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Here are the best Kindle deals right now

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8 months agoon

When it comes to finding a device to use to read your ebooks, you have a few options to choose from. You can always buy a tablet or use your smartphone, but those devices are multipurpose and can be used for a ton of things, like surfing the web or doom-scrolling on Twitter. If you are looking for something to strictly read books, e-readers, while niche, are designed to store all of your books in a virtual library with limited functionality.
Amazon, one of the pioneers of the e-reader, has dominated the space for years with its Kindle lineup, which consists of several unique models with their own pros and cons.
Below, we’ve listed each model currently available. Sometimes, there isn’t a deal for one or any of the products — which is the case here, given the recency of Amazon Prime Day — but we’ve mentioned the most recent sale price in those instances. Also, keep in mind that Amazon offers 20 percent off all of its Kindles when you trade in select devices, so there are still other ways to save money when none of the models are available at a discount.
The 10th-gen Kindle is Amazon’s most affordable e-reader, and as such, it usually retails for $89.99. Released in 2019, the base Kindle includes a front light, 8GB of storage, and comes with or without ad support. Also, despite including the same 167ppi resolution as its predecessors, the latest model features a slightly higher contrast than earlier models.
The 10th-gen Kindle normally starts at $89.99 with ads, though, we did recently see it on sale for as low as $44.99 during Prime Day. Those sales have ended, however, and the e-reader is only available at Amazon, Target, and Best Buy right now for its full retail price. The same thing goes for the model without ads, which is available on Amazon for $109.99.
If you are looking for a discount, the latter retailer is selling the ad-supported e-reader in either black or white with a power adapter and one of four fabric colors for $124.97 ($15 off). Note, however, that if you buy either Kindle model at Amazon, you’ll also receive three months of Kindle Unlimited at no additional cost.
Amazon Kindle (2019)
Amazon’s most affordable e-reader that now includes a front light for the display. The tablet also offers support for Bluetooth headphones and is a little more comfortable to hold than its predecessor.

Kindle Essentials Bundle (2019)
Amazon’s apt-titled Kindle Essentials Bundle includes the ad-supported base Kindle, as well as a power adapter and either a red, black, blue, or white cover.
The entry-level Kindle and Oasis models were not the only ones that received a refresh in 2019. Amazon also released the Kindle Kids, which comes with a handful of accessories and provides age-appropriate content for younger readers who prefer digital books for $109.99 ($20 more than the base Kindle at standard MSRP).
The Kindle Kids Edition consists of four items: the device, a case, a two-year extended replacement guarantee (in the event the device breaks), and one year of Amazon Kids Plus service. The latter is the biggest selling point of the device aside from the kid-friendly patterns, as it allows parents to grant their kids access to a digital library of kid-friendly books like Percy Jackson and the entire Harry Potter series at no additional cost.
On the deals front, we recently saw the Kindle Kids drop to a mere $49.99 at Amazon as part of the retailer’s two-day Prime Day promotion. Right now, however, you can only purchase the kid-friendly model at Amazon and Best Buy for $109.99, its full retail price.

Kindle Kids (2019)
Amazon’s kid-friendly bundle, which includes a Kindle, one of four cases, a one-year membership to Amazon Kids Plus, and a two-year extended warranty.
Amazon’s latest Kindle Paperwhite is its 11th-gen model, which comes with USB-C support, longer battery life, and a larger, 6.8-inch display. Given the e-reader launched just last year, however, we haven’t seen a ton of steep discounts yet. Thankfully, you can still pick up the last-gen model, which is frequently available for far less than the standard retail price.
The 2021 Kindle Paperwhite comes in three main configurations: an 8GB model with ads for $139.99, an 8GB model without ads for $159.99, and a 32GB, ad-free Signature Edition for $189.99. The latter is identical to the standard Paperwhite, except it also features Qi wireless charging and a sensor that will automatically adjust the backlight when needed. Amazon has also rolled out a Kindle Paperwhite Kids Edition for $159.99, which comes bundled with a kid-friendly cover, a two-year extended replacement guarantee, and a year of Amazon Kids Plus, much like the aforementioned Kindle Kids. All 2021 models are also similar to the 2018 model in that they feature a waterproof design and Audible audiobook support.
Although we recently saw the ad-supported Kindle Paperwhite drop to $94.99 for Amazon Prime members, it’s currently only available at Amazon, Best Buy, and Target starting at $139.99, its full retail price. If you buy the e-reader at Amazon, however, you’ll also receive three months of Kindle Unlimited at no additional cost.

Kindle Paperwhite (2021)
Amazon’s new Kindle Paperwhite has a 6.8-inch, E Ink display with adjustable color temperature for nighttime reading. It also boasts a faster processor, additional battery life, IPX8 waterproofing, and — finally — a USB-C port.
Amazon also offers the 2021 Paperwhite as part of a bundle that includes a power adapter and your choice of a fabric cover for $189.97 (with delayed shipping), a leather cover for $179.97, or a “cork” cover for $189.97, all three of which are $20 off. The 32GB, ad-free Signature Edition is on sale at Amazon for $249.97 ($20 off) as part of a discounted bundle, too, which includes a cork cover and a wireless charging dock.

Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition Bundle
The premium Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition offers the same design and performance as the new base model, but with more storage, an automatic light sensor, and Qi wireless charging. Amazon’s current bundle, highlighted here, also comes with a wireless charging dock and a cork case.
Unfortunately, if you’re looking for the Kindle Paperwhite Kids Edition, it’s only available at Best Buy and Amazon right now for $159.99, its standard retail price. The latter retailer is also only offering the e-reader with delayed shipping, at least in some configurations.

Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Kids (2021)
Amazon’s kid-friendly Paperwhite is the same as the new base model, but it’s ad-free and comes with the added benefits of a two-year hardware protection plan, one year of Amazon Kids Plus, and a choice of three kid-friendly covers.
While there currently are no significant deals happening on the 2021 Kindle Paperwhite — save for the slight break on the various bundles — retailers like Amazon and Best Buy often lower the price of the last-gen model during major shopping holidays and bigger sales events, including Black Friday and Amazon Prime Day.
Sadly, despite having been on sale for as low as $69.99 in the run-up to Prime Day, the 2018 e-reader is currently only available at Amazon in the 32GB, ad-supported configuration for $159.99, the slate’s full retail price.

2018 Kindle Paperwhite (with ads)
The 10th-generation Kindle Paperwhite is waterproof and includes a better display and improved battery life than the previous iteration.
The Kindle Oasis is the most expensive of the lineup, starting at $250. The device comes in two storage configurations, 8GB or 32GB, and like the other models, you can get it with or without ads on the lock screen.
The 2019 Kindle Oasis looks very similar to the previous model. It retains its waterproof, 7-inch, 300ppi E Ink display and supports Audible audiobooks via Bluetooth. However, unlike previous models, it can adjust the color temperature to a yellow-toned display, making it easier to read at night.
In the past, we’ve seen the 8GB Kindle Oasis drop to as low as $174.99, which remains the lowest price for the standalone configuration to date. While there are currently no deals on just the Oasis itself, configurations start at $249.99 at Amazon and include three free months of Kindle Unlimited. The 8GB, ad-supported Oasis is $249.99 and the one without ads is $269.99. If you need more storage, the 32GB version is $279.99 with ads or $299.99 without. Best Buy is also selling the ad-supported model starting at $249.99.
If you’re looking for a deal, the Kindle Oasis Essentials Bundle is currently on sale in select configurations at Amazon for $30 off its normal list price. Right now, you can get either the 8GB, ad-supported configuration for as low as $279.97 or the 32GB variant starting at $309.97, both of which come with a power adapter and either a fabric or leather cover.

Kindle Oasis (8GB)
Amazon’s premium e-reader now includes a warmer display, making it easier to read at night or in various lighting conditions. It’s also IPX8 waterproof, like the Paperwhite.

Kindle Oasis Essentials Bundle (with ads)
Amazon’s third-gen Oasis includes IPX8 water resistance and a warmer display, which makes it easier to read at night or in various lighting conditions. The discounted Essentials Bundle comes packaged with a cover, a power adapter, and three months of Kindle Unlimited.
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She Worked for Twitter. Then She Tweeted at Elon Musk.

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3 months agoon
December 23, 2022
Early in November, Twitter’s roughly 7,500 employees received a terse email from a generic address: “In an effort to place Twitter on a healthy path, we will go through the difficult process of reducing our global work force.” The note was signed “Twitter.” On Nov. 3, some people at the company received emails indicating they would be laid off the next day.
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Many employees learned of Mr. Musk’s priorities by watching his Twitter feed, where he posted frequently about company business to his more than 100 million followers. On Nov. 5, he complained about the platform’s search function: “Search within Twitter reminds me of Infoseek in ’98! That will also get a lot better pronto,” he wrote. That same day, he tweeted: “Twitter will soon add ability to attach long-form text to tweets, ending absurdity of notepad screenshots.”
That was more than Ms. Solomon and many of her colleagues had heard internally. “Radio silence,” she said. She began to vent her frustration on Twitter.
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The new iOS 16.2 Home app architecture upgrade has disappeared

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December 23, 2022
Apple has removed the option to upgrade to the new HomeKit architecture on devices running iOS 16.2. The change follows multiple reports of issues and problems with the Home app after the upgrade was installed.
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“We are aware of an issue that may impact the ability for users to share the Home within the Home app. A fix will be available soon. In the meantime, we’ve temporarily removed the option to upgrade to the new Home architecture. Users who have already upgraded will not be impacted.“
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The update has caused issues with missing devices and adding multiple users for some
Reddit users who downloaded the optional upgrade prior to its removal have reported issues such as the app booting other members from a Home account and being unable to re-add them. Users on the MacRumors forum have reported being unable to invite users to share the Home, HomeKit devices being stuck displaying an “updating” status, and some accessories vanishing from the Home app entirely. Users who have already upgraded are unable to revert to the previous version of the app.
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