When you put your ereader to sleep and then wake it up. Brand post more online threats demand more protection. Kobo forma battery life judging the battery life of an ereader is far more difficult than that of a phone, tablet or laptop. Its quite obvious that users who want to buy a waterproof device for reading ebooks. Your ereader lets you use wi fi wireless internet to connect. Its not the companys least expensive ereader, eitherthat.
That means you can read any openformat ebook on your new kobo glo. Despite its smaller library it still offers more than 4. Speaking of books, it should come as no surprise that kobo cannot compete with kindle devices in terms of sheer book selection. Kobo glo lets you eread in the dark, go where kindle can. This book explains how to format ebooks for kindle using microsoft word, convert into kindle format, and self publish. It slips into a pocket, its 300ppi screen is sharp, its battery life is terrific, and its colorchanging front light wont keep. Sep 18, 2019 the kindle store remains at the top of the chain in the ebook space, and it doesnt seem like this will change any soon. The good the kobo glo is a lightweight, wifienabled ereader that has an impressive frontlit, highres eink display with a touchscreen interface. At kobo, we never stop trying to make reading even better for booklovers around the world. It is the successor to the popular kobo touch was introduced alongside the kobo mini and kobo arc.
All you need is access to a wireless network in your area. The kobo ereader is an ereader produced by torontobased kobo inc. Aug 19, 2019 kobo does not, kf8, pdf or any format outside of epub that may be used to format ebooks. The aura hd will make for a perfect gift this xmas richard goodwin, know your mobile.
The kobo clara hd is basically a cross between the kobo glo hd and the 2nd gen kobo h2o. Kindle ebook format and convert in 2 easy steps rakuten kobo. Supporto per i file delle app kobo ereader e kobo desktop. Kobo ereaders are designed with one thing in mind to deliver a superior reading experience. The kobo mini is the first ebook reader from kobo to use a 5inch e ink screen instead of the 6inch screens more commonly used on most other ebook readers, including the kobo glo and kobo touch. The arc tablet series, released between 2011 and 20, was based on. Both kobo glo hd and kindle voyage have 6inch hd eink touchscreen display, with the same pixel density of 300 ppi. Read kindle e book format and convert in 2 easy steps by sarath thirumoorthi available from rakuten kobo. Fast page turns and expandable storage for up to 30,000 books make it a reading lovers dream. The specs of the kobo glo s display are a pointforpoint match with the new amazon kindle paperwhite. Smaller, thinner, lighter design than the paperwhite. Follow the steps below to sign into overdrive and get started. The kobo glo is the fourth generation of kobo ereader devices designed and marketed by.
Some books in the kobo bookstore may be in a pdf format which requires. Its an e ink device with a 6inch 1024 x 768 touchscreen display, offering 16 shades of grey. Charge your kobo ereader with the supplied micro usb cable if possible. The kobo glo is the fourth generation of kobo ereader devices designed and marketed by kobo inc. The original version was released in may 2010 and was marketed as a minimalist alternative to the more expensive ebook readers available at the time. On the expensive end, there are the highresolution kobo aura hd and kobo aura h 2 o that come under the kobo aura family of e book readers. Oct 10, 2018 kobo has officially debuted its latest ebook reader, and its called the kobo forma. An eink ereader with an inbuilt light that wants to take. Dec 09, 2016 kobo glo hd product details technical specifications. Nov 05, 2018 with its gorgeous eightinch e ink display and impressive hardware, the kobo forma is a premium ebook reader that goes up against the likes of amazons second generation kindle oasis.
Compare our awardwinning collection of ereaders and find one thats just right for you. Under the hood is a 1,200 mah battery, which is only slightly smaller than last years kobo aura. Nov 10, 2012 the specs of the kobo glos display are a pointforpoint match with the new amazon kindle paperwhite. The specs of the kobo glos display are a pointforpoint match with the. This midpriced wireless ereader has several features found in higher priced ereaders. It is the first lighted ebook reader from kobo, and is very much akin to kobo s other two currently available ebook readers, the kobo mini and kobo touch. Kobo which formats does this latest ereader support. An ebook format should offer a good reading experience, be an open standard format or at least openly licensed, have the support of both publishers and. Nov 20, 2018 kobo forma battery life judging the battery life of an ereader is far more difficult than that of a phone, tablet or laptop. The kobo glo supports most ebook standards, including epub. Aside from the size difference, the device is very similar to the 6inch kobo glo in that it offers all the same ereading features and also comes equipped with an led frontlight for reading at night.
