Amazon with its line of Kindle readers can tell revolutionized the approach to e-reading. Devices is globally a number of different price levels. Now I have the opportunity to test top of Amazon’s device, specifically Kindle Oasis. What stands out from the competition? What gives opportunities? You will see by reading the following review.
The contents of the box and specifications
The box like a box. Absolutely minimalist, containing the most essential markings and information. When it comes to the turn of the contents of the package as it did in the case of my Kindle Paperwhite third generation so here we get only the micro USB cable to charge the (lack here plugs into an electrical outlet), and we have case about which I will write more in one of the following paragraphs.
When it comes oz turn of the same specification we get just as in pre-processor and clocked at 1.0 GHz and 512 MB of RAM and 4 GB built-in memory.
Quality workmanship and design
what is the first to throw in the eye for the fastest reader, Amazon is the size. These are considerably reduced compared to even Kindle Paperwhite third generation – is smaller, lighter is achieved with two treatments. First, reduced size of the battery in the device (battery part redeployed to the case), the second frame are also noticeably smaller around the display. The reader has a more rectangular than square. Kindle Oasis also is not totally flat plecków. It has a handle like “bulge” that makes it convenient to hold the device in one hand. At this scale has no problems to eg. The hand numb and hurt). Before I first saw the device on the renders I was not convinced by this solution. But when I got the test sample and I had the opportunity a little longer to read using the Kindle Oasis such a solution to my liking. Anticipating the questions, the whole has been prepared so that both right and left-handers will freely be able to use this solution, because the screen automatically changes orientation (we do not have here the horizontal and vertical orientation, but the screen rotates 180 degrees). The entire reader is made of plastic. It is good quality, but in my opinion a little too slippery, but the situation saves finish earlier said bulge, which is covered with a thin layer of rubber, so there are no problems and the reader has no right to slip out of the hand while using.
From the front we get a large 6 inch display, which in the case of e-book readers is standard. On the right, closer to the edge, there are two keys for easy flipping subsequent pages. In the settings you can personalize yourself, which is responsible for the revocation of hand, and that transfer us to another. This element of a large group of users lacked even the Kindle Paperwhite 3. He returns in glory, and they are very convenient. Their pitch is nice and perceptible, and at the same time thanks to the construction of what Amazon offers us very comfortable in use. When it comes to the turn of the edges are just at the top we have a micro USB output, and right next to the power button. Plecki device is apart from the magnetic connection that lets you connect the box, but the support.
Display
In the case of e-ink screens Amazon came almost to perfection. We receive because the Kindle Oasis display E-Ink Carta, who works at a maximum resolution of 1448 × 1072 pixels. What gives a density of 300 ppi. This is the best result among e-book readers, but similar screens for a long time are implemented in other readers like Amazon Voyage Kinle or Kindle Paperwhite third generation. Image quality is actually the highest shelf. The image is sharp, and the individual pixels you’d have to look with a magnifying glass. The screen just as on other devices is backlit. We have in total 24 states of the backlight, and Amazon has increased the number of LEDs to 10, so that the backlight is even and at the highest backlight setting is somewhat stronger than that found in the Kindle Paperwhite 3. As for the touch, it works flawlessly, the reader responds quickly any commands. The screen is covered with glass, which feel more slippery, less rough than the previous one in Paperwhite 3.
Battery
In the case of the most powerful devices from Amazon there is quite a specific embodiment, as compared to other readers. Because he has built a link with a capacity of 245 mAh (they have even more SmartWatch), additional link is in the case, so we dodatkowe1290 mAh, which gives in total 1535 mAh. Of course, this is more than even the Paperwhite 3 (1420 mAh) or Voyage (1320 mAh). After all, it seems that the dimensions of these devices could cram a little roomier link, but the situation of course, saves the screen, which is not so prądożerny. But when we use the same reader without a case, the battery descends very quickly and needs less more for about 8 hours of reading, of course, when connecting case this time is much longer, but even these are not months, but weeks. What disappointed me a little bit and give you generally say taking noticeably worse than even Pawperhite Kindle 3. It is worth noting that when we connect to our reader case, the load cell located in the same device thanks to magnetic link. Sam reader unhindered can charge using the micro USB cable and a computer or charger. In conclusion, in terms of the battery even though the paper is greater capacity than the one provided in pre-exercise in practice worse. If you want to take with you on a long trip Kindle Oasis need to bring the charger, without it there’s no way.
Case
The case that we have with the kit is primarily one basic task – increase the capacity of the base of the cell, which is located in the reader. Once connected to the Kindle Oasis adheres very well and connects to the device. So even holding the same case has no right to disconnect kombinował to separate the duo “by mistake” during reading, but fortunately did not succeed. Case is made of leather. The outer part is delicate, good quality and very good looking. The inner part of the case resembles suede, very soft to the touch, so you do not draw on the screen when closing. As for the case I have one major complaint. It does not protect virtually all the devices if you fall. Yes protects the screen FOR IN scratches, but all the most sensitive edges are exposed as just not quite fit me for this device.
Software
Kindle Oasis runs on the same software as virtually the entire Kindle family. At the top we find the main navigation bar, which is a few basic icons and functions. Going from right home, reversing backlight settings, access to the store, search and last called. hamburger menu, which hides the more advanced features like web browser, better management of our ebooks or access to the settings of the reader. The whole exercise without problems. Options whether the individual functions without problems can be quickly found. Having already opened the same book appear even more advanced features associated with the personalization reading for example. We can change the font, its size and marking the progress of reading the book. We also have a web browser, although its use is not the most convenient, and this is due to the very specific nature of e-ink screen. Unfortunately, as used to happen earlier Polish reader users Amazon does not affirm the interface in our native language.
Performance
Kindle Oasis is a device of the highest quality, and so we have the strongest bebeszki. First of all, the most important role is played by RAM. We have the 512 MB, so you do not feel any problems with slow performance interface. The whole works without charges. Pages load quickly, without interface problems responds to user commands. The only element that I noticed on a downer wake the device. If the reader is left for a while and go into hibernation, then his arousal takes noticeably longer, it is possible that this is related to saving battery life, but not to the end I am convinced. While this is not a particularly irritating element. The more that in other cases where once we wake up the reader immediately begins to react to our commands.
Connectivity
Sampel that I received for testing is the most expensive version of the reader, because it contains both the Wi-Fi and 3G. However, this is not the end of a 3G we know eg. On smartphones. Here, this communication can be used only to retrieve our e-books from the cloud, browsing the store Amazon and display information from Wikipedia. There is the possibility of surfing the web using a browser, unless it is connected to some Wi-Fi networks then this option unlocks. For this bajer module 3G we will have to pay the 60 euros, or about 250 zł.
Summary
I have a problem with the appreciation of Oasis Kindle device with virtually no defects. You can attach the battery performance is quite sophisticated shapes, but these are very minor weaknesses, but on the other hand, there is a price that is almost cosmic. For the version which he tested with the module 3G and Wi-Fi will cost about 349.99 euros which give the amount of about 1500 zł. For less than half find Kindle Paperwhite third generation, which has the same display may be larger dimensions and weight, but after all this is not so significant difference. Of course you have to take a decision alone, but I think that it is worthwhile to shop around for a little less expensive.
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