My aging eyes appreciate the bigger screen and the faster page turns keep me zipping through novels.
The extra screen size makes a huge difference in readability.
The bigger display means more text on the screen and less need to keep scrolling through pages.
Lifewire / Sascha Brodsky
On paper, the 300 PPI Paperwhite display has a similar resolution to previous Kindle models.
The extra luminosity was evident and a welcome addition when I tried reading the Paperwhite in a sun-filled room.
Another nice touch is a white-on-black dark mode that provides flexibility for reading any time, day or night.
Lifewire / Sascha Brodsky
I found the new dark method to be useful for reading in bed, as it means fewer distractions.
In general, Kindles last weeks rather than hours.
However, Ive noticed in recent years that the battery life of Kindles seems to be slipping.
Lifewire / Sascha Brodsky
After reading for about five hours over several days recently, the battery life indicator hadnt budged.
I was able to use the USB-C charging port to charge the Kindle in only 2.5 hours fully.
The extra screen size makes a huge difference in readability.
Starting at $139.99, the new Paperwhites are a worthy upgrade for most Kindle owners.
But if youre a serious reader, I advise springing for the $189.99 Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition.
You wont regret it.
