Best eBook Reader

It is always a good time to read. The world, however, is changing. Everything is more frenetic, faster: people live on the move.

Even the way of approaching a good book has partly changed. The feeling of caressing and leafing through the pages of a book is irreplaceable, of course, but technology comes in handy when you need to travel light when you want to have an entire bookcase available in a few millimeters thick. So here are the eBook Reader, which in recent years are having a very important diffusion, to the point that many companies produce products of this type.

The meaning of this guide is precisely this: try to identify the devices that, in our opinion, are more valid and interesting, highlighting their main functions. Recall that the ranking does not follow an order of preference, but simply the various products are divided by brand.

Kindle Oasis 2019

The new top of the range of the Kindle line puts the best technologies into play and marks a small improvement compared to the previous model, identifiable in the possibility of adjusting the color temperature of the display. The processor is powerful and the construction materials are well cared for, a sign of a precise placement in the eBook-Reader market. The Kindle Oasis 2019 has the following characteristics:

• Display from 7 inch E Ink Paper, whose integrated backlighting consists of 25 LEDs, divided into whites and yellows to uniformly adjust the color temperature. There are 300 PPI, sufficient to guarantee an excellent definition of the panel. There is also a brightness sensor that adapts the intensity of the display light based on the environmental one
• Accelerometer, to automatically rotate the page orientation based on the needs of the reader.
• Processor: NXP I.MX7D, 1GHz
• dimensions is Weight: 159mm x 141mm x 8.4mm. 188 g
• Connectivity WiFi or WiFi + 4G
• The battery declared good for six weeks. In truth, the average use of the device allows approx two weeks of autonomy
• Supported formats: Kindle 8 (AZW3), Kindle (AZW), TXT, PDF, unprotected MOBI, native PRC format; HTML, DOC, DOCX, JPEG, GIF, PNG, BMP (converted)
• A memory from 8 or 32GB. A lot of memory makes sense because the new Kindle Oasis supports Audiobooks, unfortunately only in America at the moment.
• impermeability: IPX8, tested to resist immersion in freshwater for up to 60 minutes at a maximum depth of 2 meters
• Functionality: The design is tapered, the handle is ergonomic and one-handed use is guaranteed. On the side where the grip takes place, there are convenient buttons for changing the page, which represent a valid alternative to using the touch. Thanks to Quick consultation, this eBook Reader integrates a complete dictionary with Wikipedia, which allows you to access functions, definitions, and information quickly. The instant translation of the text is present and integrates a page layout engine which, together with the spelling, justification, kerning, binding and support for the drop caps, allows faster reading and less eye strain. The 4G connection is very convenient, to download eBooks anywhere and anytime. No contract or subscription is required, as Amazon pays for 4G wireless connectivity. The software also allows the rbold adjustment, L’ black/white inversion and how to increase the size of the interface.

Kindle Voyage

It is one of the most interesting products in the collection of Amazon. Among the main features we find:

• Display 6-inch with technology E-paper and integrated light that adjusts automatically, 300 PPI
• dimensions is Weight: 162mm x 115mm x 7.6mm. 180 grams of weight
• Connectivity WiFi / WiFi-3G
• Battery: The duration varies according to the use of the ebook, but generally, with moderate use, it is possible to cover several weeks of use (full recharge requires about 3 hours)
• Supported formats: Kindle 8 (AZW3), Kindle (AZW), TXT, PDF, unprotected MOBI, native PRC format; HTML, DOC, DOCX, JPEG, GIF, PNG, BMP with conversion
• Functionality: The novelty much praised by the manufacturer is Voltapagina, which consists of the presence of two sensors, placed on the sides of the display, which, if pressed, allow you to change the page without touching the display with your fingers. There is also the dictionary Wikipedia, to access definitions and more. Amazon also includes Word Wise, which makes it easy to understand complex words. It is possible to choose from eight text sizes and there is also an instant translation of any word. Inside the ebook there is an Amazon store, to proceed with the quick download of the purchased book.

