Although many of us already know the specifications and existence of the new Kobo devices, their launch and their availability under reservation are still news. reservation that will begin next September 1. Kobo Aura One is already a reality, as well as its little brother, Kobo Aura Edition 2. Two eReaders that offer the best of Kobo for a reduced price, at least cheaper than its rivals.
Thus the new Kobo Aura One will cost $ 229, about 200 euros approximately and The Kobo Aura Edition 2 will be priced at $ 119, about 100 euros approximately.
The 6-inch eReader will be called the Kobo Aura Edition 2 and not the Kobo Aura One
The Kobo Aura One not only has the specifications that were leaked a long time ago, but it also has a fairly low price, for the high-end market of eReaders and as a novelty, the Kobo Aura One introduces us to IPX68 certification, a certification that offers twice the resistance than previous certificates. In the software aspect, Kobo Aura One incorporates not only the Pocket app but will also offer connection with OverDrive, for those who prefer to rent ebooks instead of buying them.
Rakuten and Kobo claim that these devices will be sold in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, France, the Netherlands, Germany, Spain, Japan, and Turkey. And it is expected that from September 6 can be delivered both the Kobo Aura One and the Kobo Aura Edition 2, something that surely depends on the demand that these devices have.
While it is true that the Kobo Aura One is a great eReader, it is also true that the Kobo Aura Edition 2 is a surprise few expected accompanied by a great price. Even so, we will have to wait to test the operation of these devices, the true test of whether or not they are worth it. Do not you think?
I hope they arrive in Mexico soon, the Aura One looks very interesting.