Amazon has launched new generation kindle on 28 Sep 2011. And the good news is the kindle 4 is now available to ship to Australia!
Amazon Kindle price list update (Australia)
Price updated May 17, 2012
| Kindle model | Amazon.com* (ship to Australia) | Big W/Dick Smith | Other Retailers |
| Kindle 4 (2011) | $120.98 | $139 | $189 |
| Kindle Touch WiFi | $150.98 | $185 | $229** |
| Kindle Touch 3g | $200.98 | $249 | $279** |
| Kindle 3 (keyboard) WiFi+3G | $200.98 | $219 | $249 |
* Price from Amazon.com already includes shipping cost
** Some retailers sell ads-included version (kindle with special offers)
Which kindle should I buy in Australia?
Kindle fire VS e-ink kindle
If you want an e-book reader in Australia I recommend the new e-ink kindle. Kindle Fire is an Android tablet which is primary functions are for musics, videos, internet and games. It is currently available to US only due to digital contents restriction. Some features of kindle fire will not work outside U.S. including streaming videos and the App store!
The e-ink kindle
New kindle is the light version for starter. It has same e-ink display as kindle touch. There’s no physical keyboard. Navigation and typing have to be done using 5-way controller. Battery life lasts for 1 month and no support for audio files and text-to-speech. This kindle is perfect for pure readers who only use kindle to read.
See: Kindle 4 for international shipping
Kindle touch is top-of-the-line kindle available right now. It has full options including touch screen, text-to-speech and longer battery life (2 months). Also featured on kindle touch is “X-ray” which allows you to scan a character, historical figures, and interesting phrase. With touch screen, you can easily surf the web, take notes, or look up words on your kindle.
See: Kindle Touch WiFi for international shipping
Kindle Touch 3g has free 3g connection. You can buy and download e-books without WiFi connection. It’s more convenient and perfect for travelers because Amazon offers free 3g service in more than 100 countries.
See: Kindle Touch 3g for international shipping
Where should I buy a new kindle 4 in Australia?
I recommend buying a kindle at Amazon US store. Price is always cheaper than Australian retailers. You kindle will be automatically associated with your amazon account so buying e-books is just one step ahead. Amazon sometime offers special price on kindle accessories such as cover and charger when you buy a new kindle.
| Service/Seller | Amazon.com | Local store |
| Price | See above | See above |
| Delivery | 2-5 days | Next day |
| Accessories | More to choose, cheaper price | Limited styles, usually more expensive |
| Warranty | Yes | Yes |
Step by step guide to buy a kindle/kindle touch in Australia
1. To buy a kindle from amazon, make sure you go to Kindle sale page for Australia.
- Kindle 4 for shipping to Australia – click here
- Kindle Touch for shipping to Australia – click here
- Kindle Touch 3g for shipping to Australia- click here (new)
If you accidentally land on a wrong page, you may find a blue bar like this one.
2. Choose Australia and add kindle/kindle touch to your shopping cart. Explore kindle accessories store and add cover/adapter as you need.
Don’t forget to check for special discount on kindle accessories when purchase with a new kindle.
3. Proceed to check out. If you don’t have an Amazon account, you have to create one at this step. During check out, you have to provide shipping address and payment method. There are two shipping options you can choose :
- Expedited International Shipping costs $11.98 (approx. within 1 week)
- Priority International Courier costs $20.98 (approx. 2-5 days)
During check out, guaranteed arrival date and total costs will be displayed before your order is final. No extra tax will be collected when your kindle arrives in Australia.
Warranty
Kindle purchased from Amazon also includes 1 year warranty. You can talk to Amazon’s online support to ask for change if your kindle broke. UPS service will pick it up at your office in Australia and a new one will be sent to you (usually arrives within 1 week).
Don’t be tricked : Kindle with special offers
You may notice that there are kindles with special offer which have lower price on Amazon.com. “Special offers” means they come with sponsored ads and cheaper price. The ads target customers in the U.S. So they’re currently not available for international shipping.
If you’re going to buy a kindle from local store, don’t forget to check if it is a kindle with special offers. Some retailers in Australia imported this ads-included kindle and sell it at unreasonably high price.
We have to thanks Tayla who mentioned this in her comment.
I’ve just received my kindle 4 from amazon. It’s a trimmed off version of the K3. Slimmer, faster, and no keyboard. Overall, I like it – a basic kindle just for reading at more affordable price.
This version looks tougher than K3. Hope it won’t break easily.
Just got a kindle 4 in Australia. At first, I’m a little nervous about the onscreen keyboard. Actually, it works pretty well. You can hold the 5-way controller and the selector will pass through each letter quickly.
This new kindle looks more expensive than kindle 3. I prefer grey color to graphite.
I spend much less money on paperback since I’ve got my kindle. I prefer reading on kindle, it’s lighter and small enough to take anywhere.
I’ve bought a kindle 3 from a local retailer because I concerned about online payment security. I feel a little disappointed after reading your article because eventually, I have to create Amazon account and make online payment to buy kindle books. My price is much more expensive!
When will kindle touch available for Australia?
Kindle 4 is amazing, and Marware Eco-vue cover from amazon.com looks great on my kindle. Worth my time to wait for 5 days shipping from USA. Thanks for a very helpful article.
I went to a shop to find a kindle yesterday. What I found is a kindle 4 with AU charger and USB replacement cable bundle price at $189. How can that be so expensive?? All I need is only a kindle and a charger.
If you’re going to buy a kindle from local retailer, don’t forget to check if it is a kindle with special offer (sponsored ads). I saw a website offering kindle 4 with advertisement at $159. That’s very expensive. This is sold only $79 at amazon.com!!
Thanks a lot, Tayla. I was almost tricked. I think “special offer” is an added value, actually it’s a kindle with advertisement which is sold cheaper in the U.S.
