Kindle e-Reader Question(s)

4 years ago

DH has a Paperwhite that I got him several years ago. He loves it but has recently said that he'd like to have a Paperwhite with WiFi and cellular connectivity. Well, I am not finding that those exist, at least not new ones.

My bit of research has shown me Kindle Oasis and Kindle Voyage. I've read the pros and cons, but, frankly, I don't like his Paperwhite (I have a Fire). I can't stand the way the pages briefly blink when turning them (he doesn't notice it). So, I'm not sure that I can be a proper judge of what to buy him.

Yes, of course I could ask him. But I'd like it to be something under the tree that he opens without knowing what it is first.

Do any of you have any of the above? He did specify "Paperwhite with WiFi and cellular connectivity" but I think that that's because he has a Paperwhite and perhaps doesn't know about the Oasis or Voyage and thinks that what he wants does exist.

Any thoughts? Advice? Can anyone correct me and tell me that I can, in fact, get exactly what he wants, brand new?

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Lindsey_CA

4 years ago

I have two Kindle Paperwhites with WiFi and cellular connectivity. Hubs has one with Wifi and cellular, and one with only WiFi. Unfortunately, as has been pointed out, above, the cellular connectivity on new devices is now only available on the Kindle Oasis. The Oasis is significantly more expensive ($250) than the "regular" Paperwhite ($140).

Yes, @aok27502, you can download the free Kindle app on many devices -- I have it on my desktop computer (running Windows 10), as well as on my iPad Air and iPhone. But, a big advantage to reading on an actual Kindle device is the absence of glare on the screen. The built-in front lighting is great for reading in a dark room (e.g., in bed while your spouse is trying to sleep). And Kindles are very light weight.

@Suzieque you might be able to find an earlier generation Paperwhite with WiFi and cellular on Amazon.

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aok27502
4 years ago
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What about a tablet with the Kindle app? I have a Samsung galaxy tablet, it does almost everything I did on my laptop, and I like the Kindle app just fine. I'm not sure what features the Paperwhite might have that may be lacking.
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PattiG(rose)
4 years ago
Has he tried your Kindle Fire? I find mine great for reading.
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woodrose77
4 years ago
All Kindle Paperwhites have WiFi connectivity. Kindle Oasis also has cellular connectivity. Go to this link and scroll down to find a chart with information about all Kindles.

amazon.com/dp/B08KTZ8249?ref_=nav_em__k_ods_eink_sd_mc_02_7_5
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Elmer J Fudd
4 years ago
See below, same comment in reply to same question in Computer Help forum

I wonder why your husband wants something with cell phone connectivity. Most internet providers offer free access to Wifi hotspots in public places and residential neighborhoods. There are thousands (probably tens of thousands) of such access points and they're all over the place.

The different ISPs share their access to customers of other companies. Take a look at this map for an example of where these hotspots are

Free access to Wifi in public place for ISP customers
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Suzieque
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4 years ago
Thanks, all. (Elmer, I posted the same question in the Computer Forum separately because it didn't give me the option to also post there when I scrolled through other forums to post to. Not sure if that makes sense. So I just copied and pasted with the intention of checking both forums.).

I've no idea why he wants cellular connectivity. He's pretty tech savvy and we know where hot spots are and can also create our own. (Regarding Wifi in public places, of course those are not secure). I just want to get him what he wants and am trying to get as close to it as possible.

I guess it'll probably be the Oasis thay's closest. I'll take a closer look, and I thank you all for taking the time to respond.
joann_fl
4 years ago
I am pretty sure my paperwhite has Wi-Fi. it's the waterproof one. Its less than a year old. not sure which one it is
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Elmer J Fudd
4 years ago
Security shouldn't be a concern for downloading E-books but maybe he's using it to access the internet for general use? I believe any Wifi RF connection, even at home, is theoretically interceptable - only a wired connection fixes that, unless he's using VPN.

Whatever works.
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Suzieque
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4 years ago
I bought the Oasis with WiFi and cellular connectivity. And it is ”free returns” if he decides he wants a different one. BUT! It wont arrive until the end of January. Oh well. My fault for procrastinating. I’ll put a picture of it on a box and wrap that.

Thank you all.

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