TechTablets5 mistakes everyone makes with Amazon KindleThinking of getting a new Amazon Kindle? We look at 5 common mistakesWhen you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works.
TechTablets5 mistakes everyone makes with Amazon KindleThinking of getting a new Amazon Kindle? We look at 5 common mistakesWhen you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works.
Thinking of getting a new Amazon Kindle? We look at 5 common mistakes
When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works.
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TheAmazonKindle is a revelation: a simple, easy-to-use e-reading device with an almost unlimited supply of books, magazines, and more.
As we found when we reviewed theAmazon Kindle PaperwhiteandAmazon Kindle Oasis, these are best-in-class devices, putting a new spin on thousands of years of reading tradition.
But before you choose thebest Kindleor make use of thebest Kindle dealswe thought it was worth looking at five common mistakes.
What do we mean? Read on below to find out.
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1. Not waiting for a good time to buy a Kindle
Straight from the off we’d say the number one biggest Kindle mistake you can make is to buy one at full price.
Kindles arealwaysdiscounted at multiple points in each and every year, and especially onPrime DayandBlack Friday, so it pays to be patient and buy when the price drops.
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In past years, we’ve seen some pretty massive discounts on Kindle Paperwhite, Kindle Oasis, and other models, sometimes getting down to just £40.
Of course, if you really can’t wait, then check out thebest Kindle deals– there are always a few good discounts to be bagged.
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(Image credit: Amazon)
2. Not getting a case
Amazon offers a lot ofKindle casesand we strongly recommend getting one, especially if you plan on travelling with your new gadget.
In our testing, Amazon’s own Kindle cases are pretty neat, offering protection for both the front and back of the device, but there are loads and loads of options from third-parties too.
Make sure the one you’re buying is definitely compatible with your Kindle before buying – a mistake we’ve made in the past – but otherwise you can’t lose.
This advice is double for anyone giving a Kindle to a child, although theAmazon Kindle Kids Editioncomes with built-in protection.
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3. Not getting Kindle Unlimited
Kindle Unlimitedis Amazon’s e-book buffet, an all-you-can-eat affair with thousands and thousands of books, new and old.
No matter what you love, chances are Amazon has a few books available to downloaded through Unlimited. It’s especially good if you’re about to travel and want to have a few options.
Unlimited also offers magazine subscriptions, selected audiobooks, and unlimited reading on as many devices as you have.
Right now, Amazon is offering a pretty sweet deal: three months free for Prime members and then £7.99 per month after.
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(Image credit: Amazon)
4. Not using Dark Mode at night
If you’re a pre-bed reader then having to have the light on to read a physical book has likely annoyed at some point in the past.
It’s fantastic, putting white text on a black background and letting you easily adjust the brightness. The perfect way to turn up the sleepiness right before before.
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(Image credit: Amazon)
5. Buying the wrong Kindle for your needs
Amazon offers several different types of Kindles and getting the right one is important.
Firstly, if your child is going to use the Kindle then the Kids Edition is a must, there are no other choices, unless you want to buy a replacement every other day.
But for anyone else, the choices can be a bit confusing.
For most people, we’d recommend getting the Kindle Paperwhite (or Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition), as this covers all the bases – lightweight, enough storage, long battery life – and doesn’t cost much.
For others, the high-end Kindle Oasis could be the right choice, offering a sleek and unique design, waterproofing, and more storage if necessary. If you’re a die-hard Kindle users, the Oasis is for you.
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