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Amazon All-New Kindle: Front lighting and a better screen elevate this entry level e-reader

Amazon’s All-new Kindle brings its entry-level e-reader out of the dark ages. With the addition of glare-free, adjustable front lighting, it allows users a more comfortable reading experience day or night without having to spring for the higher-priced Kindle Paperwhite or the luxe Kindle Oasis.

The All-new Kindle replaces the 8th-generation Kindle e-reader and retains many of its slimmed-down specs. It does, however, introduce a few upgrades including improved E Ink technology and a capacitive touchscreen. With special offers—i.e., ads—enabled, it costs $89.99, a $10 increase over the prior generation. Without

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