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. Push the limits of your reading experience whether youre righthanded or a lefty, try kobo formas new pageturn buttons to move through your story. The kobo glo uses a mah battery made by the taiwanese company power source energy co. 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. It slips into a pocket, its 300ppi screen is sharp, its battery life is terrific, and its colorchanging front light wont keep. Audible support is the primary reason people pick kindle paperwhite 7th gen over the competition. The kobo glo is the fourth generation of kobo ereader devices designed and marketed by kobo inc. 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 glo hd product details technical specifications. Within a few seconds, books will be transferred to another ereader. The kobo ereader touch offers access to millions of ebooks including free classics and bestsellers, plus newspapers and magazines at the kobo store. Its not the companys least expensive ereader, eitherthat. Kobo glo hd ebook reader specifications front page pc.
Aside from the headline illumination, the kobo glo comes with all the expected ereader goodies. Charge your kobo ereader with the supplied micro usb cable if possible. Kobo ereaders are designed with one thing in mind to deliver a superior reading experience. Brand post more online threats demand more protection. The kobo glo supports ebooks in the following formats. 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. The glo was succeeded in 2015 by the higherresolution glo hd, with 4gb builtin storage. Kobo aura one 2016 is the second waterproof ereader from kobo, after the 6. Screen type e ink screen size 622 touchscreen yes internal storage 41 screen type screen size. That means you can read any openformat ebook on your new kobo glo.
Kobo original e kobo wi fi non supporta epub3, pdf, flepub e mobi. Supporto per i file delle app kobo ereader e kobo desktop. The specs of the kobo glos display are a pointforpoint match with the. The kobo ereader is an ereader produced by torontobased kobo inc.
More fonts available, plus you can add additional font types. Nov 10, 2012 the specs of the kobo glos display are a pointforpoint match with the new amazon kindle paperwhite. The glo hd is a second generation model that replaces the original kobo glo that was released toward the end of 2012. Its an e ink device with a 6inch 1024 x 768 touchscreen display, offering 16 shades of grey. Kobo s device is presented as a bit of a mix of open access with high user friendly features. Turning your kobo ereader on and off turning your kobo ereader off or putting it to sleep both help your battery last longer. 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. How to borrow overdrive ebooks on your kobo ereader. It is the successor to the popular kobo touch was introduced alongside the kobo mini and kobo arc. When you put your ereader to sleep and then wake it up. Kobo serves content to users on these 5 reading platforms. It has a 1,024 x 768 resolution eink display, much higher than the 800 x 600 resolution of. Enjoy added comfort, convenience and customization with kobo glo hd.
The specifications are otherwise similar to the original kobo aura. A limited edition model, the kobo aura hd is the first ebook reader to use a larger 6. 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. Kindle ebook format and convert in 2 easy steps rakuten kobo. Lets focus on what matters most the screen, and its ability to replicate the real paper. Utilizza lelenco riportato di seguito per vedere quali tipi di file supportano lapp kobo ereader e kobo books. The kobo aura hd is the best ereader on the market.
Its got the best display by far, and also the best ergonomic design. Hope someone finds this interesting, i had to dig to get it. If she saw a kate wise mysterybook 2 add to my books. Under the hood is a 1,200 mah battery, which is only slightly smaller than last years kobo aura. A fully charged kobo ereader battery can last a few months depending on how frequently you use your ereader. They also support many other formats, such as zim, unofficially. Select up to 3 devices below to compare specifications. 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 specs of the kobo glo s display are a pointforpoint match with the new amazon kindle paperwhite. Its quite obvious that users who want to buy a waterproof device for reading ebooks. This book explains how to format ebooks for kindle using microsoft word, convert into kindle format, and self publish. 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.
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. Aug 19, 2019 kobo does not, kf8, pdf or any format outside of epub that may be used to format ebooks. The kobo clara hd is an easy, light, and simple way to read ebooks. Smaller, thinner, lighter design than the paperwhite. Kobo does not, kf8, pdf or any format outside of epub that may be used to format ebooks. Kobo which formats does this latest ereader support. 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. Kobo desktop is a free app for your pc or mac that lets you shop for ebooks in the kobo store and manage books on. This page is powered by a knowledgeable community that. The kobo clara hd is basically a cross between the kobo glo hd and the 2nd gen kobo h2o. Your ereader lets you use wi fi wireless internet to connect. In addition to kobo ebooks, it supports ebooks with adobe drm sold from a wide variety of ebook stores. 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.
