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Amazon has recently unveiled four new Kindle models, but in a surprising turn of events, it has also decided to discontinue the Kindle Oasis. Originally introduced in 2016 and last updated in 2019, this marks the conclusion of Kindle devices featuring physical page-turn buttons.
Devon Corvasce from Amazon stated, “Once our current stock of the Kindle Oasis is sold out both online and in retail locations, we will not be replenishing it.” Currently, the device is listed as unavailable on Amazon’s US website; however, used versions can still be found on Amazon UK.
Corvasce noted that users have shown a preference for tapping their screens to navigate through ebooks rather than using physical buttons. This trend will influence all future Kindle models moving forward.
Historical Context and Future Directions
The lack of updates since 2019 likely contributed to Amazon’s decision to retire the Kindle Oasis. Between its initial launch and its final iteration in 2019, there was only one additional update released in 2017.
The latest version of the Kindle Oasis featured a 7-inch display with adjustable brightness and warmth settings. Additionally, it could automatically adjust brightness based on surrounding light conditions.
Looking ahead, you can read our hands-on review of the new Amazon Kindle Colorsoft for insights into this innovative model that introduces color screens to Kindles. Priced at $279.99 / £269.99 with Australian pricing yet to be announced, it’s an exciting option for readers seeking something fresh.
Apart from this new model, Amazon has also refreshed other offerings including updates for the Kindle Paperwhite and the entry-level Amazon Kindle along with stylus support for the revamped Kindle Scribe—providing ample choices for those considering an upgrade from their old Oasis model.
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