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FIRST-GEN KINDLE SCRIBE DROPS TO $150 REFURBISHED

INDUSTRY DESK1 MIN READ
SAT, AUG 8, 2026

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Amazon's first-generation Kindle Scribe is available refurbished for $149.99 through August 8th, making the large e-reader and digital notebook more accessible for students and note-takers.

The deal applies to the 16GB model bundled with a Premium Pen—which features a built-in eraser—at Woot when you enter promo code KINDLE25 at checkout. The Kindle Scribe's 10.2-inch display suits textbooks and ebooks, while its stylus support enables handwritten note-taking. This makes it particularly relevant for students returning to school who want a hybrid reading and writing device. The refurbished first-gen model typically costs more new, so this pricing represents a meaningful discount for those willing to go with a previous generation. The larger screen differentiates it from standard Kindles, though the device remains niche—primarily valuable for users specifically seeking note-taking capabilities alongside e-reading rather than general consumers.

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