Amazon Kindle 4 (4th gen, 2011)

364 reviews

Apr, 2024

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 364 reviews of Amazon Kindle 4 (4th gen, 2011). The average rating for this product is 4.5/5, compared to an average rating of 4.3/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. Comments about the performance and price are generally positive. The screen and portability also get good feedback. There are mixed opinions on the storage and reliability.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other products in the same category the Amazon Kindle 4 (4th gen, 2011) is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 93/100 = Excellent quality.

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Amazon.co.uk review summary for Amazon Kindle 4 (4th gen, 2011)

alaTest has collected and analyzed 232 user reviews of Amazon Kindle 4 (4th gen, 2011) from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 4.6/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.4/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.co.uk. Reviewers are impressed by the durability and performance. The price and portability also get good feedback.

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96% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

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Amazon.com review summary for Amazon Kindle 4 (4th gen, 2011)

alaTest has collected and analyzed 42 user reviews of Amazon Kindle 4 (4th gen, 2011) from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.0/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.2/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.com. People are impressed by the design and performance. The screen and usability also get good feedback. There are some less positive views about the reliability.

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83% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

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Amazon Kindle review (2011)

The latest Kindle forgoes bells and whistles such as a touchscreen or physical keyboard, making it one bare-bones device. Still, you'll be hard-pressed to find a better e-reader at this price.

Oct, 2011

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Expert review by : Engadget (engadget.com)

Amazon Kindle review (2010)

Slimmed down and lighter, Improved E Ink screen, Reduced price

Page turning buttons are a bit awkward, No EPUB support, No memory expansion

Aug, 2010

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Expert review by : David Carnoy (cnet.com)

Amazon Kindle (fall 2011) review: Amazon Kindle (fall 2011)

Amazon Kindle (fall 2011)

The entry-level ; is a compact, lightweight, and ultra-affordable e-book reader with a crisp Pearl e-ink screen and Wi-Fi. It offers access to a massive catalog of books, magazines, and newspapers via Amazon.com's familiar online store, plus online...

The lack of a touch screen means that input is limited to a cumbersome directional pad and virtual keyboard. There is no support for audio. All accessories--including a cover and an AC charger--cost extra. You need to spend an extra $30 if you don't...

If you don't want to spend the extra $20 to upgrade to the forthcoming touch-screen version, the entry-level 2011 Kindle is a great choice for an ultraportable and superaffordable no-frills e-ink reader.

Sep, 2012

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Expert review by : Jamie Lendino (pcmag.com)

Amazon Kindle (2011)

The fourth-generation Amazon Kindle, which starts at just $79, is impossible to beat as an inexpensive, easy-to-use ebook reader.

Lowest-priced Kindle to date. Significantly smaller and lighter than before. High-contrast screen. Kindle Store is fun to browse and is packed with books, lists, and customer reviews.

Ad-free version costs $30 extra. Page turn buttons are a little awkward to press. No memory card slot or ePub support.

Shopping, Apps, and Special OffersThe Kindle Store and related ecosystem remains the single biggest reason to choose a Kindle over a Nook or another ebook reader. Essentially, it works a lot like Amazon's desktop site. The store is easy to browse from...

Oct, 2011

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Expert review by : Chris Ziegler (theverge.com)

Kindle (2011) review

While the Kindle Fire tablet stole the show at Amazon's recent press event (and the Kindle Touch took whatever scraps of attention were left), something else amazing happened: the company announced...

Smallest Kindle ever (and it's really small) ; Plenty of battery life ; Special Offers are tasteful, helpful

On-screen keyboard is a pain to use ; Page controls are oddly-placed ; No 3G option

For $79, you really can't go wrong

Oct, 2011

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Expert review by : David Carnoy (cnet.com)

Amazon Kindle (fall 2011) review

A lot of people have been waiting a long time for Amazon.com to drop the price of its Kindle to less than $100. Well, that day is here, but Amazon has thrown a little wrench into the equation: it's offering two sub-$100 models, the $79 entry-level...

The entry-level Amazon Kindle 2011 is a compact, lightweight, and ultra-affordable e-book reader with a crisp Pearl e-ink screen and Wi-Fi. It offers access to a massive catalog of books, magazines, and newspapers via Amazon.com's familiar online...

Sep, 2011

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Expert review by : Melissa J. Perenson (pcworld.com)

Kindle

Amazon is pushing e-books back into the limelight with the launch of its $399 Kindle e-book reader and corresponding service. The device isn't splashy--and it leaves some room for improvement--but it has succeeded in rekindling my interest in reading...

No PC required EvDO wireless book transfers free

Flicker effect when changing pages Newspaper and blog content carries a fee

The Kindle's design won't wow anyone, but its usability touches alone are enough to make me consider using an e-book reader

Dec, 2007

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Expert review by : Gary Ng (iphoneincanada_ca)

Amazon Kindle Review (2019) | iPhone in Canada Blog

If you're looking for an affordable, entry-level Kindle--this is it.

Nov, 2019

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Expert review by : S21 (s21.com)

Amazon Kindle review

Unlike all-singing all-dancing tablets, the Kindle does only one thing, but it does it well. That thing is reading. We think it's the best tablet you can buy for reading ebooks. And the new low price makes it exceptionally good value for money.

The Kindle may be a one-trick pony, but when it comes to reading e-books, it's a one horse race! Check out the more expensive Kindle Touch for more features.

Sep, 2012

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Expert review by : tjchan (justanothermobilemonday.com)

Amazon Kindle 4th Generation – Kindle Up For Amazing Reading!

Guess what came in the mail yesterday? An Amazon Kindle courtesy of Salado Press (I'm currently working on a project that involves converting their books over to a digital format for all major e-Reading devices). Only $79.00 for an ad supported model...

I’m very happy with the Kindle so far. This pencil thin eBook device is lightweight and easy to use. Stay tuned as we’ll soon talk more about e-Readers and how to make the most of them.

Feb, 2012

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