TL;DR
Amazon will add a new Fig colorway to the Kindle Scribe Colorsoft lineup, with the shade expected to go on sale January 28, according to sources speaking to Good E-Reader. The Fig option is a deep red finish and does not change the device’s hardware or feature set.
What happened
Amazon is rolling out a new Fig finish for the Kindle Scribe Colorsoft, with third-party reporting indicating the color will appear on Amazon’s storefront on January 28. The Scribe Colorsoft family was first revealed in September 2025 and saw a partial availability window in December 2025; this Fig launch closes out part of that staggered rollout. Fig contrasts with the existing Graphite finish—Graphite being a neutral gray—by offering a rich, interior-fig–inspired red. The change is cosmetic only: the device retains its productivity-focused design, complete with a stylus and support for editing and annotating documents. Published specifications for the Scribe Colorsoft list an 11-inch glare-free color display, 300 ppi black-and-white and 150 ppi color resolution, 32 GB or 64 GB storage options, a front light, and a listed price of $680 on Amazon. The lower-cost Scribe variant without a front light remains marked as "Coming soon."
Why it matters
- Adds a non-neutral finish for buyers seeking more personalization than standard gray or black options.
- Represents a step toward completing the staggered Colorsoft rollout that began in late 2025.
- Confirms the Fig release is a cosmetic update only; no new hardware changes were reported.
- Provides consumers another purchase option ahead of decisions about accessories and cases that match the new color.
Key facts
- Fig colorway is expected to appear on Amazon on January 28, according to sources cited by Good E-Reader.
- The Kindle Scribe Colorsoft line was announced in September 2025 and saw a partial release in December 2025.
- Fig is described as a deep red shade inspired by a fig’s interior; it is the second color option after Graphite.
- The Fig finish alters only the exterior color and does not change internal hardware or software features.
- The Scribe Colorsoft is positioned as a productivity device with a stylus for document editing and annotation.
- Device specs listed: 11-inch glare-free color display; 300 ppi (black & white) and 150 ppi (color) resolution.
- Storage options are 32 GB or 64 GB and the model includes a front light.
- The article lists a price of $680 for the Kindle Scribe Colorsoft on Amazon.
- A cheaper Scribe variant without a front light is still listed on the store page as "Coming soon."
What to watch next
- Availability on Amazon on January 28 as reported; check Amazon listings on that date for regional availability and stock status.
- Timing and pricing details for whether the Fig finish carries the same $680 listing as other Colorsoft models.
- Further Scribe colorways or model rollouts beyond Fig — not confirmed in the source.
Quick glossary
- Colorway: A specific color or finish option offered for a hardware product.
- Stylus: A pen-shaped tool used to interact with touchscreens for writing, drawing, or navigation.
- PPI: Pixels per inch, a measure of screen pixel density; higher numbers indicate finer detail.
- Front light: An integrated lighting system used to illuminate an e-reader’s display for better visibility in low light.
Reader FAQ
When will the Fig Kindle Scribe Colorsoft be available?
Sources cited by Good E-Reader indicate a January 28 release on Amazon.
Does the Fig color change any hardware or features?
No — the Fig finish is cosmetic only; the device’s hardware and features remain the same.
What colors are available for the Scribe Colorsoft?
The article identifies two color options: Graphite and the newly announced Fig.
Is there a lower-cost Scribe model coming?
The store page still shows a Scribe variant without a front light listed as 'Coming soon.'
Will the Fig color be available worldwide on the same date?
not confirmed in the source
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Sources
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- The Kindle Scribe Colorsoft's Fig colorway is almost here.
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