The Kobo Sage is going to be released next week and this device is garnering a ton of attention. It has a large 8 inch screen and can be used to take notes and annotations with the Kobo Stylus. The hardware performance has been dramatically improved with a quad core processor and finally a USB-C port. This is the first Kobo branded e-reader to have an audiobook store, in … [Read more...] about Will you buy the Kobo Sage?
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Kobo unveils new power cases for the Sage e-reader
Kobo has developed a new type of case for the Sage e-reader. The Power Case has its own battery, which will automatically charge the the internal battery of the Sage when the power gets low. Just slip your Kobo Sage into its cover with easy magnetic attachment. This product keeps the screen safe during transport. It also acts as a sleep cover, which automatically sleeps and … [Read more...] about Kobo unveils new power cases for the Sage e-reader
Why did Kobo release Audiobook enabled E-Readers?
Yesterday, Kobo announced two new e-readers into their growing portfolio of devices, the Kobo Libra 2 and Kobo Sage. The company was really hyping Bluetooth and the ability to buy and listen to audiobooks with a pair of wireless headphones or an external speaker. Additionally, the Sage can support the Kobo Stylus, which is used for freehand drawing, taking notes or making … [Read more...] about Why did Kobo release Audiobook enabled E-Readers?
Kobo Sage is a 8 inch e-reader with a stylus and audiobook support
Kobo has a brand new product that they are going to be releasing at the end of October, called the Kobo Sage. This e-reader has full support for the Kobo Stylus, which first debuted with the Elipsa, and is fully compatible with the Sage, so you can make notes and freehand draw. The stylus does not come for free with the Sage, but is an optional purchase for $49.99. The biggest … [Read more...] about Kobo Sage is a 8 inch e-reader with a stylus and audiobook support
Kobo Libra 2 is a new e-reader with audiobook support
The Kobo Libra 2 is a brand new e-reader that has a number of really exciting features. It has Bluetooth support for wireless headphones or an external speaker, because this device has the ability to buy audiobooks from the Kobo bookstore. It also has physical page turn buttons, in addition to a capacitive touchscreen display, so users will have the option to use one or the … [Read more...] about Kobo Libra 2 is a new e-reader with audiobook support
Top 5 reasons to buy a Kobo Elipsa
The Rakuten-owned brand Kobo follows closely behind Amazon Kindle as the second most popular name in the e-reader space. Kobo offers a wide range of E Ink devices in varying screen sizes that cater to all price tiers. In June 2021, we saw the launch of the 10.3-inch Kobo Elipsa that offers plenty of screen real estate. It is the most premium device offered by the brand with … [Read more...] about Top 5 reasons to buy a Kobo Elipsa
Kobo Forma is on sale for $219 in the US
Kobo rarely has discounts or savings on their flagship e-reader, the Forma. This is one of the best devices in the industry, since you can buy and read ebooks right on it and also borrow digital content from the local library. The Forma is currently on sale on Amazon for $219.99, which is $30 off the regular price, but the main Kobo website does not have the deal listed.The … [Read more...] about Kobo Forma is on sale for $219 in the US
These are the most travel-friendly e-readers
E Ink displays are wonderfully cooling for your eyes and feel fantastic to the touch. They offer great alternatives to traditional LCD and OLED screens and help save millions of trees each year. It's only natural that you'd want to take your trusty e-reader along with you on your travels.The best travel-friendly e-readers and e-paper tablets pack light and don't require you … [Read more...] about These are the most travel-friendly e-readers
Kobo has new support for Apple M1 Chip and increases DPI
Kobo has just published a new firmware update for the vast majority of their e-readers. The company has added support for the Apple M1 chip found on various MAC laptops and the Mac Mini. In the past, if you connected Micro USB to USB-C, the Kobo would not be detected, this issue has now been solved for newer devices but Glo, Aura HD, Mini, Aura SD, and Aura H2O will still be … [Read more...] about Kobo has new support for Apple M1 Chip and increases DPI
Kobo Forma with case on sale in Australia for $375
Kobo often runs deals on their entry level e-readers, but never the Forma. This is why this sale in Australia is so important, it is the first time that Booktopia is running a promotion on the Kobo Forma with Sleep Cover Case for $375.00 AUS. Normally the Forma on its own is $428.99, so you get a huge savings 20% savings.The Forma is Kobo's flagship dedicated e-reader and … [Read more...] about Kobo Forma with case on sale in Australia for $375
Kobo is going to disable in-app purchases on Android in September
Kobo plans on disabling the ability the buy audiobooks and ebooks in their Android app, starting September 2021. Rakuten Kobo announced on their Japanese website that Google is changing their billing system and this is forcing them to close down their bookstore. The bookstore closure will only apply to paid content, free audiobooks or ebooks will continue to be made … [Read more...] about Kobo is going to disable in-app purchases on Android in September
Kobo Elipsa just received a new firmware update
The Kobo Elipsa just received a new firmware update, version 4.28.17925. This simply addresses various bug fixes and stability improvements. One of the features found in the changelog has to do with accelerated dithering, which makes text and images a bit better. This is the 3rd update the e-reader has received since it was launched a couple of weeks ago.The Elipsa is a … [Read more...] about Kobo Elipsa just received a new firmware update
Kobo Clara HD can now run postmarketOS
Do you want more flexibility and control over how the Kobo Clara HD works? A new Linux based system is available to install called postmarketOS. It basically turns your e-reader into a Linux tablet. To get it installed you need to open the device and replace the SD card and run a series of commands to install the new OS.PostmarketOS was originally developed for smartphones. … [Read more...] about Kobo Clara HD can now run postmarketOS
Onyx Boox Note 3 vs Kobo Elipsa
Are you looking to purchase an e-note in the next few weeks? The Kobo Elipsa is brand new and just started shipping. In this comparison video, we take a look at how this brand new Kobo product compares against the Onyx Boox Note 3, which has been one of the best products on the market.The Onyx Boox Note 3 features an E INK Mobius touchscreen display with a resolution of … [Read more...] about Onyx Boox Note 3 vs Kobo Elipsa