Amazon has announced that some older Kindle models will no longer be able to access e-books. This has left people who have stayed loyal to their older model unable to access new content.
The change was made last month, and cut off access to the Amazon store for five different Kindle models. Amazon has not given a reason for blocking access for these devices, but the Good e-Reader website has suggested it could be due to the ageing hardware and software of these Kindle devices.
The older technology would make it more difficult to obtain necessary permissions to make store purchases. There are still ways to get new books on these older Kindles, however. Here are the models that are affected, and how to get new E-books onto the blocked devices.
Models impacted
Only older models of the device were blocked from the change, including the second-generation Kindle released in 2009 and the fifth generation model, which was launched in 2012.
Impacted devices are as follows:
- Kindle (2nd Generation) International
- Kindle DX International
- Kindle Keyboard
- Kindle (4th Generation)
- Kindle (5th Generation)
Users will still be able to read books that are already in their library, but will not be able to buy new books using the outdated Kindle.
How to get new books on a blocked Kindle
The change was first announced in May, giving users some time to get a newer model. However, there are ways to get around the blocked e-book store access, allowing you to get new books while still using an old device.
The consumer experts at Which? have revealed that the workaround is as simple as downloading and paying for new books from the Amazon e-book website first and then sending them to your Kindle. This can be done using a PC or laptop.
If you're not too keen on the extra work, those impacted by the change have received 30 per cent off a new Kindle and £25 in Kindle eBook credits. This offer will run out on September 14, 2022.
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