Got an Old Kindle? It Might Not Work Anymore

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Amazon will end support for Kindle and Kindle Fire devices from 2012 or earlier after May 20, restricting new downloads from the Kindle Store.
Affected models include early Kindles like the 1st Generation (2007) and Kindle Paperwhite 1st Generation (2012), along with specific Fire tablets.
Users can still access already downloaded books but lose features like purchasing new books, Send to Kindle, and library integrations such as Libby.
Amazon offers a 20% discount on new Kindle models and a $20 e-book credit through June 20 to incentivize upgrades, plus a trade-in program for old devices.
Security experts suggest discontinued support may stem from hardware vulnerabilities and maintenance burdens, impacting less than 3% of Kindle users globally.
Environmental concerns arise as device obsolescence contributes to electronic waste, with advocacy groups highlighting the growing issue of e-waste.
Alternatives to upgrading include keeping old devices for existing libraries or switching to non-Amazon e-readers like the Kobo Clara for similar features.

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