Amazon Offers Refurbished First-Gen Kindle Scribe at Discount
Amazon's first-generation Kindle Scribe is available at a reduced price in refurbished condition through Woot. The promotion runs until August 8 and includes the Premium Pen.
Amazon is offering the first-generation Kindle Scribe in refurbished condition at a discounted price through its retail partner Woot. The promotion, which includes the Premium Pen, is valid until August 8. Customers can purchase the 16GB model for $149.99 by applying the promo code KINDLE25 at checkout.
This price represents a $220 reduction from the device's original 2022 launch price and is notably less expensive than the current Kindle Paperwhite. However, the refurbished units come with Woot's 90-day warranty, and the specific condition of the devices is not detailed by the retailer.
The Kindle Scribe features a 10.2-inch, 300ppi E Ink display that is glare-free and offers adjustable color temperatures, suitable for reading in various lighting conditions. It provides access to Amazon's digital book store and functions as a digital notebook with various templates for notes, planners, and to-do lists.
Software updates have equipped the original Kindle Scribe with AI-powered note-taking features comparable to newer models. These capabilities include writing directly on compatible ebooks, summarizing handwritten notes, and generating AI-powered summaries.
Unlike the Kindle Paperwhite, the Scribe is not waterproof, which users should consider for protection against water exposure.