Overview of Amazon Kindle Voyage 7th Generation Firmware 5.7.2

The Amazon Kindle Voyage is a high-end ereader from Amazon. The 7th generation firmware version 5.7.2 was released in 2016 and includes several new features and enhancements. Let’s take a closer look at this device and its features.

List of Features

• High-resolution 6-inch touchscreen display (300 ppi)
• Ambient light sensor that adjusts the display to the lighting conditions
• Patented built-in light evenly illuminates the screen to provide the right brightness level
• Long battery life of up to 6 weeks, based on 30 minutes of reading per day
• Lightweight, ergonomic design (high-quality magnesium back and glass front)
• Built-in Wi-Fi and free cellular connectivity for easy downloads (100 MB per month, upgradable to more storage space)
• 4 GB of on-device storage (holds thousands of books) with free cloud-based storage for all Amazon content
• PagePress to turn pages with a slight touch (ideal for one-handed reading)
• Whispersync – synchronize your ebooks across devices, so you can start reading on one device and continue on another
• Vocabulary Builder tool to create flashcards from words you looked up in the dictionary
• Warm and comfortable light for night reading

Specifications

• Display: 6-inch, 300 ppi
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi, Cellular
• Battery Life: Up to 6 weeks
• Storage: 4 GB
• Weight: 6.3 ounces (180 grams)
• Dimensions: 6.4 x 4.5 x 0.30 inches (162 x 115 x 7.6 mm)
• Supported Formats: Kindle Format 8 (AZW3), Kindle (AZW), TXT, PDF, unprotected MOBI, PRC natively; HTML, DOC, DOCX, JPEG, GIF, PNG, BMP through conversion.

Technologies used in Kindle Voyage 7th Generation Firmware 5.7.2

The Kindle Voyage 7th generation firmware 5.7.2 uses E Ink Carta technology for its display. The high-quality magnesium back and glass front give it a solid build. The page-turning experience is enhanced by Amazon's patented PagePress technology. The device also features Whispersync, allowing synchronization of ebooks across devices and a Vocabulary Builder tool to create flashcards from words in the dictionary.

Known Issues and Troubleshooting

Users have reported a few issues with the 7th generation Kindle Voyage. A common issue reported is the device not charging properly or battery drain. This can often be resolved by resetting the device or checking the charging cable. If the issue persists, Amazon customer support should be contacted. Another reported issue is the device slowing down or freezing. An update to the firmware to fix these issues is recommended. The reset button can also be used to restore the device to factory settings to see if the issue persists. In rare cases, a replacement device may be needed if the above steps fail.

Driver Information

Kindle Voyage uses a USB mass storage mode to transfer files to and from your computer, which means it doesn’t require a driver to use on your computer. However, firmware updates require drivers. These drivers can be downloaded from the Amazon website and are installed on your computer to allow the firmware update to be loaded onto the Kindle Voyage securely. It is important to have the latest drivers installed to avoid any potential issues when updating the device.