Amazon just pulled back the curtain on its next big thing for digital note-takers and readers. They’re rolling out two new models: the Kindle Scribe and the Kindle Scribe Colorsoft. Think of these as a premium step up for your e-reader, now with serious writing chops.
A Refined Writing Experience
The Kindle Scribe has always been about bringing a pen-and-paper feel to a digital screen. These new models push that idea even further. The main Kindle Scribe is super slim at just 5.4 millimeters. It weighs about 400 grams. Its 11-inch E-Ink screen has a matte surface that truly feels like paper. Special LED lights fit right into its very thin bezel. The glass surface also fights friction, making your writing feel even more natural.
This updated screen works beautifully with a stylus, making it feel just like writing with a real pen. Under the hood, a new quad-core processor and more memory help things run smoothly. The latest Oxide display technology makes sure your pen strokes appear instantly and flow without a hitch.
Introducing Color to E-Ink
Then there’s the Kindle Scribe Colorsoft, a real game-changer. It features a color screen that uses special color filters and nitrite LEDs. This setup creates a softer light than what you’d get from a typical LCD screen. Amazon also claims the Kindle Scribe Colorsoft can last for weeks on a single full charge, which is pretty impressive for a color display.
Smarter Software, Better Productivity
Both new Kindle Scribe models come with refreshed software. You’ll notice a completely redesigned home screen. This new look brings a bunch of smart features to the table.
- You can quickly jot down thoughts with the new Quick Note feature.
- Jump right back into your open books, documents, and notebooks from the home screen.
- Access files from popular cloud services like Google Drive and Microsoft OneDrive.
- A new AI-powered search helps you find specific notes fast.
- Send your notes as text or images directly to OneNote.
- Get creative with 10 pen colors and 5 highlighter colors.
- There’s also a new tool for adding shades and shadows.
- Organize all your documents, notebooks, and books easily into folders.
- Looking ahead, a 2026 update will let you send notes and documents to Alexa+ for processing.
Availability and Pricing
Amazon plans to launch these new Kindle Scribe models in the United States by late 2025. After that, they’ll arrive in the United Kingdom and Germany in early 2026. The standard new Amazon Kindle Scribe will cost $500. The Amazon Kindle Scribe Colorsoft will be priced at $630.