Kindle Reading Lights

I must admit I didn't think about it before I bought my Kindle because we are so used to devices having backlights these days aren't we.

However, as we know the unique technology behind the Kindle means that it is just like a real book.  You can't read a book in the dark can you? So it makes sense that you can't read the Kindle in the dark!

When Amazon were designing the Kindle the aim was to create a screen which didn't strain our eyes in the same way that computer, tablet and iPad screens do. So this meant using the "e-ink" technology.

There are some people who think this is a downside of the Kindle, however I think it one of the things that has made it as popular as it is. I know that I wouldn't be as keen on the Kindle if it reminded me of reading from a computer screen.

Don't forget that you also can't read traditional backlit screens in the sun! The thing I really like about the Kindle, is that you really do think you are reading from real paper, and you can still see the page in full sunlight when you're away on vacation!

There are a number of lights you can get for the Kindle which are designed to be the perfect size to clip straight onto the Kindle. You don't need to hold the light separately which would be a bit annoying wouldn't it! They are bright enough that you can see the screen clearly without being so bright that you will wake your partner who wants to sleep next to you!

So let's take a look at two of the most popular clip on lights for the Kindle:

The Kandle For Kindle is designed so that you can clip it onto the top of the Kindle without obscuring your view of the screen. It's has established itself as one of the most popular Kindle reading lights with people reporting that it produces a good amount of light and has a long battery life.

You are also able to adjust the position of the Kandle, which makes it useful to get the perfect angle.

Unless Amazon decide that they are going to add a light to the device, (which I don't see happening given that they want the Kindle to stay like a "real" book) then your only other option is to buy a Kindle Case with a built in light, or failing that then you would need to turn on the nightlight if you fancy some bedtime reading!

The sleek and modern look of the Solis LED reading light will look great on any book. Best of all, it functions just as good as it looks.

The reading light features two interchangeable clips which fits most eReaders with a thickness of 9mm to 13mm. It’s also designed with a mount angled at approximately 15 degrees which helps to prevent glare that may be occur from the light bouncing off the screen.

It has an average of about a 25 hour life span of soft tone light on one AA battery. It’s lightweight, durable and will go wherever your reading takes you.

There’s nothing like curling up with a good book, or Kindle for that matter, especially when you’re just about to go to sleep.

Many people find reading at night very relaxing, but keeping the lights on in your bedroom, living room, or wherever you’re at can be a bit impractical especially when you only need enough light for the surface of your Kindle.

Kindle reading lights are your solution for night time reading or when you’re reading in low lit environments. They’re efficient, affordable and can also help you save energy. Here are a few examples of different types of reading lights you can get for your Kindle.