The 5.10.1.1 firmware update is available for Kindle eReaders

Not long after Amazon releases its all-new Kindle Paperwhite 4, it also reveals the latest firmware update today. This update should automatically download and install to your Kindle when connected wirelessly; however, you can also manually download the software and transfer the update to your device via USB cable.

Here’s what’s new for the 5.10.1.1 update:

·         Swipe-able Home: Swipe up on your home screen to see additional tips, recommendations, and more based on your reading habits.

·         Easily personalize your reading: Now save multiple reading settings, selecting the font, boldness level, and orientation settings you prefer all from the main menu and quickly switch between those settings.

·         Return borrowed books: You can return Kindle Owners’ Lending Library books from within your library by long pressing on a borrowed book and selecting return.

·         Battery percentage: The percent of battery remaining is shown.

·         Labels for the standard toolbar: Labels are added under each icon on the standard toolbar for improved navigation.

·         Performance improvements and other general enhancements.

Here’s how to manually download and install a software update.

Before manually downloading the software update, determine the current software version on your Kindle.

To determine the current software version on your Kindle: 

1.     From Home, tap the Menu icon, and then tap Settings.

2.     From Settings, tap the Menu icon again, and then tap Device Info.

If you have the latest update, it should look like this: Kindle 5.10.1.1

If you do not have this software version, click the link below to download the software update to your computer: Software Update 5.10.1.1

After you've downloaded the file to your computer, see Transfer & Install a Kindle E-Reader Software Update for instructions on installing the update.

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