Amazon Launches New Kindle e-Readers with AI

Amazon has unveiled a significant update to its Kindle e-reader lineup, introducing the first-ever color model, Kindle Colorsoft, and an enhanced Kindle Scribe equipped with AI features. The Colorsoft, available for preorder at $279.99 starting on Halloween, allows users to view images and text in color while retaining the classic Kindle functionalities. The revamped Kindle Scribe, priced at $399.99, enhances note-taking capabilities with AI, enabling users to summarize notes and provide a more paper-like writing experience. Both devices aim to cater to a blend of reading and note-taking needs, with the Scribe focusing on professionals and students. Additionally, the new Kindle Paperwhite features a larger display and improved battery life, priced at $199.99. This launch reflects a strategic shift for Amazon, particularly under the leadership of Panos Panay, as the company continues to innovate in the e-reader space amidst delays in its AI-enhanced Alexa voice assistant.