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Kindle Paperwhite 2019

Invoked loudly by users, the new Kindle Paperwhite 2019 has finally arrived on the market. The best-known product of the Kindle brand has interesting features such as waterproofness and Bluetooth. Below the complete technical datasheet.

• Display 6-inch with technology E-paper and integrated self-adjusting light, 300 PPI, optimized character reproduction technology, 16 shades of gray
• dimensions is Weight: 167mm x 116mm x 8.18mm. 191 grams of weight in the WiFi + 3G configuration
• Connectivity WiFi / WiFi + 3G
• Battery which allows you to exceed the month of use with rather moderate use (full charging takes about 3 hours)
• Supported formats: Kindle 8 (AZW3), Kindle (AZW), TXT, PDF, unprotected MOBI, native PRC format; HTML, DOC, DOCX, JPEG, GIF, PNG, BMP (converted);
• Memory 8GB or 32GB;
• impermeability. The Kindle Paperwhite 2018 is IPX8 certified, tested to resist immersion in freshwater for up to 60 minutes at a maximum depth of 2 meters;
• Functionality: Thanks to Quick consultation, this eBook Reader integrates a complete dictionary with Wikipedia, which allows you to access functions, definitions, and information quickly. The instant translation of the text is present and, above all, the font is integrated Bookerly. Kindle Paperwhite integrates a layout engine that, together with the spelling, justification, kerning, binding and support for the drop caps, allows a faster reading and less eye strain. Interesting is the ability to adjust the dimension characters, lo thickness and the contrast of the same.

Kindle

The range base of the Kindle family is updated and brings with it a function that is loudly requested by users, that is, the display overlighting. Here is the complete technical sheet:

• Display 6 ″ with technology E-INK, 167 PPI, optimized font technology, 16-level grayscale. The panel offers a backlight thanks to the 4 integrated LEDs;
• dimensions: 160 x 113 x 8.7mm. 174 grams of weight;
• Connectivity Wifi
• A battery that can hold for weeks and fully recharge in 4 hours (by connecting the eBook Reader to the PC)
• Supported formats: Kindle Format 8 (AZW3), Kindle (AZW), TXT, PDF, unprotected MOBI, PRC (unconverted); HTML, DOC, DOCX, JPEG, GIF, PNG, BMP (converted);
• Memory 4GB;
• Functionality: Side notes can be created. The function is present Quick consultation, which allows access to the Wikipedia dictionary. Do not miss, within this eBook Reader, Word Wise, useful for understanding complex vocabularies, if you study English. It deserves mention Whispersync, a technology that synchronizes the last page read, bookmarks and annotations on all devices, to start reading exactly where reading was stopped. Also, WiFi connectivity allows you to surf the Internet and easily access the Kindle Store.

Kobo form

Kobo’s new top-of-the-range product winks at the best Kindle on the market, with the protruding frame on one side that favors grip. Here are the complete technical characteristics:

• Touchscreen display extra-large 8 ” E Ink paper with high resolution, tablet level, of 1440 x 1920, 300 PPI. There is also technology ComfortLight Pro, with micro-thin coating for holding and uniform distribution of light. The technology in question provides for the presence of 9 LEDs whites ed 8 LEDs RGB around the frame. This solution improves the reading experience in the dark, emitting the optimal light shade based on the time of day.
• dimensions: 160 x 177.7 x 8.5 mm in the thickest part, 4.2 mm in the thinnest side. The weight and of 197 grams.
• Connectivity WiFi 802.11 b / g / n.
• Battery who manages, with moderate use, to resist for more than a month
• Supported formats: EPUB, EPUB3, PDF, MOBI, JPEG, GIF, PNG, BMP, TIFF, TXT, HTML, XHTML, RTF, CBZ and CBR.
• impermeability guaranteed up to 60 minutes in 2 meters of water, thanks to HZO Protection. It is also resistant to sand and dust.
• A memory from 8 GB, expandable up to 32 GB with Micro SD
• Functionality: TypeGenius allows you to customize the device, choosing from 10 styles, 24 sizes and adapting the margins according to your needs. You can also write notes and comments, share your reading experiences on social networks and quickly access vocabulary. There is also the system browser, the Pocket extension and the ability to save steps from a book to the Cloud, so you can quickly retrieve them at any time. The buttons inserted inside the thicker frame allow you to easily interact with the interface, whether the user is right or left-handed.

