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Amazon Kindle Paperwhite 4 (4th gen, 2018)

Amazon Kindle Paperwhite 4 (4th gen, 2018)

45 reviews

Nov, 2024

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design (9)
durability (8)
screen (8)
usability (8)
portability (7)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 45 reviews of Amazon Kindle Paperwhite 4 (4th gen, 2018). The average rating for this product is 4.4/5, compared to an average rating of 4.3/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. Reviewers are impressed by the portability and screen. The durability and design also get good feedback. Many are negative about the performance, and the storage and price get mixed views.

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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 Paperwhite 4 (4th gen, 2018) is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 95/100 = Excellent quality.

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Expert review by (engadget.com)

Kindle Paperwhite review (2018): A classic, updated

Amazon's Kindle Paperwhite has long been the go-to e-reader, and for good reason. It provides an enjoyable reading experience with enough premium features to keep most literary lovers happy. Now, with the addition of Bluetooth/Audible and...

Audible support ; Waterproofing ; Improved design ; Better-contrast display

Pricey when fully loaded (LTE and 32GB storage and no “special offers”) ; No MP3 or text-to-speech support

Nov, 2018

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Expert review by : Steven Winkelman (digitaltrends.com)

Kindle Paperwhite (2018) review

The Kindle Paperwhite (2018) has long been Amazon's most beloved ebook reader. After three years of waiting, the Paperwhite finally got a refresh for 2018. And while it may look the same as its predecessor, new features like Bluetooth connectivity and...

New IPX8 water-resistant design is great for tubs and pools ; Access to massive bookstore ; Good battery life ; Bluetooth connectivity for audiobooks

Cannot customize page-turn gestures ; No option to adjust color temperature

The Kindle Paperwhite isn’t perfect, but an excellent ebook reader for people in the Amazon ecosystem. It’s portable, durable, and allows you to enjoy your favorite books in multiple formats.

Nov, 2018

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Expert review by : Amazon Kindle Paperwhite (2018) (pcmag.com)

Amazon Kindle Paperwhite (2018)

The first upgrade to Amazon's most popular e-reader in three years, the new Kindle Paperwhite the least expensive waterproof ebook reader on the market. It supports audiobooks and it has a new flat-front design, making it ideal for beach reading....

Waterproof. Flat front is easy to clean. Plays audiobooks over Bluetooth. Long battery life.

Doesn't support Immersion Reading.Doesn't support Immersion Reading.

The waterproof Kindle Paperwhite offers more for your money than any other ebook reader on the market.

Jul, 2019

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Expert review by : David Carnoy (cnet.com)

Amazon Kindle Paperwhite 2018 review: The e-book reader for the masses

The new Kindle Paperwhite doesn't look much different from the previous model, but a host of nice upgrades -- it's slightly slimmer, fully waterproof and has Bluetooth for Audible listening -- make it a winner.

10 percent slimmer, lighter and more durable with full waterproofing. Text is slightly sharper and better lit. Base storage is bumped from 4GB to 8GB. Bluetooth audio is on board for audiobooks. Minor updates enhance Amazon's already best-in-class...

A little more expensive than the previous model. The ad-free version costs $20 more.

The 2018 version of the Kindle Paperwhite While is more durable, fully dunkable and ultimately the best Kindle reader for most people -- especially if you snag it during one of Amazon's frequent sales.

Mar, 2019

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Expert review by : Chaim Gartenberg (theverge.com)

Amazon Kindle Paperwhite (2018) review: the new best-seller

Just add water(proofing)

Waterproof ; Great display ; Weeks-long battery

No physical buttons ; USB-C is a no-show ; 2.4GHz Wi-Fi only

Correction: The Kindle Paperwhite (2018) is rated IPX8 waterproof, not water resistant.

Nov, 2018

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Expert review by : Matthew Miller (zdnet.com)

2018 Amazon Kindle Paperwhite review: Read in comfort at the pool or beach Review | ZDNet

The Amazon Kindle Paperwhite was first introduced in 2012 and has been Amazon's most popular Kindle device. This year we get a thinner, lighter Kindle that can also be safely used by the pool, at the beach, and in the tub.

IPx8 waterproof build ; Flush front glass display with great resolution ; Audible support ; Comfortable lightweight design

microUSB in a world of USB-C cables

Nov, 2018

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Expert review by : Rohit Arora (gizbot_com)

Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (11th Gen) Review: Worth Every Penny?

Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (11th Generation) Review. The new Kindle brings an auto-adjusting light sensor, 32 GB of storage, and, for the first time, wireless charging at Rs. 17,999.

Bigger & Brighter Display With Ambient Light Sensor ; Type-C Charging Port ; Faster Charging ; Ample Storage (32GB) ; Bigger Battery ; IPx8 Rated For Water Resistance

Lacks SD Card Support ; UI Animations Could Have Been Quicker

With a bigger and brighter display, better storage, and flexible charging features (Type-C & Wireless charging), the Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition 2021 is worth upgrading from any previous mid-range Kindle e-reader. The better hardware and...

Dec, 2021

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Expert review by : Henry T. Casey (tomsguide.com)

Amazon Kindle Paperwhite (2018) Review: The Best Got Better

With water-resistance and a flush-to-screen display, Amazon's taken the Paperwhite and made it even more compelling. The only downside is that it costs $10 more now.

Waterproof ; Bluetooth for audiobooks ; Same great e-reader ; Screen is now flush to bezels

Power adapter sold separately ; $10 price bump

Now that it's waterproof, the Kindle Paperwhite is the only e-reader you need to know about.

Jun, 2019

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Expert review by : Gary Ng (iphoneincanada_ca)

2018 Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Review: Still an Amazing E-Reader | iPhone in Canada Blog

Here's a quick review of the 2018 Amazon Kindle Paperwhite e-reader.

Nov, 2018

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Expert review by : Benoit Pepicq (androidpit.com)

Kindle Paperwhite 2018: is it the best e-reader out there?

The first Kindle Paperwhite was released in the United States in 2012 and to this day has remained the most popular Kindle model. Amazon recently released a new version of the device and we had the opportunity to test it.

Sound compatibility ; Affordable price ; Huge catalog ; Intuitive interface

Not fully waterproof ; Need to convert files when manually adding e-books

The Kindle Paperwhite has evolved nicely and now offers very attractive features for a device of its price range. Beyond the fact that it's waterproof, the device is excellent for book enthusiasts and the Amazon store (for better or worse) is still a...

Nov, 2018

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