Give your old Kindle to Amazon and you'll get something much better for less

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Kindle Colorsoft update(Image: Kindle Colorsoft update)

If your current Kindle is looking a little past its best, then now could be a very good time to switch to something different. Amazon has just confirmed the release of two new e-readers that both offer colour displays rather than the usual boring black and white e-ink screen.

This duo of devices now joins the original Colorsoft Signature Edition Kindle, which launched last year and also offers that colourful screen upgrade.

So what's new, how much do they cost and how do you get money off?

The first of the updated range is simply called the Kindle Colorsoft. It arrives with 16GB of storage, fast page turns, an adjustable warm light, long battery life that can last for weeks, and full access to the Kindle bookstore.

It's not quite as feature-packed at the Signature Edition which includes extra storage, auto light settings and wireless charging but it is slightly more affordable.

The new standard Colorsoft Kindle costs £239.99 - that's compared to the Signature version which is priced at £269.99.

Those buying this latest e-reader can also trade-in what they already own and get 20% off, plus there's free access to Kindle Unlimited for three months when popping the Colorsoft into online shopping baskets.

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So what else is new from Amazon?

The online retailer is launching a new Amazon Kindle Colorsoft Kids, which is priced at £259 but comes with 12 months of Amazon Kids+, a kid-friendly cover, and a 2-year worry-free guarantee.

For those not aware, Amazon Kids+ is a subscription service that includes thousands of books and audiobooks for young readers. It usually costs £4.99 per month, but those buying this latest Kindle get it for free.

Other bonus extras on the Colorsoft Kids include that colourful display, a water-resistant design, and light for reading at night.

Amazon is hoping that offering some colour will make younger bookworms want to read for longer.

"On average, kids read over 45 minutes a day when they sit down with their Kindle, and in 2024, kids who read graphic novels and comics spent 46% more total reading time compared to the average Kindle Kids reader," Amazon explained.

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Both of these devices are now available to buy from Amazon and other UK retailers.