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Amazon and the sale of the 2024 Kindle in the UK

Amazon is an e-commerce platform that sells the 2024 Kindle model in the British market, an e-reader with 16 GB of storage, black colour and with ads. The company acts as the direct seller and distributor of the device, managing both delivery and sale through its own online store.

Features of the 2024 Kindle

According to the catalogue information, the device is presented as the lightest and most compact Kindle, with a glare-free display, faster page turns, adjustable front light and long battery life. The model has 16 GB of storage and is offered in black. The version with ads displays sponsored screensavers on the lock screen and in sleep mode.

The product has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 based on 25,048 reviews, and the platform highlights it with the Amazon's Choice badge. The catalogue indicated that more than 5,000 units had been sold in the last month.

Purchase options and prices

The store offered the new model for £84.99, a saving of 37% compared to the recommended retail price of £134.99. A refurbished option in very good condition was also available for £79.04, a saving of 41% on the same recommended price, although the item had cosmetic damage. Other sellers offered the product from £63.74.

The catalogue included the possibility of purchasing the device in bundles with a cover and 9 W adapter, in blue, black, green and rose colours, for £114.27 compared to a recommended price of £184.97. A 20% discount was also offered with the Trade-In programme.

Delivery, returns and warranty

Amazon manages the delivery and sale of the product. Free delivery was scheduled for Thursday 8 October, with a faster delivery option for Wednesday 7 October if the order was placed within a certain time. For the refurbished unit, free delivery was announced for Sunday 4 October, with fast delivery on Saturday 3 October.

The company offers free returns within 30 days of receipt, provided the item is returned in its original, unused condition for a full refund. The product has a legal warranty covering repair, replacement or refund in case of defect, and the legal warranty against hidden defects also applies.

Sustainability and certifications

The product includes a sustainability feature recognised by certifications. According to the product page information, the device's life cycle carbon emissions were reduced compared to similar products or previous models. The Carbon Trust Reducing CO2 certification endorses companies that commit to reducing emissions every year throughout the product's life cycle, with independent verification according to international standards.

Support and setup services

Amazon offers free product support, which includes phone or chat support with an associate, manufacturer contact information, repair services, step-by-step troubleshooting guides, help videos and free replacement of missing or broken parts. Availability of these options varies by product and country.

The device can be linked to your Amazon account to simplify setup through Frustration-Free Setup, which can remove steps from the initial process by applying configurations stored in your account. This linking is not available if the product is marked as a gift or if a maximum quantity is exceeded.