Pune, India | September 15, 2025
Amazon has officially launched the all-new Kindle Paperwhite in India. The upgraded model brings improvements in design, speed, and overall functionality. Priced at ₹16,999, it is available in Black exclusively on Amazon. This is the fastest and slimmest Kindle Paperwhite to date, now featuring the largest screen in the series at 7 inches.
The new device is sleek and lightweight. It offers 25% faster page turns and an impressive battery life of up to 12 weeks on a single USB-C charge. Designed especially for reading, it provides Indian users with access to over 1.5 crore titles through Amazon’s Kindle library.
A key highlight is the new 7-inch glare-free display. It enhances immersion without increasing the size of the device. Narrower bezels and sharper text provide a wider, more comfortable reading view. Whether indoors or in bright sunlight, the screen stays easy to read and mimics the feel of real paper.
Performance has also improved significantly. The device now runs on a dual-core processor, enabling faster page turns and quicker touch responses. Whether you’re flipping through chapters or using tools like X-Ray and the dictionary, everything works more smoothly.
Battery life—a well-known Kindle advantage—has been improved even further. One full charge via USB-C gives up to 12 weeks of reading time under average usage. The switch to USB-C also aligns the device with today’s common charging standards.
Amazon has added a new oxide thin-film transistor (TFT) display to improve clarity and contrast. Text appears crisper, and images are more detailed—ideal for comics and graphic novels. Warm light and dark mode options let readers adjust the display for comfort in different lighting conditions.
Internal storage has doubled to 16GB. This allows users to store thousands of books, including graphic-heavy files like PDFs. Whether reading for pleasure or study, everything stays organized and easy to access.
The Kindle Paperwhite remains a distraction-free device. It does not support apps, email, or social media. This focus makes it ideal for uninterrupted reading. Features like X-Ray, Word Wise, and a built-in dictionary are beneficial for students and language learners.
Indian readers can access over 1.5 crore eBooks in the Kindle Store. The collection includes bestsellers, classics, and books in regional languages. Kindle Unlimited adds value with over 2 million titles for a monthly subscription. Prime members also get a rotating catalog of free eBooks.
The device offers personalized settings. Users can adjust font sizes, change layouts, and track reading progress. Highlighting text, bookmarking pages, and syncing across devices using the Kindle app further enhance the experience.
Amazon has also launched new fabric covers to match the latest Kindle. Priced at ₹1,999, the covers are available in Black, Marine Green, and Tulip Pink. Each features a magnetic closure and auto wake/sleep function for added convenience and style.
With all these updates, the new Kindle Paperwhite is a strong choice for Indian readers. It blends performance, portability, and comfort to match today’s reading habits. Whether you’re a student, a commuter, or a lifelong book lover, it delivers a premium, clutter-free reading experience.
In a world filled with multitasking gadgets, the Kindle Paperwhite stands out by doing one thing well—reading. With its longer battery life, faster performance, larger display, and vast book library, it continues to set the standard for digital reading. At ₹16,999, it’s more than just an upgrade—it’s a smart investment in better reading.
