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May 2013
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The editors liked
That 265 ppi display blows away other e-reader and most tablets for sharpness
ComfortLight is bright
Even and easy on the eyes
4 GB of internal storage (expandable using Micro SD cards)
Text has huge customization options thanks to TypeGenius (with 1
Large
Sharp E Ink display
Angled back is comfortable to hold
Bright-white illumination
High-res screen offers best reading experience
Bright backlight
Gamifies reading
Large 4GB of built-in storage
Sharp screen. Fast page turns. Soothing edge lighting for dark rooms. Excellent font customization options. Informative current progress display. Plenty of storage plus a memory card slot.
Excellent high-res screen
Light evenly distributed on the screen
Comfortable design
Includes browser and games
High quality E Ink display
Ergonomically and aesthetically pleasing design
Broad file types and image types support
Fastest Kobo ereader yet
At 6.8 inches
The Kobo Aura HD's e
Ink screen is among the largest available.
Big
High-res screen
Strong front light
Lots of storage for an e-reader
The editors didn't like
There's no getting around the fact that $169.99 is getting up there for an e-reader
The slightly larger display means that some covers and cases meant for 6-inch devices won't fit the Aura HD
The Onyx model in particular was prone to attracting fingerpr
High-resolution display translates to smallish navigational text
Hefty and larger than competing e-readers
Larger display levies major price premium
$50 more than the competition
E-books more expensive
Can't share book passages or lend books
Very small periodical selection
Thicker and heavier than competing readers
Thanks to the larger screen. Hard plastic housing feels a little flimsy. Inconsistent touch response on occasion
Published: 2013-04-29, Author: Eric , review by: gizmodo.com
No. The Kobo Aura HD has a really nice screen, sure, but everything around that screen just drags it down. From the ergonomically bizarre design to its weight and size, the actual meat of the Aura HD is just not up to snuff. And besides that, pushing an E...
Large, sharp screen. Fast page turns. Soothing edge lighting for dark rooms. Excellent font customization options. Informative current progress display. Plenty of storage plus a memory card slot.
Thicker and heavier than competing readers, thanks to the larger screen. Hard plastic housing feels a little flimsy. Inconsistent touch response on occasion
Kobo strikes gold with the well-designed Aura HD, a premium ebook reader with high-quality edge lighting and a super-sharp display....
Published: 2013-07-18, Author: Jonathan , review by: crn.com.au
Abstract: No manufacturer of ebook readers has come closer to matching Amazon with the quality of its devices than Kobo, and it aims to snatch the lead with its latest model, the Aura HD. It's marketed as the Porsche of ebook readers, and at first glance it looks l...
Published: 2013-05-28, Author: Alex , review by: fatducktech.com
The Aura HD does offer a genuinely nice ereading experience, but I'm not sold that this is quite enough at the asking price. In one sense, the Aura HD does everything right. It's got a great screen, great backlight and exceptional battery life. The issue...
Crisp HD screen, Ergonomic premium design, 2 month battery life
Touchscreen not responsive, Sluggish interface, Hefty price tag, Pointless social features
If you're happy to buy into the idea that this is the ereader for more sophisticated book worm, then this is the device for you. Review Nook Simple Touch GlowLight review You'll be able to do some good peacocking on public transport because the device is...
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Published: 2013-04-30, Author: Eric , review by: gizmodo.com.au
No. The Kobo Aura HD has a really nice screen, sure, but everything around that screen just drags it down. From the ergonomically bizarre design to its weight and size, the actual meat of the Aura HD is just not up to snuff. And besides that, pushing an E...
Excellent screen, Fast; good battery life, Simple operation
Relatively thick
Kobo's new hero e-reader has an excellent E-Ink screen, and has the best specifications of any e-reader on the market at the moment. It's slightly thicker than its competitors, but that's really the only down-side to what is an excellent device for readin...
Published: 2013-04-22, Author: Luke , review by: gizmodo.com.au
If having crisp text, a bright, backlit screen and a powerful processor are mandatory in your e-reader, then the Kobo Aura is for you. It doesn't exactly live up to its luxurious reputation, but the Aura is mighty impressive for an e-reader...
