Amazon S Basic Kindle Adds New Features So Might Finally Be Pleasant To Use
The new entry-level Kindle has a hi-res screen and USB-C charging. It still lacks a warm front light and waterproofing.The Kobo might be superior, but e-book lock-in is a huge factor. Until this week, the basic Kindle, which is the lowest—and therefore, default—option in its e-reader lineup, had a pitifully low 167 PPI screen resolution and an old micro USB charging/syncing port. MicroUSB, for those who can’t be bothered to keep track of the names, is the most annoying of all USBs, usually taking at least three tries to insert the right way around....