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Kobo Libra H2O

Kobo announces and launches the new Kobo libra H2O, a technologically advanced and waterproof product. The new eBook Reader presents:

• Touchscreen display extra-large 7 ” E Ink paper with high resolution, tablet level, of 1680 x 1264, 300 PPI. There is also technology ComfortLight Pro, with micro-thin coating for holding and uniform distribution of light;
• dimensions: 144 x 159 x 5 mm. The weight and of 192 grams;
• Connectivity WiFi 802.11 b / g / n, 1T1R and Micro USB;
• Battery who manages, with moderate use, to resist for about a month;
• Supported formats: EPUB, EPUB3, PDF, MOBI, JPEG, GIF, PNG, BMP, TIFF, TXT, HTML, RTF, CBZ, CBR;
• impermeability guaranteed up to 60 minutes in 2 meters of water. It is also resistant to sand and dust.
• The memory from 8 GB;
• Functionality: TypeGenius allows you to customize the device, choosing from 10 styles, 24 sizes and adapting the margins according to your needs. You can also write notes and comments, share your reading experiences on social networks and quickly access vocabulary. There is also the system browser, the Pocket extension and the ability to save steps from a book to the Cloud, so you can quickly retrieve them at any time.

Kobo Touch 2.0

Kobo’s basic range proposal features:

• Display 6 “touchscreen Pearl E Ink 800 x 600, 167 PPI. The Touchscreen is ad infrared therefore it can be used not only with the hands but also with other objects. It should be specified how there is no display lighting therefore it will not be possible to read books completely in the dark
• dimensions: 115 x 157 x 9.2 mm. The weight is 180 grams
• Connectivity Wifi
• Battery long-lasting (we talk about months of use). Accomplice is the lack of the backlight
• Supported formats: EPUB, EPUB3,PDF, MOBI, JPEG, GIF, PNG, BMP, TIFF,TXT, HTML, XHTML, RTF,CBZ and CBR
• Memory 4GB
• Functionality: TypeGenius allows you to customize the device, choosing from 10 styles, 48 ​​sizes and adapting the margins according to your needs. You can also write notes and comments, share your reading experiences on social networks and quickly access vocabulary. There is also the system browser, the Pocket extension and the ability to save steps from a book to the Cloud, so you can quickly retrieve them at any time.

Kobo Aura One

This new product of Kobo stands out, first of all, for the large display and the smaller side frames compared to competing products. However, other hardware differences deserve attention:

• Display 7.8-inch And Ink Paper, 300 dpi. This solution makes it the device suitable for reading comics and pdfs, but the news has not ended here. The touch is capacitive and the lighting system consists of 17 LEDs: 9 white and 8 RGB. RGB ones allow you to make the color temperature of the display warmer, so as not to strain your eyes when reading books after sunset. This function can also be activated automatically.
• dimensions: 195.1 x 138.5 x 6.9mm. The weight is 230 grams.
• Connectivity Wifi.
• impermeability guaranteed thanks to evaluation IPX8. It is waterproof for up to 60 minutes in a maximum of 2 meters of water, thanks to the protection of HZO.
• The battery declared good for a month of autonomy.
• A memory from 8 GB not expandable and not replaceable since this is soldered to the motherboard.
• Supported formats: (EPUB, EPUB3, PDF, MOBI, JPEG, GIF, PNG, BMP, TIFF, TXT, HTML, RTF, CBZ, CBR).
• Functionality: The software is classic Kobo. First of all, it deserves attention Store, which gives the user access to over 5 million titles. There is also a function TypeGenius, which has text sharpness and thickness settings, as well as the possibility to choose between 50 text sizes and 11 fonts. You can adjust margins, highlight passages, take notes and search for a word in the dictionary.

