Awesome job man. I just ordered mine and can not wait to see your review! I am also a big Kindle guy and moving to Kobo I am curious how the battery life compares.
Great video! Can you please explain how to send kindle books to it? I have 500 kindle books and just pulled the trigger on this so please tell me it won’t be too hard 😅
Hello, thanks for the first impressions. I would like to ask, when you make a notes while reading, what happens when you change a font size? And also can I doodle everywhere in the book page? thanks a lot 🙌🏻
I've loved my K Libra H2O, 1st gen but the processor is old (so, slow) and it doesn't support audiobooks. 1. Does it display colour in imported PDFs? (I store device manuals on mine) 2. Is the stylus only for marking up books (highlights, notes) or can you create a written document on it? I assume it isn't robust enough to convert written script to text.
I didn't get it *just* for color. I know its limitations. I find it kinda neat. No. Going from the H20 and being able to use audio books, jumping up from 8gb to 32gb and a 2ghz cpu and a stylus. Yeah. That seems a solid enough deal to me.
When you are reading in black and white and using colors to highlight text, does it affect the resolution of the text? Is it still at 300 dpi or does it drop to 150 dpi?
Theres an easy to read chart on their website that lets you compare the models. It looks like the only difference is the colour obviously, the Libra Colour also has integrated Google drive/dropbox storage and works with the stylus. It's also made with recycled plastic while the Libra 2 isn't.
Hmm, now I need to decide to go with Clara Color or Libra Color. Already have the Clara, so maybe time to try a larger size. Buttons should be nice too.
@@DistinctlyMeFilms I didn't know that, thank you. Most Manga by default is b/w, except for the covers in print editions, so b/w is *_near_* perfect for Manga.
Thanks for the first look! Was about to buy the Kobo Libra 2 today and found out this was getting released! for only €30 extra the colour seems like a nice deal and worth the wait.
i was also going to buy a libra 2 because my libra h2o is getting old now. I had my idea that a new one was getting released because they usually announce new models in this time of the year. im glad i was patient, this does seem like a good deal.
@@io.nebulae I'm upgrading from a 11+ year old kobo glo so i'm sure it will be a great improvement hahah! Also great for light novels/manga/webtoons etc which isn't a big part of what i read but still enough to buy the colour over the libra2!
I much prefer my Kobo Libra to my Kindle Paperwhite. It’s for sure the buttons but also the night time light and tone adjustments are better. I also prefer the discovery section where you buy or borrow books. Just seems friendlier in my opinion. I’m definitely going to have to get this upgraded version!
There are a couple of styles of cases that Kobo sells and it is common to order the wrong one if you want the case that has a slot to hold the possibly overpriced pencil with the case closed. The description of the SleepCover case that holds the pencil will have the word “notebook” in the name. The other case does not have a pencil slot. Thanks for another wonderful video.
Hy! Can you help, how can you make collections? I have too many books, but its too hard to do it on the kobo, is there is a way to create folders or something when Im connecting my kobo to my computer ?
i have a boox note air 3 c and not so hapy with the "darkness" of the screen compared to my old kobo forma, hope this kobo have less gray screen compared to boox
I have been interested awhile in the Kobo line. I love the idea of being able to get books from the library directly on the ereader. My son is not familiar with Kobo, but he said in the past he'd get another ereader if it was in color (he's gone back to reading books in hard back/paper form). I would love to get him one for birthday or Christmas. I am excited for you!
OMG this looks so cool. Never had a Kobo, only kindles. Really interested in one. Love the look and turn page buttins. Can't wait for your review. Thanks. X
I really want to upgrade my Libra H2O (4 years old, will go to my husband) to a Libra colour! My biggest questions is: does the pen magnetize te the device itself or do you need the (bland) case that's for the Libra color + stylus. I really want a yellow sleepcover and the stylus but am unsure how I would keep my stylus and my Kobo together. Looking forward to your review!
i just got the Libra Colour but i am struggling with transferring my kindle ebooks from my iphone to the kobo using calibre. This is my first time using an ereader so this is quite overwhelming. If I understand correctly, you can only transfer the kindle ebooks if you previously had a Kindle device, but not with the Kindle App on your phone :(
I’ve been rocking a Kobo Aura One for years and I love it. These new readers look great but my preferences learn towards a flush bezel (easier to clean the screen), and no page buttons because I think it is far better to just swipe. Also having become accustomed to 8” I don’t really want any smaller.
