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Between myself and my mom, my Kobo Clara has been in use (though not daily) for about 10 years. You might be surprised! Also, these new models apparently can have parts replaced through a partner company. Their goal for the color line is longevity.

Can you customize the RGB and remap key via software/driver?

I adore your review. Thank you! I’m a librarian myself haha! I’ve worked in a library for many years. But, I’ve also owned a kobo for a long time because I’m Canadian. I’ve never had a kindle 🤷🏻‍♀️ I also love that overdrive is right in the system. I’m excited for my kobo libra colour to arrive tomorrow! (I also grew up poor so I can relate to exactly what you’re saying)

Why don’t you at least show evidence of knowing what you’re talking about first. Why bother making a video meandering through the functions like a person who hasn’t spent more than five minutes familiarising themselves with the devices? Sloppy and lazy.

Awesome review! Thank you for taking the time to make it! Your step through of the Overdrive feature is what sold me in the end, so much appreciated! I have read into other reviews that there are screen protectors available that can help with the "stylus feel" to give more of a paper like texture. You might find that helpful for your overall experience. I just ordered my Libra Color, so I do not have a recommendation yet. :) Also, concerning build quality, one of the points that sold me on this Kobo is that they have partnered with IFixIt to make these devices user repairable/update-able! You will be able to buy kits to replace the battery, screen, or motherboard which will be supported with an in depth video on how to make the repair. With that kind of open access, these devices will last longer than anything that Amazon puts out at any price and will help keep mountains of e-waste produced out of landfills and dump sites.

First time watching you, won't be the last. No need to show your face!

I'm on the ledge!!!

Im trying figure out if im going to take the plunge!

Salam, Good review. Unfortunately, none of these devices support Arabic. Additionally, the other Freewrite models are too expensive for me, and I have concerns about shipping to Jordan and the potential issues with returning or repairing the device if it breaks down. Therefore, I have an idea for a customised set-up that I am still working on: an Android 10.1-inch tablet with a suitable keyboard and selected applications focused on writing and translation only. As a translator, such a device would be portable and useful for short, easy, and non-demanding writing and translation tasks. I wanted to share this idea with others in the hope that it might benefit them as well.

I’m wondering if you have a page animation turned on in the kindle app?

Writing on the black screen reminds me of a chalkboard which is cool. I bought a scribe yesterday during Prime day sale.

Thank you! You read my mind. 😊

The library connection is something that is a selling point for me.

The kindle scribe is black and white only, so a better comparison would be the Boox Note Air 3. Based on other reviews I've watched the Air 3C is significantly slower than the Air 3 in side-by-side tests. For whatever reason the addition of the color layer slows it down. So... do another comparison with the Air 3 and it will be more valuable as a real comparison.

To Canadians, Kindle is a non starter. No Overdrive/Libby to borrow books from your local library. Also Bluetooth is disabled on Canadian Kindles so audiobooks are out of the question. With these two MASSIVE limitations, about the only positive thing you can say about Canadian Kindles is that they can put letters and words on the screen. Kobo allows for Libby and audio books. I use my Kobo daily, and my sad old pathetic Kindle resides at the back of a drawer. I cannot for the life of me understand why Amazon Kindle hates Canadians as much as they do.

I bought it impulsely also 😭

Send it bback

Hands are enough! You have a great content, why add an unnecessary stress on yourself, preparing the "go-face" to that content? No point. Thank you for your videos ❣ Love what I hear and see - for me - satisfying and great...

I got it about two weeks ago and everything was fine! Now for a few days it's been giving me this problem: the page doesn't update (see video) everything remains superimposed! ok it's an EINK but the first few days I used it without ghost image problems and it's ULTRAFAST.. Furthermore the update as you can see from the video seems weak! Defective unit? software problem? meh! I liked it so much that I even left a positive review on Amazon. I got rid of my cell phone and used it like an Android mainly as you can see! I put everything into it! then the screen started acting like this.. now I can return it on amazon but I'm sorry! I think they're all the same at this point! maybe if used only as a book reader ok but at this point I use the kindle paperwhite (which has never given me these severe ghosting problems)... see video: th-cam.com/video/1BPdbTZ2rro/w-d-xo.html

I would love to see your face, but not necessarily needed. I loved your presentation and had no problems with your hands. You’re the first kobo review that really tried showing your viewers what the kobo has to offer. I say keep doing what you’re doing. Great video, thank you❤

Gosh I am still using my kobo glow after 12yrs and it’s still going strong.

I bought the Kindle Scribe and in less than a month, returned it. I didn't like it at all. Yes, to write, the feeling is great, and very functional, but it is way too heavy to use it as an ereader. Your hands will ache after a few minutes of holding it. Now I am getting the Kobo Libra Colour instead.

thanks for great review. looks like epub on Scribe & PDF on Boox would be best

I love the whole Boox concept but I have major trust issues about the device. The privacy is not really solid as per the tech community. If I were you, I would keep my Remarkable especially since writing can be a personal thing. I don’t want my data to be misused and be exploited in the wrong hands.

