorts of new … [Read more...] about Amazon Introduces Reading Ruler for the Kindle
The entire timeline of the Amazon Kindle E-Reader
The Amazon Kindle e-reader is the most popular brand of all time. People unfamiliar with e-readers in general have all heard about the Kindle and that it can read ebooks. The first generation Kindle basically kick started the entire ebook revolution and inspired other companies like Barnes and Noble and Kobo to enter the fray with their own product offerings. Today, we would … [Read more...] about The entire timeline of the Amazon Kindle E-Reader
Amazon Kindle to include more options in the font menu
Amazon has announced that the Kindle will receive a new firmware update, that will give users new features in the font menu system. Version 5.12.4 is available now, but the new features will not be fully implemented for a couple of weeks. The big selling point behind this update is that it now makes it easier to access all font, layout and reading options without leaving your … [Read more...] about Amazon Kindle to include more options in the font menu
The Kindle Paperwhite 4 is on sale for a limited time
Amazon runs discounts on almost a monthly basis for one e-reader or another. The company has just slashed $35 off the regular price of $130 and you can pick one up for $94. The big selling points is that it has a 300 PPI screen and is waterproof. Meanwhile, the new entry-level Kindle, which features an integrated light and a high resolution display, is also being discounted. It … [Read more...] about The Kindle Paperwhite 4 is on sale for a limited time
