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anglotopia.netAmazon to End New Book Purchases on 13 Older Kindle Models Starting May 20
Amazon will stop supporting new book purchases, downloads, and borrowing on 13 older Kindle e-readers and tablets beginning May 20, 2026. Existing books remain accessible on the devices and through the Kindle app or website. The company said the change affects about 3 percent of…
theverge.comBoox Releases Tappy Bluetooth Page-Turning Remote for E-Readers and Other Devices
Boox announced the Tappy, a two-key remote that turns pages on its tablets and e-readers while adding controls for scrolling and music playback. The $25.99 device is available now and works with more than Boox hardware. It features a retro typewriter design with swappable keycaps…
thurrott.comAmazon Releases Kindle Scribe 2025 and Colorsoft E Ink Models
Amazon introduced the Kindle Scribe 2025 black-and-white model and the new Kindle Scribe Colorsoft with a color E Ink display. The devices feature stylus-based writing, book annotation tools and extended battery life. A reviewer tested both units for one week and compared them to…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewAmazon Launches System-Wide Dark Mode Update for Kindle Colorsoft and Scribe Colorsoft
Amazon announced on April 28, 2026, the rollout of system-wide dark mode for its Kindle Colorsoft and Kindle Scribe Colorsoft devices, enabling white text on black backgrounds across the user interface. The update also introduces Smart Shapes tools for the Scribe Colorsoft's note…
app.buzzsumo.comAmazon Ends Support for Kindle Devices Released Before 2013
Amazon has announced it will discontinue support for Kindle e-readers released before 2013, preventing owners from downloading new e-books. The policy affects devices from 2012 and earlier, rendering them unable to access fresh content. Users have expressed frustration over the c…