Which Kindles are becoming obsolete? (2023)

Which Kindles will no longer be supported?

But if you have an older Kindle device, you'll no longer be able to access the Kindle Store on that device starting August 17th, 2022, because Amazon has ended support for the store on older models that lack touchscreen displays.

Kindle devices that require cellular connectivity through 2G or 3G networks for internet connectivity will be unable to connect to the internet after these networks are discontinued.

On your Kindle home screen, tap the Menu icon, and then tap Settings. Tap the Menu icon again, and then tap Update Your Kindle. Tap OK to perform the update. Message Your Kindle Is Updating appears.

While you can continue reading on your device, as of August 17, 2022, store functionality will no longer be available. This change only affects certain devices introduced 10+ years ago (listed below). As of August 17, you'll no longer be able to browse, buy, or borrow books directly from these Kindle devices.

Generally speaking, the average lifespan of a Kindle is 5 to 6 years. Kindle Fire Tablets have a much shorter lifespan than the e-ink versions and typically last about 2 to 3 years. The lifespan of a Kindle can vary greatly based on the usage, charging behavior, and environmental factors.

Deregistering your device provides you with multiple benefits. It allows you to switch accounts on the Kindle device. Plus, deregistering a device can also come in handy when you want to handover the ownership of your Kindle without worrying about what will happen to your account!

The Kindle device is in decline. First, in a report on The Demographics of Device Ownership in the US, Pew Research offers the following summary of reading device ownership. Some 19% of adults report owning an e-reader – a handheld device such as a Kindle or Nook primarily used for reading e-books.

Bottom Line: With instant access to Amazon's huge online library of titles, the Kindle is still the most popular e-reader in the world today.

Should Kindle be turned off when not in use?

Amazon Kindle customer service claims that it's not necessary to power down the Kindle to maximize the battery life.

The 2022 release is the 11th generation of the basic Kindle model, and has some differences compared to the 10th generation released in 2019.

The Kindle Oasis also has a “Free 4G” model, costing a little more than the Wi-Fi-only variant. The 4G model comes with no monthly fees or additional costs. Amazon covers the 4G connectivity, giving you the ability to download content to your Kindle almost anywhere in the world.

And the Kindle Fire is a tablet; not a cell phone. So it will not run on 5G Wi-Fi connectivity.

The vast majority of Kindle e-readers that have cellular internet, rely on 3G networks.

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The company has stated that the Kindle (2nd Gen) International, Kindle DX International, Kindle Keyboard, Kindle (4th Gen), and Kindle (5th Gen) will no longer be able to browse, buy, or borrow books directly from these Kindle e-readers.

Once you register your new Kindle, your account/books will all sync up to it. And if you plan on selling/donating your old Kindle, you'll want to unregister your old Kindle from your Amazon account so it will wipe out any attachment to your account and, by extension, any of the books on there.

Generally speaking, a Kindle battery can last about 4 to 6 years. Since Kindle devices use Lithium Ion batteries, they tend to last about 300 to 500 charge cycles. Batteries from Kindle Fire tablets last only 2 to 3 years since they need to be charged more often.

How long does Kindle Paperwhite last (device itself not battery)? Some reviews on Amazon say that it's good for a year and becomes useless after that. My Kindle Paperwhite is going on 10 years with no issues - I received it for Christmas 2012 - I use it every day and fall asleep with it open most of the time.

Is Kindle free forever?

Are Free Kindle Books Free Forever? That depends on how you acquired the book. If you borrowed it through Kindle Unlimited or Prime Reading, you only have access so long as you maintain your subscription. If you got your e-book from a place like Project Gutenberg or on a free “sale,” then the book is yours for life.

You can add multiple Kindles to your account. Having two or more Kindles registered to the same account is useful if you and other family members have the same tastes in books. If you buy a book on one Kindle, you can read it on another Kindle at the same time without having to buy it again.

Resetting your Kindle erases any e-books, digital magazines and personal settings you have stored on the e-book reader. You'll lose your personal settings and you'll have to create those over again.

The books will remain accessible from their Amazon cloud, but not on the device. Other content will be deleted, though apps may remain in the Cloud as well. Deregistering restores the Kindle to factory defaults, removing all purchased or stored content.

One of the driving factors to upgrade an e-reader inevitably comes to the internal battery. The typical estimated life of a Lithium-Ion battery is about two to three years or 300 to 500 charge cycles, whichever occurs first.

Following pushback from the European Union, Google decided over the summer of 2022 to allow developers of non-gaming apps to offer alternative billing systems. The company would still get a cut from the purchases, with the number going down from 15 to 12%.

Do Prime Members Get Kindle Unlimited for Free? No, Kindle Unlimited is not included with Amazon Prime.

Studies show exposure to blue light can negatively impact sleep. In a 2015 study, researchers found that the use of e-readers before bedtime prolongs the time it takes to fall asleep and reduces alertness the following morning.

While your eReader won't blow up if you charge it through the night, its battery will gradually deteriorate. You may not notice it at first, but regularly overcharging your Kindle will take its toll.

Should I keep my Kindle plugged in all the time?

A: Yes. The charging circuit disconnects completely when the battery is fully charged. Supposedly, rechargeable lithium batteries have the longest life when left at 80% charge or less.

The all-important cut-off date has been set at August 17, 2022. From that date onwards, first-generation Kindle owners will be required to buy books for their Kindle from a different device, such as a tablet or smartphone.

And the Kindle Fire is a tablet; not a cell phone. So it will not run on 5G Wi-Fi connectivity.

You will need to replace the Kindle battery if your device takes too long to charge, doesn't reach 100% battery level, doesn't hold the charge, or simply doesn't turn on due to battery error. What is this? These are some of the most common signs that the battery of your device is about to die.

Beginning in 2022, 3G networks will be shutting down in the U.S. That means devices that connect to the Internet using only a 3G network will be cut off from the Internet. Cars, smart devices, and 3G Kindle ereaders that rely on 3G networks will no longer be able to connect to the Internet beginning in 2022.

An average life expectancy of a Kindle Paperwhite is about 6-7 years. A Kindle Paperwhite has the biggest battery that lasts up to 3 to 4 weeks on a single charge. So you don't have to charge the Kindle Paperwhite as often as other models.

This is because there is a global chip shortage that is affecting the entire chip industry, likely you have heard about it on the news. This is resulting in the latest generation of graphics cards from Nvidia, and ARM as being very hard to comeby. Why is there a global chip shortage?

The Kindle Oasis also has a “Free 4G” model, costing a little more than the Wi-Fi-only variant. The 4G model comes with no monthly fees or additional costs. Amazon covers the 4G connectivity, giving you the ability to download content to your Kindle almost anywhere in the world.

The Amazon Kindle Oasis E-Readers + Cellular does have cellular option built in as well as Wi-Fi, this will allow you to download books on the go without having to be connected to a Wi-Fi network. Hope this has answered your question.

What Do I Do With a Dead Kindle?

Recycle Your Device

Simply follow the packaging guidelines and then drop your packaged device or accessory off at the nearest UPS location. Amazon covers all the costs associated with shipping and recycling your devices and accessories through our Amazon Recycling Program.

No they don't have replaceable batteries that you yourself can do. However if you have a warranty with geek squad you can take it into the store and they can send it out to be fixed.