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Amazon’s first colour Kindle arrives in Australia: Colorsoft offers ‘real paper’ reading experiences

It’s already been declared as the ‘best all-purpose e-reader’ on the market.

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Amazon’s first-ever colour Kindle arrives in Australia: Colorsoft

Amazon’s first colour Kindle arrives in Australia: Colorsoft offers ‘real paper’ reading experiences

It’s already been declared as the ‘best all-purpose e-reader’ on the market.

This content is reviewed by the 7NEWS Editorial team. 7NEWS may receive a commission when you buy from links on our site. Prices correct at time of publication.

Calling all bookworms: Kindle’s most anticipated launch to date has just arrived on Aussie shores — and you could be one of the first to get your hands on it.

The Colorsoft Kindle, Amazon’s first-ever colour device, is now available to purchase online, for as little as $399.

More than just your average e-reader, Colorsoft offers an incredible display, allowing you to view images, book covers and even highlight text — all in colour.

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After launching back in 2024, Colorsoft has been declared as the “best all-purpose e-reader” on the market, and shoppers are racing to get their hands on the newly-launched device at Amazon Australia.

There’s two sizes available, 16G ($399) and 32G ($449), meaning there’s plenty of room to download and store all your favourite books from the Kindle store.

Perfect for on-the-go reading without lugging around heavy books, get in quick to get your hands on the newly-launched Kindle device.

Kindle’s Colorsoft is perfect for on-the-go reading.
Kindle’s Colorsoft is perfect for on-the-go reading. Credit: Amazon Australia

Whether you’re an avid reader or rely on a great book to keep you company on a daily commute, Kindle’s new Colorsoft is changing the game when it comes to reading on the move.

Lightweight, compact and easy to carry, this new arrival offers a high-contrast display that looks almost identical to reading a real paperback.

100 per cent distraction-free, with zero notifications or social media apps, it’s great for delving into a great novel, with anti-glare tech to reduce eye stain.

You can even read in the brightest light or late into the night with auto-adjusting features, perfect for flights or lounging in the sun.

Not to mention that the new Kindle is waterproof, so you can you can even sit and read by the pool — or in the bath — without the worry.

The new launch offers an incredible paper-like colour display.
The new launch offers an incredible paper-like colour display. Credit: Amazon Australia

“We’re delighted to bring Kindle Colorsoft to our customers in Australia,” Jacqui Corbett, Amazon Devices Country Manager, Australia and New Zealand, tells Best Picks.

“This is a significant milestone for Kindle locally, offering readers the perfect blend of our beloved e-reader experience with high-contrast colour capabilities.

“Whether you’re enjoying travel guides, children’s books, graphic novels, or cookbooks, or simply want to personalise your reading with colourful highlights, Kindle Colorsoft delivers this, giving an enhanced reading experience anywhere, anytime.”

To shop the Kindle Colorsoft, head to Amazon Australia here.

Free from distractions, settle in for the evening and delve into a great book.
Free from distractions, settle in for the evening and delve into a great book. Credit: Amazon Australia

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Already got your hands on the new Kindle? Keep your device extra safe with a luxe-looking protective cover.

Black, $69.95

Jade, $69.95

Raspberry, $69.95

Ruby, $99.95

Walnut, $99.95

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