Amazon has removed the download and transfer option for new Kindles, forcing users to rely on wireless delivery for ebooks. This change eliminates the ability to sideload ebooks via USB, limiting user preferences and options.
Link: https://blog.the-ebook-reader.com/2024/10/20/amazon-removed-download-and-transfer-option-for-new-kindles/
Comments: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=41897425
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