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Amazon Launches its New Waterproof Kindle Oasis E-reader

New Amazon Kindle Fire HDX 8.9 Tablets are displayed during a launch event in New York September 17, 2014. REUTERS/Brendan McDermid
New Amazon Kindle Fire HDX 8.9 Tablets are displayed during a launch event in New York September 17, 2014. REUTERS/Brendan McDermid
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Amazon Launches its New Waterproof Kindle Oasis E-reader

New Amazon Kindle Fire HDX 8.9 Tablets are displayed during a launch event in New York September 17, 2014. REUTERS/Brendan McDermid
New Amazon Kindle Fire HDX 8.9 Tablets are displayed during a launch event in New York September 17, 2014. REUTERS/Brendan McDermid

Amazon has unveiled its latest waterproof Kindle Oasis e-reader which can be used on the beach, in the pool, or in the bathtub; developed to survive immersion in up to 2 meters.

The device is available for 3 different price, the 8GB version is for $250, the 32GB model prices at $280, and the 32GB with free cellular connectivity is priced at $350.

The new Oasis which holds the same name as last year’s premium Kindle — has jumped up in size, moving from a 6-inch screen to a 7-inch screen, which can take a bigger number of words, according to the company.

The device has ambient light sensors and comes with an aluminum back. Amazon said now page-turning feels faster.

This version isn't only waterproof, but also has a built-in Audible app that lets users download and listen to around 375 thousand audible programs and books.

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Saudi Arabia's Video Game Market Booms with over 2.4 Million Consoles Imported in Two Years

A Saudi flag flutters atop Saudi Arabia's consulate in Istanbul, October 20, 2018. REUTERS/Huseyin Aldemir
A Saudi flag flutters atop Saudi Arabia's consulate in Istanbul, October 20, 2018. REUTERS/Huseyin Aldemir
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Saudi Arabia's Video Game Market Booms with over 2.4 Million Consoles Imported in Two Years

A Saudi flag flutters atop Saudi Arabia's consulate in Istanbul, October 20, 2018. REUTERS/Huseyin Aldemir
A Saudi flag flutters atop Saudi Arabia's consulate in Istanbul, October 20, 2018. REUTERS/Huseyin Aldemir

Saudi Arabia's video game sector has seen remarkable growth in the past two years, with imports of video game consoles reaching over 2.4 million units in 2024 and 2025, according to data from the Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority.

In 2024, over 1.7 million units were imported, while 684,489 units have been imported so far in 2025. China, Japan, and the United States were the top suppliers, SPA reported.

The Saudi Internet Report 2024 from the Communications, Space and Technology Commission highlighted significant improvements in the digital infrastructure, including an 88% improvement in response time for popular video games. The report also detailed usage trends, showing that smart devices are the most used platform (24.2% of users), followed closely by PlayStation (23.8%).

PlayStation is the dominant platform for the 10-19 age group, while smart devices are preferred by older demographics. Whiteout Survival, Roblox, and Subway Surfers were the most downloaded mobile games.

The Esports World Cup, which is being held in Riyadh from July 7 to August 24, reinforces the Kingdom's growing role as a global gaming hub. The event features over 2,000 players from more than 100 countries competing for prizes exceeding $70 million, solidifying Saudi Arabia's position in the global gaming and esports scene.