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7.3
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9.0
Musketeer Musketeer

I never wanted an ereader. Saw the Kobo in store and decided to buy it. I never thought I'd say this, but its actually nicer to read than a real paperback novel. Lighter to hold, easier one handed operation when you're lying back and reading and always remembers where you were up to....

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8.0
nickyg600 nickyg600

Good device overall. Software could have been a bit speedier on the computer. Display was crisp for the most part, but I was looking for a little more contrast between the text and the "paper". Had a bit of a grayish look to the background, and at times the title pages of books would...

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8.0
circa1978 circa1978

Generally Kobo is a great little ereader. It is very focused on the task of reading books which is a big win for me. It feels like a beta though. The UX is pretty good, but there are areas that need some work (the currently reading section needs to be rethought). The battery life is no where near...

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