Amazon could be upgrading its next generation of Kindles with replaceable batteries for users — but is it enough to make up for ending support for its older but widely-used e-readers?
Amazon is reportedly planning to upgrade its next generation of Kindle e-readers with user-replaceable batteries. This comes as the company is set to end support for older Kindle models, prompting some users to jailbreak their devices. The potential upgrade has sparked discussions among users about the future of Kindle products and their usability.
- ▪Amazon's next Kindle lineup may feature user-replaceable batteries.
- ▪Support for older Kindle models will end on May 20, leading to user frustration.
- ▪Messages found in a recent firmware update hinted at replacement kits and instructional guides.
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Tablets eReaders Amazon could be upgrading its next generation of Kindles with replaceable batteries for users — but is it enough to make up for ending support for its older but widely-used e-readers? News By Rowan Davies published 19 May 2026 The jailbreak bug is plaguing readers When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. (Image credit: Shutterstock/@SGM) Copy link Facebook X Whatsapp Reddit Pinterest Flipboard Threads Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter Amazon's next Kindle lineup could come with user-replaceable batteries The company could also start selling its own replacement kits Support for older Kindles is ending on May…
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