I remember being in New York in 2013 when Kobo announced a slew of new e-readers and tablets. One of the things they unveiled was their new relationship with Pocket, the read it later service. All Kobo e-readers have this functionality and it is one of most underrated aspects of owning a Kobo. It basically allows you to have a browser based plugin or dedicated app for your … [Read more...] about Save to Pocket is a godsend for the Kobo e-Reader
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Kobo e-readers are now available in Singapore
Kobo e-readers are now available in Singapore. The company has just ironed out a deal with Ingram Micro for distribution to businesses. Kobo also launched a new version of their website, so readers can buy them directly. This is the first time that Kobo has expanded into a new market in 2019.“Kobo goes where the readers are and we have always found a great community of … [Read more...] about Kobo e-readers are now available in Singapore
Kobo brings many of the Libra H2O features to older Kobo e-readers
Kobo has just issued a new firmware update for the Kobo Touch, Kobo Glo, Kobo Glo HD, Kobo Aura, Kobo Aura HD, Kobo Aura H2O, Kobo Aura H2O Edition 2, Kobo Aura ONE, Kobo Aura ONE Limited Edition, Kobo Aura Edition 2 ,Kobo Clara HD and the Kobo Forma. Here is a list of all of the new features found in 4.17.13651. Enhanced eBook navigationWe listened to Kobo readers … [Read more...] about Kobo brings many of the Libra H2O features to older Kobo e-readers
There is a new Kobo e-reader coming out soon
Kobo is going to be releasing a new e-reader in the next few weeks. The company has just obtained FCC certification to sell the device in the United States. It is going to have 8GB of internal storage and powered by a 1200 mAh battery. Like all other Kobo e-readers it will have wireless internet access to access the Kobo bookstore, Overdrive and Pocket.Netronix is the … [Read more...] about There is a new Kobo e-reader coming out soon
Kobo e-readers now have better security features
Kobo is pushing out a new firmware update that will give users the ability to set a four digit PIN number. This will protect your device from making unauthorized purchases from the digital bookstore and the internet browser.Release Notes for version 4.15.12920Parental controls - You can set a 4-digit PIN that must be entered to access the store and web browser on your … [Read more...] about Kobo e-readers now have better security features
Getting started with your new Kobo e-reader
Did you just get a new Kobo ereader as a gift for Christmas or just purchased one for yourself? Kobo is globally recognized as the second most popular brand in the world and their devices are easily accessible at thousands of bookstores. Although Kobo e-readers are not overly complicated, but there are a number of tips and tricks to help you get started, and save money on … [Read more...] about Getting started with your new Kobo e-reader
Kobo e-readers now get Kobo Forma functionality
Kobo has just issued a new firmware update for their complete lineup of e-readers, and most of the functionality came from the new Kobo Forma. The Kobo firmware 4.12.12111 is compatible with the Kobo Touch, Kobo Glo, Kobo Glo HD, Kobo Touch 2.0, Kobo Aura, Kobo Aura HD, Kobo Aura H2O, Kobo Aura H2O Edition 2, Kobo Aura ONE, Kobo Aura ONE Limited Edition, Kobo Aura Edition 2, … [Read more...] about Kobo e-readers now get Kobo Forma functionality
Indigo Books and Music is not selling Kobo e-readers in the US
Indigo Books and Music is the largest bookstore chain in Canada and last month they opened up their first US location in the Mall at Short Hills in New Jersey. The company has officially confirmed to Good e-Reader that they are not selling Kobo e-readers or Kobo products in their US store. They also said they had no plans to do so when they open other stores in 2019.One of … [Read more...] about Indigo Books and Music is not selling Kobo e-readers in the US
This is the new Kobo e-reader and it will be released on October 16th
The Kobo Spain Twitter account posted an image of a new Kobo e-reader that will be released on October 16th. The Kobo Forma or Kobo Shape features two physical page turn buttons. The bottom image looks like the square, but the portrait mode image right behind it looks like a typical e-reader.Kobo filed an FCC application for this new device a few months ago, but it does not … [Read more...] about This is the new Kobo e-reader and it will be released on October 16th
Kobo e-readers now come with Bonus Super Points
Kobo e-readers sold on their Canadian and US website now come with bonus Super Points. The Kobo Aura One gives you 12,000 points, Kobo H2o has 9,000 points and the Clara HD has a respectable 6,000. Super Points can be redeemed for ebooks from self-published titles via Writing Life or big publishers, but these require more points for redemption.Kobo Super Points is a … [Read more...] about Kobo e-readers now come with Bonus Super Points
