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@24cf648 Жыл бұрын
If you can afford it, go for the paperwhite. Not because it's shinier or more expensive, but simply because it's waterproof. A kindle can last you for decades if you treat it well
@Irthiza Жыл бұрын
Even my real books aren't waterproof. This is not a feature that is super important while buying a ebook reader of you don't read near a pool. And if you can afford a pool you can pretty much afford any ebook reader, no reason to buy the cheapest one.
@24cf648 Жыл бұрын
@@Irthiza but the occasional spill of water /tea or whatever can happen. Anyway it's like a 15€ difference between the basic and the paper white right now. Add warm light and it really makes a difference, but it's subjective
@aakash777 Жыл бұрын
Not to mention paperwhite led lighting is a lot more even compared to basic sunken version. Leds in sunken screens are way too noticeable.
@Irthiza Жыл бұрын
@@aakash777 and the text in sunken screen looks crispier and more natural. So there is merit to both.
@Irthiza Жыл бұрын
@@24cf648 the 16 gb version of PW and Basic has a price difference of 60$ in Australia, which is significant. Also at that price point Kobo Libra 2 is a much better pick as it comes with more memory, physical buttons and overdrive.
@kristinl23363 ай бұрын
I have had the most recent model Paperwhite since Dec. of 2023. After 4 months of reading several books, I ordered my husband a Kindle Basic and I fell in love with it! So, I traded my Paperwhite for the Kindle Basic 22’. So much easier to hold and to take with me in a purse.
@serenaraquel39612 ай бұрын
Same !
@monicaailyn48164 ай бұрын
I love the smaller size of the original kindle😭 but I love the waterproof feature of the paperwhite
@duk1436Ай бұрын
Fr. They should make something in between for a bit higher price
@bhoqeem197510 ай бұрын
After many thoughts and considerations, I eventually bought the Paperwhite 11th gen. Turns out I really need that 7" screen real estate. And the battery life is amazing! WAY night and day improved compared to Oasis. I immediately succumbed to my readings after unboxing and setting up. Almost non-stop usage for 24 hours, and the battery only downed to 89% from 100%. The reading experience gets even better with a flip cover. It makes all the differences when reading with one hand. To say I am happy with my purchase is an understatement!
@antoniocitro590Ай бұрын
What’s better for reading with 1 hand? a popsocket or the cover?
@janedoe678 Жыл бұрын
My 2018 Paperwhite ended up in the washing machine (long story). I fished it out a few minutes into the wash cycle and it came out okay. When I upgraded this week, I stuck with the Paperwhite for the water resistance, but I would have preferred the smaller screen on the basic.
@QuintonDeLauda6 ай бұрын
The human race needs to know that story however long it may be
@mspirres6 ай бұрын
@@QuintonDeLauda+
@redda28 ай бұрын
Went for the basic over paperwhite. Good decision, the smaller size and lighter weight is so much better
@user-eu6wp6ws7c3 ай бұрын
Paperwhite is better
@samir.padillaАй бұрын
@@user-eu6wp6ws7cBetter for do biceps exercises 💪🏻
@xavierrethore3778 Жыл бұрын
The fluff and dust collecting at the bottom of the device means that it will be the Paperwhite for me, thank you for mentioning this.
@liamfeng2516 Жыл бұрын
I bought my first Kindle e-reader, which will arrive in a couple of days. I chose the 2022 basic Kindle just because it is smaller. Although Kindle Paperwhite is waterproof, I won't read near any water or solutions. The basic Kindel has a good price only $80 in the US when I am writing this comment.
@instabletech6 ай бұрын
how is your kindle 2022 now ?
@christinao8877 Жыл бұрын
Washed the Amazon Kindle a few days ago with a load of sheets by accident and it still worked. This was impressive.
@jersydvl5 ай бұрын
I once left an original GameBoy outside for a few days during Hurricane Bob in 1991 and it still works to this day. Some companies can actually make products that last still.
@Ratatoskr30078 ай бұрын
As someone who didnt know if if even like an ereader (and who has tiny hands) i got the basic and it is perfect for me. I can comfortably hold it in one hand and still turn the page. The perportions of the paperwhite are a little too big for my hands and its more unweildy. Big plus, it fits in my pockets!