Can you upload epub documents on it? I have the kobo libra h20 and I often upload epub documents on it from my computer. Is that also possible with this one?
It's a little thicker on the page turn button side, but I don't think the grip is as pronounced as it is on the Oasis. It is very comfortable in the hand though and seems to be lighter than the Oasis!
I can see Amazon doing something very similar soon now that Kobo has done it. I have bought so many Kindle books that I'm going to have to stay with Kindles. I know there is a way to move Kindle books onto a Kobo, but it sounds like something of a procedure. If Amazon comes out with something similar, I may purchase. I didn't know Anne of Green Gables came as a graphic novel... thanks for the heads up! :)
I’m a kindle girly through and through and I’m afraid to switch since I own sooooooo many kindle books and from what I heard you cannot transfer them and if you can it sounds complicated. Maybe you can research that and let us know how that may work.
Can I be a little jealous? I have been a Kobo user for 10 years, I'm now using a Kobo Libra First version and see this new marvel gifted to someone who doesn't know Kobo that much. I sincerely hope you will enjoy your new ereader as much as I enjoy mine. I'm interested in how to use the stylus, by the way, which is one of the few improvements from my Libra first edition and of course how the colour screen is. Thanks very much.
When will you release a full review of the Libra color? Especially 1) how's the night reading color compare to previous Kobos 2) How is the note-taking experience, with colors? Thanks :)
I would love to see the pen at work with the Advanced Notebook component. I write as much as read. Currently using Nobo app on Surface. Nobo is great, but Suface is power hungry. Interested to know if you think a matte screen saver impacts readability while improving paper feel. (It doesn't on Surface but brightness there sucks power.)
What is the brightness of backlight in this review? it seem in maximum that makes a bit misleading to the color shown. the actual one is a bit "dull" and not so "fresh" as the principle of color e-ink.
I heard it has audiobooks with it, can you show us more about that feature? Can we listen and read simultaneously bc that would be dream as someone who uses audiobooks frequently while I read to focus better!
Thanks for the preview, I knew these devices were coming but didn’t expect it so soon. No one else has a video out yet about them so you’re special 😂 I’ve never had a kobo myself, I’ve had all the readers BUT kobo. I preordered one of these last night for my 6 year old daughter though. I’m hoping she gets more excited to read with the color. As it is now she only likes to read at bedtime (likely to try to stay up later). She likes to write and draw on my Scribe so this has to be a winner for her.
I need a full review on the taking notes with the stylus part! Is it good? How many features there is? Would it be good for sketching? How responsive? Does it detect pressure? I have so many questions!
I just ordered this model. do I have Kobo any books or anything related to it?? NOPE. but do I want a smaller ereader with a stylus and in color? also yes! I will slowly transition some books over to kobo as I read. I have a thousand or more kindle ebooks. but I usually only buy free or on sale books anyway so that will work for me.
Haha I'm in the same boat! I love the combination of a smaller device that also has a stylus! I own a Scribe and enjoy it, but it's way too bulky for every day use so I love the compactness of the Libra! And color is a huge bonus!
@@TheBlueGirl18 page turns and moving screen to screen are instantaneous on all my Kindle devices. It’s actually my Kobo ads that has more overall lag than any of my Kindles. And in the video he specifically mentioned lag with the keyboard and a letter press would cause the letter to show up 17 times. Something I’ve never experienced with any of my Kindles.
I just wish new models are black and white Libra 3 and Sage 2 using Carta 1300 screen with better battery life and more stable system. 😢😢😢😢 the color technology isn’t sophisticated enough.
@@ZachariasFuchsthere are rumors of a color device because they discontinued the oasis. Not specifically that it will be an oasis though. I imagine it would be in the 6 and 7 or 7’8 screen size options though.
If you have any specific questions you'd like answered in the full review video, please leave them in the comments!
Thanks for watching! :)
Awesome job man. I just ordered mine and can not wait to see your review! I am also a big Kindle guy and moving to Kobo I am curious how the battery life compares.
Great video! Can you please explain how to send kindle books to it? I have 500 kindle books and just pulled the trigger on this so please tell me it won’t be too hard 😅
I'd like to see the writting/doodling responsiveness!
