Kobo Libra Colour: My Thoughts One Week Later
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 29 ก.ย. 2024
- This video shares my initial thoughts on the Kobo Libra Colour. Curious about the Kobo Libra Colour? Watch this video for a review one week later. Find out if this e-reader is worth the investment!
Here is the link to the article I mentioned from GoodEReader: goodereader.co...
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I truly don’t understand people complaining about the color. The device is not meant to have vibrant colors like phones and tablets. It’s an e-reader meant to make it easier on the eyes.
I agree with you 100%. I think the device is sublime! 👏🏻👏🏻
I read comics so this is ideal.
@@thehundredthmonkey5972 👏🏻👏🏻
I don't like the color, compared to other color e-readers. Mind you it was hard deciding weather or not to get this as it was 1/3rd of the cost of the note air 3c, but the screen size alone made it worth and, and more vibrant colors (albeit still pastel/muted compared to lcd) was just a plus. (also got it for a steal eofy sale so it was only twice the cost of the kobo for twice the screen size.
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People saying it's dark or gray are talking about how when the backlight is totally OFF, it's dark. Which is how an eReader is supposed to be used. WITHOUT the light on. I like having the backlight as an option when it IS too dark, but if it's dark when a light is on behind you or in a well lit room and you have to turn on the backlight.. yeah it's basically turning your eReader into another screen with a light shining back into your face. I dont' want that. I want it to be paper-like.
@@PhoenixMoore Thanks for your opinion. I use my Kobo more than my Kindle these days - during the day and evening. Zero complaints from me. 😊
Page turn buttons and the ability to write on the page are huge advantages. Looking forward to your upcoming reviews.
Thank you so much! 😊 - MJ
The pen goes on the other side
Thank you! I just found that out. 😂
Thank to everyone for the clear case tip! I figured it out. 😂 I’ll be revisiting it again in my next video.
I hope they come out with a white pen.
Me toooooo. 🤗 - MJ
I love it! I read not only books, but a lot of graphic novel and manga 💙 finally in colour
Yeeeeeeeeesssss!
I have ordered a kobo libra color and can't wait to get it in the mail. Bought it for myself as a birthday present. Turns 35 in August. I'm already a kobo girl so I think I'll like this one. Have kindle, but bought kobo h20 because of libby and since I got it a few years ago, kobo has been my favorite.
Gifts to yourself are the highest form of self-love. You totally deserve it! I know you will fall in love with it at first sight! Happy reading! - 📚MJ
Love my Kobo Libra Colour as well! I agree with all the little bothersome things you mentioned, but it's still the prettiest and best ereader I ever got so far! :) I'm looking forward to your next video, dear!
I completely agree with you! It’s so aesthetically pleasing! Thank you so much! - 📚MJ
I’ve heard rumors that it causes more eye strain or headaches due to differences in screen light direction. Have you noticed increased eye strain?
Interesting, I really haven’t noticed. The screen light is different, but I toggle the daytime and evening setting modes. It works fine for me, and I wear glasses too.
You can put the pen on the Left side of the Kobo :D
I find it wonky. 😂😂
@@M-J Hahaha 🤣 yeah i guess it depends on what case you use
I do think the screen is a bit grey if you have the light all the way down, but it doesn’t bother me at all. Thanks for the hack tip!
Of course you do. I would agree if the light was all the way down, but I think of that on my Kindles as well. It bothers you enough to mention it. 😂 Let me know if you see a difference with the developer hack.
I'm NOT an annotator - yet. But I would like to be! I have never been an annotator because I don't want to write in my books, and annotations in my Nook Glowlight 4 are a pain in the @ss. I just bought this and I CANNOT WAIT to use it!
Also, I found your YT while looking for reviews on this, and am so far thoroughly enjoying your content. You have fun with what you do, and it shows 🙂
Thank you so much! It’s nice to meet you
AND I am SO excited for you. You will absolutely love this device for annotating! 👏🏻👏🏻
My apologies if this is a repeat or known info.....
