



Reading on a Kindle, there are a few software features that make it better than picking up a real-life paper book. That's the major benefit of this versus the cheaper Kindle Paperwhite that only has 8GB of storage. So if you're an avid bookworm then this model is the better choice for you! You'll be able to store thousands and thousands of books on the Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition thanks to 32GB of storage - most people will never run out of space. Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition review: software and features If you’d rather see white lettering on a black background rather than the default black lettering on white, you can also switch to Dark Mode which is even easier to look at for long periods in the nighttime. You can also adjust the brightness manually if you prefer. It works well and I didn't find myself squinting as afternoon turned into evening. The Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition is easy on the eyes too because the backlight automatically adjusts itself based on the lighting around you, switching between white and warm lights as well as increasing or decreasing the brightness level. To go to the home page you tap the top of the screen and select Home, and to change the settings you'll swipe down from the top - there was also a slight delay there but it's not dramatically slow so you're unlikely to find yourself getting frustrated by it. It's quite quick although there is still a small gap before the next page appears. To turn the page you just need to tap on the right-hand side of the screen or to go back you tap the left. It's a really pleasurable experience reading on the screen and you can even see it in bright sunlight because it doesn't suffer from glare. Words and numbers look precise and sharp in a very clear, uncomplicated font. When it comes to the display, the Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition has a matte coating with 300ppi and a 16-level greyscale. It's not the most intuitive placement of the button but you soon get used to it. On the bottom edge, there’s a small power button next to the USB-C charging port which you use to wake the Kindle up. In terms of controls, the Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition keeps things simple.

It's waterproof as well, with a rating of IPX8, which means it will survive getting wet whether that's from unexpected rain in the park, accidental spills or splashes by the pool. It measures 174 x 125 x 8.1 mm and weighs 207g so it’s small and light enough to easily hold one-handed, plus the rubber backing makes it grippy enough to not slide out of your hands. Made from 60% post-consumer recycled plastics, the Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition has a 6.8inch screen surrounded by black bezels that are thick enough to hold without touching the screen but thin enough that the e-reader still looks sleek and compact.
