Amazon's Latest E-Reader Offering: Kindle Oasis
In a brief listing this morning, Amazon China unveiled details about the upcoming Kindle Oasis before promptly removing the post. The leak has provided a glimpse into the features and specifications of the new flagship e-reader.
One significant change is the page-turn buttons, which have been repositioned to one side of the device, unlike the previous models that featured one on each side. This asymmetrical design accommodates a larger battery, promising 20 months of standby battery life—equivalent to nearly two years. Additionally, the new solar-powered battery case ensures the Kindle Oasis may never require a physical recharge.
Display-wise, the Oasis will offer a 300 pixels-per-inch (ppi) screen that matches the sharpness and text clarity of the Kindle Voyage. Notably, there's been a 60 percent increase in the number of LEDs inside, enhancing the uniformity of backlighting for reading in low-light conditions.
Despite these improvements, the e-reader does not appear to boast waterproofing or the new IMX.7 dual-core processor. It seems like an evolution of the Kindle brand, though the value of an upgrade remains to be seen.
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While specific details about the Kindle Oasis (2021) are yet to be officially announced, the common features of past Kindle Oasis models include a 6-inch or 7-inch screen, waterproof design (IPX8 rating), adjustable backlight, various storage capacities, and Wi-Fi connectivity. The exact release date and any unique features have yet to be confirmed.
The Kindle Oasis (2021) promises increased battery life, offering 20 months of standby power, thanks to its asymmetrical design which accommodates a larger battery. Moreover, its solar-powered battery case ensures the device may never need a physical recharge, making it a notable addition among e-reader accessories and gadgets in technology.