For Overdrive, I exclusively use Libby for checking out books. I have multiple library cards in it. And while I only have one card on my Kobo to access from the store, anything that is compatible with my Kobo that I borrow on Libby shows up on my Kobo when I sync.
This also gives me the extra ability to read magazines on my phone and listen to borrowed audio books on my commute through the phone.
Also, I sometimes find myself not wanting to browse via the e-ink screen for new books to borrow. I am an anxious person and I worry about wasting battery on that and sometimes the slowness. So Libby on my phone reduces those anxieties.
Typically, I only use the store/borrow feature on reader when I want to see a specific book, not browse for books, or subjects, or authors.
Thanks so much for sharing! - MJ
I’m just a reader so maybe I’ll sit back and wait to see what happens with color eink devices.
I totally would.
Incredibly expensive. The temptation for me is there, but $90 for the pen and $380 for the device...?
That even seems MORE than what I paid! I budget for stuff like this and use cash back, gift cards, etc.
Should be interesting to see how long it lasts. My Kobo Vox has been useless for a very long time since Kobo decided to no longer support it. It turns on fine, but that is it.
I agree. My Kobo Libra H2O is about 6 years old and still runs like a gem. Time will tell.
I wish people could accept the legitimacy of other opinions and not act like anyone that disagrees with you is a stupid idiot with an invalid opinion. If you read outdoors then the front light doesn’t have any effect whatsoever and you would be better off with a yellowed newspaper from fifty years ago. If you don’t use the front light because you want the screen to match ambient light the color screen would still be hard to read. I’ve seen posts deleted and users banned on Reddit for speaking truth on this matter. Please Kobo doesn’t even want you to do this. They fully refunded my order and gave me a huge ebook bonus. I wouldn’t shame you for setting your ereaders brighter than I set my iPad. Please don’t throw shade at me for wanting to read outside. Let’s stop the fomo. It is perfectly okay and true to be disappointed in the native contrast of the Libra color.
I am completely enjoying this device. I’m only reporting as to what I’ve hear from friends and commenters. I love reading outside! Thanks for sharing. - MJ
what do you think you’ll do if Kindle Scribe comes out with a colour e-ink version. I’m wondering if Amazon are waiting to see how they are liked before introducing their own
Trade mine in for a color one! That reading real estate is out of this world and in color? Forgetaboutit! 😂
Such a helpful video! While you confirmed my suspicion that this isn't the right device for me, you also got me interested in future color e-readers. Kobo did a great job with the colors, but annotating e-books just isn't a big part of my reading process.
Thanks Ellis. Yeah, everyone is different. I wouldn’t have picked it up if it wasn’t for the colored ink and highlight features. 🤷🏻♀️
how is the stylus ? I'm waiting on the 520C from Amazon which is $30 but not sure if I should jump the gun and just get the stylus 2 from kobo.
I’m going to do a video just on the stylus. To me, very similar to the kindle scribe. I like that it’s rechargeable. Feels decent. The button to highlight is a bit awkward but nothing major. Will the 520C work? I’d like to hear your thoughts on it! - MJ
I totally ordered one after your video (it arrives next week!) I can't wait! P.S. love your shirt
Awesome! Thanks! It’s from my gym. 😂😂
I've got mine for about two weeks now and I love it!❤ it is everything I could want in an E reader. The screen looks amazing, even if it is a bit dimmer than the b/w screens. And the best thing is that you can annotate directly in the book. I don't think that I can go back to kindle after having experienced the Kobo Libra Color.
I am so pleased that you love it! Thank you so much for sharing! 🤗 - MJ
Try putting the stylus on the left side opposite the buttons. Stays there pretty well, but difficult with a case.
