Users report light leak issue on new Kindle models in dark mode

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Some users have reported a light leak problem with Amazon's latest base-model Kindles. The issue becomes apparent when the e-reader is used in dark mode with increased brightness, causing visible shadows or LED strips around the screen edges. This problem appears to affect both plastic and aluminum versions in all available colors. The flaw may be related to the device's front lighting combined with its flush-screen design.

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