@cherrylady199911 ай бұрын
I’ve had a 2019 basic for two years. Still great.
@Erdhenne6 ай бұрын
I'm having a paperwhite for over a year now and I have to say the big screen is what sold it for me. (Okay and the warm light option.) The older you get, the more you appreciate bigger fonts and the less scrolling is worth it imho.
@MiracleMadkins Жыл бұрын
I went for the paperwhite again after having the previous edition because I wanted the warm light and dark mode. The new one just fits better with my lifestyle. I’m pretty tech-y so the usb-c is nice, the added features, the real estate is perfect for when I want a bigger size font at a relaxed distance because I have long arms. Great investment.
@PackMan13x Жыл бұрын
Both versions have dark mode. I wouldn't call usb-c nice, I'd call it necessary and it's quite ridiculous that the 2018/19 models still used micro usb like it was 2007
@Void-Null-Panda Жыл бұрын
@@PackMan13xIt doesn't have warm light.
@earthreport26 Жыл бұрын
I don't really mind slightly bigger size of paperwhite but that extra 40 grams is what is a deal breaker for me
@tassieme Жыл бұрын
My 2012 Paperwhite is still in a good condition. Only the back of it that is very gluey and dirty so I need to put a case on.
@xblvckpinkx Жыл бұрын
I got the paperwhite signature edition for $85 best purchase I've ever made I'm so happy with it and can see myself using this for a long time (kinda hope they'll come out with a colored screen just because reading graphic novels looks a bit sad in black & white including the cover art)
@ericshatashvili50675 ай бұрын
Can you please share where you found this piece of art for $85?
@xio10622 ай бұрын
i have the standard kindle (11th gen) and i love it sooo much. if i could’ve afforded the paperwhite then i would’ve gotten it, but the standard kindle is absolutely perfect for everything in my experience, has zero shortcomings compared to the paperwhite aside from the fact that the paperwhite is waterproof. however, i don’t think it necessarily matters very much to have a waterproof kindle unless you’re frequently reading by pools or in boats.
@petercotton89 Жыл бұрын
The flush screen is what sold the paper white to me. The recessed screen of the standard means your normal kindle looks old and grubby after just a few months of ownership!
@jesustenes2 Жыл бұрын
The perfect device would be the PW with a sunken screen. I'm torn between the two, but for a device which is basically just a screen, I think I'll buy the crisper Basic scren.
@dadorapaic Жыл бұрын
Couldn’t agree more. Sunken screen is just way superior for reading - look and feel is much more paper like. Additional layer over the paperwhite for waterproofing just removes the magic and it becomes more tablet like. As you said, hybrid between those two devices would be the best option. Or offer a third option, something like non-waterproof paperwhite.
@fruitykrueger Жыл бұрын
Ppw5 was my first Kindle ever, and I was really excited to read on a paperlike screen, which resulted in disappoinment when I found out the screen doesn't look as sharp and crispy because of the extra layer. The same 300ppi on Kobo with flush screen looks far more superior.
@chooniklee Жыл бұрын
Completely agree. The paperwhite screen is a finger-print magnet! Terrible.
@trylogic4084 Жыл бұрын
When I bought the 2018 Paperwhite, the first thing that bugged me was the fact that the screen was flush. It really annoyed me when I was holding it and I didn't know where the edge of the frame around the text was if I wasn't looking straight at my fingers. My thumb would press down too close and it would accidentally change pages, sometimes several at a time, then I would have to page back until I found where I was. I don't care about it being waterproof. Honestly, I was more worried about the case getting wet. I was actually able to use the one I'd had on my prior Kindle, my beloved hot pink leather case. So tomorrow I receive my new 2022 Kindle. I hope I like it as much as I think I will.
@brandoncorreia60737 ай бұрын
Extremely informative, to the point and exactly what I wanted to know as I am looking to purchase a new Kindle. Thank you for a quality video. Cheers.
@kiranb7218 Жыл бұрын
This is the best review video I’ve watched! Thank you!
