{
  "id": 11256551,
  "title": "Amazon introduces new Kindles and accessories ↦",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/01/amazon-introduces-new-kindles-and-accessories",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-10-01T18:29:39.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Six Colors",
    "slug": "six-colors",
    "url": "https://sixcolors.com/link/2026/10/amazon-introduces-new-kindles-and-accessories/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Amazon announced new Kindles, including a base model, Paperwhite, and Colorsoft, on Thursday. These models come in various colors and materials, such as plastic and aluminum. The cheapest model is priced at $170 with advertisements, while the most expensive new model, the Colorsoft Signature Edition, costs $319.\n\nNotably, Amazon is reintroducing page-turn buttons, albeit in a unique way. They have added these buttons to a $80 case. This move echoes competitor Kobo's approach, which offers a page-turn remote control. Some users prefer to place their e-readers in a stand and use page-turn clickers. While some find it inconvenient to pay extra for these buttons, Amazon has finally provided an option for those who prefer not to constantly tap or swipe on the touchscreen.\n\nAmazon has also addressed many limitations of the Kindle software platform, making it more competitive with Kobo. Despite the initial cost, the addition of page-turn options is a positive step for Kindle users. It reflects Amazon's commitment to the e-reader market, a sector where Kindle holds a significant position.",
  "summary": "Amazon on Thursday announced new Kindles, including a new base model, Paperwhite, and Colorsoft. All three models come in multiple varieties (plastic and aluminum) and in a variety of new colors.…",
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "TechRadar",
        "title": "Amazon has moved the power button on all its new Kindles — and I feel vindicated",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/01/amazon-has-moved-the-power-button-on-all-its-new-kindles-and-i-feel",
        "published": "2026-10-01T13:00:00.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "The Verge",
        "title": "Amazon is launching colorful new Kindles — and a case with physical page-turn buttons",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/01/amazon-is-launching-colorful-new-kindles-and-a-case-with-physical",
        "published": "2026-10-01T13:00:00.000Z"
      }
    ]
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}