Amazon announces new budget £69.99 Kindle e-reader
Amazon has announced a new version of its entry-level Kindle, the first of its e-readers under £100 to come with a front light for reading in different light conditions.
The new Kindle, which the technology giant confirmed will cost £69.99, will also feature e-ink technology that Amazon says improves contrast on the screen.
The introduction of an adjustable front light to the six-inch display will make it easier to use indoors at night under low light conditions, or outside in direct sunlight, Amazon said.
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Eric Saarnio, Amazon’s head of devices in Europe, said: “Customers consistently tell us how much they appreciate having a front light on Kindle devices so they can read in any environment – even in bed at night.
“The team worked hard to bring this customer-favourite feature to our most affordable device, and we’re excited to introduce the all-new Kindle – the first Kindle under £100 with a built-in adjustable front light.”
Amazon also said the new Kindle will come with battery life that lasts “weeks, not hours”, and new software features including one which will automatically mark a book in a user’s library as read when they finish it.
Popular existing Kindle features including Audible audiobook sync, Whispersync for reading across devices and X-Ray background information pop-ups are also included.
The Kindle is the entry-level version of the firm’s e-reader line-up, which also includes the Kindle Paperwhite and the high-end Kindle Oasis.