Fun fact: Alongside beaches, BBQs and Boxing Day cricket matches, apparently Aussies love a good Summer book session. With locals of the Land Down Under set to read billions of pages on their Kindle devices these holidays. Over three billion to be a little more precise – proving that the humble e-reader has found a permanent place in our hearts (and atop our Eskys!). Adding to this seasonal reading frenzy, Amazon has just unveiled its latest Kindle lineup. This is headlined by the all-new Kindle Scribe, now available for purchase in Australia. But, this device isn’t just for bookworms. It’s also a perfect fit for professionals, students, and general to-do list enthusiasts (ahem, manic holiday planners?) who are ready to embrace the ultimate fusion of reading and writing.
Introducing the Kindle Scribe
The Kindle Scribe is a hybrid device that combines the joy of e-reading with the practicality of a digital notebook. Picture this: you’re halfway through a gripping novel and a brilliant idea (or a reminder to take the lamb off the bbq) strikes. With Kindle Scribe’s Active Canvas feature, you can jot down notes directly on the page without losing your place. The text on the screen will adjust dynamically to accommodate your musings. Genius, right?
Its 10.2-inch glare-free display, with 300ppi resolution and adjustable warm light, ensures you can read or write anywhere – be it the comfort of your couch or the middle of a campsite. The Premium Pen, which requires no charging, also offers a seamless writing experience. That means, whether you prefer a fountain pen feel or the precision of a marker, the Scribe’s customisable writing styles have you covered.
For the multitaskers, the Scribe’s Send-to-Kindle feature allows you to annotate documents and PDFs, convert handwritten notes into text, and email them to yourself or your team. It’s a versatile tool for staying organised, sparking creativity, and keeping up with your goals.
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While the Kindle Scribe is certain to top many a Santa Wish List, the revamped Kindle lineup ensures there’s a device for every reader. Naughty or nice!
- Kindle Paperwhite. The thinnest and fastest edition yet, with 25% faster page turns and up to three months of battery life. Prices start at $299.
- Kindle (2024). Compact and budget-friendly, it now comes in a fresh Matcha green for those who love a pop of colour.
- Kindle Colorsoft. Coming to Australia in 2025, it will be the first Kindle to showcase colour. Imagine browsing vibrant book covers and adding colour-coded highlights to your favourite reads.
The future of reading
Aussie Kindle readers already average an impressive 25,000 pages per year. So, it’s no surprise that Summer is set to amplify this love affair with the written word. The Kindle Scribe takes that passion to new heights by offering tools to read, write, and create, all within a single device. Whether you’re a professional aiming for inbox zero, a student mastering your lecture notes, or a dreamer doodling your next big idea, the Kindle Scribe fits seamlessly into your lifestyle.
It also seamlessly integrates into the current Kindle ecosystem, which includes a free two-month subscription to Kindle Unlimited. With access to thousands of e-books spanning every genre imaginable, your summer reading list just got a serious upgrade. Three billion pages? Let’s make it four in 2025!
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Available in sleek Tungsten and the Amazon-exclusive Metallic Jade, the Kindle Scribe starts at $649. For an extra touch of style and protection, new folio covers are also available in Black and Dark Emerald.
The entire Kindle range is now available on Amazon.com.au, with select models also available at leading Australian retailers like JB Hi-Fi and Officeworks. With sustainable packaging and features designed to cater to every type of reader, this lineup is more than ready to make a splash this Summer.
