The New Kindle Paperwhite is Waterproof, Still Affordable

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The Kindle Paperwhite, Amazon’s workhorse e-reader, is starting to look like a premium device. Amazon announced an upgrade to the Paperwhite that features improved specs and a new waterproof design. Despite all the upgrades, the device will start at a reasonable $129.99.

The new Paperwhite has an IPX9 water resistance rating, which means that you should be able to dunk your beloved e-reader in 6 feet of water for at least two hours. Readers will feel pampered when they take their Paperwhite in the tub, because it’s thinner and has a sleeker look than previous models. Its glass screen is now flush instead of beveled, it only weighs 182 grams, and it has a thin 8.18 mm body.

Amazon has also upgraded the Paperwhite’s internals. The new device will have Bluetooth capability, so you can listen to audiobooks with wireless headphones. If you choose to read with your eyes instead of your ears, the upgraded LED backlight will keep the 300ppi display evenly lit and readable anywhere.

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