I've owned 4 different iterations of the Kindle e-reader, the last being an older generation Paperwhite. I'm still a huge fan of the Paperwhite, it's a solid choice, especially at its price point, but decided it was time for a upgrade. Mostly I was taken in by the lure of a larger screen. I tend to hold onto my gadgets longer than the average bear and usually only trade them in when there is compelling reason. This time, for me, there were 3: 1. Larger screen. Since I typically read with a large font, the expanded screen real estate is a big deal. (way less annoying page turns). 2. Amber light. So much easier on the eyes and reminiscent of physical book pages. 3. The Oasis weighs less than my Paperwhite and is balanced better in my hand. I didn't expect this one to be as significant as it has turned out to be. The Oasis is SO much easier for me to hold and manipulate, what with weight skewed to one side. I probably would have made the switch sooner if I had realized this earlier.
So those are my reasons to upgrade. For me it was worth the extra money, considering I'll be spreading that cost over many years given my history of hanging on to tech.
Reasons I choose an e-reader over a tablet: Personally, I think e-readers are stupid expensive given how little they do - and yet here I am back purchasing another one, and a crazy expensive one at that. But as an avid reader, it is important to me to have my reading experience as pleasant as possible. The reason I choose an e-reader over reading on a phone or tablet is because of ease - it weighs considerably less and can be held up for longer periods. It can be read in direct sunlight. No backlit screen to give me headaches. The battery lasts longer.
So that's my experience. The Oasis might be worth the extra money for some, but if not, the Paperwhite is still a great option. For me, I would spring for the Oasis again.
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The most advanced Kindle ever
The Kindle Oasis features our best ever 7”, 300 ppi Paperwhite display using the latest e-ink technology and a sleek ergonomic design with page turn buttons, perfect for one handed reading. Introducing an adjustable warm light for a richer reading experience in any light.
Customize
your screen
Now you can adjust the shade of the screen from white light to a warm amber with the ability to schedule when the light changes for a personalized reading experience. Kindle Oasis also has an adaptive front light that automatically adjusts the brightness of your screen based on lighting conditions.
No more soggy pages with the Kindle Oasis - It's built to withstand getting splashed at the beach or dropped in the bathtub, hot tub, or pool. In laboratory, Kindle Oasis is IPX8 rated to protect against immersion in up to two meters of fresh water for up to 60 minutes and 0.25 meters for 3 minutes in seawater. Learn more about waterproof features.
Goes beyond
a book
Adjust the text size and boldness and read with Kindle-exclusive fonts for maximum readability. Whispersync lets you seamlessly switch between reading and listening on your Kindle and Kindle app without losing your place (requires Wi-Fi or free cellular connectivity).
Massive selection
Finding new stories has never been easier with Kindle. Enjoy access to Kindle exclusive titles you won’t find anywhere else. Prime members have unlimited access to over a thousand books, magazines, and more. With Kindle Unlimited get access to over one million titles and thousands of audiobooks.
Keep the
story going
With Audible, Kindle Oasis lets you switch seamlessly between reading and listening via Bluetooth-enabled speakers or headphones.
Experience the best of Audible with membership—if you’re new to Audible, sign up for an Audible free trial and get two free audiobooks. With 32 GB of storage, your Kindle Oasis lets you store more audiobooks. Learn more about Audible.
Kindle devices don’t support Immersion Reading, which lets you listen and read along as the text highlights. To see devices that do support Immersion Reading, click here for supported devices.
The perfect companion
Designed by Amazon to perfectly fit your Kindle Oasis, these slim, form-fitting covers attach securely and fold back for one-handed reading. They automatically put your Kindle Oasis to sleep when closed and wake upon opening, making it easy to get back to your story.
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| Price | From: $89.99 | From: $109.99 | From: $129.99 | From: $249.99 |
| Ratings | (37,747) | (3,780) | (117,529) | (16,718) |
| Screen Size | 6" glare-free | 6" glare-free | 6" glare-free | 7" glare-free |
| Storage | 8 GB | 8 GB | 8 GB or 32 GB | 8 GB or 32 GB |
| Resolution | 167 ppi | 167 ppi | 300 ppi | 300 ppi |
| Front light | 4 LEDs | 4 LEDs | 5 LEDs | 25 LEDs |
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| Wi-Fi Connectivity | Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi or Wi-Fi + Free Cellular Connectivity | Wi-Fi or Wi-Fi + Free Cellular Connectivity |
| Color | Black or White | Black Kindle with Blue, Pink, Birds or Space Station Cover | Black, Twilight Blue, Sage or Plum | Graphite or Champagne Gold |
| Warranty | 1-year limited warranty | 2-year worry-free guarantee | 1-year limited warranty | 1-year limited warranty |
Technical Details
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Display |
Amazon's 7” Paperwhite display technology with next generation e-paper and built-in light, 300 ppi, optimized font technology, 16-level gray scale. |
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Size |
6.3” x 5.6” x 0.13-.33” (159 x 141 x 3.4-8.4 mm). |
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Weight |
6.6 oz (188g); Actual size and weight may vary by configuration and manufacturing process. |
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System Requirements |
None; fully wireless and doesn't require a computer to download content. |
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On-Device Storage |
8 GB holds thousands of books or over 35 Audible audiobooks; 32 GB holds thousands of books or over 160 Audible audiobooks; Audible audiobook capacity based on average Audible audiobook size. |
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Cloud Storage |
Free cloud storage for all Amazon content. |
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Battery Life |
A single charge lasts up to six (6) weeks, based on a half hour of reading per day with wireless and Bluetooth off and the light setting at 13. Battery life will vary based on light settings, wireless usage. Audible audiobook streaming over Bluetooth will reduce battery life. |
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Charge Time |
Fully charges in approximately 3 hours from a 5W power adapter or computer via USB cable. |
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Wi-Fi Connectivity |
Supports public and private Wi-Fi networks or hotspots that use the 802.11b, g, or n standards with support for WEP, WPA and WPA2 security using password authentication or Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS). |
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Set-up technology |
Amazon Wi-Fi simple setup automatically connects to your home Wi-Fi network. Learn more about Wi-Fi setup. |
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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 also includes the ability to adjust font size, font face, line spacing and margins. Learn more about Accessibility for Kindle. |
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Content Formats Supported |
Kindle Format 8 (AZW3), Kindle (AZW), TXT, PDF, unprotected MOBI, PRC natively; HTML DOC, DOCX, JPEG, GIF, PNG, PMP through conversion; Audible audio format (AAX). |
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Documentation |
Learn more about Kindle devices with our Quick Start Guide and Kindle User Guide. |
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Warranty and Service |
1-year limited warranty and service included. Optional 1-year, 2-year or 3-year Extended Warranty available for U.S customers sold separately. Use of Kindle is subject to Amazon's Conditions of Use and is subject to these terms . |
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Waterproofing |
Waterproof (IPX8), tested to withstand immersion in 2 meters of fresh water for 60 minutes. Learn more about Waterproofing. |
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Included in the Box |
Kindle Oasis, USB 2.0 charging cable and Quick Start Guide. |
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Generation |
All-new Kindle Oasis 10th Generation - 2019 release. |
Customer Questions & Answers
