1. Neke atu i teview
The Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition is an advanced e-reader designed for an immersive reading experience. It features a 6.8-inch glare-free display with 300 ppi, an auto-adjusting front light, wireless charging capabilities, and 32 GB of storage. This device is built to read like real paper, even in bright sunlight, and offers extended battery life for weeks of reading on a single charge.

The Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition offers a comfortable reading experience with its large display and advanced features.
Āhuatanga matua:
- Enhanced Reading Experience: 6.8-inch 300 ppi glare-free display that mimics real paper.
- Adaptive Lighting: Auto-adjusting front light and adjustable warm light for comfortable reading day or night.
- Whakataunga Ahokore: Conveniently charge your device using a compatible Qi wireless charger (sold separately).
- Ampte Rokiroki: 32 GB of storage to hold thousands of books and audiobooks.
- Roa te Ora Pūhiko: Up to 10 weeks of battery life on a single charge.
- Hoahoa parewai: IPX8 rated, allowing for reading in various environments without worry.
2. Tatūnga
2.1 Wetewete pouaka me te utu tuatahi
Upon opening the box, you will find your Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition device, a USB-C charging cable, and a Quick Start Guide. It is recommended to fully charge your device before first use.
- Connect the USB-C cable to the charging port on your Kindle.
- Connect the other end of the cable to a computer or a 9W USB power adapter (not included).
- A full charge from a computer takes approximately 5 hours. With a 9W USB power adapter, it takes less than 2.5 hours. For wireless charging, it takes less than 3.5 hours with a compatible 10W Qi wireless charging pad (sold separately).
2.2 Hiko / Whakaweto
To power on your Kindle, press and hold the power button located on the bottom edge of the device for a few seconds until the screen illuminates. To turn off the device, press and hold the power button until a power dialog appears, then select "Power Off". A short press of the power button will put the device to sleep or wake it up.
2.3 Hononga Wi-Fi
Connecting to Wi-Fi is essential for downloading books, syncing content, and receiving software updates.
- Mai i te mata Kāinga, patohia te Tautuhinga icon (gear icon) or swipe down from the top of the screen to open Quick Actions, then tap Tautuhinga Katoa.
- Tap Wi-Fi & Nihokikorangi, katahi Whatunga Wi-Fi.
- Tīpakohia te whatunga Wi-Fi e hiahiatia ana e koe mai i te rārangi, ā, whakauruhia te kupuhipa mēnā ka akiakihia.
- The Kindle supports 2.4 GHz and 5.0 GHz networks. Ad-hoc (peer-to-peer) networks are not supported.
2.4 Rehitatanga Pūrere
After connecting to Wi-Fi, you will be prompted to register your Kindle to your Amazon account. This links your device to your content library and allows you to purchase new books. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete registration.
3. Te whakahaere i to Kindle
3.1 Basic Navigation and Reading
The Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition features a responsive touchscreen for navigation.
- Ngā Hurihanga Whārangi: Tap the right side of the screen to turn to the next page, or the left side to go back.
- Tahua Uru: Tap the top of the screen while reading to access reading options, Home, Back, and other settings.
- Mata Kāinga: Displays your library, recommended books, and quick access to the Kindle Store.

The Kindle's display is designed for comfortable reading, mimicking the appearance of ink on paper.
3.2 Te Whakatikatika i nga Tautuhinga Whakaatu
Customize your reading experience by adjusting font settings and lighting.
- Font and Layout: While reading, tap the top of the screen, then tap the Aa icon to adjust font size, font face, line spacing, and margins.
- Maama o Mua: The Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition features an auto-adjusting front light. You can also manually adjust the brightness by swiping down from the top of the screen and using the brightness slider.
- Maama Mahana: Adjust the warmth of the screen's light for a more comfortable reading experience, especially in low-light conditions. This setting can be found in the Quick Actions menu or All Settings.

The adjustable warm light feature allows for comfortable reading in various lighting conditions, including outdoors.
3.3 Downloading and Managing Content
Your Kindle can store thousands of books and offers free cloud storage for all Amazon content.
- Toa Kindle: Access the Kindle Store directly from your device to browse, sample, and purchase new titles.
- Whare Pukapuka: All your purchased and downloaded content is accessible from the "Library" section on the Home screen.
- Content Formats: The device supports Kindle Format 8 (AZW3), Kindle (AZW), TXT, PDF, unprotected MOBI, PRC natively. HTML, DOC, DOCX, JPEG, GIF, PNG, PMP are supported through conversion.
3.4 Audible Audiobooks
The Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition supports Audible audiobooks. You can pair Bluetooth headphones or speakers to listen to your stories hands-free.
- Ensure Bluetooth is enabled in your device settings.
- Pair your Bluetooth audio device with your Kindle.
- Download Audible audiobooks to your device. Note that streaming audiobooks over Bluetooth will reduce battery life faster than reading.
3.5 Whakatau Ahokore
The Signature Edition supports Qi wireless charging, offering a convenient way to power your device.
- Place your Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition on a compatible 10W Qi wireless charging pad (sold separately).
- Ensure the device is properly aligned on the charging pad for optimal charging.
- A full charge via wireless charging takes less than 3.5 hours.

The Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition supports hassle-free wireless charging with compatible Qi chargers.
3.6 Parewai
Your Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition is waterproof (IPX8 rated), designed to withstand accidental immersion in water.
- It has been tested to withstand immersion in 2 meters of fresh water for 60 minutes.
- Ahakoa he ātete wai, kāore i te tūtohutia kia rukuhia mō te wā roa, kia kaua hoki e whakamahia ki te wai tote.
- If your Kindle gets wet, wipe it dry with a soft cloth before charging.
4. Tiaki
4.1 Cleaning Your Kindle
To clean your Kindle, use a soft, lint-free cloth. If necessary, slightly dampen te kakahu ki te wai. A ape i te whakamahi i nga kai horoi, nga whakarewa, nga rehu aerosol ranei ki runga i te taputapu.
4.2 Tiaki Pūhiko
Hei whakanui ake i te roa me te roa o te ora o te pākahiko:
- Keep Wi-Fi and Bluetooth off when not in use.
- Lower the screen brightness or use auto-brightness.
- A ape i te tuku i te taputapu ki nga wera nui.
- Charge the device regularly, but it is not necessary to fully discharge it before recharging.
4.3 Whakahōu Pūmanawa
Your Kindle receives guaranteed software security updates for at least four years after its last availability for purchase. Ensure your device is connected to Wi-Fi to receive these updates automatically. Updates improve performance, add features, and enhance security.
5. Te Raru
5.1 Nga take me nga otinga noa
- Kaore te Pūrere i te whakautu: If your Kindle is frozen or unresponsive, press and hold the power button for 40 seconds until the device restarts.
- Kāore e taea te Tūhono ki Wi-Fi:
- Me whakarite kei te kā tō pouara Wi-Fi, ā, kei te mahi tonu.
- Manatoko kei te whakauru koe i te kupuhipa Wi-Fi tika.
- Restart your Kindle and your Wi-Fi router.
- Check if your network is 2.4 GHz or 5.0 GHz; ad-hoc networks are not supported.
- Tere Whakaheke Pūhiko:
- Whakawetohia te Wi-Fi me te Nihokikorangi ina kore e whakamahia.
- Whakaitihia te kanapa o te mata.
- Avoid listening to audiobooks for extended periods without charging.
- Kia tino mohio kei te kore he tukanga papamuri e kai nui ana i te hiko.
- Ngā Pukapuka Kāore e Tikiakehia ana:
- Tirohia to hononga Wi-Fi.
- Ensure your device is registered to the correct Amazon account.
- Verify that you have sufficient storage space on your device.
6. Whakatakotoranga
| Āhuahira | Taipitopito |
|---|---|
| Whakaatu | 6.8” Hangarau whakaatu Paperwhite a Amazon me te rama hanga-i roto, 300 ppi, hangarau momotuhi papai, 16-taumata tauine hina. |
| Rahi | 6.9” x 4.9” x .32” (174 x 125 x 8.1 mm). |
| Taumaha | 7.3 oz (208 g). |
| Rokiroki i runga i te Pūrere | 32 GB; kei te pupuri i nga mano tini pukapuka. |
| Kapua Rokiroki | Pupuri kapua koreutu mo nga ihirangi Amazon katoa. |
| Ora Pūhiko | Up to ten (10) weeks (based on 30 mins/day, wireless off, light at 13). Audible streaming reduces life. |
| Wā Utu | ~5 hrs (USB-C to computer), <2.5 hrs (9W USB adapter), <3.5 hrs (10W Qi wireless charger). |
| Hononga Wi-Fi | Supports 2.4 GHz and 5.0 GHz networks. No ad-hoc networks. |
| Kei te tautokona nga whakatakotoranga Ihirangi | Hōputu Kindle 8 (AZW3), Kindle (AZW), TXT, PDF, MOBI, PRC kāore i tiakina; HTML DOC, DOCX, JPEG, GIF, PNG, PMP mā te tahuritanga; Hōputu ororongo e rangona ana (AAX). |
| Parewai | He whakatauranga IPX8 (2 mita te wai māori mō te 60 meneti). |
| Whakatupuranga | Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (11th Generation) - 2021 release. |
7. Pūtāhui me te Tautoko
7.1 Nga Korero Whakaputanga
The Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition comes with a 1-year limited warranty and service included. Optional extended warranties (1-year, 2-year, or 3-year) may be available for U.S. customers and are sold separately. Use of the Kindle is subject to Amazon's Conditions of Use.
7.2 Tautoko Tāpiri
For more detailed information, you can refer to the official Kindle User Guide available online. For device-specific information or to manage your content, visit Whakahaerehia o Ihirangi me o taputapu i runga i te Amazon website. For accessibility features, learn more about Accessibility for Kindle.