Can you do a new video of what you have now?

No

Hi! A lot of people comment about how plastic it feels, but if you look into it thats what amazing about it. It's made of 100% recycled plastic and 10% of that is made from plastic that washes up on the beach. So it's proudly plastic :) I allways have my kobo in a case and even have a screen protector. It's 11 years old now and still look great... which is frustrating because I would love the new colour one;) Thanks for a great video...😀

I have a Hemingwrite that I love. But I noticed recently just how much my editing brain turns on when I see a mistyped word. My eyes travel up the screen and I feel my creative brain turn off. I just bought the Alpha, as nothing in your video or from what I've seen in reviews turned me off from the device. The screen is intentionally small to make editing impossible, so that hopefully you can stay in the writing flow state instead of questioning everything you've ever written (which is where my mind goes once that editing side kicks on). I bought a customized Alpha Neo (painted a nice, light gray) this year during Nanowrimo, even though I already had one in its original color, because while the Neos are great machines, they aren't very pleasing to the eye. That Neo2 logo beneath the screen drives me nuts (I know, that's a weird me problem). I bought it because so many people had been complaining about the Alpha initially. But after enough research and a firmware update from Astrohaus, I think a lot of people are really enjoying the device as well. I think for a drafting device that is meant to discourage editing and is easily transportable, the Alpha hits the mark. I think it will be more comfortable as a lap device than the Neos, too. Over time, I've come to realize that the Neos aren't comfortable for me to type on unless I'm sitting at a desk, and since my day job requires me to sit at a desk for 9 hours, writing at one has quickly lost its appeal. Of course I still have to actually use the Alpha, but after my experience with losing focus on the Hemingwrite at times, and very often when I'm writing on my laptop, I'm really excited to try drafting on a screen that doesn't allow me to get lost in the weeds of editing.

How could you grow up poor? According to the leftist narrative, whites can't be poor because they have privilege. Good review buy the way.

Excellent comparison. I owned quite a few Neos. I loved them. When a thought came to me, I just took mine out at the moment and began writing. They eventually all broke down. They were all old and refurbished machines. When Freewrite Alpha came out, I was initially excited. However, on Freewrite’s videos, I noticed what you pointed out in your review, and did not buy one. My wife surprised me and gifted me a Traveler a couple of years ago. It’s all right but, to put it nicely, it’s no Neo. It’s hard to be spontaneous with it. Again, thank you for a great comparative review.

I prefer pastel looking though

Keep in mind that those of us who are listening to your video while doing something else (washing the dishes in my case) have difficulty following your dialogue when you refer to devices as "little guy" and "big guy".

can you side load PDFs? for those of us who don't know kobo, where do you get books and can you access any of your amazon books?

the kindle scribe does in fact convert handwriting to text. It came with their last software update.

Since this is a tech video, your face isn't important to me. In fact unless you are doing a makeup tutorial or cosmetic product review the face isn't necessary.

Hi, I like your review about the Libra Colour. You very directly told us the things about it which not every reviewer would do so. And feel free to show yourself; I don’t have any opinion against it as long as the content is good.😊

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Stay anonymous. Protect your privacy.

Came here from a Kobo Mini ( which is no longer support by Kobo software after a decade). Love seeing all the new things like colour, stylus and annotations. Thanks!

Bought it and was not sure but I love it. Is it a necessary device, no but if you like e-ink and the price is not a big deal then I say go for it.

Watching for your insights, so you do whatever you feel is right for you, re face or not. I have a Kobo Libra Colour also and I have the same feeling about the stylus feel, particularly compared to Boox, Scribe or Nomad. It works but gives no joy!

You make some really good points. Subscribed!

I think your videos are great without your face but whenever I see a TH-camrs face that I follow regularly...they become more like a friend. It would help you with building an emotional relationship or attachment from your fans. But your videos are amusing and provide value without it. I would say that whether you show your face or not maybe needs to be determined by your goals for your channel.

Don’t feel pressured to show your face. Showing and moving around the product is what I personally want to see in a tech review. It’s frustrating when many tech reviews are showing mostly their face as they talk or these fancy cool shots. I like more raw unedited reviews where someone is using the product naturally as if I’d be using it and seeing what those angles look like.

I really enjoy your videos. I also agree with you that Amazon is taking over more and more and that the Kobo integration with Overdrive is phenomenal. One thing you might not be aware of is that, although not integrated, the Libby app does allow you to send borrowed books to Kindle in the US. As for showing your face on camera, I think it is completely your choice. I think the content is the most important thing. Just my two cents.

What about the battery ? Is it strong enough ? Thanks

it's a bit too small.

If you do decide to show your face, you can always make it a one-off. Your current format is fine though, since you are primarily demonstrating hardware. I think most people are just looking to match a face to the voice, versus advocating for a permanent format change.

I'm perfectly fine with the visual focus on the device (& your hands)!

I have had it for a bit and I LOVE IT! I use the royal road app then go dark mode with open dyslexic font and it is just amazing. I have a flip case on mine.