I woke up this morning to the news that Kobo is launching a new HD reader!
The ‘Aura HD‘ has the same glow technology as the excellent flagship Kobo Glo, but has a bigger 6.8 inch screen with 1440 x 1080 resolution and 265 dpi, which they claim is the highest on the market.
It features the same user interface as the Glo as well, with font customization options aplenty, and access to the Kobo store.
I think Kobo’s strategy is a smart one. They already have the technology developed (for the Glo screen and user interface), so why not deploy it on more than one model? I was surprised the Kobo Mini didn’t have the Glo light too!
We will see what the market is for a higher-end device like this, but I applaud them for testing the waters and trying to offer a reader for every need.
Good e-Reader is reporting that it will be available on April 25 and will cost $169.99. Not bad at all for an HD reader!
Available in Espresso colour … 🙂
I hope Kobo rolls out that espresso color on their next-gen devices. Looks really nice. Are you listening, Kobo. Espresso = yes, please.