How-To Geek - eReaders

What Is an EPUB File (and How Do I Open One)?

Brady Gavin — Sun, 15 Oct 2023 13:01:39 GMT

A file with the .epub file extension is a popular file format used for storing eBooks and other types of content. EPUB, short for electronic publication, was named the official standard of the International Digital Publishing Forum (IDPF) in September 2007.

What Is a MOBI File (and How Do I Open One)?

Brady Gavin — Sat, 14 Oct 2023 13:00:35 GMT

A file with the .MOBI file extension is used for storing eBooks. It was originally a Mobipocket Reader format but has since been adopted by several different readers as well. Amazon purchased Mobipocket in 2005, and later discontinued the MOBI format in 2011.

Nook GlowLight 4 Plus eReader Arrives with an Old-School Vibe

Andrew Heinzman — Fri, 08 Sep 2023 16:39:55 GMT

Available today for $200, the Nook GlowLight 4 Plus eReader combines modern features with big bezels and physical buttons. While competitors like Kindle and Kobo continue making their eReaders more complicated, Barnes & Noble's Nook is sticking to an old-school design philosophy that's very appealing, even if the pricing is a bit rough. Nook GlowLight 4 Plus previously opened to pre-orders in July of 2023.

How to Transfer EPUB to Kindle

Joe Fedewa — Fri, 25 Aug 2023 15:31:27 GMT

Kindle eReaders are not limited to books from the Amazon Store. When you get eBooks from other sources, a common file format is EPUB. We'll show you a few methods to get these files onto your Kindle.

Tablet vs. eReader: Which Is Better for Ebooks?

Sydney Butler — Sun, 02 Jul 2023 13:00:00 GMT

Modern tablet computers have much improved screens and battery life compared to the early days of these popular devices. However, eReaders haven't been stagnant either, and if you enjoy reading ebooks, there's a legitimate dilemma regarding which is the best option.

5 Reasons to Upgrade to the 11th Gen Kindle Paperwhite

Kishan Vyas — Mon, 05 Jun 2023 08:00:49 GMT

Amazon has continued to improve the Kindle Paperwhite over the years, and the latest 11th Gen model is perhaps the best e-reader in the lineup. If you're on the fence about upgrading from your old Paperwhite, here are five compelling reasons to help you justify the leap to the latest model.

The Kobo Elipsa 2e Is a Premium eReader With a Premium Price

Arol Wright — Wed, 05 Apr 2023 11:05:46 GMT

eReaders come in many shapes and forms, and if you want an alternative to the old, reliable Kindle, there are plenty of options out there. Rakuten Kobo is one of the most popular brands, and it just released a new model: the Elipsa 2E.

10 Amazon Kindle Features You Should Be Using

Joe Fedewa — Sat, 01 Apr 2023 17:30:00 GMT

Amazon Kindle devices are among the best eReaders you can buy. They're easy to use, but to get the most out of your Kindle, there are some features you may not know about. We'll show you the best ones.

Amazon Won't Let You Buy Kindle or Print Magazines Anymore

Corbin Davenport — Mon, 13 Mar 2023 10:37:29 GMT

Amazon Kindle eReaders might be mostly intended for reading books, but they can also read digital editions of many popular newspapers and magazines as they are released. That feature is going away, though.

Why Is It Called an Amazon "Kindle" eReader?

Joe Fedewa — Thu, 16 Feb 2023 08:00:49 GMT

Amazon's Kindle devices have become synonymous with eReaders, and the name "Kindle" has become a household term. But why did Amazon choose the name Kindle for their eReader devices? Does it have anything to do with burning things?

I Added Wireless Charging to My Kindle, and You Can Too

Jason Fitzpatrick — Wed, 15 Feb 2023 08:00:34 GMT

With the release of the Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition in 2021, Amazon introduced the first Kindle with wireless charging. If you have any other Kindle, here's how to add wireless charging to it.

Is My Kindle Waterproof? (And What Should I Do If It Gets Wet?)

Jason Fitzpatrick — Fri, 10 Feb 2023 11:00:12 GMT

You might have noticed Kindle ads feature waterproof Kindles now. Curious if your model is beach-and-bath friendly? Here's what you need to know.

