Amazon has unveiled the lightest and smallest Kindle eReader ever with an improved 6-inch high resolution glare free display.
Priced at $179, the new Kindle has a 300ppi high resolution 6-inch display which packs in three times more pixels than the previous generation for laser sharp text and sharper images that look and read just like paper.
The new kindle also has USB-C charging and even longer battery life that will run for up to an impressive six weeks.
There is 16GB memory on board the device – twice as much storage as the previous model – and that’s enough room store thousands of books.
It now comes with Dark Mode so you can have white type on a black background.
The Kindle has an adjustable front light so users can comfortably read their book in all kinds of lighting conditions including direct bright sunlight or even in the dark.
“The beauty of Kindle is its simplicity as a dedicated device for distraction-free reading; tune out messages, emails and social media and get lost in your story,” said Patrick Walker, Country Manager for Amazon Devices, ANZ.
“With a high-resolution display that delivers three times more pixels than our previous base Kindle, USB-C charging, 16GB of storage, and built-in adjustable front light, the new ultralight Kindle is the latest example of how we continue to bring premium features to our entry-level devices for even more customers to enjoy.”
The Kindle is made from 75 per cent recycled plastics and contains 90 per cent recycled magnesium.
And, of course, the Kindle is also your gateway to the world’s biggest e-book store where customers can discover millions of books including all the latest best sellers.
Customers who are new to the Kindle will also receive a three-month kindle unlimited membership which gives them access to more than a million titles to read on the device.
The Kindle is available in black or denim and is priced at $179. Customers can pre-order today with shipping to begin on October 12.
There are also has new fabric Kindle covers in black, rose, denim and dark emerald which are $49.95 each.