@@dgutie8 thanks!🙏🏻
I thought you said you were still a Scribe girl? I dunno.... LOL!! So Happy you are enjoying this device, it sure looks nice! I had my eye on the Onyx Boox Note Air 3 C, but went in an entirely different direction, getting the Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra, with a massive 14.6 in screen, as I love having an e-book opened on my left, and a notebook on my right, so I can take notes while reading, copy and paste, drag and drop images, etc. (I am reading a lot of non-fiction and trying to increase my knowledge on various subjects). The Air 3C also has a split screen feature, but the Samsung is like having two 7- inch e-readers side by side, and the larger size is a lot more comfortable for me. But... I STILL LOVE the Scribe and use it every day! Now someone needs to come out with an e-ink display on a 14.6 inch tablet, LOL! Enjoy your Memorial Day weekend, MJ! Be safe, have fun, and Happy Reading to you as well! Looking forward to your updates on the Kobo! 👍👍📚📚
The colors Lou, the colors call to me! I love the real estate of the Scribe though. Thank you! Have a fabulous weekend yourself! 🤗 - MJ
@@M-J Yep, the COLORS...I certainly know what you mean! 👍
Amazing! I appreciate your thoughts. I'm super excited about this device.
Thank you! 🙏🏻
I might buy one for my sister this christmas. I have the Onyx Note Air 3C and it's far better in color and the large 10.2 inch screen, but this is way more affordable. She's been wanting to read more manga but it's too expensive. With this I can just get it for free and put it on (including the fan-made color editions).
I have a question, when you make notes in the libra and save them. Can you see those on the Kobo app on your phone? Because then you could make a grocery list, and use your phone to pull it up instead of bringing the ereader to the store which would be kinda awkward.
I will put it to the test and answer it in a future video! That would make total sense, but I’m not sure Kobo has implemented all of that just yet. The ARC pdf is not showing on my kobo app. Will need to investigate further.
@@M-J I think you might be able to! I just looked in my Kobo app and to the right, the three dots, tap that and there’s a Notebooks option. So I’m guessing if you do a note in the Libra, it’ll show up in there too.
@@kyrilson71 Cool! I will definitely cover it!
The pen snaps to the side - the side opposite the buttons.
Yes, thanks. Check my latest video for all about the cases.
@@M-J Ah, I see now. Sorry, I skipped around because I'm on a Macbook and it forces videos recorded with HDR to be SUPER bright and my eyes can't take it lol
@@LeviRedrook okay! I just want to highlight a lot of what I’ve been experiences with this device both good and not so good.
subbed just cz i loved ur vibe
That’s a great reason. ☺️
Hey the pen clicks to the other side of the device the opposite of the page turn buttons according to other videos ive seen kinda like the scribe although you might've figured that out later in the video or since this video i havent finished it yet but wanted to drop this tip while i was thinking about it cause adhd brain would forget by the end of the video
Thank you, and yes 😂 I did figure it out, but I’m still not happy. 🫤
Hey the pen clicks to the other side of the device the opposite of the page turn buttons according to other videos ive seen although you might've figured that out later in the video or since this video i havent finished it yet but wanted to drop this tip while i was thinking about it cause adhd brain would forget by the end of the video
Thank you, and yes 😂 I did figure that out. But I’m still not happy with it. 🫤
I might buy a next gen Kobo colour. Current gen just isn't there yet, in my opinion. Also, the price is quite absurd.
For me the biggest point is, that I don't really need colour, as I do not read comics.
I would like colourful covers, for sure, but I am not paying that price for it, ever.
Thanks for sharing. Yes, it is definitely not for everyone. I simply fell head over heels with annotating directly on the text and in color. It brings me joy. ☺️
More library cards, yes!
How do we 'push buttons' at Kobo or Overdrive to fix this? In fact, why does Overdrive even still exist if Libby is it's new, updated replacement. Why not have Libby on Kobo?
PREACH! That is my case, exactly! It’s the same platform why not make it easier while promoting people to utilize and support their libraries? *sigh*. Thank you for understanding! - MJ
I have it, and I am very pleased with it so far. There are a few minor things that annoy me, but they are minor. The annotating directly on the text is a big win for me.
