Evaluation of the Kobo Touch Screen Triology E-Reader: A Comprehensive Analysis
Fresh Take on the Kobo Touch e-Reader Launch
Get ready to experience the magic of digital reading with Michael Tamblyn, CEO of Kobo, announcing the arrival of a brand-new touchscreen e-reader! This long-awaited device is set to hit the market, just in time for Father's Day, with a price tag of a wallet-friendly $140 and a $10.00 gift card for Kobo’s ebook store.
A year since the initial launch of Kobo’s first e-reader, followed by the wildly successful Kobo WIFI, we’re thrilled that Canada will be the first country to lay hands on a homegrown touchscreen e-ink device!
The freshly unveiled Kobo Touch comes in at six inches, boasting a virtual keyboard for hassle-free typing. With 16 levels of greyscale and 1GB of internal memory, it's packed with the latest tech to bring you an unparalleled reading experience. Toextend its memory, you can pop in an SD card (up to 32GB). Surprisingly lightweight and compact, the device holds its own against the latest Amazon Kindle without compromising on functionality.
Powered by the Freescale i.MX507 processor and equipped with a WIFI adapter, this device is a breeze to connect to the internet. Ditching the D-Pad with four buttons for a sleek home button, the upgraded design carries a cool touch. One nifty feature is Neonode’s new zForce infrared touch technology, which takes reading on Kobo to new heights, making your e-reader feel like a real book.
With a built-in dictionary for effortless word lookup and localized international versions, the Kobo Touch suits readers of all backgrounds. Although it offers multimedia functions, Kobo remains loyal to its original mission: bringing books to life. This commitment also extends to ebooks, as Kobo's store currently houses an impressive collection of over 2.3 million titles, secured by exclusive distribution agreements with Samsung and Blackberry.
A strategic move to target avid readers, the Kobo Touch is the ideal choice over tablets or mobile devices as it would motivate users to read more. The real game-changer is the integration of Kobo Reading Life, a favorite among iPad and iOS device users, enhancing the app for touchscreen e-readers. In essence, you'll be able to earn rewards, share passages, and connect to social media platforms like Facebook and Twitter.
Pre-orders for the Kobo Touch open today in the USA and Canada, with the device readily available in six different languages. Later in the summer, Kobo paves the way to Europe, launching dedicated ebook stores in France, Germany, Italy, and Spain. The company is poised to expand its reach, making digital reading accessible to readers worldwide.
Stay tuned for our exclusive interview with Kobo Executives, who spill the beans on the new Kobo Touch, codenamed Trilogy. Available this Father's Day, don't miss out on your chance to pre-order the Kobo Touch from Shop e-Readers today!
Michael Kozlowski, Editor-in-Chief of our platform, has extensively covered audiobooks and e-readers for the past fifteen years, with his articles gracing publications such as the CBC, CNET, Engadget, Huffington Post, and the New York Times.
The Kobo Touch, the latest addition to the family of e-readers, is a touchscreen e-ink gadget that promises an unparalleled reading experience with its upgraded technology. Powered by the Freescale i.MX507 processor and equipped with Neonode’s zForce infrared touch technology, this gadget boasts a virtual keyboard, 16 levels of greyscale, and 1GB of internal memory, making it a promising option for avid readers across the globe.