@soumenpaul75445 ай бұрын
Amazon should come up with both the basic and paperwhite in both sizes 6 and 7 inches. Yhe size really doesn't help much when it comes to reading scanned copy of books or technical book with lots of diagrams. For that a 10 inch device would be required
@simonhadley8829 Жыл бұрын
And then there's me, still operating on my first generation Nook.
@CasanOffi8 ай бұрын
Thank you very much for this detailed comparison :-) I highly tend to buy the basic edition from 2022, because of the smaller design (I also like the bezel/frame more than the flat surface of the paperwhite ^^) The only real gamechanger for me it the warmth light of the paperwhite... I often read in the dark and a backlit screen MUST be on the warmer side, I really cannot stand blueish light for long... Hard decision...
@FranzBinder20 Жыл бұрын
I still miss the mechanical buttons for page turning that they had in the beginning.
@svetofori Жыл бұрын
They still are in some models
@lvncr2 ай бұрын
Me too and I still have my kindle 4th Gen - and still works fine! Except it won’t download from kindle store anymore. But I still love it.
@sarmatiko Жыл бұрын
Worth mentioning that Amazon just started selling Certified Refurbished Paperwhite for 89$ (compared to Basic 2022 Kindle 99$ price tag). It's actually cheaper to get Paperwhite now if you dont mind refurbished devices. As for 2022 model - I'd pick it if it had warm light option. I'd pick warm light over increased internal storage any day, but unfortunately 2022 model lacks it, and I absolutely hated standard cold backlight of 2019 model.
@lymarie1974 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing this ❤
@Lhawga11 ай бұрын
I had a refurbished Kindle Paperwhite for years and it works just fine, after many years of harsh treatment by me
@zoehancock Жыл бұрын
Thanks for this- I've been trying to decide which to get, and you have really helped.
@rudya.hernandez7238 Жыл бұрын
For those that paid attention during the big sale, got two paperwhite (one for wife) for basically $110 each (including tax), plus case and two-year guaranteed (paperwhite kids bundle)
@ponuryi11 ай бұрын
More interesting for me was comparing kindle 2022 with paper white 2018
@bhoqeem1975 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for the review, Cam. Been waiting for this one.
@pocketlintcom Жыл бұрын
No problem!
@greysel3407 Жыл бұрын
Get we paperwhite 5 for its warm light. Once you experienced warm light in kindle you are never going back. If in the future they add warm light to basic model then ill probably grab 1 cuz of its size.
@saguablub2818Ай бұрын
Thank you for this great review! Personally, I'm gonna go for the paperwhite. As much as I dread too large to hold comfortably devices, what's even worse to me are blue white screens. My phone is almost sepia in comparison to what I see on other ppl's screens on the train x.x Eye comfort is a must when looking at a screen for prolonged time. Especially when you mainly have time to read during your commute to and from work and you eyes are already tired, either bc it's the early morning or because you stared at a screen all day at work. And as a backpack girl, I don't need it to fit in a purse (or pocket...) Plus, the paperwhite being waterproof is perfect for a nice bath or vacation~ And dust collecting in those edges of the other model would annoy me.. it already does with my phone cover.
@katyareads221 Жыл бұрын
I have a Kindle paperwhite (new) and a KOBO Libra....and an older Nook Glowlight. Each has its favorite options. I think I prefer the KOBO best with a close second at the paperwhite....you should make a list of features you prefer and buy the ereader that meets that. PS I like adjustable glowlight, buttons and bigger screen....everyone is different.
@baligan1400 Жыл бұрын
That's right. Everyone is different! I prefer crisper text in sunken screen.
@user-do8ky6gp3c Жыл бұрын
Thanks! Your review helped me decide which one to buy.
@Jumpman67 Жыл бұрын
I got a 16gb paper white for $100 on sale. The 8gb was $95. I think the paper white is the way to go for most people.
