![]() ![]() Since the launch of the Libra 2, every other Kobo ereader has boasted Bluetooth support.Īdditionally, Kobo has opened up its ebook and audiobook subscription service to more markets outside of Canada and select European countries, with Kobo Plus now available in the US, UK, Australia and New Zealand. It took the Japanese-Canadian ereader maker a long time to catch up with Amazon in this regard, but Kobo fans can finally have their favorite titles read to them, as long as the audiobook has been purchased from the Kobo Store. Out of all those updates, the addition of audiobook support is arguably the headline feature. That puts the Libra 2 in direct competition with Amazon’s 2021 edition of the Kindle Paperwhite, but the asymmetric design that allows you to use the Libra 2 single-handed just adds to its appeal. There's also 32GB internal storage, Bluetooth connectivity for listening to audiobooks via wireless headphones, and a USB-C charging port. At time of publication, the Kobo Sage was sold out, so you’ll have to keep checking to see when it’s back in stock.ĭisclosure: Kobo provided a Sage eReader for evaluation but had no input into this review.The Kobo Libra 2 uses a 7-inch E Ink Carta 1200 screen, the same tech that's still being used on newer models, so you know you're getting a pretty responsive and crisp display. ![]() But for anyone who is seriously into reading, nothing beats the premium experience and extra features that the Kobo Sage offers. Kobo offers a full line of eReaders ranging starting at $99.99 for the Nia. And because Kobo eBooks are in the EPUB format - instead of Amazon’s proprietary AZW or KFX format - they can be read on other devices. ![]() Kobo’s on-device OverDrive integration makes borrowing eBooks from public libraries easy. It sells audiobooks as well, offers an all-you-can-read monthly subscription option, and awards reward points for purchases. You’re not likely to miss out on any books. Kobo’s eBookstore has over 5 million titles. However, if you’re not stuck on Amazon, Kobo makes a great choice as an eBook platform. With the new Sage, Kobo once again make the best eReader you can buy. You can’t share EPUB eBooks that you’ve marked up or made notes on. You can also export notebook files as a PDF directly to a PC using a USB connection. In addition, the Sage has support for Dropbox, allowing you to share your notes as PDFs or import new shared documents. With a tap, you can have the eReader translate your handwriting into typed text - it worked pretty well for me. You can also use the Sage as a digital notebook, opening new pages and making notes or diagrams. It allows you to make notes or highlight text in eBooks and PDFs. Stylus support is something that Kobo first introduced with its interesting Elipsa tablet-like eReader earlier this year. Kobo had already offered the feature with its Libra 2 eReader, but now the company’s flagship has caught up to the Amazon Oasis. Kobo introduced two key new features with the Sage: Audiobook support and Stylus support.īluetooth and support for audiobooks is a great option for those who like to listen to their books on occasion. Other nice bumps include Wi-Fi that goes to dual band 802.11n, USB-C, and onboard storage that is now 32GB. ![]()
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