How to Keep Kindle Library Books Past Their Due Date

Joe Fedewa — Mon, 06 Feb 2023 09:00:19 GMT

One of the best features of Amazon Kindle eReaders is the ability to borrow library books. However, just like physical books from a library, they come with return dates. We'll show you how to keep them past the due date.

You Should Be Using Collections on Your Kindle eReader

Joe Fedewa — Mon, 02 Jan 2023 11:00:25 GMT

The Kindle home screen is your portal to all of your eBooks. It can get a bit messy and annoying to navigate if you have a lot of books. The "Collections" feature is like folders for the home screen.

Get Ready for More eReaders With Color E Ink

Corbin Davenport — Tue, 13 Dec 2022 10:46:29 GMT

Digital book readers usually fall into one of two categories: ones with black-and-white screens with weeks of battery life, and models with regular LCD screens that aren't much different from regular tablets. However, more eReaders with color E Ink screens are on the way.

Which Kindle Should You Buy?

Joe Fedewa — Mon, 10 Oct 2022 13:00:00 GMT

A Kindle is a great way to read, and eReaders have many advantages over paper books. However, there's not just one Kindle to choose from. From Paperwhite to Oasis to Kids Editions, we'll help you find the right one.

Amazon's New Kindle Scribe Isn't Just for Reading

Corbin Davenport — Wed, 28 Sep 2022 12:36:25 GMT

There have been rumors for months that Amazon was working on a Kindle ebook reader capable of writing notes, instead of simply reading books. Now the device is official: say hello to the Kindle Scribe.

Amazon's New Kindle Has Twice The Storage (and Dark Mode)

Arol Wright — Tue, 13 Sep 2022 09:47:04 GMT

Amazon's very first hardware launch, back in 2007, was the original Kindle. And while the Kindle lineup has changed a lot since then, the standard Kindle is still around. Now, Amazon is releasing new models for both the Kindle and the Kindle Kids.

What Is Bionic Reading, and How Do You Use It?

Joe Fedewa — Fri, 27 May 2022 19:12:00 GMT

It's no mystery that some fonts are easier to read than others. "Bionic Reading" is a tool that's more than just font, and it could improve your reading speed and comprehension. Here's what you need to know.

Barnes & Noble Has A New Nook To Fight Amazon's Kindle

Corbin Davenport — Thu, 26 May 2022 15:01:54 GMT

Amazon's Kindle lineup might be one of the best eReaders around, but Barnes & Noble is still keeping the Nook alive as a competitor. Now there's a brand new model.

Why I Prefer an eReader to a Real Book

Joe Fedewa — Fri, 20 May 2022 07:45:00 GMT

Okay, I'm really doing this. Ahem. I prefer eReaders to real books. Now, before you report me to your local library for crimes against literature, let me explain. Maybe you'll hear a new reason to give eReaders a chance.

How to Remove Books From a Kindle

Joe Fedewa — Thu, 19 May 2022 13:00:00 GMT

Kindles can hold a lot of eBooks, but you may want to remove some. eBooks are stored in two places---on the eReader itself and your Kindle Library. We'll show you how to remove books from both places.

How Many eBooks Can Fit on a Kindle?

Joe Fedewa — Wed, 04 May 2022 12:00:20 GMT

Kindle eReaders have a few advantages over physical books. One of the biggest is simply the sheer quantity of books you can carry with you. Just how many eBooks can you fit on a Kindle? Let's find out.

Amazon Kindle Readers Will Soon Support EPUB Books (Kind of)

Corbin Davenport — Tue, 03 May 2022 10:55:17 GMT

Amazon's Kindle lineup includes some of the best e-readers around, but no Kindle readers support the industry standard for ebooks: the EPUB format. However, Amazon says that will (partially) change soon.

What Is Kindle Unlimited, and Is It Worth It?

Joe Fedewa — Fri, 29 Apr 2022 12:00:15 GMT

There are plenty of services that will let you consume as many TV shows, movies, and music as you want for a monthly fee. But what about books? Is there a streaming service for books? Meet "Kindle Unlimited."

How to Sideload Apps Onto Your Amazon Fire Tablet

Joe Fedewa — Wed, 09 Mar 2022 21:00:00 GMT

Amazon Fire tablets have a lot to offer, but there's one big catch. The Appstore has far fewer apps and games than you can get on an iPad or from the Google Play Store. Thankfully, we can solve that problem.

