As an owner, you can either set time on Kindle Paperwhite clock manually or have it synced with an internet clock server, automatically. The problem with the latter option is that you may find your Kindle clock displaying incorrect time if the server is unreachable or for some reason showing an incorrect time. Then, using the second option makes sense!
How to set time on Kindle Paperwhite?
Recently, I observed when I change the clock on my Kindle to match the time on my Echo Show 10, it inevitably changes to a different time. I find it quite confusing. So, I decided to set time on Kindle Paperwhite manually.
- Switch on your Kindle.
- Connect it to a Wi-Fi network.
- On the home screen, swipe down your finger.
- From the Quick Actions list, select All Settings.
- Choose Device Options.
- Switch to Advanced Options.
- Under Advanced options, select Device Time entry.
- Enter the current time.
- Hit the OK button.
- Check the local time, displayed at the top of the screen.
As you noticed, you need to learn only a handful of controls to change time on Kindle Paperwhite in a hassle-free way.
Why is my Kindle showing the wrong time?
It’s highly likely that the setting configured to enable Kindle to automatically synchronize the date and time with an internet time server is experiencing some issues. To make sure that it displays the accurate time, try resetting it manually.
How to change time on a Kindle?
Turn On your Amazon Kindle reader.
If it is not connected to the Internet, connect it to a Wi-Fi network with good signal strength.
From the Home Screen of your device, swipe down to reveal the Quick Actions menu, and from the list of options displayed select Settings.
Scroll down to the Device Options entry and tap the side arrow to expand it.
Switch to Advanced Options heading.
Under the Advanced Options heading, scroll down to Device Time entry and tap it.
A window should pop up on your device’s screen with timings. Use the arrowheads (Upwards or Downwards) to set the time correctly.
Amazon says, setting the local time on your Kindle e-reader can prevent issues during the device registration.
Even after following the above steps, if you find the time didn’t update as desired, restart your device and set up the time again.
Does Kindle Paperwhite update time automatically?
Yes, it works best for Kindle devices equipped with 3G connectivity because a cell tower nearby notifies such devices about the time (something similar to how your cell phone works). Moreover, the built-in free 3G connectivity uses the same wireless signals that mobile phones use, but there are no monthly fees or commitments – Amazon pays for Kindle Paperwhite 3G’s wireless connectivity. For devices equipped with only Wi-Fi, you can do it manually as described in the post above.
Hope it helps!
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