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Hands-on review: Rakuten Kobo Clara Colour- Judge Your Books by Their Colours
Tue, 4th Jun 2024
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Rakuten Kobo's new Clara Colour eReader brings book covers and illustrations to life with vibrant colours on its 6 E Ink Kaleido display.
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Ever wanted to read underwater? Now you can with the waterproof Aura H2O eReader
Tue, 15th Aug 2017
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Dive into books anywhere with Kobo's new waterproof Aura H2O eReader, perfect for sun-bathers and bath-time readers alike.
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Kobo unveils the new Aura H20 - the eReader you can take anywhere
Thu, 4th May 2017
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According to Kobo, you can take the Aura H20 wherever you go as it has a number of features to allow you to enjoy it anywhere.
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Tech gadgets and travelling - we break it down
Wed, 5th Aug 2015
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From versatile smartphones to sleek e-readers, discover how the right tech can enhance your travel without the luggage fees.
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World’s first waterproof eReader coming to New Zealand
Mon, 24th Nov 2014
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Kobo launches the Aura H2O in New Zealand, the first waterproof eReader made to endure both beach reads and bathtub tales.
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Kobo expands direct distribution to NZ
Tue, 30th Jul 2013
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Company announces its family of eReaders is available for purchase directly at Kobo.com for readers in New Zealand.
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Review: Kobo Ereader
Tue, 1st May 2012
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In our Kobo eReader review, it lags in sexiness and speed but offers a clear, sunlight-friendly display and ease of use for book lovers.
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Kobo introduces colour ereader to NZ
Thu, 8th Dec 2011
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Kobo's colour ereader Vox debuts in NZ, landing in 60 Whitcoulls stores, aiming to enchant with vivid displays and pre-loaded apps at $399.
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Kobo purchased for US$315 million
Wed, 9th Nov 2011
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Rakuten Inc to acquire Toronto's Kobo for $315m, broadening global eBook reach and diversifying into new markets.
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Kobo to bring eReader Touch to NZ
Thu, 29th Sep 2011
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Kobo's eReader Touch, focusing on replicating the reading experience, set to launch in NZ, challenging iPad and Kindle Fire.
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Kobo pre-loaded for BlackBerry PlayBook
Fri, 1st Oct 2010
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Kobo arrives pre-loaded on BlackBerry PlayBook, offering over 2.2 million books and a seamless reading experience tailored for the tablet.
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eBook platform launched in NZ
Fri, 28th May 2010
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Whitcoulls has launched its online eBook store in New Zealand, offering two million titles compatible with most PCs, iPads, and the new Kobo e-reader.