The aluminum back features wedge-shaped grip design, which, according to Amazon, makes it easier to hold the device. For one, this Kindle feels a bit clunkier than the previous Kindles. The Kindle Oasis is a simple and elegant e-reader but the design comes with a few gripes, of course. I don’t understand why and have never received a satisfactory explanation. This is an ongoing yet mystifying issue where functionality is limited for Canadian customers. (That’s a feature that’s available on the other readers too, however.) Yet in a significant disappointment, it appears Audible is not available on this device in Canada. You can also supposedly access Audible audio books on the device too. Just head to the Store tab and search or surf for what you want. ![]() Fortunately you can buy the books right on device. To get much use from the Oasis, you need to buy books from Amazon. Get books and audio books from Amazon and Audible, but not really Its cheaper sibling, the Kindle Paperwhite (read that review here), which has a 6-inch screen, starts at $130, and is perfectly adequate for most people. It is also waterproof.įor some, the Kindle Oasis may seem like overkill. It’s got a high-res 7-inch monochrome display with adaptable brightness feature that adjusts the screen’s color tone depending on your ambient light conditions for what Kindle says is a better reading experience and reduced eye strain. ![]() The new Kindle Oasis still has its signature design with a wide aluminum body with a bump out on the back. So what’s new? The new Kindle Oasis is slightly refreshed. Supported formats: Kindle (AZW/AZW3), PDF, TXT, MOBI, PRC, Audible (AAX).Battery life: up to 6 weeks reading 30 min/day.Connectivity: Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, micro USB, optional 4G. ![]() Display: 7-inch e-ink display (300ppi) with colour adjustable frontlight.
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