It’s a massive win, right?!? Congrats and enjoy!
to big, had the oasis 7" kindle, to big, prefer then 6" paperwhite, and been waiting for colour, so getting the clara, much better size to hold and take anywhere with me
Everyone is different. Enjoy your reading. 😊
I have a Scribe and I like it, but this is tempting me. I’m so stressed. 😂 Which would you choose if you had to pick one?
Hello 👋🏻 If you annotate and enjoy writing ON the text - then the Kobo Libra Colour is a really nice option. I enjoy both Kindle and Kobo for different reasons.
I’m new to Kobo. You have sold me on this. These video are helpful. I have a red pen on its way. Crossing my fingers it really is compatible.
Thank you! 👏🏻👏🏻 Me too Floss, I hope it works.
I had a different color eink device and I loved the muted colors. I returned it for various reasons, but it wasn't because the screen. And that gray-ish ... I was worried that it would be annoying without using the front light, but no, it was very reasonable by my old eyes in a lit room.
This looks like a great release by Kobo.
Same! I don’t notice the gray-ish with the device. Maybe it’s an old eyes thing? (I’m 52 😂)
Hi, thanks for sharing your experience. Have you tried to highlight on any pdf file? I just got mine, seems this feature not working on pdf.
Yes, I’m pretty sure I received an ARC and was able to. I’ll go back and double check! If the pen doesn’t work, try your index fingerI get lazy and quick highlight that way.
Hello Clio bag will probably fit this, it fits the iPad mini 6! It is specifically padded for ereaders so if you love your clear case and don’t wanna give it up it might be an option! I have two I love them!
Thank you so much! I definitely need some option for when I use the clear case. - MJ
Hmmm looks good but I think I’m going to wait till a bigger one comes out. I’m having my eye on the Boox tab X as the screen is really big (I think even 13”) and the screen has a much higher resolution. Which is good for reading scanned books. But that one isn’t available in colour yet.
Cool! I’m waiting to see what move Kindle does next….tick tok. 😂
@@M-J Yes competition is fierce.
Thanks for the review, loved it. I am selling my Kindle scribe and going to get this Kobo
To be honest, I notice myself using it more than the Scribe. I still have my Scribe, but it for different reasons - Kindle Unlimited, Advanced Reader Copies, etc. Both are great devices.
Thanks for the review. I love my Libra Colour. I don’t want bright colours like an iPad - I feel the colour on the Kobo is relaxing on the eyes.
Thanks and I totally agree with you!
"It's not grey, I've got brightness at 87%" !
On my Libra2 I never have my brightness above 30%
No wonder you chew through battery life.
I believe the lighting was meant a commodity not a necessity. I believe the first eReaders came without.
87% doesn't sound good at all to me.
If you actually listened, I said annotating uses the battery not the brightness. I increase the brightness to MY liking for the color aspect. Also, half battery life after one week of constant use isn’t “chewing” in my experience. It’s a fantastic device.
@@M-J I did hear you and I didn't listen. If I tell you earth is flat you'll hear but won't listen either.
On which ground do you pretend annotating uses the battery not the brightness ? brightness at 87% is for sure a good amount of that drain.
I have no problem with your brightness setting. If you had read my comment you might have noticed it only becomes a problem in conjunction with "It's not grey".
Of course it's not grey at 87% but then you might be better off with a tablet.
Unexperienced people who watch you might think this is normal and buy it on false pretence as seems to be the case.
Chewing might be a bit strong but half battery life after one week of "constant" use is either a miracle or around half what I'm used to.
I have 860 hours on my Libra2.
You can put the pen on the other side of the device! ❤
Thanks, it just doesn't hold strong enough for me. Be sure to check out my latest video and what I used for the clear case. It's a keeper!
