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Amazon Kindle vs. Kindle Paperwhite: Which one is for you?
Amazon has graced us with yet another October Prime Day this year, and book lovers should be on the lookout for Kindle deals.
The default 2022 Kindle is the base model of the bunch, a device we typically see go on sale during Prime Day and Black Friday. The Kindle Paperwhite could also see a price drop during October’s sales event, so we’re here to compare the two for anyone looking for their next reading companion.
Before diving in, it’s probably a good idea to get some things out of the way first. Namely, there isn’t much difference between the two Kindles we’re comparing. Screen and battery specs differ, but core features (more or less) do not. Either way, you’re getting a well-reviewed e-reader, so you can’t lose.
With that in mind, here we go.
Kindle (2022) vs. Kindle Paperwhite (2021): Price
Our first category is the simplest. One number is higher than the other, after all.
In terms of price, the regular Kindle walks away with this one because it’s $40 cheaper than the Paperwhite. Whatever other advantages the Paperwhite may have, it will never have that one.
Winner: Kindle (2022)
Kindle (2022) vs. Kindle Paperwhite (2021): Design
Warm light is a welcome option.
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Both devices are imminently recognizable as Kindles, with default black colorways giving way to bulky bezels around Amazon’s signature Kindle displays. While one doesn’t necessarily look cooler or all that different from the other, there are major size differences to consider.
Here’s how the two Kindles stack up in terms of dimensions:
The Paperwhite is a good deal larger than the regular Kindle, which is its main selling point. It also has an adjustable front light with 17 LEDs, compared to the four LEDs on the regular Kindle. If you need a bigger and/or brighter display, the Paperwhite is the one to get. It also allows you to use a “warm light” option for a more pleasant reading experience in the dark.
Just know that you’re going to sacrifice some weight along the way. The regular Kindle comes in at 5.56 ounces, while the Paperwhite is a relatively bulky 7.23 ounces. Still, the Paperwhite has more going for it in terms of design, regardless.
Winner: Kindle Paperwhite (2021)
Kindle (2022) vs. Kindle Paperwhite (2021): Features
One of the all-time great book titles.
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This would’ve been a much more substantial conversation a few years ago. There was a time when the regular Kindle didn’t even have a front light, which made the Paperwhite much more desirable by comparison. However, times have changed.
These days, the two devices’ functionality is very similar. Both can read books (duh), play audiobooks via Bluetooth, and have screens that should look fine in sunlight due to a lack of glare. Unfortunately, both will display advertisements on the lock screen unless you pay an extra $20 for either Kindle.
Because the two devices’ basic functionality is so similar, this one is kind of a wash. You’ll be fine either way.
Winner: Tie
Kindle (2022) vs. Kindle Paperwhite (2021): Storage
Here is where things get interesting.
Usually, the more expensive device has higher storage. That’s how tech works, right? Not so with these two e-readers. The 2022 Kindle, despite being $40 cheaper before any Prime Day discounts, actually has twice as much storage at 16GB as the 8GB Paperwhite base model. Though, you can upgrade the Paperwhite to 16GB for $149.99 (or $10 extra). There’s a substantially more expensive Paperwhite Signature Edition with 32GB of storage, but that doesn’t help us here.
Winner: Kindle (2022)
Kindle (2022) vs. Kindle Paperwhite (2021): Battery life
Time to normalize things a little bit. This time, the more expensive device is the better option.
Amazon rates the 2022 Kindle for six weeks of battery life on a full charge. As for the Paperwhite, the estimated battery life is a whopping 10 weeks. This is arguably splitting hairs because there’s not much functional difference between having to plug in the Kindle every six weeks versus every 10 weeks, but 10 is greater than six, so the Paperwhite wins.
Winner: Kindle Paperwhite (2021)
Kindle (2022) vs. Kindle Paperwhite (2021): Water resistance
Some people like reading at the pool, at the beach, or in the bathtub. Why not? It’s super relaxing. If you’re one of those people, there’s a clear winner here.
The 2022 Kindle is not waterproof at all. Don’t get it wet. The 2021 Paperwhite, meanwhile, has an IPX8 rating, which, according to Amazon, means it can survive for up to 60 minutes submerged in up to two meters of water. That seems like a fairly unrealistic scenario, so if you accidentally drop the Kindle Paperwhite in the bathtub, you won’t need to buy another device.
Winner: Kindle Paperwhite (2021)
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NYT Strands hints, answers for April 19, 2026
Today’s NYT Strands hints are easy if you’re constantly changing.
