Amazon has recently unveiled two new e-readers with color displays, providing a refreshing change from the traditional black and white e-ink screens. These new devices, the Kindle Colorsoft and the Colorsoft Kids edition, expand Amazon’s e-reader lineup alongside the existing Colorsoft Signature Edition Kindle.
The Kindle Colorsoft boasts 16GB of storage, rapid page turns, adjustable warm lighting, extended battery life lasting weeks, and complete access to the Kindle bookstore. While it may not have all the features of the Signature Edition, such as extra storage and wireless charging, it does come at a more affordable price point. The standard Colorsoft Kindle is priced at £239.99, making it a cheaper alternative to the Signature version priced at £269.99.
Customers purchasing the new Kindle Colorsoft can benefit from a 20% trade-in discount, along with a complimentary three-month subscription to Kindle Unlimited. Additionally, Amazon is introducing the Amazon Kindle Colorsoft Kids, priced at £259. This kid-friendly version includes 12 months of Amazon Kids+, a special cover, and a 2-year worry-free guarantee.
Amazon Kids+ offers a vast library of books and audiobooks for young readers, typically priced at £4.99 per month. However, purchasers of the Colorsoft Kids edition receive this service for free. The Colorsoft Kids also features a colorful display, water-resistant design, and built-in light for nighttime reading.
In an effort to encourage young readers, Amazon hopes that the introduction of color displays will enhance the reading experience. Both the Kindle Colorsoft and Colorsoft Kids are now available for purchase on Amazon and various UK retailers.