amazon Gen12 Kindle E-Reader
SPECIFICATION
- Display: 6-inch E Ink screen
- Resolution: 300 PPI
- Front Light: 25% brighter illumination
- Dark Mode: Yes
- Storage: 16 GB
- Battery Life: Up to 8 weeks
- Charging Port: USB-C
- Weight: 154 g
- Dimensions: 157.8 x 108.6 x 8 mm
- Waterproof: No
- Parental Controls: Yes
- Price: Approximately $119 (Expected)
FUNCTIONS
Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition supports (A) wired and (B) wireless charging. Wireless charger sold separately.
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Kindle Paperwhite (12th Generation) -2024 release
With the next-generation 7” Paperwhite display, faster page turns, weeks of battery life, and an adjustable warm light — you won’t want to put it down.
Next-generation 7″ Paperwhite display with 25% faster page turns
A single charge lasts up to 12 weeks
Enjoy the glare-free display without notifications
Read day or night with an adjustable warm light
A faster, more responsive experience
With 20% faster performance, breeze through pages and quickly scroll through your Kindle Library.
Lose yourself in a book
The glare-free display doesn’t have distracting apps and optimizes battery life, so you can stay focused on the story. A single charge via USB-C lasts up to 12 weeks.
Better views anytime, anywhere
Easily adjust your screen’s brightness and warmth to read comfortably in direct sunlight or late into the night.
Waterproof and worry-free
The thin, light design goes wherever you do. Read by the pool, in the bath, or anywhere in between.
Massive selection
Finding new stories has never been easier. The Kindle Store offers easy access to an unmatched library of content with bestsellers, more than 15 million titles worldwide, and Kindle Exclusives you won’t find anywhere else.
Technical details
| Display | Amazon’s 7” Paperwhite display technology with built-in light, 300 ppi, optimized font technology, 16-level gray scale. |
| Size | 5” x 7” x 0.3” (127.6 x 176.7 x 7.8 mm) |
| Weight | 7.4 oz (211g). Actual size and weight may vary by configuration and manufacturing process. |
| System Requirements | None; fully wireless and doesn’t require a computer to download content. |
| On-Device Storage | 16 GB; holds thousands of books. |
| Battery Life | A single charge lasts up to twelve (12) weeks, based on a half hour of reading per day with wireless off and the light setting at 13. Battery life may vary depending on use. Audible audiobook streaming over Bluetooth will reduce battery life. |
| Charge Time | Fully charges in less than 2.5 hours with a 9W USB power adapter. |
| Wi-Fi Connectivity | Supports 2.4 GHz and 5.0 GHz networks with support for WEP, WPA, WPA2, WPA3, and OWE security using password authentication or Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS). Does not support connecting to ad-hoc (or peer-to-peer) wifi networks. |
| Accessibility Features | VoiceView screen reader, available over Bluetooth audio, provides spoken feedback allowing you to navigate your device and read books with text-to-speech (available in English only). Kindle Paperwhite also includes Dark Mode and the ability to adjust font size, font face, line spacing and margins |
| Content Formats Supported | Kindle Format 8 (AZW3), Kindle (AZW), TXT, PDF, unprotected MOBI, PRC natively; PDF, DOCX, DOC, HTML, EPUB, TXT, RTF, JPEG, GIF, PNG, BMP through conversion; Audible audio format (AAX). |
| Documentation | With our Quick Start Guide and Kindle User Guide. |
| Included in the Box | Kindle Paperwhite, USB-C charging cable and Quick Start Guide. |
| Waterproofing | Waterproof (IPX8), tested to withstand immersion in 2 meters of fresh water for 60 minutes. |
| Generation | Kindle Paperwhite (12th Generation) – 2024 release. |
NOTE
Due to Amazon service restrictions in Pakistan, accessing your Amazon account may be limited. To ensure uninterrupted reading, please note:
- Our 7-day check warranty covers hardware only. Amazon account or login issues are not included.
- You can enjoy your books without an active Amazon account. Simply transfer your eBooks from your PC or laptop to your Kindle device.
INSTRUCTION
Getting Started
- Charge the Kindle using the provided USB-C cable until the battery is full.
- Power On: Press and hold the Power button until the screen lights up.
- Wi-Fi Setup: Follow on-screen prompts to connect to a Wi-Fi network.
Registering Your Kindle
- Sign in with your Amazon account or create one if needed.
- This syncs your Kindle library and allows for book purchases/downloads.
Navigating the Home Screen
- Home: View your current and suggested books.
- Library: Access all your downloaded and purchased books.
- Settings: Adjust Wi-Fi, device settings, and account info.
Downloading & Reading Books
- Tap Store to browse or search for eBooks.
- Purchase or download free content.
- Tap a book in your Library to open it.
Reading Tools
- Tap and hold text to highlight, define, or make notes.
- Adjust font size, brightness, and layout via the ‘Aa’ menu.
- Use the progress bar at the bottom to skip pages or jump chapters.
Kindle Features
- Dark Mode: Enable for nighttime reading.
- Dictionary & Vocabulary Builder: Automatically saves words you look up.
- X-Ray: View details about characters, terms, and events in supported books.
Cloud & Storage
- Books purchased from Amazon are stored in the cloud.
- You can download or remove books to manage storage.
- Send PDFs/docs via your Send-to-Kindle email.
Updating and Maintenance
- Kindle updates automatically via Wi-Fi.
- Restart by holding the power button for 9 seconds if unresponsive.
Parental Controls & Profiles
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Set up child profiles and enable parental controls under settings..
FAQs
How do I charge the Kindle?
Use the included USB-C cable. Plug it into a USB power adapter or a computer USB port. A full charge takes about 2–3 hours.
How long does the battery last?
The battery can last up to 6–8 weeks, depending on usage, brightness level, and wireless activity.
Can I read at night?
Yes, it has a built-in front light and Dark Mode for comfortable nighttime reading.
Documents / Resources
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amazon Gen12 Kindle E-Reader [pdf] Installation Guide Gen12 Kindle E-Reader, Gen12, Kindle E-Reader, E-Reader |