Amazon is rolling back support on many of its older Kindle models.
In a statement obtained by USA TODAY, Amazon confirmed it is discontinuing support for 12 of its Kindle e-readers starting on Wednesday, May 20. Users with these models will no longer be able to purchase, borrow or download new content from the Kindle Store.
"These models have been supported for at least 14 years – some as long as 18 years – but technology has come a long way in that time," the statement said.
Are you a Kindle user in Massachusetts? Here's what to know about the latest announcement.
What Kindle models will be affected?
Amazon will discontinue support for the following Kindle models, according to the statement obtained by USA TODAY:
Kindle 1st Generation (2007)
Kindle DX (2009)
Kindle DX Graphite (2010)
Kindle Keyboard (2010)
Kindle 4 (2011)
Kindle Touch (2011)
Kindle 5 (2012)
Kindle Paperwhite 1st Generation (2012)
Kindle Fire 1st Gen (2011)
Kindle Fire 2nd Gen (2012)
Kindle Fire HD 7 (2012)
Kindle Fire HD 8.9 (2012)
When will Amazon stop supporting its older Kindle models?
Amazon will discontinue support for the outlined Kindle models starting May 20, the statement said.
Amazon offers special promotions for owners of older models
In an effort to make the transition to newer devices easier, Amazon is offering 20% off select new Kindles and a $20 eBook credit to owners of older models, the statement continued.
Greta Cross is a national trending reporter at USA TODAY. Story idea? Email her at gcross@usatoday.com.
This article originally appeared on The Providence Journal: Your old Kindle might lose downloads soon. Here’s what Amazon said.