Thanks, Tayla. Your comment is very helpful and I think everyone should read it before considering where to buy a new kindle.
One thing I want to say about kindle 4: It’s really lighter than a book!
Kindle DX is now 32% ($120) off on Amazon. In case you want a large kindle with larger text.
Hi, is it possible to buy a kindle fire in Australia?
It is possible but not recommended. Kindle fire in designed for working in U.S. Amazon App store won’t work outside U.S., so you can’t buy any apps. I would get an iPad 2 instead. It has better performance and bigger screen. Or, if you’re just looking for an e-reader, buy an e-ink kindle.
A kindle touch would be a perfect gift for Christmas if it’s available to order in Australia. I’m so upset.
You can buy a kindle touch in Australia. It’s quite an easy process and the price is reasonable.
See: How to buy kindle touch in Australia.
If my friend buy me a kindle touch from U.S., will it work normally in Australia?
Sure, Danny. Kindle touch from U.S. will work normally in Australia. The only reason why Amazon don’t ship kindle touch to Australia is it doesn’t have enough products to serve large demand during holiday season in U.S.
I think I’ve made a right choice buying a kindle 4 without touchscreen. Its functions are sufficient for all my need. I only use kindle as a reading device. If you love reading, give it a try. It’s cheaper than a dinner out!
Hi, are kindle e-books different by countries? I mean can I access all kindle e-books on U.S. store?
Kindle contents is slightly different by regions. As of Dec 2011, there are 910,000 books plus U.S. and international newspapers and magazines available for Australia. You can preview kindle bookstore for Australia here. Choose Australia from the left side bar.
The new kindle fits my need perfectly. I just want a reading device that’s easy to carry around. It’s convenient and easy to use. I have no regret.
From my perspective, battery life is the best feature of kindle reader. I never think of an electronic device which can last for months without recharging. It’s very convenient for me because I don’t have to carry power adapter during my vacation.
Hi, I used to read academic PDF document on my iPad. But I prefer a print-out version because it’s more comfortable to read. But when I’ve got my kindle, I never use my printer again.
Hello
I purchased my Kindle last year and adore it. Unfortunately I have damaged the connection point that houses the charging chord, I have obviously tried to put it in upside down and wrecked it in the process. I have no hesitation in ordering another Kindle but my questions are:
What about the books I have already downloaded? Am I somehow able to retrieve them?
Do I have to start up a new account?
Can you please advise Am lost without my Kindle
Many thanks
You don’t need to start up a new account. All books you’ve purchased will be accessible by your new kindle without additional cost.
At last kindle touch is official available for Australia. I can’t wait to have it!
Does power adapter for kindle 3 fit the kindle touch? Or do I need to buy a new power adapter for kindle touch?
Please help, thanks.
I received a kindle touch wifi from amazon.com this morning. Shipping is fast as expected (I chose faster delivery with additional $10). The kindle touch is very easy to navigate compared to the kindle 3. And the weight is also very light. A great reading device everyone should have.
I love metal color of kindle touch. It looks more expensive than graphite.
I’ve seen teasers to suggest there may be a colour version of Kindle
Touch available in March 2012? I’m keen on the Touch, but if the
colour version is coming, how long until we could get them delivered
in Australia?
First, I don’t think there will be kindle touch with color display because it would not make a big different from kindle fire.
Second, kindle touch 3g is now still available only in the U.S. So the new generation kindle touch is not likely to be available to Australia soon. Amazon has regularly announced new kindle model before Thanksgiving.
If I purchase a book can the same book be downloaded onto my husbands
Kindle.
We both have Kindle touch models.
Your can share the same kindle account. Your kindle contents will be identical to your husband’s.
Hi
I forgot my password and credit card details from when I started the account.
Can you please help me reset it.
I’m not sure if you’re asking how to reset your kindle to factory setting?
If so, here’s the solution.
1. From the Home screen, press Menu.
2. Select Settings.
3. Press Menu again and select Reset to Factory Defaults.
This may take a few minutes to complete. All downloaded contents will be removed but you can re-download your purchased contents again after registering your kindle with your amazon account.
I try to pre-order a kindle touch 3g at Amazon.com but they ask for my credit card number. Do I have to pre-pay for my items?
Lara, you have to enter your credit card number to pre-order a kindle touch 3g. But they won’t actually charge the card until your items are dispatched. However, you may notice a charge of $1. This is the way amazon validates your card, that amount will be refunded into your account shortly.
Just pre-order a kindle touch from Amazon.com. It seems to be the cheapest option. I can’t find a local store with better deal. Another advantage is there are many kindle covers to choose.
Black leather cover with light looks great on my kindle touch. Very recommended if you’re going to buy a new kindle.
Does kindle touch has game app??
I’m interested in buying Kindle Touch 3G, Free 3G + Wi-Fi, 6″ E Ink
Display and have it shipped to Ho Chi Minh City Vietnam. What are the
other payments/charges that I have to pay aside from the $189 price?
11-21 USD for shipping to Ho Chi Minh City (depends on preferred shipping speed). You’ll see total sum before your order is completed.
Is it necessary to buy a power adapter for kindle?
Without power adapter, you can charge your kindle by connecting it to your laptop using USB cable. However, I think it’s more convenient to have a power adapter.
My kindle touch 3g has arrived! I ordered it on Amazon.com last week, they shipped it faster than scheduled.
Are you able to listen to Audio books on the Kindle touch 3G through headphones ?
Sure, standard headphone works with Kindle Touch.
Hi, can you recommend where to buy kindle touch leather covers in Australia? I saw it in a shop but price is very very expensive.
You may consider buying it from Amazon.com. Shipping should cost around $10, it may be cheaper than local shop.