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AMAZON ADDS DARK MODE TO KINDLE COLORSOFT

INDUSTRY DESK1 MIN READ
WED, APR 29, 2026

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Amazon has rolled out a software update bringing dark mode to the Kindle Colorsoft and Kindle Scribe Colorsoft e-readers. Users can now toggle dark mode settings individually for specific menus.

The update addresses a notable gap in Amazon's color e-reader lineup. Most monochrome Kindle devices have featured system-wide dark mode for years, but the Colorsoft models—which use color E Ink screens—previously lacked the feature across their full UI. With this update, dark mode becomes available throughout the entire interface of both devices, not just for ebook pages. Users gain granular control, allowing them to set different themes for their library and notebook independently. This means users can maintain a dark library view while keeping their notebook light, or vice versa. The Kindle Colorsoft and Kindle Scribe Colorsoft join Amazon's broader Kindle ecosystem in supporting dark mode functionality. The update rolls out now across both devices.

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