Amazon Tightens DRM on Latest Kindle E-readers, Restricting Backups and Sharing
Amazon has bolstered digital rights management (DRM) on its 11th and 12th generation Kindle e-readers with the latest firmware update, version 5.18.5. This move tightens restrictions on users, making it harder to download and remove DRM from Kindle books, backup content, or share it with others.
The update, released by Amazon known for its strict DRM policy, builds on an earlier change this year that removed USB transfer for Kindle books. The new DRM system uses an account secret stored in an inaccessible location on the Kindle, potentially requiring a jailbroken device to remove it. However, even jailbreak methods may no longer work after updates.
The update affects several Kindle e-reader models, potentially making it impossible to backup Kindle books in the future without DRM. Additionally, the Kindle for PC app has been updated to disallow older versions from downloading Kindle books, and purchased books can no longer be downloaded without updating the app.
Amazon's latest update to strengthen DRM on Kindle e-readers has significantly impacted users' ability to backup and share content. While the company is renowned for its strict DRM policy, these changes may pose challenges for users seeking flexibility in managing their digital libraries.
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