This is because ereaders are designed to last weeks, rather than. Connecting to kobo store or syncing your library over wi fi before you can add kobo books to your ereader you need to connect to kobo. A limited edition model, the kobo aura hd is the first ebook reader to use a larger 6. The glo hd is a second generation model that replaces the original kobo glo that was released toward the end of 2012. The screen light is the bit less intrusive than the lcd but very useful when the person has to use the device under dim lighting. The glo hd is a second generation model that replaces the original kobo glo. They also support many other formats, such as zim, unofficially. Kobo aura one 2016 is the second waterproof ereader from kobo, after the 6.
Having heard of display lighting issues with some devices i nevertheless bit the bullet, with the large eink screen without glass substrate, the sleek form, leftright hand and portraitlandscape, and the. This page is powered by a knowledgeable community that. Hope someone finds this interesting, i had to dig to get it. It is easy to use, just connect the two ereader to your computer with usb cable, select ebooks which you want to transfer, and choose target kobo device, then click transfer button. Downloading all your books to your kobo ereader at once. A crystal clear, highresolution screen with its superior, highresolution 6 screen, kobo clara hd always helps you see clearly, offering a natural, printlike reading experience. Utilizza lelenco riportato di seguito per vedere quali tipi di file supportano lapp kobo ereader e kobo books. The kobo glo supports ebooks in the following formats. A water resistant device is not only what active travelers are looking for.
It has a 1,024 x 768 resolution eink display, much higher than the 800 x 600 resolution of. English, french, canadian french, japanese, german, dutch. Kobo original et kobo wi fi ne supporte pas epub3, pdf, flepub et mobi. This easytouse ereader is the perfect complement to the reading experience you already know and love. Sep 15, 2011 an ebook format should offer a good reading experience, be an open standard format or at least openly licensed, have the support of both publishers and hardware vendors, and be guaranteed to. Specs under the hood is a 1,200 mah battery, which is only slightly smaller than last years kobo aura h2o, which features 1,500 mah that lasted us about a month on a single charge. With overdrive on a kobo libra h2o, forma, aura one, aura h2o edition 2, aura edition 2, or clara hd, you can borrow free ebooks from your public library right from your device. Discover a radical new look for kobo ereaders with an ergonomic curved design, and lightweight enough to hold for hours, kobo forma is our most comfortable ereader yet. Kobo serves content to users on these 5 reading platforms. There are now over half a dozen ebook readers with backlit screens, and. The number of ebook readers with builtin backlighting used to be zero.
This is the 4 th generation ereader from kobo and was brought out in the year 2012. If youre using an older kobo ereader, like an earlier kobo aura, touch 2. May 07, 2015 the kobo glo hd is a solid ebook reader with an unassuming, lightweight design and clear, paperlike display that ought to satisfy users looking for an affordable alternative to amazons kindle. If she saw a kate wise mysterybook 2 add to my books.
The kobo glo is among the first wave of ebook readers to incorporate a frontlight to achieve better radiability in low lighting conditions, especially at night. The internal storage, also called readonly memory rom, refers to the builtin storage space available in a device for system data, apps, and usergenerated data. Other than the addition of the comfortlight pro, it doesnt bring anything new to the table, but the trimmed down design makes it a lot smaller and lighter than similar ebook readers like the kindle paperwhite and nook glowlight 3, and the high. The kobo clara hd is an easy, light, and simple way to read ebooks. The specifications are otherwise similar to the original kobo aura.
