Kobo Libra Colour Walk-Through

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Kobo Libra Colour Walk-Through

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Күн бұрын

I think I've found the perfect e-reader for me. The notebook usability depends on how well you can tolerate the not-great writing experience, but as a pure e-reader with DIRECT ACCESS to library books it gets two big thumbs up from me!
🙏🏻 Watch to the end for a question I have for viewers.
(Sorry for the air conditioner noise!)
In summary:
☑️ The good:
- Physical page turn buttons (plus ability to turn with swipes and taps)
- Full auto-rotation
- Crisp, bright screen
- Ability to highlight in color / color-code
- Ability to write directly on books (yep!)
- Lightweight and suitable for long stretches of reading
- Ability to connect with Dropbox and Google Drive
- Check out library books DIRECTLY from Overdrive though the Kobo store just like buying a book (I can die happy!!)
- Connect your Kobo account to your favorite local bookstore and they get some money when you buy books
- Advanced notebook features that Scribe will probably never give us
- See your bookshelf covers in color - pretty!
☑️ The not-so-good:
- The writing feel/experience/responsiveness. If you've never used any other write-on e-ink device, it might be okay, but if you're used to anything like the Supernote, Scribe, reMarkable, etc...it's a big downgrade.
- The device feels cheap, but OTOH it IS affordable and the light weight makes it very comfortable for reading in bed.
- Based on past experience with Kobos, I doubt it will last as long as my Kindles have and I bought the extended warranty just in case.
The pros outweigh the cons for me be a lot, as someone who is in love with libraries and appreciates a company that makes it easy for me to get my library books!
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@Ohbeepgcp Ай бұрын

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

@SarahAnitaJurden 19 күн бұрын

just want to mention at 17:02 you mention not being able to use colours when writing in the books but you absolutely can! If you click on the pen icon while in a book it brings up all the colour / pen thickness options

@quashy 2 ай бұрын

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.

@marylinsadventures1677 Ай бұрын

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❤

@MartinaPapi 2 ай бұрын

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...😀

@BanjoPixelSnack 11 күн бұрын

I love my plastic Kobo, I want my ereader to be as lightweight as possible.

@joycechiao0812 2 ай бұрын

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.😊

@michaelmarcinek1256 Ай бұрын

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.

@GodblessAmerica856 22 күн бұрын

Nice review, my Kobo Libra Colour is coming this week 😊 I got the white with the same case as yours. I loved the green!

@Change-1820 2 ай бұрын

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.

@WritersLike 2 ай бұрын

I did know about that Libby feature and use it all the time. Libby is such a good app! But this direct integration is amazing.

@camrodger8638 Ай бұрын

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.

@nicholas8081 2 ай бұрын

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

@shannjess5223 Ай бұрын

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

@WritersLike Ай бұрын

Amazing!

@aseemsharan 15 күн бұрын

Did you replace it's battery? Or has it been going for 12 years?

@embracethebright1587 2 ай бұрын

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.

@sistergoldenhair0727 2 ай бұрын

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

@morph__ 2 ай бұрын

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!

@RavenWood495 2 ай бұрын

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!

@JoAnn77PL Ай бұрын

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...

@maureenb7399 2 ай бұрын

You make some really good points. Subscribed!

@enoliip Ай бұрын

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.

@SazzzyNat89 2 ай бұрын

Stay anonymous. Protect your privacy.

@redshed2020 7 күн бұрын

I'm so jealous that your library uses overdrive. Mine doesn't.

@bmassabrook 18 күн бұрын

i use the Libby library throught Amazon but they have blocked me for writing book reviews and I have done nothing wrong, I got a Kobo just trying to figure out how to but my Kindle books on it, As i am no computer tech person.

@mustbethursday2549 25 күн бұрын

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.

@jenniferdubay3769 2 ай бұрын

I think your videos are great without your face but whenever I see a KZfaqrs 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.

@BSWVI Ай бұрын

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

@dennisrogers6786 24 күн бұрын

Think the Boox go 7 colour is better, can use libby/overdrive also, can buy books from kindle, kobo, or anywhere else, and not a closed system like the other readers and best of all can use android apps. The libra is actually the bulkiest device and kind of old fashion look

@wrtucey 2 ай бұрын

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.

@JoPurpleLove 16 күн бұрын

it doesnt matter to me. if you wanted to show your face as an intro hello, great and then switch to what this video is, otherwise, its nice to have a really good look at the product being touched and held.

@Strravigor 2 ай бұрын

What about the battery ? Is it strong enough ? Thanks

@WritersLike 2 ай бұрын

That’s something I won’t know until I use it awhile, but so far very little depletion since first charge.

@simplymerrion4823 2 ай бұрын

Kobo is underpriced? I wanted to see compared to scribe

@sistergoldenhair0727 2 ай бұрын

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?

@WritersLike 2 ай бұрын

Kobo has its own proprietary retail storefront just like Amazon or B&N. You can buy books from within the device, the app, or through their web site, or check them out from library if the library you have attached to your device has the book in their catalog. Sideloading is easy - there's a desktop sync option (help.kobo.com/hc/en-us/articles/360017478174-Sync-your-Kobo-eReader-with-Kobo-Desktop), or you can connect your google drive or dropbox to the device and import things that way. BUT ya can't get your Kindle books on Kobo. That's true for every single reading device that isn't a Kindle, unless you break the DRM (digital rights management) through some hack, a thing I've never bothered with but lots of people do.

@thewindrises 2 ай бұрын

it's a bit too small.

@Strravigor 2 ай бұрын

Yes , I wait for a new kobo sage

@WritersLike 2 ай бұрын

I agree it’s too small for the notebook feature to be very useful, but for reading it’s perfect for me (and same screen size as the kindle I’ve been using 7 yrs so I’m used to that and like it).