Downloading all your books to your kobo ereader at once. Speaking of books, it should come as no surprise that kobo cannot compete with kindle devices in terms of sheer book selection. Reading by a swimming pool or in a bathtub is a dream activity of many people. Read kindle e book format and convert in 2 easy steps by sarath thirumoorthi available from rakuten kobo. Kindle paperwhite 7th gen, kobo glo, and kindle are probably your best bets out of the 5 options considered. 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. Oct 10, 2018 kobo has officially debuted its latest ebook reader, and its called the kobo forma. Kobo s topoftheline ebook reader is great if you feel other options are too cramped, but its more device than most people need. 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. All you need is access to a wireless network in your area. Dec 09, 2016 kobo glo hd product details technical specifications. 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. 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.
This midpriced wireless ereader has several features found in higher priced ereaders. 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. There are now over half a dozen ebook readers with backlit screens, and. Now, the original waterproof ereader just got even better, with the addition of comfortlight pro. 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. This is the 4 th generation ereader from kobo and was brought out in the year 2012. Of course, due to market fluctuations, exchange rates, and countryspecific taxes, prices may differ in other parts of the world. English, french, canadian french, japanese, german, dutch. Kobo glo lets you eread in the dark, go where kindle can. The kobo glo is the fourth generation of kobo ereader devices designed and marketed by.
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. 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. 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. If youre using an older kobo ereader, like an earlier kobo aura, touch 2. The kobo glo is an ereader released on 6 september 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. Kobo forma battery life judging the battery life of an ereader is far more difficult than that of a phone, tablet or laptop. Despite its smaller library it still offers more than 4. Kobo ereaders support viewing epub, adobe pdf, plain text, html, and unprotected. Charging your kobo ereader before using your kobo ereader for the first time, you should charge it for at least one hour. Both kobo glo hd and kindle voyage have 6inch hd eink touchscreen display, with the same pixel density of 300 ppi. Tap an item to download and read it, just like with your kobo ebooks. Sep 01, 2014 waterproof kobo aura h2o is worlds first ereader to take to a swimming pool or bathroom without any worry. The number of ebook readers with builtin backlighting used to be zero. Compare our awardwinning collection of ereaders and find one thats just right for you. Fast page turns and expandable storage for up to 30,000 books make it a reading lovers dream. The good the kobo glo is a lightweight, wifienabled ereader that has an impressive frontlit, highres eink display with a touchscreen interface.
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. File formatta il supporto dellapp kobo ereader e kobo. The kobo glo supports most ebook standards, including epub. It has a 1,024 x 768 resolution eink display, much higher than. 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. 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.
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. Youll find all of the tech specs at the end of the post. 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. After many hours of good experience with the kobo aura hd and kobo h2o 1st gen ebook readers the forma looked quite, well, formidable. The glo hd is a second generation model that replaces the original kobo glo. 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. This is because ereaders are designed to last weeks, rather than. 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 aura h2o edition 2 rakuten kobo ereader store. The aura hd will make for a perfect gift this xmas richard goodwin, know your mobile. A water resistant device is not only what active travelers are looking for. 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. Welcome to the new kobo aura h2oyoull experience reading in a whole new light. At kobo, we never stop trying to make reading even better for booklovers around the world.
With the clearest, most booklike 6 hd e ink touchscreen that reads just like a printed page, youll never want to put it down. 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. An eink ereader with an inbuilt light that wants to take. Like most ereaders, the kobo uses an electronic ink screen. I have removed the 4gb use card from my kobo glo hd and inserted into my laptop windows 7.
Follow the steps below to sign into overdrive and get started. Its easy to link your dropbox account to your ereader and find your new items under the my dropbox menu. Some books in the kobo bookstore may be in a pdf format which requires. Push the limits of your reading experience try kobo formas new pageturn buttons to move through your story. The arc tablet series, released between 2011 and 20, was based on.
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