How to Set a Book Cover as Your Kindle Screensaver

Harry Guinness — Sun, 06 Feb 2022 22:00:00 GMT

Have you ever wanted to have the cover of a book you were reading as your Kindle screensaver? Well, until recently, you had to jailbreak your Kindle to do it. In 2021, though, it's finally an official feature. Here's how to turn on this long-awaited option.

How to Use Gmail on an Amazon Fire Tablet

Joe Fedewa — Fri, 21 Jan 2022 21:00:00 GMT

Amazon Fire tablets famously do not come with any Google services out of the box. However, you're not out of luck if you want to use Gmail on your affordable Fire tablet. There are actually several methods to do it.

Can You Use an Amazon Fire Tablet as a Kindle?

Joe Fedewa — Sat, 15 Jan 2022 22:00:00 GMT

Amazon Fire tablets---formerly known as Kindle Fire tablets---are distinctly different than Kindle e-readers. However, when it comes to reading, both will get the job done. We'll show you how to use your Fire tablet like a Kindle.

How to Force Your Kindle to Check for New Books

Harry Guinness — Sat, 04 Dec 2021 13:00:46 GMT

When you buy books on Amazon, your Kindle should automatically add them to your Library. Sometimes, though, books don't show up straight away. Here's what to do when that happens.

How to Turn Any eBook Into an Audiobook

Joe Fedewa — Fri, 08 Oct 2021 09:00:37 GMT

While not as tactile as a book or e-reader, there's no denying the convenience of audiobooks. You can "read" while driving, walking the dog, or doing dishes. We'll show you how to turn any eBook into an audiobook.

Amazon's New Kindle Paperwhite Reader Is Perfect for Kids

Dave LeClair — Tue, 21 Sep 2021 11:42:26 GMT

Amazon has just announced many new Kindle devices, and one of the most exciting is the Kindle Paperwhite Kids. There's also a new Kindle Paperwhite and the first-ever Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition.

How to Hide Audible Audiobooks on Your Kindle

Harry Guinness — Wed, 15 Sep 2021 15:00:03 GMT

The latest models of Kindle can download and play audiobooks from your Audible account over Bluetooth headphones. Unfortunately, if you don't plan to use your e-reader to listen to books, all the audiobooks do is clutter up your home screen.

Your Amazon Kindle eReader Is Getting a New Interface

Dave LeClair — Mon, 13 Sep 2021 16:04:26 GMT

Kindle users are in for a special treat with the latest update from Amazon to its popular line of eReader devices. The company released a rare interface refresh that'll make navigating around Kindles a more pleasant experience for devices released after 2015.

How to Read Books in Landscape Mode on Your Kindle

Harry Guinness — Sat, 28 Aug 2021 10:00:08 GMT

If you are reading a book with a lot of images or just want to be able to use a larger text size, it can make sense to rotate your Kindle screen so you can read it in a horizontal position. Let's look at how to change your Kindle's orientation from portrait to landscape.

How to Free Up Space on Your Kindle

Harry Guinness — Mon, 02 Aug 2021 13:00:16 GMT

Kindles have enough storage space for hundreds or thousands of ebooks, but it's still possible to occasionally run into space issues---especially if you download a lot of audiobooks from Audible. Here's how to free up space on your Kindle when you need to.

How to Add a Password to Your Kindle

Harry Guinness — Sun, 01 Aug 2021 10:00:51 GMT

If you are a private reader, don't want your kids (or anyone else) having free access to your books, or otherwise want to password protect your Kindle, it's really easy to do. Here's how.

How to Transfer Any eBook to Kindle Using Calibre

Khamosh Pathak — Sun, 18 Jul 2021 17:00:00 GMT

Amazon Kindle offers a great library of eBooks that you can read on your Kindle device. But sometimes, the book you want isn't available on the Kindle Store. Here's how you can transfer any eBook to your Kindle using Calibre.

How to Customize Text on Your Kindle

Harry Guinness — Wed, 14 Jul 2021 13:00:00 GMT

When you read a physical book, you're stuck with whatever font and text layout choices the publisher went with. With a Kindle, however, you can customize the text to appear pretty much however you like. Here's how.

