Amazon Admits some of Its Latest Kindles Have a Defect (Update: New Statement)

Amazon’s new Kindles appear to have a light leak problem

Some users are reporting that the new Kindles have a light leak issue that is especially apparent when using dark mode. The latest base-model Kindles have a flush bezel that gives them a sleek appearance and looks great… as long as you keep the lights on. But things can change once you turn down the […]

Amazon admits some of its latest Kindles have a defect (Update: New statement)

Amazon recently launched its latest Kindle lineup. Users are now reporting an issue with light bleed on the base model.

Bug or feature? When it comes to the Kindle 2026, it depends who you're talking to

Amazon has said to exchange base Kindle 12th-gen units with a light bleed, but has also said that the result of the light leak was expected.

Kindle light bleed: what Amazon says and what to do

New Kindle glowing at the edges? Amazon says that’s expected Some 2026 Kindle owners see a glow at the screen edges. Amazon says it comes from the new design. Here is how to test yours and what to do. TechCity

Users find a weird issue with the Kindle 2026: Amazon says it was 'expected'

Early Kindle 2026 users reported a "light bleeding" issue with the eReader. Amazon got candid about it, and it looks like this was always expected.