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Why does your Kindle even have Bluetooth?
This article questions the utility of Bluetooth functionality on Kindle e-readers. It suggests that the feature is largely unnecessary for the core reading experience and speculates on its limited practical applications.
Amazon raises prices on hardware products like Kindles & Fire TV by as much as 60%
Amazon has increased prices on several hardware products, including Kindle, Fire TV, and Echo Dot, by up to 60%. The company cited ongoing memory component shortages as the primary reason for the price hikes. This move comes as Amazon invests heavily in artificial intelligence, which may be contributing to increased demand and costs for memory components.
Amazon devices are the latest casualties of the memory shortage price hikes
Amazon is increasing prices for its devices, including the Echo and Kindle, due to ongoing memory shortages. This impacts the cost of various Amazon hardware products.
I'm running out of room in my house for all my books, and these Prime Day Kindle deals are starting to look awfully…
The author, GamesRadar's Managing Editor for news, discusses the growing temptation of Prime Day Kindle deals due to a lack of physical space for their extensive book collection. While preferring physical books, they acknowledge the convenience of e-readers for travel and reference, highlighting the availability of various Kindle models and bundles during the sale.
Kindle deals this Prime Day are all about the bundles, which is great for big readers like me
Amazon's Prime Day features significant deals on Kindle e-readers, with bundles offering the best value by including accessories like cases and chargers. While individual units are discounted, the bundled offers provide greater savings for customers. These deals are available until June 26th and typically require a Prime membership.
Sunday Mobilization
Google has confirmed a timeline for Android verification, which will impact supported app stores. Additionally, Amazon's Kindle platform has introduced new personalization options for its screensaver feature.
How to personalize the screensaver on your Kindle
This guide explains how to personalize the screensaver on a Kindle device. It covers options for removing lock screen ads and toggling book covers to customize the display.
Your Kindle could unlock thousands of free books: These are the best places to find them
This guide details how to find thousands of free books for Amazon's Kindle e-reader. It focuses on resources and methods for accessing free ebooks, catering to budget-conscious readers.
The best Kindle alternatives for those looking to ditch Amazon
This article discusses alternatives to Amazon's Kindle e-reader for users seeking to move away from the Amazon ecosystem or avoid subscription services like Kindle Unlimited. Several viable options are presented for consumers looking for different e-reading devices.
Evening Mobilization
This article discusses methods to bypass Amazon's ecosystem for Kindle devices, suggesting that users do not need to resort to hacking. It also touches upon potential issues with iPhone keyboards and how to resolve them.
Amazon is cutting off support for older Kindles
Amazon is discontinuing support for Kindle e-readers and Fire tablets released in 2012 or earlier, starting May 20, 2026. Affected devices will lose the ability to purchase, borrow, or download new content, and factory resets will render them unusable. Amazon is offering discounts on newer Kindle models to encourage upgrades.