Differences between Paperwhite versions.

[Sirtel]

My preferred font size is on the smaller side and I only read standard epubs, but I still prefer a 7'' or 8'' screen. I don't exactly need a larger screen, I just prefer it. A 6'' screen is no longer fine for me - it leaves me with a cramped and frustrated feeling.

[rcentros]

Originally Posted by Sirtel

My preferred font size is on the smaller side and I only read standard epubs, but I still prefer a 7'' or 8'' screen. I don't exactly need a larger screen, I just prefer it. A 6'' screen is no longer fine for me - it leaves me with a cramped and frustrated feeling.

I still enjoy reading on my 5" eReaders sometimes (Kobo Mini and Sony PRS-350). If Kobo came out with a 5", front lit Kobo Mini, I would seriously consider buying it. I like light and portable eReaders.

[JBaby]

Originally Posted by DNSB

One acquaintance of mine who has the PW5 Signature edition is also complaining about scratches though they have kept it in a case since it was purchased. Much like Nate Hoffelder, they think the issue is from having to clean the screen often due it's love for showing fingerprints. OTOH, they use the same cleaning clothes on their glasses which are not showing any scratches suggesting the plastic layer on their PW5 is too soft.

I’ve had my SE since launch I clean it with the same microfiber cloths I use for my glasses. I don’t have a single scratch on the screen.

[Waylander]

Originally Posted by tomsem

I suppose that is the case here, but I have never had any such scratching issues, and I'm not as fastidious as I might be.

I do have the latest two Paperwhite models, do not use covers with them etc. I use same cleaning cloth or wipes I use for my eyeglasses to clean, but occasionally just use the t-shirt I'm wearing.

I will say that I bought the original 8GB edition of the PW5 in 2021, and I didn't have the same scratch problem at all with that one, despite not putting it in a case nor using a screen protector, taking it everywhere with me at home and outside. Meanwhile, my 32GB PW5 SE has loads of scratches and has been used more carefully. So maybe it's a screen robustness issue that's a matter of luck? Suggests inconsistency of screen resilience quality control perhaps.

[JSWolf]

If any Reader is not in a case, it will be more prone to being scratched.

[Waylander]

I think that's taken as read. The point is more than even with all such precautions taken, the PW5 screen is still vulnerable to scratches, which suggests it's more fragile than it should be.

[JSWolf]

Originally Posted by Waylander

I think that's taken as read. The point is more than even with all such precautions taken, the PW5 screen is still vulnerable to scratches, which suggests it's more fragile than it should be.

I think it's user error.

[JBaby]

Originally Posted by Waylander

I think that's taken as read. The point is more than even with all such precautions taken, the PW5 screen is still vulnerable to scratches, which suggests it's more fragile than it should be.

Every screen will scratch given the right conditions. But with precautions taken it’s completely possible to have a scratch-free screen. I’ve had 4 Kindles and only one, the first one, had a scratched screen. I bought it used from a rummage sale. I clean my screens and keep my Kindle in a sleeve case. I put it inside the sleeve every single time I stop reading even if I’m only setting it down for a minute.

[JSWolf]

A sleeve is not all that protective because you have to go to the hassle of putting it back in after you are done reading and you may not do that all the time. A book style case is best as you will close that when you finish reading.

[Sirtel]

I don't use covers. And I don't put my ereaders in a sleeve when I stop reading for a short while, only when I know I won't be reading for a long time. No scratches ever, not a single one.

[paperwhite13]

Originally Posted by rcentros

I still enjoy reading on my 5" eReaders sometimes (Kobo Mini and Sony PRS-350). If Kobo came out with a 5", front lit Kobo Mini, I would seriously consider buying it. I like light and portable eReaders.

Sometimes it's just more convenient to read on my phone, so both a smaller eink device and a larger one like the remarkable 2 or scribus would be nice, but all in all, the phone, the 6in PW3 kindle and the larger 11in tablet cover all the bases, more devices would be too many for me

[JBaby]

Originally Posted by JSWolf

A sleeve is not all that protective because you have to go to the hassle of putting it back in after you are done reading and you may not do that all the time. A book style case is best as you will close that when you finish reading.

You forgot to add “for you.” I hate book cover cases. They add too much weight for me. I prefer a snap on the back shell case with a sleeve combo. I do not like clear cases. As I said before I always put my Kindle in its sleeve when I’m not reading. Every. Single. Time.

[deleted2]

Originally Posted by JBaby

You forgot to add “for you.” I hate book cover cases. They add too much weight for me. I prefer a snap on the back shell case with a sleeve combo. I do not like clear cases. As I said before I always put my Kindle in its sleeve when I’m not reading. Every. Single. Time.

After I read the blog post from The eBook Reader, I noticed that my Paperwhite had a small scratch. Not noticeable when I read, but it was there. I immediately bought a sleeve, to protect the screen. I used to have a clear case and the corners would protect the screen when I put it down. Or so I thought. Anyways, I got this sleeve from Amazon. Like you, I always put it in after I have finish reading.

[JSWolf]

Maybe the sleeve scratched the screen.

[deleted2]

Originally Posted by JSWolf

Maybe the sleeve scratched the screen.

Read carefully... I bought the sleeve after I saw a small scratch.