Amazon Ends Support for Pre-2013 Kindle Devices
Amazon has announced it will cease support for e-readers and tablets released in 2012 or earlier, effective May 20, 2026. This decision affects approximately two million devices, including the original Kindle, Kindle Touch, and early Kindle Fire models. Affected users will no longer be able to purchase, borrow, or download new content from the Kindle store, though they can still read previously downloaded books. The move has sparked criticism regarding electronic waste and consumer rights, with experts estimating the obsolescence of these devices could generate over 600 tons of e-waste. Amazon defends the decision by citing security concerns and the inability of aging hardware to run modern services after up to 18 years of support. Users have been offered discounts on newer devices to facilitate the transition.
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Amazon Ends Support for Pre-2013 Kindle Devices
Amazon has announced it will cease support for e-readers and tablets released in 2012 or earlier, effective May 20, 2026. This decision affects approximately two million devices, including the original Kindle, Kindle Touch, and early Kindle Fire models. Affected users will no longer be able to purchase, borrow, or download new content from the Kindle store, though they can still read previously downloaded books. The move has sparked criticism regarding electronic waste and consumer rights, with experts estimating the obsolescence of these devices could generate over 600 tons of e-waste. Amazon defends the decision by citing security concerns and the inability of aging hardware to run modern services after up to 18 years of support. Users have been offered discounts on newer devices to facilitate the transition.
The Guardian