How to Install Custom Fonts on Your Kindle

Harry Guinness — Thu, 01 Jul 2021 09:30:51 GMT

The fonts that come installed on your Kindle are good, if a little bland. Should your typographical tastes run a little differently, though, you can install almost any font you like on your Kindle. Here's how.

How to Borrow eBooks from a Library on a Kindle for Free

Joe Fedewa — Thu, 24 Jun 2021 08:00:32 GMT

You might think that the only way to get ebooks on your Kindle is to buy them from Amazon. But the truth is that you have access to a literal library of free books. All you need is a library card.

How to Tell What Kindle Model You Have

Harry Guinness — Sun, 20 Jun 2021 08:30:50 GMT

Over the past 14 years, Amazon has released a lot of very-slightly-different Kindles. If you're stuck wondering whether you've got a Paperwhite 2, a Paperwhite 3, an original Kindle, or anything else, we'll show you how to tell them apart.

How to Remove Ads and Special Offers from Your Amazon Kindle

Harry Guinness — Sat, 29 May 2021 08:30:22 GMT

Does your Kindle have ads on the lock screen or home screen? Well, you can remove them---but it will cost you $20. We'll explain.

How to Restart or Reset Your Amazon Kindle

Harry Guinness — Sat, 22 May 2021 08:30:16 GMT

If your Kindle is running slow, freezing, or otherwise giving you trouble, your first step should be to restart it. Here's how---and how to fully reset your kindle if rebooting it doesn't work.

How to Update Your Amazon Kindle

Harry Guinness — Sun, 16 May 2021 11:23:12 GMT

Amazon regularly updates the Kindle software with bug fixes, improvements, and even new features like book-cover screensavers. Here's how to make sure that yours is always up to date.

How to Set a Default Kindle Device or App for Amazon E-books

Harry Guinness — Wed, 31 Mar 2021 08:30:22 GMT

When you buy an e-book through Amazon, it gets automatically delivered to your account's default Kindle device. This is fine if there's only one Kindle on your account, but you might want to change which device is set as the default if you have more than one.

How to See a Book's Page Number on Amazon Kindle

Khamosh Pathak — Sat, 27 Mar 2021 11:23:36 GMT

When you read paperback and hardcover books, you use page numbers for tracking progress and for discussing parts of the book. But Amazon's Kindle only shows you your location in the book by default. Here's how to see real page numbers in a Kindle book.

How to Delete Books and Documents from Your Kindle Library

Khamosh Pathak — Wed, 24 Mar 2021 08:30:36 GMT

Your Kindle can hold thousands of books and documents, all of which can be synced across your devices. But if you want to keep your Kindle Library organized, you might want to delete some files from your Kindle.

How to Read Kindle Books on Your Computer or a Website

Khamosh Pathak — Sat, 20 Mar 2021 08:30:37 GMT

Left your Kindle reader behind? Not a problem---you can still read your e-books on a nice big screen, without losing out on features like notes, bookmarks, and highlights. Here's how to read Kindle books on any Windows 10 PC, Mac, or desktop web browser.

How to Use Dark Mode on Kindle

Khamosh Pathak — Fri, 05 Mar 2021 08:30:32 GMT

Kindle makes for a great e-book reader when compared to traditional tablets. But when you're trying to read at night, the sharp white background light can be a problem for your eyes. Relieve your eyes using dark mode on Kindle.

Not Just Books: All the Free Digital Stuff Your Local Library Might Offer

Justin Pot — Sat, 22 Aug 2020 12:00:00 GMT

You might think of libraries as old fashioned, or irrelevant in the age of the internet. You'd be wrong.

How to Backup Your Kindle Highlights and Notes

Khamosh Pathak — Fri, 13 Dec 2019 09:00:35 GMT

If you're in the Kindle ecosystem, your book highlights and notes will sync between all your devices. But what about DRM free books? What if you want to export all highlights and notes from a book to a notetaking app?

What Is an AZW File (And How Do I Open One)?

Brady Gavin — Wed, 17 Oct 2018 15:00:00 GMT

A file with the .azw file extension is a popular file format for storing eBooks for Amazon's Kindle line of eReaders and devices using the Kindle app. Along with storing things like bookmarks, annotations, and last known page, AZW files usually contain DRM protection, or copyright protection, to prevent copying and illegal viewing.

