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Jun 19, 2021 2:00 AM

Prime Members: 8GB Kindle Paperwhite WiFi Waterproof E-Reader w/ Special Offers

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Amazon (link for reference only) offers for Prime Members: 8GB Kindle Paperwhite WiFi Waterproof E-Reader w/ Special Offers (Black) for $79.99 when you order thru Alexa Voice Shopping via an Echo Device. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Member rsax777 for posting this deal.
  • Note, to purchase via Voice Shopping, just say "Alexa, order a Kindle Paperwhite Black".

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    • Offer only applies to selected products purchased from Amazon.com using Alexa voice shopping on an Echo device or through Alexa in the Amazon app until 11:59 p.m. (PDT) on June 20th, 2021.
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Amazon (link for reference only) offers for Prime Members: 8GB Kindle Paperwhite WiFi Waterproof E-Reader w/ Special Offers (Black) for $79.99 when you order thru Alexa Voice Shopping via an Echo Device. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Member rsax777 for posting this deal.
  • Note, to purchase via Voice Shopping, just say "Alexa, order a Kindle Paperwhite Black".

Editor's Notes

Written by SaltyOne | Staff
  • About this Deal:
    • Offer only applies to selected products purchased from Amazon.com using Alexa voice shopping on an Echo device or through Alexa in the Amazon app until 11:59 p.m. (PDT) on June 20th, 2021.
    • Additional terms can be found here
  • About this Store:

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slick5150
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It's not 'backlight' for that exact reason. Kindle Paperwhite's are "front-lit." They have LED in the bezels that refract the light on layer of glass just above the e-ink screen (think a fiber-optic cable, but flattened out into a think sheet of glass). There are patterns on that glass that direct the light downward onto the e-ink screen across the entire width of it, giving a fairly even lighting effect that reflects back up, the same as your indirect lighting does (except probably more evenly). It also doesn't contain much blue light, which is the type that causes eye strain in the first place.

So, do whatever you like, but eye-strain on a kindle paperwhite simply isn't a thing. It's really well designed in that regard.
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Kumicho
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All I wanted from the (current) Kindle was warm lighting, USB C, and physical buttons.

I got none of them, so I'm still on the previous generation...
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You paid full price for an Amazon product 3 days before Prime Day? That's a Slickdeals Court Martial offense.
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Jun 20, 2021 12:39 AM
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BhaangaJun 20, 2021 12:39 AM
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What does "Ad supported" mean? Do random ads show up while using the kindle?
Jun 20, 2021 12:43 AM
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bkwdJun 20, 2021 12:43 AM
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I'm also counting on a prime day deal. Presumably it'll be at least equivalent to this if not better, but really I'm just guessing.
Jun 20, 2021 12:44 AM
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bkwdJun 20, 2021 12:44 AM
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Quote from Bhaanga View quoted comment :
What does "Ad supported" mean? Do random ads show up while using the kindle?
Lock screen only. NBD
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Jun 20, 2021 12:46 AM
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infinitoneJun 20, 2021 12:46 AM
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Wait for prime day
Jun 20, 2021 12:46 AM
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eieio1Jun 20, 2021 12:46 AM
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Quote from Halcyi0n View quoted comment :
This an early prime day deal or might there be an even better price?
Free returns. Order these now and if Prime Day deal is better, return them...
Jun 20, 2021 12:46 AM
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timbihlJun 20, 2021 12:46 AM
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Quote from bkwd View quoted comment :
Lock screen only. NBD
Also, the ads stop showing up eventually if you always keep wifi off.
Jun 20, 2021 12:52 AM
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TuckinJun 20, 2021 12:52 AM
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I have the non light one and really wish I had this version as it's hard to read without backlight. Anyone try reading books on an iPad? How's that work? I know the advantage here is the eye strain and battery

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Jun 20, 2021 12:56 AM
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mastershadyJun 20, 2021 12:56 AM
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This is probably the same deal as Amazon Prime Day. How can I order this if I don't have my Alexa turned on and I can't do it….. for reasons? Lol
Jun 20, 2021 1:16 AM
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CaspperJun 20, 2021 1:16 AM
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I was able to get one twilight blue via the Amazon app with Alexa but for some reason the Sage color didn't work and was just adding the black version.
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Quote from mastershady View quoted comment :
This is probably the same deal as Amazon Prime Day. How can I order this if I don't have my Alexa turned on and I can't do it….. for reasons? Lol
i presume that they are just providing early access for prime/alexa users and you'll be able to get it monday (if not sooner) without the extra hoops.
Jun 20, 2021 1:19 AM
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pcgeekpcgeekJun 20, 2021 1:19 AM
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Quote from moralsage View quoted comment :
The should add warm lighting to these. Oasis had it but it's far too overpriced for a once in awhile reader.
The main reason for using a e-reader for me is to avoid the backlight/frontlight from shining directly into my eyes. I use my Kindle like a physical book with my desk lamp on in a well-lit room. Indirect lighting is way more easier on the eyes.
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Jun 20, 2021 1:28 AM
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weezer353Jun 20, 2021 1:28 AM
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Would anyone recommend this version over the paperwhite 2 (2013)? Mine works fine but I was wondering if those who have it think it's worth the upgrade
Jun 20, 2021 1:34 AM
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contraiumJun 20, 2021 1:34 AM
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Quote from shuffle View quoted comment :
Looks like you don't get the 3 months free kindle unlimited. Think this will be part of prime day?
No, most likely KU subs will be discounted.
Jun 20, 2021 1:36 AM
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contraiumJun 20, 2021 1:36 AM
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Quote from ChakkDay View quoted comment :
Will trade in discount work?
Just ordered blue via phone, trade in discount did not automatically apply. Haven't chatted in yet but should be easy enough to have them add it. Haven't completed order yet.

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Jun 20, 2021 1:47 AM
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Quote from pcgeekpcgeek View quoted comment :
The main reason for using a e-reader for me is to avoid the backlight/frontlight from shining directly into my eyes. I use my Kindle like a physical book with my desk lamp on in a well-lit room. Indirect lighting is way more easier on the eyes.
It's not 'backlight' for that exact reason. Kindle Paperwhite's are "front-lit." They have LED in the bezels that refract the light on layer of glass just above the e-ink screen (think a fiber-optic cable, but flattened out into a think sheet of glass). There are patterns on that glass that direct the light downward onto the e-ink screen across the entire width of it, giving a fairly even lighting effect that reflects back up, the same as your indirect lighting does (except probably more evenly). It also doesn't contain much blue light, which is the type that causes eye strain in the first place.

So, do whatever you like, but eye-strain on a kindle paperwhite simply isn't a thing. It's really well designed in that regard.
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