Product overview
Borders provides a complete eReading experience
The borders website is the ultimate destination for eReading, giving you access to the latest bestsellers, new releases, local and international titles, your favorite classics and much more. Plus, in addition to powering the Kobo eReader, Borders’ eBook store makes content available on smartphones, tablets, desktops and laptops – so you can enjoy eReading: anytime, anyplace™
- Borders has the best range of eBooks for Australian eBook readers.
- Start reading straight out of the box with 100 classics preloaded.
- Click here to see the included books
Plug n' read
The Kobo eReader plugs directly into the Borders Desktop Application providing access to our digital catalog with millions of titles.
Book-like reading
It’s like print-on-paper. Adjustable fonts and sizes, plus life-like page layouts. Choose from two fonts and 5 font sizes.
Any content, any device
Access your eBooks anywhere, on eReaders, smartphones, computers or tablets. The Kobo eReader comes pre-loaded with 100 free eBooks . It’s Borders’ way of saying “Welcome”.
Features
Making the perfect book even better
Every word is a masterpiece
The Kobo eReader is like reading a traditional book. E-Ink technology makes it look just like print on paper. You can adjust the type to five different sizes and two different styles. The screen is sharp and glare free, making reading easy on the eyes.
- Beautiful, book-like typography will make you forget that you’re holding a device.
Transfer books to any device
We are a device-neutral platform. Finished reading on your eReader? Use a Borders app on your smart phone, desktop, or tablet, your eBooks and even your bookmarks follow you so you'll never lose your place.
- Read eBooks from other platforms as long as they’re in the open standards the Kobo service supports, like ePub and PDF.
Designed with book lovers in mind
Quilted back
Makes holding the Kobo eReader a comfortable, enjoyable experience.
Intuitive D-pad
Navigation control keeps buttons to a minimum.
Sync N' Read
Your Kobo eReader comes pre-loaded with the Borders Desktop Application that lets you shop for eBooks, organize your library and download content to your eReader.
- The Kobo eReader is 10mm thick and weighs only 221 grams.
Find your way around with ease
The Kobo eReader is easy to use. The Kobo eReader's logically planned, efficient controls put you in charge of your eReading and let you move between screens with ease.
Carry up to 1000 eBooks in your library at once
The Kobo eReader comes with enough space for 1000 books. Want to Expand Your Library? Just add a SD memory card (up to 4GB) to increase your storage to as many as 4,000 books.
Technical Specs
Your Kobo eReader comes fully equipped!
- The quilted back brings the touch and comfort of traditional books to your eReading.
5 Selectable Font Sizes
Put your eyes at ease with a typeface that fits your vision.
Includes 100 Free Books
Can't wait to start reading? The Kobo eReader comes pre-loaded with 100 free eBooks . It’s Borders’ way of saying “Welcome”.
Quilted Back
Who says an eReader has to be all plastic? Kobo eReader's quilted back brings the touch and comfort of traditional books to your eReading
120mm x 184mm x 10mm thick
And only 221 grams
Kobo eReader's compact size makes it an easy fit for nearly all your pouches, purses, and packs. Weighing just more than an average book, it won't weigh you down when you're on the go.
4 navigation buttons:
Home, Menu, Back, Display.
The Kobo eReader's logically planned, efficient controls put you in charge of your eReading and let you move between screens with ease
1GB memory; holds up to 1000 eBooks
Carry your whole library with you. Add an SD card and carry more books around with you, without throwing your back out
- The compact size and light weight is perfect for when you're on the go.
- Sync the Kobo eReader with the Borders
smartphone app.
Battery charge of up to 2 Weeks:
Or 8000 page-turns in ‘Book Years’
The Kobo eReader’s long battery charge lets you read your books, not your power gauge.
Bluetooth® Connection
Sync your eReader wirelessly with select smartphones and update your reading list on the go.
USB Cord
Included with your Kobo eReader. Just plug into any open port on your computer and in minutes you can sync and update your eReader.
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