What Is a LIT File (and How Do I Open One)?

Brady Gavin — Thu, 20 Sep 2018 15:00:00 GMT

A file with the .lit file extension is an eBook in the Microsoft eReader file format. LIT (short for "Literature") files are eBook formats designed by Microsoft to work on Microsoft devices only.

How to Clear Your Furthest Read Page on Kindle

Harry Guinness — Mon, 16 Jul 2018 08:00:00 GMT

It's really annoying when you're trying to re-read an eBook and your Kindle or Kindle app keeps trying to get you to jump to the end because that's the "Furthest Location Read." Here's how to fix it.

How to Sell or Give Away Your Kindle

Harry Guinness — Thu, 05 Jul 2018 08:00:00 GMT

Kindles have an incredible lifespan. My six-year-old Paperwhite is still going strong. You're pretty likely to still have a working Kindle if you upgrade to a newer model, so here's what you need to do before selling or giving away your old one.

What to Do If Your Kindle Is Lost or Stolen

Harry Guinness — Mon, 02 Jul 2018 08:00:00 GMT

Kindles, like any other small electronic devices, are easy to lose; they're also a good target for thieves. Here's what to do if your Kindle goes missing.

What to Do If Your Kindle is Running Slowly or Freezing

Harry Guinness — Tue, 19 Jun 2018 08:00:00 GMT

While they’re never the snappiest devices, if your Kindle is feeling sluggish---or freezing altogether---we’re here to help. Let’s look at some troubleshooting tips.

How to Turn Off Popular Highlights on Your Kindle

Harry Guinness — Wed, 13 Jun 2018 08:00:00 GMT

Kindle "Popular Highlights" appear as underlined text in your ebook when more than ten people have highlighted that passage. It sounds like a nice feature theory, but in practice, it can get annoying. Here's how to turn it off.

The Best Places to Find Free Audiobooks (Legally)

Brady Gavin — Sun, 03 Jun 2018 06:40:00 GMT

Audiobooks are great for commutes, long trips, and dull tasks. Here are a number of places you can download Audiobooks legally, and for free. And they're not all public domain stuff.

How to Get Free Magazines on Your Kindle with Calibre

Whitson Gordon — Mon, 19 Feb 2018 09:00:00 GMT

Ever wish you could get the latest issue of your favorite magazine on your Kindle? Or wish you could turn your favorite website into a digital digest of articles for reading like an ebook? Calibre can make it happen.

It's Time to Banish Your Screens From the Bedroom

Justin Pot — Sat, 17 Feb 2018 06:40:00 GMT

Can't get to sleep? You might as well pick up your phone and scroll through Instagram for a bit, then maybe Facebook, and what was that blog with the funny pictures you used to look at back in the day, does it still exist? Oh yeah there's like five years of updates here, let's scroll through that for a bit, just one more page of posts, and...it's morning.

How to Read Comic Books and Manga on Your Kindle

Whitson Gordon — Thu, 25 Jan 2018 11:23:00 GMT

The iPad has been toted as the ultimate comic book reader, but that doesn't mean you can't give it a run for its money with your Kindle. Here's how to optimize and transfer your comic books and manga to your Kindle.

How to Turn an Android or Fire Tablet Into a Kid-Friendly Device with FreeTime

Cameron Summerson — Wed, 27 Dec 2017 09:00:00 GMT

Amazon FreeTime is, hands down, the most sophisticated and easy-to-use parental control tool available for tablets. Here's how to set it up, access the vast FreeTime Unlimited media library, and set time limits for your kids.

How to Change Your Country on Amazon So You Can Buy Different Kindle Books

Harry Guinness — Wed, 04 Oct 2017 08:00:00 GMT

Book rights, and especially eBook rights, can be messy. UK publishers can't just start selling books in the US, and vice versa. For most modern books by big authors, you'll see the hardback and eBook versions being published at pretty much the same time around the world. For older books that were released before eBooks were a big deal, and for smaller authors with publishing deals, however, you'll regularly find that the eBook version is available in some countries and not others.

How to Load DRM-Free eBooks Onto Your Kindle

Michael Crider — Wed, 16 Aug 2017 10:24:00 GMT

The Kindle is a fantastic reading device, but it's almost entirely reliant upon Amazon's closed retail system for buying books. That's by design, of course---it's an Amazon gadget, they want you to spend money on their store. But if you have a collection of eBooks obtained somewhere else, designed for cross-platform reading in another format without the typical DRM, it's possible to get them loaded onto your Kindle fairly easily.

