06-27-2013, 12:30 PM | #1 |
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Loading ebooks on Kobo Mini
I use a Kindle 3 (keyboard) to read ebooks. I've learned most of the tricks of the Kindle, especially when combined with Calibre. Now my wife wants to buy a Kobo Mini while it is on sale. I know I'll be the one to load her ebooks so if there's anyone that can answer a question or two about it before she buys it, I would appreciate the help.
First: I live in an area where it's impossible to to get a Wi Fi connection so can I download ebooks and transfer them to the Kobo Mini from my desktop computer using the supplied USB cord just as I do with my Kindle? Second: Will I have to use the Kobo Desktop Software to do this? With the help of Calibre I know I can convert my many Kindle ebooks to EPUB format for the Mini. Thanks for any help you can give me. |
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You'll find lots of tips for using the Kobo(s) with Calibre in the Kobo forum here on MR. |
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06-27-2013, 01:27 PM | #3 |
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While you don't need the Kobo Desktop Software you will need either it or WiFi to perform the initial setup.
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06-27-2013, 02:13 PM | #4 |
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Thanks to all! That answers my main questions.
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06-27-2013, 02:38 PM | #5 |
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06-27-2013, 04:24 PM | #6 |
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Some people manually edit the database to fool the setup.
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06-27-2013, 09:32 PM | #7 | |
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I just registered mine with the desktop app as it seemed easiest/fastest. After that I sent books to it using calibre with no problems. Helen |
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