Kobo s device is presented as a bit of a mix of open access with high user friendly features. File formatta il supporto dellapp kobo ereader e kobo. Kobo aura h2o edition 2 rakuten kobo ereader store. The kobo glo hd is only the second ebook reader behind the kindle voyage to use e inks highest resolution 300 ppi screen, which helps makes text look clearer and sharper than older displays. May 14, 2015 the kobo glo hd is only the second ebook reader behind the kindle voyage to use e inks highest resolution 300 ppi screen, which helps makes text look clearer and sharper than older displays.
Lets focus on what matters most the screen, and its ability to replicate the real paper. Youll find all of the tech specs at the end of the post. Kobo s topoftheline ebook reader is great if you feel other options are too cramped, but its more device than most people need. With its gorgeous eightinch e ink display and impressive hardware, the kobo forma is a premium ebook reader that goes up against the likes of amazons second generation kindle oasis. Select up to 3 devices below to compare specifications. Like most ereaders, the kobo uses an electronic ink screen. Kindle paperwhite 7th gen, kobo glo, and kindle are probably your best bets out of the 5 options considered. Its got the best display by far, and also the best ergonomic design. The glo was succeeded in 2015 by the higherresolution glo hd, with 4gb builtin storage. More fonts available, plus you can add additional font types. How to borrow overdrive ebooks on your kobo ereader. In addition to kobo ebooks, it supports ebooks with adobe drm sold from a wide variety of ebook stores.
After many hours of good experience with the kobo aura hd and kobo h2o 1st gen ebook readers the forma looked quite, well, formidable. Its easy to link your dropbox account to your ereader and find your new items under the my dropbox menu. Supersized space for your entire library kobo clara hd always has space for your next read, with 8gb of onboard memory. The kobo aura hd is the best ereader on the market. Within a few seconds, books will be transferred to another ereader. Kobo glo hd ebook reader specifications front page pc. The kobo ereader touch offers access to millions of ebooks including free classics and bestsellers, plus newspapers and magazines at the kobo store. Welcome to the new kobo aura h2oyoull experience reading in a whole new light. Jan 10, 20 the good the kobo glo is a lightweight, wifienabled ereader that has an impressive frontlit, highres eink display with a touchscreen interface. Aside from the headline illumination, the kobo glo comes with all the expected ereader goodies.
A fully charged kobo ereader battery can last a few months depending on how frequently you use your ereader. You can also use this tool to transfer books from your computer to kobo ereader. Of course, due to market fluctuations, exchange rates, and countryspecific taxes, prices may differ in other parts of the world. Turning your kobo ereader on and off turning your kobo ereader off or putting it to sleep both help your battery last longer. Reading by a swimming pool or in a bathtub is a dream activity of many people. Push the limits of your reading experience try kobo formas new pageturn buttons to move through your story. Now, the original waterproof ereader just got even better, with the addition of comfortlight pro. With the clearest, most booklike 6 hd e ink touchscreen that reads just like a printed page, youll never want to put it down. Therefore, amazon devices such as the kindle paperwhite are still the best option as far as access to the best selection of ebooks and value for money are concerned. Ereaders with smaller 5inch screens used to be more common, but there havent been any new models released since the sony prs350 over two years ago. The lineup on the cheaper side of the e book readers includes kobo touch, kobo mini, and kobo glo which come with an illuminated screen. The kobo glo uses a mah battery made by the taiwanese company power source energy co. Charging your kobo ereader before using your kobo ereader for the first time, you should charge it for at least one hour. Audible support is the primary reason people pick kindle paperwhite 7th gen over the competition.
Kobo does not, kf8, pdf or any format outside of epub that may be used to format ebooks. Tap an item to download and read it, just like with your kobo ebooks. The kobo glo is an ereader released on 6 september 2012. Kobo glo hd product details technical specifications.
Sep 01, 2014 waterproof kobo aura h2o is worlds first ereader to take to a swimming pool or bathroom without any worry. Screen type e ink screen size 622 touchscreen yes internal storage 41 screen type screen size. Enjoy added comfort, convenience and customization with kobo glo hd. Kobo ereaders support viewing epub, adobe pdf, plain text, html, and unprotected.
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