So glad you’re enjoying! Excited to see your screen protector review! I ordered a Kobo colour a few days ago and it’s killing me as I sit here and wait for it to ship each day, I assume they are very backed up but I have a trip coming up and I’m praying it comes in time! 🙏🏽
Thank you and stay tuned! ☺️ If you ordered it from Kobo directly you will get it soon - I received mine in about 5-6 days. I think you will love it! - MJ
You have so much hair. 😩 I wish my hair was as thick as yours- I’m jealous.
It’s a BEAST, but thank you! I’ve always said it needs its’ own channel.
I highly suggest getting a Kobo Libra travel carry bag cover if you bought the clear case protector. I always bring my Libra Colour with me, and just yesterday, I found a tiny scratch on the lower bottom. The things in my bag are my leather wallet, a very thin magazine about writing, XE1 camera inside its styrofoam pouch, and a lens inside a plastic bag with a silica gel packet. God knows how it got the scratch and I am mildy annoyed how useless the clear case is except for aesthetic purposes. In fact, I was already happy using the box that came with the Kobo Libra Colour, the packaging was a win of a design.
A scratch? Ugh! Yes, I agree with you on the packaging design! 👏🏻👏🏻 I actually received the sleep case today and a screen protector. I’ll be testing it out over the weekend. Thanks for sharing with us. - MJ
@@M-J hmm it resembles more like a little trace that remains when you pull out a sticky adhesive. An imperfection but not very noticeable. My 10yrs+ old Kobo Touch don't have any scratches cos the case also has a front cover. It's Kobo's fault for offering such uninspiring color designs for the cases that's why I resorted to the clear case
I would love to buy the Kobo, but I just bought the Boox Page a few months ago.
The great thing is that there are so many options. How do you like the Boox Page? - MJ
Hou van click the pen to the left of the ereader. I love this ereader ❤️
Yes, thank you! 😊
For anyone who wants a white stylus for a fraction of the cost of the Kobo Stylus, you can use styluses that can be used for Microsoft Surface. So long as it has MPP2.0, it would work in place of the Kobo Stylus. I have one that's more than half of the cost of the Kobo Stylus and it works the same. I've also seen on Kobo Reddit that people liked the Renaisser brand of stylus.
And for the issue of using a clear case without protection for the screen, I have an ereader sleeve with thick padding for when I need to put it in my bag. With that, I can have the aesthetic of the clear case but my Kobo is safe in my bag. The pen also goes in the sleeve so I don't lose it.
Thanks! Someone told me they attached a pen holder to the case! That’s pretty brilliant!
I think I may go down a stylus rabbit hole! 😂
I guess Kobo doesn't think people collect library cards. Silly Kobo. Because I watched your original review I've been recommended other Kobo content. It seems the Metapen works on Kobo which might be the only way to get that white.
Right?!? 🫤 ugh. I am not paying them for that. They will be collecting all my notes of WOW, AMAZING, and WHAT?!! 😂😂
I think having more than 1 library card is an American thing. I think in most countries the online library is under the national library, so the content is the same for everyone. Still as America is a big market it would be nice if they fix this for you all. And M.J thanks for the review :D
Thanks! My different libraries carry different books. It’s makes it fun an interesting when hunting for a new release or a vintage book. ☺️
If that is the Kobo clear case, the left side of the case is flat so that the pen magnet will grab the stylus. You still have to be careful not to knock it off but at least it isn't where the page turn buttons are.
Thank you! Ah, so I have it on backwards then. Makes sense. I will be sure to include that in my next video! 🤗🤗 - 📚MJ
I did have the case on correctly. The magnetic grip is a bit weak compared to my Scribe. 🫤 I’ll see what the other case does.
You can put your pen on the left side
I know but it doesn’t hold as nicely. In a later video, I came up with a great solution. ☺️
I put a stick on loop to the back for my pen
Brilliant! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Can you read it in the dark?
Yes!
Enjoy. Glad you getting the hang of it.
Thanks! 🙏🏻
Mines out for delivery right now! I'm so excited!
