GoKawiilComparing Our Favorite Kindles
What About the New Kindle Scribes?
I got to test two of Amazon's new Kindles, the Kindle Scribe ($500) and Kindle Scribe Colorsoft ($630), before they shipped to the public. Both have a similar look, though the Scribe Colorsoft has a color screen and a shorter battery life (only eight weeks of reading time, compared with 12 weeks for the black-and-white Scribes). Both have a new, taller design with an 11-inch screen, slightly slimmer form factor, and updated stylus. They both also have a quad-core chip and have a new homepage, will support a variety of AI features including AI search (along with some AI tools for summarizing books you're reading without giving spoilers, but those won't arrive until next year). Users can connect to Google Drive and Microsoft OneDrive to mark up documents.
Overall, I'd say they're good devices, but as long as the cheaper second-generation Kindle Scribe is available, I think it's the better buy. It also has AI capabilities and will get the same updated home page next year, so you really don't need to upgrade. I'm also disappointed that these cost so much; for the price of the Scribe Colorsoft, you could get the more powerful reMarkable Paper Pro, which also has a color screen but can double as an e-paper tablet and almost laptop with its keyboard accessories.
There's a base model Kindle Scribe without the front light ($430) due out this year, but as someone who loves to read in the dark, I don't love this concept. We'll see how I feel once it arrives; this guide will be updated with testing notes once it's available.
Accessories for Easier Reading
If you've ever had a long reading session that gives you hand cramps, these accessories might help. You can check out more options in our Best Kindle Accessories guide.
Photograph: Nena Farrell
Photograph: Nena Farrell
Photograph: Nena Farrell Chevron Chevron Save to wishlist Save to wishlist Lamicall Tablet Pillow Stand Holder $50 $37 (26% off) Amazon This pillow stand holder can stand freely on your lap, bed, or any nearby surface while holding up your Kindle. There are two receptacles built into it, one of which is big enough for my larger mugs. I usually drop a snack or my phone into the other one. Photograph: Nena Farrell Save to wishlist Save to wishlist Lamicall Gooseneck iPad Holder $29 $20 (31% off) Amazon If you're looking for something to hold up your Kindle but will clamp onto something around you, like your bed frame or a table, this gooseneck tablet holder does a great job. It's 3 feet tall, and has plenty of length to work in all kinds of spots.
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