Hello, thanks for the first impressions. I would like to ask, when you make a notes while reading, what happens when you change a font size? And also can I doodle everywhere in the book page? thanks a lot 🙌🏻
I've loved my K Libra H2O, 1st gen but the processor is old (so, slow) and it doesn't support audiobooks.
1. Does it display colour in imported PDFs? (I store device manuals on mine)
2. Is the stylus only for marking up books (highlights, notes) or can you create a written document on it? I assume it isn't robust enough to convert written script to text.
How's the B&W contrast compared to the Libra 2?
Curiosity piqued!
Oh no! Oh no… my wallet..
Hahahahha my thoughts exactly. Can’t wait to have a full color book cover on display. 😂
Please show the screen contrast without back light, thanks
I didn't get it *just* for color. I know its limitations. I find it kinda neat.
No. Going from the H20 and being able to use audio books, jumping up from 8gb to 32gb and a 2ghz cpu and a stylus. Yeah. That seems a solid enough deal to me.
Agreed! :)
When you are reading in black and white and using colors to highlight text, does it affect the resolution of the text? Is it still at 300 dpi or does it drop to 150 dpi?
150 Dpi
Which one has a batter BLACK AND WHITE contrast the kobo libra color or the libra 2?
Thank you for your first impressions! 😊Looking forward to the full review.
The kobo plus second level is $9.99/month and includes audiobooks! Am I making the switch from kindle?
That's awesome! I had no idea!
Please compare it with the Kobo Libra 2 to know if it is worth upgrading.
Theres an easy to read chart on their website that lets you compare the models. It looks like the only difference is the colour obviously, the Libra Colour also has integrated Google drive/dropbox storage and works with the stylus. It's also made with recycled plastic while the Libra 2 isn't.
@@DistinctlyMeFilms yes, thank you. I am more interested in how reading white and black pages compares on both devices without using the back light
Hmm, now I need to decide to go with Clara Color or Libra Color. Already have the Clara, so maybe time to try a larger size. Buttons should be nice too.
I don't think I could live without buttons, now that I have them. Lol.
Its not Onedrive, but Overdrive 😉
If you’re just reading regular books, what is the benefit of colour other than covers and highlighting?
None, Manga is b/w also, however, if you also enjoy reading graphic novels and/or comics colour would be useful, or for highlighting textbooks.
You can get the pen and make notes
There isn’t really any but if you don’t already own the b&w i would get the color. I love my b&w libra though
@@sarfaraz.hosseiniThere's also coloured manga
@@DistinctlyMeFilms I didn't know that, thank you. Most Manga by default is b/w, except for the covers in print editions, so b/w is *_near_* perfect for Manga.
Thanks for the first look! Was about to buy the Kobo Libra 2 today and found out this was getting released! for only €30 extra the colour seems like a nice deal and worth the wait.
i was also going to buy a libra 2 because my libra h2o is getting old now. I had my idea that a new one was getting released because they usually announce new models in this time of the year. im glad i was patient, this does seem like a good deal.
I was going to buy a kindle paperwhite but i saw this getting released
Same!!! I preordered the colour instead
@@io.nebulae I'm upgrading from a 11+ year old kobo glo so i'm sure it will be a great improvement hahah! Also great for light novels/manga/webtoons etc which isn't a big part of what i read but still enough to buy the colour over the libra2!
@@femke25 for me it's simply for a materialistic upgrade and to have my audiobooks on it instead of my phone as it's mainly how I consume my books!
I just bought a kindle for the first time and watching you im so in love with this kobo an the pencil!!!! I think I going for it as well...🥴😏
I’m worried Because nobody is showing B&W contrast without the light..
Still waiting for a proper review, everything up to now has just been marketing spiel. Agreed need to know B&W performance, contrast etc.
I much prefer my Kobo Libra to my Kindle Paperwhite. It’s for sure the buttons but also the night time light and tone adjustments are better. I also prefer the discovery section where you buy or borrow books. Just seems friendlier in my opinion. I’m definitely going to have to get this upgraded version!
There are a couple of styles of cases that Kobo sells and it is common to order the wrong one if you want the case that has a slot to hold the possibly overpriced pencil with the case closed. The description of the SleepCover case that holds the pencil will have the word “notebook” in the name. The other case does not have a pencil slot. Thanks for another wonderful video.
Hmmm, how's the size in comparison to the regular Libra 2? Will the same cases fit both models?
