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
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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
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
Kobo introduce support pages for Libra Colour and Clara Colour
Kobo has just launched the Kobo Libra Colour and Kobo Clara Colour models that come with some nice features. It's special considering that both happen to be the only color e-reader that Kobo has to offer. This also makes Kobo the first among the Big Three e-reader manufacturers to offer a color display. Now, the company has introduced useful guides and articles on its support … [Read more...] about Kobo introduce support pages for Libra Colour and Clara Colour
Everything you need to know about the new Kobo e-readers
Kobo will release the Libra Color, Clara Color and Clara BW e-readers at the end of April. These are the first colour e-readers that the company has ever released, and they are a huge deal. Today, I spoke with a few people at Kobo and discovered many things that nobody was discussing.If you want to know more about the new Rakuten Kobo e-readers. Check out our preview of the … [Read more...] about Everything you need to know about the new Kobo e-readers
New Kobo Libra Colour, Clara Colour, and Clara BW discounted 19%
It has just been days back, April 10, to be specific, that Kobo launched three all-new e-reader devices, Libra Colour, Clara Colour, and the Clara BW. None would expect any of the e-readers to be available for a discount just yet though the Australian book retailer Booktopia has done just that. As TechRadar reported, the bookstore is already offering a nice 10 percent discount … [Read more...] about New Kobo Libra Colour, Clara Colour, and Clara BW discounted 19%
New Kobo e-readers are repairable
Kobo wants to extend the life of its latest generation of e-readers. The Clara BW, Clara Color and Libra Color will last a long time with a new initiative by Rakuten. Rakuten Kobo is partnering with iFixit, the leader in the technology repairability space, making it easy for customers to fix their e-readers and replace common components.A series of repair kits will be … [Read more...] about New Kobo e-readers are repairable
The Kobo Libra Color e-reader and e-note is excellent!
Kobo has just announced the Libra Color, their first e-reader and e-note with Kaleido 3 colour E INK technology. You can buy ebooks, manga, and comics, read them in vibrant colours, and use them as a digital notebook. Bring magic to your margins by annotating your pages, organizing your thoughts, and highlighting inspiring lines, all in colour. With Kobo Stylus 2 compatibility, … [Read more...] about The Kobo Libra Color e-reader and e-note is excellent!
Kobo Clara Colour has a Kaleido 3 screen
Kobo has just announced the Rakuten Kobo Clara Colour. A 6-inch dedicated e-book reader with an E INK Kaledio 3 screen can display over 4096 colours. This device is available for pre-order on April 10th and will ship out at the end of the month.Step into the world of colour covers, illustrations, and more with Kobo Clara Colour. As if Kobo Clara couldn’t get any better, it … [Read more...] about Kobo Clara Colour has a Kaleido 3 screen