@liennn5772 Жыл бұрын
the 0.8 inch screen makes a world of difference
@kleversonm.bernardo Жыл бұрын
In Brazil, the Amazon Kindle 2022 will be send only in march/April 2023…
@sergiomontoyabriceno5674 Жыл бұрын
I think in Mexico too :/
@marcelizalde1292 Жыл бұрын
@@sergiomontoyabriceno5674 in Mexico my order says the basic will ship on December 18
@lemita18 Жыл бұрын
In argentina people are selling the kindle 2022 a 20% 40% more expensive than the paperwhite. i think its because its more new but its sucks
@user-gj7yt1yn9b Жыл бұрын
It's close to Paperwhite 10th
@Vangigichar8 ай бұрын
Why doesn’t the paperwhite come in color? Thanks for the great info!👛👛
@warmblanketlover Жыл бұрын
wish the basic one had warm light 😭
@dyhaeris8 ай бұрын
Fr🥲 I love everything abt it the not flush screen and size🥹🥹
@dyhaeris8 ай бұрын
Which one did u get? If you’ve done so, quite conflicted here
@warmblanketlover8 ай бұрын
@@dyhaeris I got the one with the warm light! But I found myself not using the warm light as much as I thought I would. That could just be me, though! I definitely still use it sometimes at night in my bed. Hope you figure out which one you should get :D ♡
@FourLetterWurdz4 ай бұрын
Man, I want the smooth screen of the paperwhite, but in the normal kindle size lmao. I dont care about the waterproofing or warm light.
@Britney_76543Ай бұрын
I accidentally purchased the smaller kindle and not the paperwhite. I prefer the smaller one though. The extra screen real estate isn't really necessary.
@zapikk Жыл бұрын
Thank you, man, I see you first time and I love your help :) I'll get the standard one as I won't have to transfer epubs :)
@retroman--6 ай бұрын
If you are going to get a Kindle '22...might as well get an older Kindle Paper White 7th Gen for 30 or 40 bucks or whatever they go for used nowadays.
@robin_birdie_9 ай бұрын
This silicon-like back material that now feels nicer in the hands (of Paperwhite) will turn into a muddy sticky rubber crap in 10 years. Proved by many phones and particularly nook simple touch.
@Ddifference2 ай бұрын
Thank you! Bought the smaller one :)
@dennisxxx360411 ай бұрын
Great overview! Thanks !
@melissamorrow6674 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for that - nice succint comparison to help me decide which to go for.
@evileyez504 Жыл бұрын
wish the paper white was smalller
@bigdocus Жыл бұрын
Great review, thank you.
@marinagrey903111 ай бұрын
Thank you Cam!
@imrankhanmac19 күн бұрын
thanks , getting kindle basic
@nata_mat Жыл бұрын
this was useful, thank you
@elliemon Жыл бұрын
I like kindle but I have no money. I look at every reviews because I like it so much.😧
@B1B2TVPH11 ай бұрын
I feel you. Right now, I'm saving money so I can buy Kindle Basic next month. Hopefully.
@chaulam5570 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for your video.
@madelineheinle4131 Жыл бұрын
What case did you use for your Paperwhite? Great review by the way!
@pocketlintcom Жыл бұрын
Hi! So I got sent the Paperwhite Kids Edition, so it's one of the ones that comes with that. It's the 'Robot Dreams' case.
@madelineheinle4131 Жыл бұрын
@@pocketlintcom thank you so much!
@MM-qv5lf4 ай бұрын
Would love to get a Kindle Paperwhite, but it's just too small, at 6.8" might as well use your phone.
@kiril19 күн бұрын
Turn it 180 degrees.
@JoeGP6 ай бұрын
other reviews and people say the flush screen on the Paperwhite is a bad thing, adds a shadow and doesn't look as crisp, any thoughts ?
@JohnnyWrongo-b9l Жыл бұрын
Bigger is better regarding the screen size.
@icecreamforever Жыл бұрын
Stopped upgrading my Kindle when Amazon started charging a £20 advertising tax.
@VixxKong2 Жыл бұрын
Aye bro what are you reading? That title in the thumbnail is out of pocket
@BAbivaJr Жыл бұрын
Kindle Paperwhite ALL DAY
@elainejan Жыл бұрын
Thank you
@rebeccajoyful Жыл бұрын
Rebecca Houghton 1 second ago The only way I know how to switch to a different book after finishing one, is to completely turn it off. I need help, but don´t know who to ask.