Hy! Can you help, how can you make collections? I have too many books, but its too hard to do it on the kobo, is there is a way to create folders or something when Im connecting my kobo to my computer ?
i have a boox note air 3 c and not so hapy with the "darkness" of the screen compared to my old kobo forma, hope this kobo have less gray screen compared to boox
I have been interested awhile in the Kobo line. I love the idea of being able to get books from the library directly on the ereader. My son is not familiar with Kobo, but he said in the past he'd get another ereader if it was in color (he's gone back to reading books in hard back/paper form). I would love to get him one for birthday or Christmas. I am excited for you!
I just bought a kindle paperwhite and i'm not really sure if i should get this lmao
To big, prefer the 6" more comfy to hold and better portability
OMG this looks so cool. Never had a Kobo, only kindles. Really interested in one. Love the look and turn page buttins. Can't wait for your review. Thanks. X
I really wanna switch to kobo but my kindle has too many books!
I really want to upgrade my Libra H2O (4 years old, will go to my husband) to a Libra colour! My biggest questions is: does the pen magnetize te the device itself or do you need the (bland) case that's for the Libra color + stylus. I really want a yellow sleepcover and the stylus but am unsure how I would keep my stylus and my Kobo together. Looking forward to your review!
my exact question! Would love to consider getting stylus for easier annotations but would need it to be secure enough as im always on the go :)
Hi, the pen connects to the body of the kobo and is strong enough to stick during most movement.
i just got the Libra Colour but i am struggling with transferring my kindle ebooks from my iphone to the kobo using calibre. This is my first time using an ereader so this is quite overwhelming. If I understand correctly, you can only transfer the kindle ebooks if you previously had a Kindle device, but not with the Kindle App on your phone :(
It’s a bit clunky. I’m trying to figure it out too!
i just pre ordered my 1st kobo clara color ereader 😊 hopefully it will make me read more!!!
cool !!!! I knew some ebook color reader was coming soon
So exciting!
is if possible to read comics?
I’ve been rocking a Kobo Aura One for years and I love it. These new readers look great but my preferences learn towards a flush bezel (easier to clean the screen), and no page buttons because I think it is far better to just swipe. Also having become accustomed to 8” I don’t really want any smaller.
Is there dark mode?
Yes
🎉very excited. Can you review the note taking functionality and the kobo case? Looking forward to the next video ❤
Second this
Will the libra 2 cases fit the Colour Libra???
No they don’t
Can you upload epub documents on it? I have the kobo libra h20 and I often upload epub documents on it from my computer. Is that also possible with this one?
Yes
I'm thinking it should be! :)
Does the Libra have the ‘hand grippy thing’ like the Oasis does? Just going by the vid it just looks flat
It's thicker on the side where the buttons are
It's a little thicker on the page turn button side, but I don't think the grip is as pronounced as it is on the Oasis. It is very comfortable in the hand though and seems to be lighter than the Oasis!
Well now I am counting down until the review... cannot wait
So exciting!! :)
Oooo I’m so excited for the full review!! Super interested in the annotating experience
Same!! Emphasis on the annotating experience😁
I can see Amazon doing something very similar soon now that Kobo has done it. I have bought so many Kindle books that I'm going to have to stay with Kindles. I know there is a way to move Kindle books onto a Kobo, but it sounds like something of a procedure. If Amazon comes out with something similar, I may purchase. I didn't know Anne of Green Gables came as a graphic novel... thanks for the heads up! :)
I’m a kindle girly through and through and I’m afraid to switch since I own sooooooo many kindle books and from what I heard you cannot transfer them and if you can it sounds complicated. Maybe you can research that and let us know how that may work.
Can you use a kindle scribe pen on this?
No, that's for the kindle. You need the kobo pen. That's a bit like asking if the Xbox controller works for the PlayStation
I just bought a kobo libra 2. I didn't know a new one would come out but it looks so good.
Can I be a little jealous? I have been a Kobo user for 10 years, I'm now using a Kobo Libra First version and see this new marvel gifted to someone who doesn't know Kobo that much. I sincerely hope you will enjoy your new ereader as much as I enjoy mine. I'm interested in how to use the stylus, by the way, which is one of the few improvements from my Libra first edition and of course how the colour screen is. Thanks very much.
