Kobo has quietly announced a new contest on their Facebook Page of all places and hardly knows about it. This is the first major thing they have done with their new Super Points loyalty program, where you earn points on e-book purchases and can spend it to get free e-books. Each day Kobo is giving out prizes of 20,000 points, weekly $1,000 giveaways and a grand prize of 3 trips … [Read more...] about Kobo debuts first contest where you win Super Points
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The State of the e-Reader Industry in 2015
e-Reader adoption on a worldwide scale is still fairly strong, despite the fact that e-book sales on trending downwards. In 2014 over 12 million dedicated e-ink devices were sold, which is a far cry from 20 million units in 2011.The e-Reader industry is in a holding pattern, as many of the key players are not investing in new technologies and simply issuing small … [Read more...] about The State of the e-Reader Industry in 2015
Kobo Touch 2.0 vs Kobo Glo HD e-Reader Comparison
The Kobo Glo HD was released earlier in the year, and people were really attracted to the high resolution reading experience. It is device is comparable to the 3rd generation Kindle Paperwhite, except with Kobo you can do more advanced things like load in your own fonts and have more flexibility in crafting your own unique reading experience. The only other device to be … [Read more...] about Kobo Touch 2.0 vs Kobo Glo HD e-Reader Comparison
Kobo Touch 2.0 e-Reader Review
The Kobo Touch 2.0 is an entry level e-reader that has just been released in Canada and should hit international markets shortly. It is retailing for $89 Canadian or $61 US, which will be quite appealing to people on a budget. This device was designed to battle the Kindle Basic Touch, and does a fairly adequate job. Today, we would like to give you our comprehensive hands on … [Read more...] about Kobo Touch 2.0 e-Reader Review
Kobo Touch 2.0 Tech Specs Announced
Kobo has officially announced the Kobo Touch 2.0 on their blog and unlike the Indigo leak last week, we now have a sense of what type of specs this e-reader has.Display: 6” Pearl E Ink touchscreen; 800 x 600 resolution, 167 PPI; Neonode IR touch with 2 finger multi-touch support Size: 115 x157 x 9.2 mm; Weight: 185g Processor: Freescale i.MX6 Solo Lite @ 1 … [Read more...] about Kobo Touch 2.0 Tech Specs Announced
Kobo Developing a Loyalty Program called KoboLove
Kobo is in the process of finalizing a new loyalty program that will give you points whenever you purchase an e-book. These points can be redeemed to get free content from Kobo.The exact logistics of the program is currently unknown but it looks like Kobo will be introducing a free tier where you earn 4 points for every $5.00 you spend and a paid VIP Tier where you earn … [Read more...] about Kobo Developing a Loyalty Program called KoboLove
Kobo Starts Selling e-readers and eBooks in Mexico
Mexico is a country that many companies are bullish about because it has over 100 million mobile phones and half of the population is under 27. This has prompted Kobo to enter the market, striking partnerships with numerous bookstores to have their e-readers available to purchase.Kobo will power the eBookstore for both publisher and retailer Libreria Porrúa, with nearly 70 … [Read more...] about Kobo Starts Selling e-readers and eBooks in Mexico
Kobo iOS App Now Allows you Read Samples without an Account
Do you want to preview e-books and read samples without having to register an account? Kobo has just pushed an update to their iOS app that will allow you to do just that. This should go a long way to maybe giving new customers a reason to participate in the Kobo ecosystem and see what the overall e-reading experience is like before they pull the trigger, make an account and … [Read more...] about Kobo iOS App Now Allows you Read Samples without an Account
Kobo Implements Visa Checkout for e-books and e-readers
Kobo has just signed a deal with Visa Checkout, that allows people to get a few free e-books. If you use this new alternative to Paypal, you will gain $10 in free credit that will allow you get a number of digital titles.The Visa Checkout promotion will run from June 1st to June 20th. When you purchase an e-reader or e-book you will instantly get the $10 credited to your … [Read more...] about Kobo Implements Visa Checkout for e-books and e-readers
Selling e-Books is a Losing Proposition for Indie Bookstores
Indie bookstores have enjoyed a resurgence in book sales over the course of the past year. According to the American Booksellers Association, the number of member independent bookstores has increased more than 20% since e-readers took the world by storm. There were 1,651 in 2009 and this figure jumped dramatically to 2,094 in 2014. These days, indie bookstores don't just sell … [Read more...] about Selling e-Books is a Losing Proposition for Indie Bookstores
Kobo Emerging Writer Prize Shortlist Announced
Kobo has just unveiled the shortlist for a new literary initiative that celebrates digital works by Canadian authors. The Emerging Writer Prize was created for debut authors in three categories: Literary Fiction, Genre Fiction, Mystery and Non-Fiction. Each winning author will be awarded a $10,000 CAD cash prize as well as promotional, marketing, and communications … [Read more...] about Kobo Emerging Writer Prize Shortlist Announced
Free Kobo E-books Now Available on Southwest Airplanes
Kobo has teamed up with Southwest Airlines to offer free e-books to travelers who want to read digitally. Simply connect up your e-reader, smartphone or tablet to the entertainment portal via WIFI and you can read as many titles as you want. When you land, and aren't done reading, there is information available on how to buy a specific title.Most of the current catalog is … [Read more...] about Free Kobo E-books Now Available on Southwest Airplanes
Apple has failed the e-Book reader
Apple has quickly become a major player in the smartphone and tablet business. Their devices are everywhere and their constant marketing campaigns always generate buzz. One of the big reasons why people have gravitated towards Apple products was the sheer amount of apps available. Amazon, B&N, Kobo and Sony were all early adopters and generated a lot of money with in-app … [Read more...] about Apple has failed the e-Book reader