He shared the reason why he loves reading on a Kindle (Stock Image) (Image: Getty)
Kindles are great for taking all your books in one handy place when you go on holiday. Forget lugging paperbacks and hardbacks around with you in your suitcase, taking up unnecessary weight, because this can be shoved into your personal bag with no drama.
And when you’re reading poolside, it’s great, because your arms aren’t going to feel that unwanted ache when you’re holding a physical book. It’s just a thin, lightweight device which can be held in any position of your liking.
Bookworm George also pointed out if you’re reading in the pool and you accidentally drop your Kindle, it isn’t the end of the world, because the device will still work underneath the surface of the water.
He joked that “goggles [are] needed” if you want to actually read your book underwater, but he wanted to show off how easy it is to use as he said: “The best part about owning a Kindle.”
George then dipped his Kindle into the swimming pool, and was still able to read it easily. He lifted it out of the water, and it was still working.
However, in the comments, someone pointed out you need to check which Kindle you’ve got before following George’s actions.
“Make sure it is a Paperwhite before trying this,” they urged. Another added: “And make sure it’s the right Paperwhite lol.”
They continued by stating which Paperwhite Kindles are actually waterproof, and wrote: “The 10th, 11th and 12th generation Paperwhites and the 9th and 10th generation Oasis models. Of course, the ColourSoft Kindle as well.”
Amazon explained: “It features an IPX8 rating, meaning it is designed to withstand accidental immersion in up to 2 metres of fresh water for up to 60 minutes, so you can safely read by the pool, in the bath, or at the beach.”
However, Amazon advised against intentional immersion in soapy water, beverages, or prolonged exposure to salt water. If this happens, you should immediately rinse the device with fresh tap water.
It’s probably best not to intentionally get your Kindle wet, especially if you have a protective case on it, as many do, as the case may not be waterproof, and it could ruin it.
Also, do not attempt to charge the device if it gets wet, as this could cause serious damage to it.
One man warned: “Reminder that the water seal is meant for accidents. The seal becomes weak over time, and is only tested in purified water, not in pool water or the sea.”
While a woman responded: “No matter what Kindle, even waterproof, I still wouldn’t do this. My anxiety is up from watching this.”
Someone said they’d still want to “use a clear pouch” when putting it in water.
Would you dip your Kindle into water? Let us know in the comments…