How to Completely Remove a Book From Your Kindle Library

Michael Crider — Thu, 27 Jul 2017 10:24:00 GMT

You've probably been happily reading ebooks on your Kindle (or the Kindle app) for years, accruing a nice digital library full of interesting titles. But what if, for some reason, someone else needs to see that library of yours...and there are some items within that you'd rather they didn't? Say, perhaps, one of those steamy romance novels that makes up a massive 34% of fiction sales in US?

How to Report Typos in Your Kindle Books

Harry Guinness — Mon, 01 May 2017 08:00:00 GMT

Lots of Kindle eBooks aren’t perfect. Maybe they’re self-published and the author never hired a proofreader, or maybe the eBook was made from an optical character recognition (OCR) scan of the print copy. Whatever the reason, there are plenty of ways typos and other small errors can creep into an eBook.

Kindle vs. Paperwhite vs. Voyage vs. Oasis: Which Kindle Should You Buy?

Harry Guinness — Wed, 21 Dec 2016 08:00:00 GMT

Amazon’s Kindle lineup has expanded: there are now four different models, with different features at different price points. That means deciding which one you want is more difficult than ever. Let’s look at what separates the four Kindles and how to work out which one is right for you.

How to Manually Update Your Kindle

Jason Fitzpatrick — Mon, 21 Nov 2016 16:04:00 GMT

If you want the latest Kindle features right this second (or you missed a past update), the best way to get an immediate update for your Kindle is to do it manually. Read on as we show you how to easily update your Kindle.

How to Rename and Remove Kindle Devices on your Amazon Account

Walter Glenn — Fri, 12 Aug 2016 09:00:00 GMT

If you've used Kindle devices or apps for a while, you know how easy it is for old devices to accumulate on your list. Why not make things easier on yourself by clearing out old devices and better organizing the ones you still use?

How to Make Your Amazon Echo Read Your Kindle Books Out Loud

Craig Lloyd — Tue, 31 May 2016 15:00:00 GMT

Ever wish you could read your books while doing other stuff at the same time? Sure, you could listen to Audiobooks with Audible, but your Amazon Echo can also read your Kindle ebooks to you out loud. Here's how.

How to Maximize Your Kindle's Battery (and Really Get a Month of Reading)

Jason Fitzpatrick — Sun, 17 Jan 2016 10:24:00 GMT

Amazon advertises that their ebook readers only need to be charged once a month, but heavy readers will probably find that they need charge more often. Not anymore: read on as we show you how to blaze through your book collection without constant recharging.

How to Manage Your Kindles and Books from the Amazon Website

Matt Klein — Tue, 08 Sep 2015 12:34:29 GMT

You might have noticed that your Amazon account has so many options that it's somewhat difficult to know what does what, which is why we want to explain today how to manage your Kindles and their content.

Use Kindle Family Library to Share Purchased eBooks With Family Members

Chris Hoffman — Sat, 21 Mar 2015 06:40:22 GMT

Are you in a relationship with someone who has their own Amazon account? Link your accounts together and share purchased Kindle ebooks, audiobooks, and apps. You can add up to four child profiles, too.

How to Use Custom App Icons on Your Kindle Fire (or Any Android Device)

Jason Fitzpatrick — Fri, 31 Jan 2014 12:34:57 GMT

Unlike Google-supplied Android apps, the apps from the Amazon Apps for Android store have incredibly high resolution (a requirement for crisp display in the Kindle OS application carousel). Sideloaded apps, however, don't get the Amazon treatment and come with fuzzy low-res icons. Read on as we show you how to fix your low-res icon woes.

HTG Reviews the Kobo Aura HD: It's Not a Kindle and That's OK

Jason Fitzpatrick — Wed, 22 Jan 2014 17:01:17 GMT

Although the ebook reader market has been dominated by the Kindle (still going strong) and the Nook (losing steam) for years, there's a contender rising from the ranks: the Kobo Aura HD. Read on as we put it through the paces.