Kobo Clara HD

Rakuten Kobo launches an economic product on the market, but at the same time very interesting from the hardware point of view. The Clara HD aims to satisfy users who approach an eBook Reader, mixing lightness, compactness and first fruits hardware. The complete technical data sheet of the Kobo Clara HD is shown below:

• Touchscreen Display E Ink Card from 6 inches, 300 PPI. The display of the device, despite the aggressive price, is equipped with sophisticated technology ComfortLight Pro, with micro-thin coating for holding and uniform distribution of light. The solution in question provides for the presence of 9 white LEDs and 8 RGB LEDs around the frame, useful for improving the reading experience in the dark, emitting the optimal light shade based on the time of day.
• dimensions: 159.6 x 110 x 8.35mm (Weight: 166 grams).
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi 802.11 b / g / n, Micro USB.
• Battery: about a month of use.
• Supported formats: 14 formats natively supported: (EPUB, EPUB3, PDF, MOBI, JPEG, GIF, PNG, BMP, TIFF, TXT, HTML, XHTML, RTF, CBZ and CBR).
• impermeability not guaranteed.
• The memory from 8 GB.
• Functionality: TypeGenius allows you to customize the device, choosing from 10 styles, 24 sizes and adapting the margins according to your needs. You can also write notes and comments, share your reading experiences on social networks and quickly access vocabulary. There is also the system browser, the extension Pocket and the ability to save passages from a book to the Cloud, so you can quickly retrieve them at any time.

Tolino Page

Tolino Page represents the solution for those approaching the world of e-Books or for those who want to have a second reader, cheaper and less demanding to manage. The main characteristics are:

• Display And Ink Card (800 x 600 pixels) without backlight, 16 gray levels. Infrared Touch.
• Dimensions and weight: 175 x 116 x 9.7 mm. 170 g of weight.
• Connectivity: Wifi (802.11 b / g / n).
• Battery 1000 mAh.
• Supported formats: EPUB, PDF, TXT. Loan system eBook compatibility.
• A memory from 4GB, of which 2GB available for content storage.
• Functionality: the possibilities offered by the software are different. You can choose the font, set the page size, align the text and margins. The dictionary is not missing. Besides, there is the zoom function for PDFs and the browser to navigate easily. The infrared display allows one side to change pages using any object, such as a pen, on the other hand, however, it is less precise than the capacitive touch.

Tolino Vision 4 HD

The new Vision 4 HD it is the top of the range of Tolino e-readers. The technical characteristics are:

• Display And Ink Paper 300 6-inch PPI. The backlight is provided by white LEDs and RGB LEDs, which can adjust the hue of the light and less strain the eyes when reading books during the evening.
• dimensions: 114 × 163 × 8.1 mm. The weight is 175 g.
• Connectivity Wifi.
• Battery which, with difficulty, can guarantee a month of use.
• Supported formats: EPUB (with and without DRM), PDF (with and without DRM), TXT, also compatible with public libraries.
• impermeability: thanks to the protection of HZO, the Vision 4 HD maintains water resistance up to 1 meter deep for 30 minutes.
• The memory from 8 GB, capable of holding up to 6.00 ebooks.
• Functionality: the Tap2Flip allows you to browse the pages by simply touching your finger on the back of the Tolino. Besides, the new software installed on board makes it easier to access the functions. There is a browser for free internet browsing, the Vision 4 HD supports the digital library loan, allows you to access the Tolino Cloud to read files from the Internet easily and quickly. There are also the classic reading settings and adjustments, including the change of characters, the division into syllables, the search function in the book, the dictionary, the creation of notes and more.