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Amazon Revamps E-Reader

New Kindle Aims to Solve Annoying Problem

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October 2, 2026, 2:00 pm | Read time: 3 minutes

Amazon has extensively revamped its Kindle family. The new e-readers are not only thinner and lighter but also change a detail that has concerned users for years.

With the new Kindle generation 2026, Amazon is saying goodbye to a number of familiar design features. The company has redesigned Kindle, Kindle Paperwhite, and Kindle Colorsoft with an updated display structure. All models feature a flush front, making the devices slimmer and giving them a more modern appearance.

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There are also changes in colors. The casing tones now extend from the front to the back. Depending on the model, options include graphite, alpine blue, sea glass green, ube, and for the first time, fig. According to Amazon, the new devices are also lighter than their predecessors.

A Small Button Moves to a New Location

Particularly interesting is a change in the regular Kindle. The power button is no longer located at the bottom of the device but on the back. This addresses a point many users criticized in earlier Kindle models. When holding or resting the reader, the button could be accidentally pressed.

Close-up of a violet Amazon Kindle e-reader against a light background. Visible are the top right corner of the device, a side button, and part of the E-Ink display. The screen shows German text highlighted in several places with blue, pink, and yellow markings. The casing has a matte, slightly glossy surface.
The Kindle supports colored text highlights and features a side power button

The new Kindle 2026 remains the most compact model in the series with its 6-inch display. It has 16 GB of storage and is said to open books about 30 percent faster than its predecessor, according to Amazon. The manufacturer states the battery life is up to six weeks. For the first time, there is also a version with an aluminum back and 32 GB of storage.

Paperwhite and Colorsoft Step Up

Kindle Paperwhite and Kindle Colorsoft also receive extensive upgrades. The new Paperwhite remains waterproof and offers a battery life of up to twelve weeks, according to Amazon. Additionally, the display is said to benefit from higher contrast and deeper blacks. The color temperature can still be adjusted.

With Colorsoft, color representation is the focus. According to Amazon, the display has been newly developed to present colors more naturally and with greater contrast. Additionally, the company is launching new accessories, including a Bluetooth remote for page turning, a case with integrated page-turn buttons, and a matching charging station. The new Kindle starts at 154.99 euros, the Paperwhite at 209.99 euros, and the Colorsoft at 299.99 euros.

This article is a machine translation of the original German version of TECHBOOK and has been reviewed for accuracy and quality by a native speaker. For feedback, please contact us at info@techbook.de.

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