HTG Reviews The Kindle Fire HDX: Amazon Finally Releases a Tablet Worth Talking About

Jason Fitzpatrick — Thu, 19 Dec 2013 08:00:09 GMT

The tablet market is bursting at the seams with new models and innovations. One of the newest arrivals is the refresh of Amazon's Kindle Fire lineup: the Kindle Fire HDX 7" and 8.9". We've been playing with, stress testing, and otherwise putting our pair through the paces over the last few weeks. Read on as we detail the good, the bad, and the verdict for the Kindle Fire.

HTG Reviews the New Kindle Paperwhite: The King of the Hill Climbs Higher

Jason Fitzpatrick — Mon, 18 Nov 2013 12:34:05 GMT

In September, Amazon released a new version of their best-selling Kindle Paperwhite. We've put our old and new Paperwhites through the paces to help you decide if the new Paperwhite it is worth it. Read on as we compare the 2012 Paperwhite to the new release.

How to Effortlessly Manage Your Kindle Collections

Jason Fitzpatrick — Thu, 01 Aug 2013 11:23:01 GMT

The "Collections" feature on the Kindle has so much potential, but Amazon has done a terrible job implementing it. Read on as we show you how to use third-party tools to properly manage your Kindle Collections and make them truly useful.

How to Jailbreak Your Kindle Paperwhite for Screensavers, Apps, and More

Jason Fitzpatrick — Wed, 31 Jul 2013 15:19:04 GMT

We've shown you how to jailbreak your Kindle in the past, but the new Paperwhite (with a beautiful higher resolution screen that begs for custom screensavers) requires a brand new bag of tricks to jailbreak. Read on as we jailbreak a Paperwhite and show off the new screensaver modes.

How to Strip the DRM from Your Kindle Ebooks for Cross-Device Enjoyment and Archiving

Jason Fitzpatrick — Fri, 17 May 2013 11:23:01 GMT

You're not a Jolly Roger flying pirate, you're just somebody that wants to backup the ebooks they paid for and read them on the devices they want to read them on. Follow along as we show you how to liberate your Kindle books.

How to Get a Refund for an Accidental Kindle Book Purchase

Lowell Heddings — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 10:24:58 GMT

Most people don’t realize this, but Amazon allows you to get a refund for a Kindle book that you purchased, but wish you hadn’t. Instead of wasting time leaving a nasty review, why don’t you just get your money back?

Your Kindle Is More Than an eReader: 5 Hidden Kindle Features

Chris Hoffman — Thu, 16 Aug 2012 06:00:48 GMT

It’s easy to think of a Kindle as just an eBook reader, but it’s so much more than that. It’s an MP3 player, portable web browser (with free Wikipedia access over 3G), gaming device, and image viewer.

Hack Your Kindle for Easy Font Customization

Jason Fitzpatrick — Tue, 12 Jun 2012 16:00:00 GMT

The font options included with the Kindle are certainly serviceable, but why limit yourself? Today we'll show you how to easily swap out the font files on your Kindle for a completely customized reading experience.

From the Tips Box: DIY Styluses, Recycling Old Discs Into a Game, and Searching Flickr for Kindle Screensavers

Jason Fitzpatrick — Thu, 31 May 2012 16:00:00 GMT

This week we’re taking a look at how to make your own stylus, turning your old CDs or DVDs into a game, and digging up Kindle screensavers on Flickr.

From the Tips Box: Scanning Film and Slides, An Android GIF Animator, and Kindle RSS Feeds

Jason Fitzpatrick — Thu, 17 May 2012 16:00:00 GMT

Once a week we round up some great reader tips and share them with everyone. This week we’re looking at a cheap DIY setup for “scanning” film negatives and slides, animating GIFs with Android, and pushing RSS feeds to your Kindle.

Ask HTG: Formatting An “Invisible” Hard Disk, Changing Default Apps in Android, and What to Do with a New Kindle Fire

Jason Fitzpatrick — Mon, 14 May 2012 16:00:00 GMT

Once a week we round up some of the reader emails we've answered and share the solutions with everyone; this week we're looking at how to format and install onto a disk the Windows installer doesn't see, changing the default for an Android app, and some getting-started tips for the Kindle Fire.

