Large, sharp E Ink display, Angled back is comfortable to hold, Bright-white illumination
High-resolution display translates to smallish navigational text, Hefty and larger than competing e-readers, Larger display levies major price premium
The Aura HD, with a large, sharp monochrome display, is a premium-priced e-reader pick for bookworms who don't care about tablet/app functionality and appreciate ePub compatibility. ...
Abstract: Yet, Kobo lives on — not just surviving, but thriving. The Japanese company's success in the e-reader market can be pinned equally on its strong international presence and its willingness to create a product specifically tuned to the wants and needs of it...
Published: 2013-04-29, Author: Eric , review by: gizmodo.com
No. The Kobo Aura HD has a really nice screen, sure, but everything around that screen just drags it down. From the ergonomically bizarre design to its weight and size, the actual meat of the Aura HD is just not up to snuff. And besides that, pushing an E...
Large, sharp screen. Fast page turns. Soothing edge lighting for dark rooms. Excellent font customization options. Informative current progress display. Plenty of storage plus a memory card slot.
Thicker and heavier than competing readers, thanks to the larger screen. Hard plastic housing feels a little flimsy. Inconsistent touch response on occasion
Kobo strikes gold with the well-designed Aura HD, a premium ebook reader with high-quality edge lighting and a super-sharp display....
Published: 2013-07-18, Author: Jonathan , review by: crn.com.au
Abstract: No manufacturer of ebook readers has come closer to matching Amazon with the quality of its devices than Kobo, and it aims to snatch the lead with its latest model, the Aura HD. It's marketed as the Porsche of ebook readers, and at first glance it looks l...
Published: 2013-05-28, Author: Alex , review by: fatducktech.com
The Aura HD does offer a genuinely nice ereading experience, but I'm not sold that this is quite enough at the asking price. In one sense, the Aura HD does everything right. It's got a great screen, great backlight and exceptional battery life. The issue...
Crisp HD screen, Ergonomic premium design, 2 month battery life
Touchscreen not responsive, Sluggish interface, Hefty price tag, Pointless social features
If you're happy to buy into the idea that this is the ereader for more sophisticated book worm, then this is the device for you. Review Nook Simple Touch GlowLight review You'll be able to do some good peacocking on public transport because the device is...
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Published: 2013-04-30, Author: Eric , review by: gizmodo.com.au
No. The Kobo Aura HD has a really nice screen, sure, but everything around that screen just drags it down. From the ergonomically bizarre design to its weight and size, the actual meat of the Aura HD is just not up to snuff. And besides that, pushing an E...
