Hey, I'm Charlie. On this channel, you'll find Kindle tips and hidden features that most users never discover. E-ink reviews that go beyond spec sheets. And, every so often, a bigger question: is the technology in your life actually serving you or just consuming you?
That last question is the one I keep coming back to.
I spent thirteen years in a family business doing what made sense on paper. When it closed, I realised I hadn't been paying attention to what I actually wanted to make.
This channel is built on a single belief: technology should earn its place in your life. Use it to read more, think more clearly, and be more human. Cut the rest.
If you are here for the Kindle tips, you are in exactly the right place. If you stay, you might find yourself asking bigger questions about how you use technology and what you actually want from it.
New videos every week.
Charlie Samways
I'm interested in hearing what people think about the current Xteink range.
Which device are you choosing?
And let me know in the comments: have any of these become your sole e-reader, or are you using a combination of devices?
22 hours ago | [YT] | 2
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Charlie Samways
Another milestone hit today, with 1 million channel views 🥳🎉
A huge thank you to everyone who has tuned in since launching the channel just over a year ago ❤️
I absolutely love getting to share the content I make with you all, and there's plenty planned for the future.
Whether you found this channel through Kindle, Kobo, Xteink, Boox, or something else entirely, I appreciate every single one of those views and each person who has tuned in.
I've also been blown away by the support and messages I get. I've just been on holiday for 10 days, and I'm still trying to catch up with all of the comments and messages that have come through. But I will catch up eventually ☺️
I am so excited to share more with you soon.
Charlie
5 days ago | [YT] | 16
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Charlie Samways
No video this week, but lots more planned in the weeks ahead!
I've just arrived back from a family holiday, driving down to Italy for a friend's wedding 🚗 💍
I've been testing e-ink devices along the way, so keep an eye out for more on that coming soon 👀
1 week ago | [YT] | 11
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Charlie Samways
Today is my birthday 🎁🎂
But it also marks one year of posting videos on this channel.
I've learned so much over the last year, and despite the highs and lows of running a channel, I wouldn't change a thing. It's been one of the best experiences, and I'd encourage anyone thinking about starting to take that first step!
I feel very lucky to have some wonderful people supporting me behind the scenes, and that really does make everything possible.
A huge thank you to everyone who has subscribed to my channel and for all of the kind words. A concern before starting my channel was what people would say on my videos. But I've been blown away by how supportive the comments are.
For the next year, I'm excited to share even more content with you all and look forward to going on this ride together.
Thanks for all the love and support x
1 month ago | [YT] | 31
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Charlie Samways
Nervous and excited for today's video, releasing at 5pm (BST).
I've spent the last three months building something for Kindle to solve my doomscrolling problem, and the good news is, it's worked.
I'm sharing the full story in this video. Do you reach for your phone without thinking, or have you found something that actually breaks the habit?👇
1 month ago | [YT] | 9
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Charlie Samways
Are you a fan of Kindle updating book covers to the movie tie-in, or would you prefer the original that you bought?
1 month ago | [YT] | 8
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Charlie Samways
I’ve just released a video explaining why I’m not upgrading to the Kindle Scribe Colorsoft.
I’d love to know whether adding color to a Scribe impresses you enough to upgrade.
You can check out that video here 👉 https://youtu.be/k5XIwhtYC_Q
2 months ago | [YT] | 6
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Charlie Samways
Heads up, no new videos for the next couple of weeks.
I'm travelling next week, and I'd planned to film ahead so there'd still be something for you while I was away. But some other commitments needed my attention more urgently this time, so that didn't happen.
Normal posting resumes when I'm back. Thanks for understanding, and see you soon.
2 months ago | [YT] | 12
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Charlie Samways
When it comes to your devices tracking you, how do you feel? 📱
Most people don't realise how much their Kindle quietly collects. My latest video breaks down exactly what's being tracked and how to stop it.
Watch here: https://youtu.be/L_H28jOxOdg
Vote, then tell me: does knowing your device tracks you change how you feel about it? 👇
3 months ago | [YT] | 4
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Charlie Samways
Which of these Kindle mistakes are you most guilty of? 😅📚
Just dropped a video covering 8 mistakes that quietly ruin your Kindle reading habit. Some of these are more common than you'd think!
Watch here: https://youtu.be/_2IpbEvuwaU
Vote, then let me know: is there a Kindle mistake I missed that you've caught yourself making? 👇
3 months ago | [YT] | 2
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