When will you release a full review of the Libra color? Especially 1) how's the night reading color compare to previous Kobos 2) How is the note-taking experience, with colors? Thanks :)
I would love to see the pen at work with the Advanced Notebook component. I write as much as read. Currently using Nobo app on Surface. Nobo is great, but Suface is power hungry. Interested to know if you think a matte screen saver impacts readability while improving paper feel. (It doesn't on Surface but brightness there sucks power.)
What is the brightness of backlight in this review? it seem in maximum that makes a bit misleading to the color shown. the actual one is a bit "dull" and not so "fresh" as the principle of color e-ink.
Anne of Green Gables - PEI! - hahah! That's where i'm from !
If they had a sage color id have bought that, but i need a bigger screen to read my comics lol
How did you get this? Heard its launching on May 8th ... Just saw the full video ... So exciting... 😊
Kobo only allows you to connect with one library at a time
please show it with the light turned all the way down! Thanks :)
I heard it has audiobooks with it, can you show us more about that feature? Can we listen and read simultaneously bc that would be dream as someone who uses audiobooks frequently while I read to focus better!
Absolutely! That's a really good question!
I’m thinking about selling my Kobo Sage + charging cover for a Libra Colour. Or might just get the Libra 2 on discount
Would you mind comparing the buttons quality to the Nook Glowlight 4?
It look interesting! I have a kindle paper white .
Thank you for reviewing this!
Hi. Can you annotate and write on imported pdf’s?
I want, also wondering about the stylus features
Wow oh boy i am super excited for the full review ...
Finally here!!! Ordering mine right now!!
Thanks for the preview, I knew these devices were coming but didn’t expect it so soon. No one else has a video out yet about them so you’re special 😂
I’ve never had a kobo myself, I’ve had all the readers BUT kobo. I preordered one of these last night for my 6 year old daughter though. I’m hoping she gets more excited to read with the color. As it is now she only likes to read at bedtime (likely to try to stay up later). She likes to write and draw on my Scribe so this has to be a winner for her.
That's awesome! I'm sure she'll love it! I've never owned a Kobo either but I'm loving it so far! :)
Does it have an agenda inside?
Other than the color, are there any additional improvements from the previous model Libra 2?
I'm interested to see the comparison myself! I haven't used the Libra 2 before so I will have to do some research!
I need a full review on the taking notes with the stylus part! Is it good? How many features there is? Would it be good for sketching? How responsive? Does it detect pressure? I have so many questions!
These are all super great questions!
I just ordered this model. do I have Kobo any books or anything related to it?? NOPE. but do I want a smaller ereader with a stylus and in color? also yes! I will slowly transition some books over to kobo as I read. I have a thousand or more kindle ebooks. but I usually only buy free or on sale books anyway so that will work for me.
Haha I'm in the same boat! I love the combination of a smaller device that also has a stylus! I own a Scribe and enjoy it, but it's way too bulky for every day use so I love the compactness of the Libra! And color is a huge bonus!
@@dylancanread yes. I returned the scribe because it was just too big. This kobo color looks great and will be perfect for what I want it for anyway
Thanks Much! Dylan.
You mentioned lag on the Kindle, yet I have the Paperwhite and Oasis and have never experienced any lag as you’ve described.
prob like page turn lag or when you move from screen to screen like settings to home page etc it lags a bit
@@TheBlueGirl18 page turns and moving screen to screen are instantaneous on all my Kindle devices. It’s actually my Kobo ads that has more overall lag than any of my Kindles.
And in the video he specifically mentioned lag with the keyboard and a letter press would cause the letter to show up 17 times. Something I’ve never experienced with any of my Kindles.
How do I get free Kobo e-readers? and covers? and pens? Yes, I'm laughing. Lucky you!🤣
Yeah nah I want dynamic colour thanks
I just wish new models are black and white Libra 3 and Sage 2 using Carta 1300 screen with better battery life and more stable system. 😢😢😢😢 the color technology isn’t sophisticated enough.
Does this have a microsd card or at least a built-in one that can be upgraded (some are moddable like that)?
Amazon is going to release a kindle Oasis Color!!!!
You know something no one else seems to know at this time? I would be interested in a color oasis
@@ZachariasFuchsthere are rumors of a color device because they discontinued the oasis. Not specifically that it will be an oasis though. I imagine it would be in the 6 and 7 or 7’8 screen size options though.