Amazon Kindle Paperwhite 16 GB E-Reader (12th Gen) (with Ads) - Jade

Key Features

• 7” Glare-Free Display: Reads like real paper, even in direct sunlight.

• Adjustable Warm Light & Dark Mode: Customize brightness and warmth for comfortable reading day or night.

• 16 GB Storage: Holds thousands of books, magazines, and audiobooks.

• Waterproof Design (IPX8): Read worry-free by the beach, bath, or pool.

• USB-C Charging: Faster and more convenient charging with a modern port.

• Long Battery Life: Up to 10–12 weeks on a single charge (based on 30 min/day usage).

• Built-In Audible Support: Connect Bluetooth headphones or speakers for audiobooks.

• Lightweight and Compact: Thin, portable, and now available in the stylish Jade color.

• Made with Recycled Materials: 75% recycled plastic and 97% recycled magnesium.

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With the next-generation 7” Paperwhite display, faster page turns, weeks of battery life, and an adjustable warm light, you won't want to put it down.

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Learn more about your waterproof Kindle Paperwhite, Kindle Colorsoft, or Kindle Oasis

We designed the Kindle Oasis (9th generation and above), Kindle Colorsoft, and Kindle Paperwhite (10th generation and above) to be waterproof. Your Kindle has been tested to withstand accidental immersion in water under certain conditions. It meets the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) Standard 60529 rating of IPX8 (tested in laboratory conditions). Paperwhite can withstand immersion in up to 2 metres of fresh water for up to 60 minutes and 0.25 metres for 3 minutes in seawater. In addition, we’ve tested your Kindle to withstand exposure to water in many popular locations to read. However, your Kindle is not intended for underwater use and may experience temporary effects from exposure to water. Do not intentionally immerse your Kindle in water or expose it to seawater, saltwater, chlorinated water, or other liquids (such as beverages). If your Kindle gets accidentally dropped in a bath, hot tub, pool, splashed by the ocean at the beach, or otherwise exposed to water, quickly retrieve it and follow the care instructions below.

What should I do if my Kindle gets wet? If your Kindle is splashed with water, wipe it off with a soft cloth and keep on reading. If your Kindle is immersed in water, remove its cover, make sure no cables are plugged into the device, and do not attempt to charge it until it is completely dry. If your Kindle is immersed in salt water, chlorinated water, soapy water, or liquids other than fresh water, make sure you rinse that liquid out of the device with fresh water, such as cold tap water. Then dry your Kindle.

What steps should I take to dry my Kindle? To dry your Kindle, let the water drain out through the USB port, gently tapping the side of the device as necessary. We recommend you also let your Kindle dry fully in a well-ventilated location, with it standing upright so that any excess water can continue to drain from the USB port. Do not attempt to dry your Kindle with an external heat source, such as a microwave oven or hairdryer. Do not insert a foreign object, such as a cotton bud or paper towel, into the USB port to dry it.

What can I do to reduce the likelihood of water damage? We recommend not exposing your Kindle to pressurised water, high-velocity water, extremely humid conditions (such as a steam room), or food, oil, lotion, or abrasive substances. If your Kindle is immersed in water, follow the care instructions on this page. For any questions, please contact Customer Service.                                                                  

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