Pondering the prospect of shelling out top dollar for the next Amazon Kindle Scribe edition?
Redesigned My Notes and Reads: The Kindle Scribe Revolution
In 2024, Amazon unveiled the new Kindle Scribe, a versatile device that merges the best of an e-reader with premium note-taking and drawing features. Since its launch, this powerhouse device has beenchronically going on sale every two months, some months even more. Since it's pricier, the question looms - wait for a sale or make the switch now?
The answers lie in the numbers. Take the past month, for instance. The Amazon Kindle Paperwhite, Paperwhite Signature Edition, Kindle Colorsoft, and base Kindle racked up over 10,000 units sold in the U.S., each costing between $100 and $229. In contrast, the Kindle Scribe only managed to sell a meager 1,000 units during the same period. It's a different scene in the UK, Amazon's second-largest market for Kindle sales. Here, even the base Kindle and Kindle Paperwhite sold a respectable 5,000 units each. The Paperwhite Signature Edition and the Colorosft were close behind, selling 2,000 and 500 units respectively. The Kindle Scribe, on the other hand, only surpassed the 100-unit mark.
You might ask, why the stark difference? Pricing. The Kindle Scribe retails at $399 for the 16GB version, $419 for the 64GB, and $449 for the 128GB version. When it's not on sale, it's a tough sell. However, when it does go on sale, it generally receives a discount ranging from $50 to $100, making it a better deal for those with their eyes on this device.
The Kindle Scribe is more than a powerful e-reader; it's a 2-in-1 device that lets you write right on the pages of books with the Active Canvas function. Its premium pen feels like writing on paper, and you can write in books without worrying about running out of space. The built-in notebook allows you to take notes, create lists, and journal all in one place, which can be converted to text and emailed. Essentially, the Kindle Scribe is a Kindle and a notebook, merged into one sleek device.
So, the decision comes down to you. If you can't wait for the next sale or simply don't want to chance it, the Kindle Scribe is available for purchase at full price. But for those who prefer the thrill of a good deal and enjoy some extra savings, grabbing it during the sale might be the way to go.
Michael Kozlowski - Editor-in-Chief
Michael Kozlowski, our resident expert, has been delving into the world of audiobooks and e-readers for the last fifteen years. His insights have been featured in numerous top-tier publications such as the CBC, CNET, Engadget, Huffington Post, and the New York Times. Hailing from Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, Michael continues to keep us abreast of the latest trends in the world of e-reading. Stay updated with his expert opinions right here.
- The Kindle Scribe, a device blending e-reader capabilities with premium note-taking features, is more than just a gadget; it's a 2-in-1 device that allows users to write directly on e-books with the Active Canvas function.
- With its premium pen that mimics writing on paper and the ability to write in books without space limitations, the Kindle Scribe also offers a built-in notebook for taking notes, creating lists, and journaling all in one place, making it a combination of an e-reader and a notebook.