From the Tips Box: Wi-Fi Antenna Boosters, Extending Your Kindle Library Loans, and Keyword-Driven Wallpaper

Jason Fitzpatrick — Thu, 26 Apr 2012 16:00:00 GMT

Once a week we round up some great reader tips and share them with everyone; this week we’re looking at DIY Wi-Fi boosters, indefinitely extending your Kindle library loans, and easy keyword-based wallpaper updates.

How To Send eBooks & Other Documents To Your Kindle

Chris Hoffman — Tue, 10 Apr 2012 06:00:42 GMT

Send to Kindle for PC makes it easy to put content on your Kindle, whether it’s a free ebook or a Word document. You can also email files to @Kindle.com or transfer them over USB, the old-fashioned way.

From the Tips Box: Telescope Laser Sights, Dropbox Desktops, and Kindle Clipping Conversions

Jason Fitzpatrick — Thu, 22 Mar 2012 16:00:00 GMT

Once a week we round up some great reader tips and share them with everyone; this week we’re looking at telescope laser sights, syncing your desktop with Dropbox, and converting your Kindle Clippings file.

Ask HTG: Connecting to Multiple Wi-Fi Nodes at Once, Changing the GRUB Boot Order, and Speeding Up the Kindle Fire’s Browser

Jason Fitzpatrick — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 16:00:00 GMT

Once a week we round up some reader questions from the Ask How-To Geek inbox and share the answers with everyone. This week we’re looking at using multiple Wi-Fi nodes at once, changing the GRUB boot order, and speeding up the slow Silk browser on the Kindle Fire.

How To Transfer Files, Web Sites, Comics, and RSS Feeds to Your Amazon Kindle

Jason Fitzpatrick — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 16:00:00 GMT

Although Amazon would be pleased if you only used the Amazon Kindle Store to put documents on your Kindle, there are many other ways to put content on the popular device. Read on as we show you how.

8 Things to Do Once You Fire Up Your New Kindle Fire

Lowell Heddings — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 02:00:30 GMT

The Amazon Kindle Fire is a great tablet, but it's a little sparse when you first take the device out of the box and power it on. There are no books to read, no music and not very many apps. Prepare yourself before leaving the house with your new toy. Here are some things you'll want to do the first time you fire up your Kindle Fire.

From the Tips Box: Kindle Shopping Flowchart, Downgrading iOS, and DIY Soldering Pens

Jason Fitzpatrick — Thu, 08 Dec 2011 16:00:00 GMT

Once a week we round up some of the tips from the HTG tips box and share them with the greater readership; this week we’re looking at shopping for Kindles with a flowchart, downgrading iOS, and rolling your own DIY soldering pen.

How to Make the Kindle Fire Silk Browser Actually Fast!

Lowell Heddings — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 21:38:01 GMT

Not that long ago, we reviewed the Kindle Fire, and one of our biggest complaints was how lousy the browser is—but we’ve discovered the trick to making it actually fast. Here’s how to fix it.

Amazon’s New Kindle Fire Tablet: the How-To Geek Review

Lowell Heddings — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 11:50:31 GMT

We got our Kindle Fire a few days ago, and since then we’ve been poking, prodding, and generally trying to figure out how to break it. Before you go out and buy your own, check out our in-depth review.

How to Setup Gmail for Custom Domains on the Kindle Fire’s Email App

Lowell Heddings — Tue, 15 Nov 2011 18:12:06 GMT

If you’ve just opened your shiny new Kindle Fire and tried to connect it to Gmail using your own custom (not @gmail.com) email address, you might be in for a surprise: the email account wizard has no idea how to handle this scenario, even if you pick Gmail at the beginning. Here’s how to fix it.

Get More From Your Kindle: Tips, Tricks, Hacks, and Free Books

Jason Fitzpatrick — Tue, 21 Jun 2011 16:00:00 GMT

If you have an ebook reader chances are it's a Kindle. Today we're taking a look at ways you can get more from your Kindle using built-in tools, experimental features, and third-party software. Read on to supercharge your Kindle experience.

Ask HTG: ISO vs. TS Folders, Remembering Window Locations, and Converting Books for the Kindle

Jason Fitzpatrick — Mon, 13 Jun 2011 16:00:00 GMT

Every week we dip into our mailbag and answer your pressing tech questions. This week we're looking at the difference between ISO and TS folders in DVD video, helping Windows recall folder locations, and Kindle book conversion.