I AM EXCITED FOR YOU! 👏🏻👏🏻 - 📚MJ
@@M-J I got it and I LOVE IT.
ALSO, I found that the pen lays flush on the left side with the logo facing out. So like the charging port would be facing you if the eraser is at the top.
I agree, great ereader.
@@harveypaltridge it really is. ☺️
PRO TIP ABOUT THE OVERDRIVE INTEGRATION:
It is *not* recommended to add each library on the device. It is better to simply login using your Overdrive credentials rather than your library’s. And as long as your libraries are connected to your Overdrive account, you would have access to all of them without having to switch between libraries on your Kobo.
I could be wrong but I believe that’s how it works.
Okay, I am here for this PRO TIP and will give it a go! If it works, get ready for some accolades! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 - MJ
@@M-J What will happen is it will ask you to choose a library *before* signing in. Do so, then you scan a QR code which will direct you to Overdrive’s website.
There, you login with your Overdrive account, *not* a library card.
After that, it’s simply about managing your cards on the Libby app and it *should* allow you to borrow books from the Kobo device regardless of what library from which you borrow.
@@M-J Also, it’s best to search for what you want and sort it through Overdrive rather than going to the Overdrive tab.
It looks like I was wrong, though. It seems the Kobo only allows one library at a time, *but* you can borrow from whichever library using the Libby app (which will then sync automatically to your Kobo as you logged in with your Overdrive credentials).
@@M-J did the tip work?
@@weevix3 No, my overdrive creds different depending which library I belong to. idk .
I was going to get the Kindle Scribe then I saw this review and got a Kobo Libra Colour ! I love it!!
Especially if you annotate! I’m so glad you love it! I find myself using it more and more! 😊 - MJ
Kindle Scribe. Almost $600 up here. Hell no.
@@yxmichaelxyyxmichaelxy3074 I think Amazon has had some “okay” sales for it - but agree, still really expensive.
@@M-J
$200 and I will consider it.
I really like your channel!
Aww, thank you so much! 😊 - MJ
Yeah I love it toooo
Yeeeeeeeeessssss!
But is possible to export the book highlights?
Yes, there is a backdoor way to do that. Nothing front loaded...YET though. Google: greg morris exporting highlights and a blog with instructions will popup. I hope that heps.
@@M-J yes! Just checked the blog post. Not sure how the annotations with the stylus would show up in .txt file… probably in a .svg but disconnected from the text. Strange kobo not doing this in a easier way. I think I will stick with the Clara. Thanks for your reply!
@@CristinaDias7 I'm hoping it's tweaked with the next software update. Sure thing!
Great video! Can you get a remote page turner (clicker) for the Kobo Libra Colour? Thanks!
y e s !!! I have one for my kindle and it works perfectly!!!!! Thank you for watching. - MJ 😊
@@M-J Does it work on the Kobo or not? Thanks!
@@troygroff4512 y e s
@@troygroff4512 it absolutely does!
@M-J Awesome! Which one do you have because I want to get it? Thank You! 🙏🏻
Nice review, thank you. The following is NOT directed at you... it's a general comment. I have never understood the obsession some have with battery life for any device, smartphone, smartwatch, tablet, and even more so with ereaders. Is it really such a catastrophe in life to... GASP... plug a device in to charge overnight while you're sleeping? 🤦
I totally get it. BUT, the battery life when annotating is absolutely depleted quicker and it’s important when reviewing to make note of it - for those that care.
The library card missive seems indicative of your generation. No offense, but the "I'm entitled to everything at once without having to do anything for it," seems to permeate your thinking. Instant gratification oozes here. You may not be all of that, but I couldn't get through the first five minutes. Sorry.
LOL! Library cards are free. If one app can handle multiple cards why can’t the other on the same platform. I’m 53 years old and Generation X by the way. Don’t judge a book by the cover.
I haven’t heard one person complain about the color!
Oh, I’ve read a few comments. I think it’s great! - MJ
Oh they do and it is a big jump from billions to thousands of hues. CC