Feeling overwhelmed by your tech rather than assisted by it?
Drowning in gadgets so much that you’re not even sure what to use when and why?
You’re not alone. But Kindle Scribe’s new launch is here to help.
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Built to help Australians stay focused, organised and productive without the constant distractions of everyday tech, the new range features three separate products that are the perfect gift for yourself or someone else.
The lineup includes the next-generation Kindle Scribe, with and without a front light, and the first-ever colour Kindle Scribe — Kindle Scribe Colorsoft.
All three devices are available for pre-order starting today and will begin shipping on 10 June 2026.
New research highlights growing focus fatigue among Australians, with 22 per cent saying constant interruptions are impacting their ability to properly disconnect, while 17 per cent struggle to stay focused on a single task.
In response, many are seeking more intentional ways to reset, with one in three (33.4 per cent) turning to focused activities like reading to properly switch off.
Designed to minimise distractions and support uninterrupted thinking, the new Kindle Scribe lineup combines reading, writing and AI-powered organisation tools in one paper-like device.
Rather than trying to be overly tech-y, the launches are high tech but delightfully analogue.
“Australians are increasingly looking for ways to create moments of uninterrupted focus in a world full of constant notifications and distractions,” says Jacqui Corbett, Amazon Devices Country Manager, Australia and New Zealand.
“The new Kindle Scribe lineup is designed to support clearer thinking, deeper focus and more intentional productivity, whether that’s journaling, planning your week, reading without interruptions, or capturing ideas as they happen.
“With Kindle Scribe Colorsoft, we’re also introducing colour note-taking and organisation tools that make planning, prioritising and creative work feel even more intuitive.”
So what are the three separate products and what do you need to know about them?
First up, there is the All-New Kindle Scribe Colorsoft, starting from $999.
Kindle Scribe Colorsoft features the same new design with a fluid colour writing experience powered by custom Colorsoft display technology and a new rendering engine.
Colours are soft and easy on the eyes, with weeks of battery life and no distracting apps, notifications or social feeds, creating a more intentional space for reading, thinking and creativity.
Alternatively, you could invest in the All-New Kindle Scribe, priced from $849.
The new Kindle Scribe range is ultra-thin (5.4 mm), ultra-light (400 g), and 40 per ent faster for writing and page turns, with a larger 11-inch glare-free display, meaning it feels effortlessly light in your hand, easy to slip into any bag, and instantly responsive whenever inspiration strikes.
That spacious glare-free screen gives users more room to read, sketch, or plan their day, whether sitting on the couch, commuting, or relaxing outdoors.
Brighter, more even lighting keeps things comfortable on the eyes, while the paper-like writing surface makes every note feel natural and satisfying.
With faster performance, ideas flow smoothly without lag or distraction, turning everyday moments into opportunities to read, think, and create.
Finally, there is the All-New Kindle Scribe without front light, priced from $699, for those who don’t wish to have a front light.
All are available for pre-order.
As more Australians seek tools that help reduce distraction and reclaim uninterrupted attention, Kindle Scribe is designed to create a calmer, more focused digital experience for reading, note-taking and everyday organisation.
Of course, Kindle Scribe is a notebook and Kindle in one, with access to Amazon’s e-book store, mirroring everything customers love about Kindle.
All devices come with a premium pen that magnetically attaches and never needs charging.
There are also a number of new accessories you can get your hands on, including a plant-based flip cover (Matcha and Graphite) from $129.95, a leather flip cover (Fig and Graphite) from $169.95 and a leather folio cover (Fig, Graphite and Caramel), from $199.95.
Each accessory is purpose-built for the new Kindle Scribe, featuring a sleek, slim design and a robust magnetic attachment that securely holds the device in place for comfortable, extended use.
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