Strands, the New York Times‘ elevated word-search game, requires the player to perform a twist on the classic word search. Words can be made from linked letters — up, down, left, right, or diagonal, but words can also change direction, resulting in quirky shapes and patterns. Every single letter in the grid will be part of an answer. There’s always a theme linking every solution, along with the “spangram,” a special, word or phrase that sums up that day’s theme, and spans the entire grid horizontally or vertically.
By providing an opaque hint and not providing the word list, Strands creates a brain-teasing game that takes a little longer to play than its other games, like Wordle and Connections.
If you’re feeling stuck or just don’t have 10 or more minutes to figure out today’s puzzle, we’ve got all the NYT Strands hints for today’s puzzle you need to progress at your preferred pace.
NYT Strands hint for today’s theme: Small change
The words are related to changes.
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Today’s NYT Strands theme plainly explained
These words describe fine-tuning.
NYT Strands spangram hint: Is it vertical or horizontal?
Today’s NYT Strands spangram is vertical.
NYT Strands spangram answer today
Today’s spangram is There I Fixed It.
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NYT Strands word list for April 19
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There I Fixed It
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Adjust
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Modify
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Alter
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Improve
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Tweak
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Refine
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Wordle today: Answer, hints for April 19, 2026
Today’s Wordle answer should be easy to solve if you can never sit down.
If you just want to be told today’s word, you can jump to the bottom of this article for today’s Wordle solution revealed. But if you’d rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you.
Where did Wordle come from?
Originally created by engineer Josh Wardle as a gift for his partner, Wordle rapidly spread to become an international phenomenon, with thousands of people around the globe playing every day. Alternate Wordle versions created by fans also sprang up, including battle royale Squabble, music identification game Heardle, and variations like Dordle and Quordle that make you guess multiple words at once.
Wordle eventually became so popular that it was purchased by the New York Times, and TikTok creators even livestream themselves playing.
What’s the best Wordle starting word?
The best Wordle starting word is the one that speaks to you. But if you prefer to be strategic in your approach, we have a few ideas to help you pick a word that might help you find the solution faster. One tip is to select a word that includes at least two different vowels, plus some common consonants like S, T, R, or N.
What happened to the Wordle archive?
The entire archive of past Wordle puzzles was originally available for anyone to enjoy whenever they felt like it, but it was later taken down, with the website’s creator stating it was done at the request of the New York Times. However, the New York Times then rolled out its own Wordle Archive, available only to NYT Games subscribers.
Is Wordle getting harder?
It might feel like Wordle is getting harder, but it actually isn’t any more difficult than when it first began. You can turn on Wordle‘s Hard Mode if you’re after more of a challenge, though.
Here’s a subtle hint for today’s Wordle answer:
To rise.
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Does today’s Wordle answer have a double letter?
There are no recurring letters.
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Today’s Wordle is a 5-letter word that starts with…
Today’s Wordle starts with the letter T.
The Wordle answer today is…
Get your last guesses in now, because it’s your final chance to solve today’s Wordle before we reveal the solution.
Drumroll please!
The solution to today’s Wordle is…
STAND
Don’t feel down if you didn’t manage to guess it this time. There will be a new Wordle for you to stretch your brain with tomorrow, and we’ll be back again to guide you with more helpful hints. Are you also playing NYT Strands? See hints and answers for today’s Strands.
Reporting by Chance Townsend, Caitlin Welsh, Sam Haysom, Amanda Yeo, Shannon Connellan, Cecily Mauran, Mike Pearl, and Adam Rosenberg contributed to this article.
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Hurdle hints and answers for April 19, 2026
If you like playing daily word games like Wordle, then Hurdle is a great game to add to your routine.
There are five rounds to the game. The first round sees you trying to guess the word, with correct, misplaced, and incorrect letters shown in each guess. If you guess the correct answer, it’ll take you to the next hurdle, providing the answer to the last hurdle as your first guess. This can give you several clues or none, depending on the words. For the final hurdle, every correct answer from previous hurdles is shown, with correct and misplaced letters clearly shown.
An important note is that the number of times a letter is highlighted from previous guesses does necessarily indicate the number of times that letter appears in the final hurdle.
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If you find yourself stuck at any step of today’s Hurdle, don’t worry! We have you covered.
Hurdle Word 1 hint
The edge.
Hurdle Word 1 answer
BRINK
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Hurdle Word 2 hint
Moody.
Hurdle Word 2 Answer
POUTY
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Hurdle Word 3 hint
America’s bird.
Hurdle Word 3 answer
EAGLE
Hurdle Word 4 hint
A platform.
Hurdle Word 4 answer
FORUM
Final Hurdle hint
Cheapskate.
Hurdle Word 5 answer
MISER
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