Indeed, and though Kindle has improved, it hasn't improved by much. I've owned 4 generations and they are all a bit better, especially when new. It's the same

Indeed, and though Kindle has improved, it hasn't improved by much. I've owned 4 generations and they are all a bit better, especially when new. It's the same complaint people make about iOS devices degrading to force upgrades. I don't think it's deliberate but I do think it's deliberately neglected.