You could in theory use it via a built-in web browser, but it’s an inferior way of doing things. It’s a shame Google Drive isn’t supported. Pocket and Dropbox integration isn’t an afterthought and the inclusion of the web browser (in beta), lets you access that page you forgot to convert to PDF and send to your device. Predominately enabled for sync and to browse the Kobo book store (and Rakuten more money) WiFi isn’t just limited to that (I’m looking at you reMarkable subscriptions!!). To make the feature works even more seamless, schedules and automatic temperature adjustment will keep the highlight optimal for your reading environment. It removes the strain from reading in bad light conditions (you should always use ambient lights when reading) and the ability to turn it off at will, allows the device to stay powered on for days. The ability to cast cold or warm highlights sold me on the idea instantly. E-inks live of reflected light, shine in direct sunshine and are almost unusable in the dark. One of the features that made me (and expensive reMarkable2 owner) jealous is the ComfortLight PRO – adjustable brightness and colour temperature. IPX8 waterproofing may seem like overkill, but if you ever pancaked yourself near the pool on your holiday, you will appreciate it a lot. It’s a travellers friend and the pool sidekick. Audiobooks? No problem, Kobo Libra 2 can do these too Included WiFi (shame it’s 2.4GHz only) connectivity removes wires from the equation (for anything other than charging via USB-C and uploading 3rd party files) and a gentle backlight sharpens the contrast of the e-ink display and enables late-night reading “under the blanket”. Included storage (32GB) can house a small (or big) library of books or a modest selection of audiobooks that you can listen to through Bluetooth headphones. Kobo Libra 2 feature list doesn’t stop on supporting e-books. Rakuten got that right, Kobo Libra 2 is light, comfortable to hold for a prolonged time and the longer I have it in my hands, the more at home it feels. And that oversides lip on one side may look silly, but gives the slate much-needed ergonomics for prolonged use. Two buttons, while almost redundant thanks to the touchscreen interface, bring ease of use to tired from gestures fingertips. The almost square device hosts a 7″ e-ink display with touch support and a rather impressive 300 PPI, 1264 x 1680 resolution. With its small form factor and slightly plastic feel, Kobo Libra 2 doesn’t impress you at first. I already own reMarkable2 (review) which substitutes for a notepad, perhaps Kobo Libra 2 can rekindle the passion for books? This evolution appears to me on many levels. Time moves, books are still the same, but e-readers like Kobo Libra 2 evolved beyond being simple machines to display digital pages. While I never had been tempted to get an e-book reader, I can’t deny, that having dozens of books in small form factor speaks to the travelling me. I lot of my books come from charity shops, as I collect my favourite stories in my native language and in English. I will give it a wiggle! Kobo Libra 2 Kobo Libra 2įor an absolute techie, I’m the one who always leaves the space in carry-on luggage for a book or two. What I’m trying to say, is that I may be the least qualified person to review Kobo Libra 2 ( Kobo Store, AmazonUK, US) e-book reader. We all know how’s that working right now with the global quarantine. My time to read a proper book is limited to long haul flights. The only plot twist I get from these is when I connect something incorrectly and things may or may not end with a spectacular explosion. I used to read a lot, now my literature has been downgraded to technical references, spec sheets, manuals and so on. My bookshelf is filled with books written by Tolkien, Pratchett, Herbert, Asimov and Lukyanienko.
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