Amazon has made a major overhaul of its e-reader lineup: not just one model has been updated, but the entire Kindle family . The company has unveiled a new generation, now available in Spain, featuring changes to the design, materials, and accessories, all designed for those who read for hours without distractions.
The underlying idea is not just to sell a more attractive device, but to unify the reading experience around a screen that sits flush with the frame, a color that runs throughout the entire body, and a series of practical details. These include aluminum finishes, replaceable batteries, and page-turn controls that allow users to turn pages without touching the screen.
A range redesigned from top to bottom
The most visible change is in the screen. Amazon claims to have started from scratch with a reverse stacking design , a solution the company says is new to the e-reader category. The result is a continuous surface, without the raised border that previously interrupted reading on some models.
This results in a thinner, more comfortable device to hold. Furthermore, the casing color extends from the front to the back , so the chosen shade looks the same whether the Kindle is on a table, a nightstand, or inside a bag. The announced finishes include ube purple, alpine blue, aqua, graphite, and burgundy.
The renewal comes at a time when Amazon is boasting of its traction: the company speaks of three consecutive years of double-digit growth and more than 720.000 billion pages read in 2025 alone. In a context where notifications and mobile phones pull us away, the firm argues that uninterrupted reading still has appeal.
Kindle Basics: Pocket-sized, aluminum, and with a replaceable battery
The entry-level model retains its 6-inch screen but is presented as the Kindle that best fits in your pocket . It maintains 16GB of storage, offers six weeks of battery life, and, according to Amazon, opens books 30% faster than the previous generation.
The power button has been moved from the bottom to the right side , near the top. It's a small detail, but it prevents accidental presses when the reader is placed on a table or held from below. The thickness has also been reduced and the margins narrowed.
The big news is that, for the first time, the basic Kindle is available with an aluminum back . It comes with 32GB of storage, a matte finish, and is made from 80% recycled aluminum. It's sold in alpine blue and aqua, while the standard model is available in ube purple and graphite.
Another important point for Europe is that the new models incorporate user-replaceable batteries . Amazon is thus getting ahead of European battery regulations, which, starting February 18, 2027, will require certain portable batteries to be removable and replaceable.
Paperwhite and Signature Edition
The Kindle Paperwhite remains the mid-range option, but it's now thinner and lighter than the previous generation. It retains water resistance, adjustable warm lighting, and up to 12 weeks of battery life.
Its 7-inch screen remains one of the defining features of the range, with a clear focus on text clarity. The Signature Edition adds an aluminum back cover and 32 GB of storage , as well as self-adjusting front light and a double-tap gesture to turn pages.
This edition also features charging via a cradle with contacts , instead of the wireless charging system found in other versions. For those who read daily and want a more robust device, the Signature stands out as the most complete alternative within the Paperwhite range.
Colorsoft and its paper-like color
The Kindle Colorsoft is Amazon's offering for comics, graphic novels, travel guides, and illustrated books. The company insists that its screen offers colors that look similar to paper , far removed from the intense glare of a conventional tablet.
To achieve this, the device uses a light guide with nitride LEDs that improve brightness and color rendering. It also incorporates an oxide backplate with custom waveforms, micro-deflectors to reduce stray light, and an optical coating designed to enhance sharpness.
The Colorsoft also adopts the new flush-mount display design and maintains 16 GB in its standard version. The Signature Edition variant increases to 32 GB, features an aluminum casing and contactless charging , and includes the same double-tap functionality and auto-adjustable backlight as the Paperwhite Signature.
Kindle Click, cases and charging docks
Amazon has provided readers with a range of accessories designed for those who want to turn pages without touching the screen. The most striking is Kindle Click , a compact Bluetooth remote that allows you to turn pages remotely and is compatible with newer models and any Kindle released since 2024.
The company suggests it for specific situations: reading under the covers, using the reader on a treadmill , or leaving it resting on an airplane tray table. A magnetic cover with integrated physical page-turn buttons is also available for the Signature editions.
The catalog is rounded out by a charging cradle that holds the device upright and several cases in knit fabric, vegetable-tanned leather, and grained leather. For models with aluminum casings, there are slim options with magnetic closures.
Prices in Spain and availability
In Spain, the basic 16GB Kindle starts at €154,99 , while the 32GB version with an aluminum back costs €194,99. The 16GB Paperwhite starts at €209,99, and the 32GB Signature Edition is priced at €259,99.
The 16GB Colorsoft costs €299,99, and the 32GB Colorsoft Signature Edition is €329,99. All three models have children's versions, with specially designed cases and a 12-month Amazon Kids+ subscription for access to books and audiobooks.
Accessories are also priced in euros: the Kindle Click remote costs €34,99, the page-turning cover €79,99, the charging dock €54,99, and general covers start at €54,99. Pre-orders are now open, although availability may vary depending on the model and market.
For those with a recent Kindle, the upgrade won't be dramatic because many key features remain. The proposition becomes even more compelling if your current Kindle is several years old, if you're looking for a thinner and lighter device, or if you prefer an aluminum finish without going for a high-end model. The new Kindle family offers less distraction and more reasons to continue reading on a dedicated device.