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Amazon Ends Support for Pre-2013 Kindle Devices

4/16/2026

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  • Amazon will discontinue support for Kindle devices released before 2013, which means these models will no longer receive software updates or access the Kindle Store.
  • Older Kindles remain usable for reading content already downloaded.
  • Users may sideload new books or jailbreak their devices to gain enhanced capabilities.
  • Amazon has provided updates for models dating back to 2007, highlighting longevity while raising questions about post-support policies and e-waste responsibility.