The 11th generation of the new model has appeared in Amazon's e -book leader "Kindle Paperwhite".I had the opportunity to use it quickly, so I would like to tell you about features and usability.[Image] In the latest version of the library book and Kindle Paperwhite, the display size is 6 in Kindle Paperwhite (11th generation)..Large to 8 inches.In addition, it has evolved appropriate for an update over three years, such as improving response and strengthening the internal light.Kindle Paperwhite is the most popular model among Amazon's e -book leaders.The Kindle series lineup has three main types, with the entry "Kindle", the regular model "Kindle Paperwhite", and the top model "Kindle Oasis".This time, I tried a normal model (8GB / without advertisement) of 16,980 yen including tax, but the kids model will be available at the same price.The model comes with a one -year Amazon Kids+service, a two -year warranty, and a kids cover for protection.In addition, a 32GB model "Signature Edition" that supports wireless charging and automatic brightness as a variation of Paperwhite.This is 19,980 yen including tax, and will appear on November 10.■ The biggest point is that the screen has become larger as mentioned earlier in this model, as mentioned earlier in this model.Until now, it was equipped with a 6 -inch electronic paper, but 6.Large to 8 inches.The size approaches the 7 -inch of the top model OASIS, and it is almost the same size when arranged with a paperback book.In particular, many users who read manga would have felt that the 6 -inch so far was "small and difficult to read."It became more than a little more and easier to read.Also, even in regular books, if the screen is large, the amount of characters that can be displayed at once will increase, making it easier to read.The resolution is stationary from the conventional 300ppi, but even if the character size is set smaller, the font can be clearly displayed.In the lower model Kindle's 167ppi, you may be worried about the dot feeling, so if you have enough budget, you want to choose more than Paperwhite.As an aside, I want to be careful because manga data tends to be large.The storage of this unit is 8GB, but it can save thousands of regular books, but only about 130 books are included in manga.If you want to save many manga, you may want to choose a 32GB signature edition.■ The advantage of electronic paper used by the Kindle series of "internal light" that is more comfortable in more comfortable situations is the reflective display.In a bright environment such as outdoors during the day, have you ever experienced that your smartphone screen is dark and hard to see?Since the electronic paper itself does not emit lightly, it is a mechanism that is seen by applying environmental light like paper, so it can be read comfortably even in direct sunlight.Conversely, in dark places such as indoors, the internal lights installed on the display surface may be used.In this unit, the number of LEDs to be installed is increased from 5 to 17, making it even higher lighter from the previous model.I tried arranging it with the iPhone 13, but the brightness set in the iPhone and the full light emission of Paperwhite felt the same.With this brightness, there seems to be almost no difficulties indoors.In addition, a new "color toning light function" mounted on OASIS is installed from this work.Until now, the lights were only white, but they can be changed to warm amber.The color can be adjusted in 24 steps, and automatic on -off can be performed according to the specified time, sunrise / sunset.At night, it can be used according to the environment, such as making it amber and reducing blue light, or a color that is familiar even in a light bulb -colored space.■ USB Type-C is adopted, and the battery life is long and welcomed personally.This is the first Kindle series.Since the number of devices equipped with Micro USB has decreased, I am grateful that it can be unified to USB Type-C.In addition, the battery life has been improved by about 65 % compared to the previous model, such as the use of up to 10 weeks.The body size is 125W x 174H x 8.1Dmm.Along with the large screen, it is 9 mm from the previous model and 7mm in the vertical vertical.The thinness of the bezel feels more stylish, even in appearance.It weighed 205g, which was about 10g heavy.Nevertheless, if you actually take it in your hand, you can grab the left and right with one hand.It's okay to pick it up, and this can be used comfortably in long -term reading.This was the same for the conventional model, but I should note that the back of the main unit is easily damaged.The matte rubber was processed, and it was hard to slip with a smooth feel, but just put it on the desk was scratched on the edge.Similarly, fingerprints are also noticeable, so if you are worried about scratches and dirt, I would like to consider the protection case together.I think many people read e -books on tablet terminals such as smartphones and iPad mini.However, e -book leaders like Kindle can enjoy more comfortable reading.Electronic paper is easy on the eyes, and once you charge it, you don't have to worry about the battery for a few weeks.Especially in this unit, the screen is 6.With the 8 inches, the manga can be read more comfortably.Of course, even textbooks such as paperback books increase the amount that can be displayed at once, so it is overwhelmingly easy to read.The built -in light was also enhanced, and the ease of use was polished.Paperwhite is definitely recommended for users who buy a new Kindle series, and even if you replace the previous model Paperwhite, you will be able to experience the larger screen.Conversely, the difference from the upper model Oasis has decreased, so it can be said that it is necessary to buy Oasis at a price nearly double.Unlike reading on smartphones, not only the specifications that were considered to read e -books, there is also the advantage of not having to worry about notifications and other apps.From that point of view, it is a model that not only users who want to enjoy reading comfortably, but also users who want to concentrate on reading books.
Editorial Department: Kota Hirayama