@Jean.B55 Жыл бұрын
Hope you found out in the meantime. Anyways, in case you have not, tap on the top of the screen, a banner will pop up with different options, tap on Library, and there you go.
@sohappyilltry24 күн бұрын
if they couldve a version same size as ipad mini and thin bezel
@oreocookie33797 ай бұрын
you look like Brendan Fraser
@beammeup8458Ай бұрын
Kindle store does not include the books I want to recread from the 60s. Okay it has all Orwell but only one book from Han Suyin ... my great influence on me from my past ... it may be an anti China attitude in which case GFY. I loved my original Kindle with key pad, much more direct and positive than the mystery of what to poke my finger at. My Surface Pro is much better .....
@adrianfernandez7458 Жыл бұрын
I have that book on my kindle ‘ how to kill your family’. My kindle displays the hard cover but I see on yours it displays the paperback cover. I like that one better. Is there a way to change covers?
@simplywanda1065 Жыл бұрын
Since they sent you the kids addition, does it restrict the types of books you can download ? I had never thought to get the kids version before but I wouldn't mind the whale cover for that price.
@amarahicks5138 Жыл бұрын
Kinda. The kids section is restricted but you can just exit out of the kids section and it will turn into the normal Kindle with all the regular features.
@simplywanda1065 Жыл бұрын
@@amarahicks5138 I actually bought the paperwhite not long after my comment cause it went on sale. My old paperwhite battery was dying fast.
@bsdpowaАй бұрын
6weeks battery life at 30min per day is really bad, that's 10days if you read 2h/day, my old kindle from 2014 has better life than that wtf
@rantg Жыл бұрын
isn't the basic model feel cheap and get scratch easily ?
@jflhr Жыл бұрын
I heard the same
@jflhr Жыл бұрын
But a cover will solve the issue I guess
@meh3247 Жыл бұрын
*BUYER BEWARE!* Amazon are selling the Kindle 2022 purportedly “without ads”, yet these devices clearly contain advertising in the form of lists on the home screen headed (and I quote), “Discover Books”, “Try Unlimited Reading & Listening”, “New releases in Kindle Store”, “Books that look great on Kindle” and “Most wished for Kindle books”. This is a clear cut case of false advertising, attempting to sell devices labelled, “without advertising” that clearly, and by the definition of the Law, contain large quantities of advertising.
@CerroZimm3 ай бұрын
kindle is a e-Reader for minority culture. For international flavoured device, it has to be kobo.
@redditfm4578 Жыл бұрын
Will never beat a book
@jonathanangeles1881 Жыл бұрын
No, beat a thousand books
@FranzBinder20 Жыл бұрын
Thought so, too, but by now I love reading on Kindle.
@PackMan13x Жыл бұрын
I love my kindles, but these things are highway robbery. They are still slow amd choppy with the processing power of a potato 🥔 and made out of super cheap materials. They are charging us $100-$350 for $10 worth of hardware and processing speeds that rival the atari 2600.
@larsthorwald3338 Жыл бұрын
Boycott Amazon.
@artjomenko7 ай бұрын
Спасибо!
@leahtriwahyuni Жыл бұрын
Great review!! I would have purchased the new basic Kindle 2022 in a heartbeat if it was readily available in Australia🥹 It’s such a great size, has great features and is such a great price. Luckily I was able to take advantage of an Amazon sale and purchased the Kindle Paperwhite 2021. I don’t regret it at all! Much smaller than I thought, very easy for my XS hands to grip, love the flush screen and always leave it on the warmest light setting. Most importantly, the waterproofing has been a feature that keeps me at ease when reading near water. I agree that you’d be happy with either! Get a Paperwhite 2021 (on sale) if you need waterproofing or get the basic Kindle 2022 as a more portable option… or get both!😅
@drstrange94 Жыл бұрын
Yeah..i too was in the same situation as kindle 2022 was not yet available in India , so went for the paperwhite on sale😀..The warmlight feature in paperwhite is so soothing to eyes in dark and the bigger screen also is a plus..Happy with the decision 😎
@zoehancock Жыл бұрын
@@drstrange94 The warm light is the deciding factor for me. It's going to be a Christmas present from my partner so I now need to wait patiently while really quite excited....