There are a myriad of cheap and plastic styluses that ship for free with most e-readers and e-notebooks from companies such as Onyx Boox, Meebook, Hyread, Readmoo and other Chinese companies. The Amazon Kindle Scribe, Kobo, Remarkable 2, and SuperNote all have a line of basic styluses with limited functionality. If you want to spend way more money, they also have a line of … [Read more...] about Should premium styluses for e-readers support firmware updates?
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The Kobo Libra Appears to be Discontinued
Kobo recently launched the Kobo Libra Colour and the same is already available to buy via Amazon. While that is great, the other related and not-so-enthusiastic development on this front is that the original Kobo Libra might be on the way out. Kobo hasn't officially stated anything on this though as the e-Book Reader Blog stated, the Libra has already gone out of stock in the … [Read more...] about The Kobo Libra Appears to be Discontinued
You can now order Kobo replacement parts from iFixit
When the new Kobo e-readers were announced, the company touted that these would be repairable. This is a way to extend the lifespan of the Kobo Clara BW, Clara Colour and Libra Colour. Kobo and iFixit have formed a partnership, where iFixit would directly sell replacement parts, and the system is now live in major markets, such as Canada and the United States. What type of … [Read more...] about You can now order Kobo replacement parts from iFixit
Lots of e-readers are sold out and not shipping until June
There's a significant disruption in the e-reader industry's supply chain. Numerous companies and brands have openly admitted that a range of their products are completely sold out and won't be available for shipping until the end of May or early June. The affected models include the Meebook M7, Onyx Boox Palma, Hyread Gaze Note CC, the new Bigme dedicated monitor, the SuperNote … [Read more...] about Lots of e-readers are sold out and not shipping until June
Hands-on Review of the Kobo Libra Colour e-reader
The Rakuten Kobo Libra Colour is likely one of the best e-readers and e-notebooks on the market. It utilizes the latest generation E INK Kaleido 3 e-paper technology, which makes the screen vibrant. There are several major selling points behind this new device. It has a 35% larger battery than the previous generation, Libra 2; it has physical page-turn buttons, Google Drive, … [Read more...] about Hands-on Review of the Kobo Libra Colour e-reader
Kobo releases new firmware for Colour e-readers
Kobo has just issued a new software update for their three new e-readers, the Clara Colour, Libra Colour and the Clara BW. These e-readers are known for their high-quality performance and affordability. There isn't much known about the new updates yet, but Kobo merely stated that there are stability improvements and bug fixes. It is nice to see the latest generation get some … [Read more...] about Kobo releases new firmware for Colour e-readers
Rakuten Kobo e-readers are now available on Amazon
Kobo has recently launched dedicated product pages for all their e-readers on the popular Amazon Store. This is a boon for those who value a hassle-free shopping experience, with the added benefits of a flexible return policy and swift delivery. You can explore the main Kobo page to view their diverse range of models. Additionally, they offer attractive bundle deals, allowing … [Read more...] about Rakuten Kobo e-readers are now available on Amazon
Full Review of the Rakuten Kobo Clara Colour e-reader
The Kobo Clara Colour e-reader is one of the year's most essential releases. This is the first time the Canadian company has ever employed Colour E INK technology on e-readers. Public acceptance of this product is critical for the long-term viability of the Kaleido 3 e-paper for future products. If Clara has poor sales, it might encourage Kobo to move away from Colour and focus … [Read more...] about Full Review of the Rakuten Kobo Clara Colour e-reader
Kobo Nia now selling for its lowest price ever
Target is offering the Kobo Nia for a nice $89, which is $20 off the regular price. This makes it the cheapest that the entry-level Kobo has ever sold for, LaptopMag reported. What’s more, both Amazon and Walmart too have joined in on the fun and are offering the Kobo Nia at the same price. So, if you are looking for a basic no-frills e-reader device or are looking for … [Read more...] about Kobo Nia now selling for its lowest price ever
E Ink anticipating higher sales as demand for color e-readers rise
With manufacturers gradually shifting towards the adoption of color e-paper displays for e-reader devices as well as electronic shelf labels (ESLs), E Ink Holdings too is witnessing a resurgence in sales post the downturn it suffered in 2022 and 2023. As the Taipei Times reported, the company further expressed hope new four-color ESLs would make up account for 90 percent of the … [Read more...] about E Ink anticipating higher sales as demand for color e-readers rise
First look at the Kobo Libra Colour e-reader
The Rakuten Kobo Libra Colour is coming out at the end of April, and this device has lots to be excited about. It employs the latest generation of E INK Kaleido 3 e-paper. What are the major selling points? It can take notes and write on books with an optional Kobo Pencil 2. The colour filter array is at the top of the stack and has a hollow screen, so the colour accuracy is … [Read more...] about First look at the Kobo Libra Colour e-reader
First Look at the Kobo Clara Colour e-reader
Rakuten Kobo has done something that they have never done before. Their latest generation, Kobo Clara, uses an E INK Kaleido 3 colour e-paper panel, allowing users to read colour content, such as comics, manga, magazines, and PDF files, or browse the web, and the screen can provide over 4096 different colours. Kobo is the first large company to employ this technology and … [Read more...] about First Look at the Kobo Clara Colour e-reader
New Kobo e-readers listed at Amazon and Walmart, disappears thereafter
Here is something for Kobo enthusiasts to rejoice in. The new generation Kobo devices that the company stated will officially make their market debut on April 30th is already available for pre-order on Walmart. What is intriguing is that the new Kobo devices also came to be listed on Amazon as well though such pages have since been made inaccessible. You have the main Kobo page … [Read more...] about New Kobo e-readers listed at Amazon and Walmart, disappears thereafter
First Look at the Kobo Clara BW e-reader
Kobo has a trio of new e-readers that will be in customers' hands at the end of April. One of the most popular and cost-effective is the Rakuten Kobo Clara BW, a black-and-white e-reader. What are the major selling points? This will be the first Kobo with a new e-paper panel, Carta 1300; it will also be repairable, so users can purchase kits to fix the circuit board, screen or … [Read more...] about First Look at the Kobo Clara BW e-reader
Kaleido 3 display laid bare for the first time
The E Ink Kaleido 3 display looks great as an e-paper display. When looked closely, they look very similar to print on paper, which is the reason they are considered the next best thing to paper in the digital realm. While all of that is good, have you ever wondered what it might seem like when the display is viewed under the microscope. Zack Nelson from JerryRigEverything did … [Read more...] about Kaleido 3 display laid bare for the first time
Seattle Library is decreasing the number of holds for ebooks
The public library is one of the ways that savvy users can get free audiobooks and ebooks. They can be read on your smartphone, tablet or e-readers. Kobo e-readers are especially good since they have Overdrive integration in all their devices, making browsing, borrowing, and reading possible. One downfall of libraries' digital shelves is that users can be put on a waitlist for … [Read more...] about Seattle Library is decreasing the number of holds for ebooks