Vox So whats happening with Kobo Vox? - Page 11

taming · 10-23-2011, 08:32 PM

The weight is also an issue for me. 402 grams is light for most folks, but not for me because I have a disability that makes holding things up a problem. I had almost stopped reading before eReaders hit the scene because the weight of most books meant that I had to read sitting down with the books on a table. I guess we'll see.

Meemo · 10-23-2011, 10:33 PM

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Originally Posted by tubemonkey

The following book apps are available at GetJar:

Adobe Reader *
Aldiko *
Cool Reader
FBReader
Google Books
Kindle *

Kobo *
Moon+ Reader *
Nook
OverDrive Media Console (not really necessary for eBooks when you have the Kindle app)
Sony Reader

* = available in the Kindle Android Appstore. Other reading apps available:
JustReader (Google Reader)
ezPDF Reader
Mantano Reader
Djenné Book Reader
RepliGo Reader
Bluefire Reader
gBook eReader

That's just from the first 5 pages of hits I got searching for "Reader" in the Appstore.

Meemo · 10-23-2011, 10:44 PM

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Originally Posted by sjfwhite

Probably a silly question, but will the vox permit side loading non drm epubs through calibre? Better yet, if the android Dropbox app works on this it would be great.

Use Aldiko reader app and you can create a Calibre "catalog" within Aldiko and download your ePubs wirelessly.

ronin688 · 10-24-2011, 07:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by taming

The weight is also an issue for me. 402 grams is light for most folks, but not for me because I have a disability that makes holding things up a problem. I had almost stopped reading before eReaders hit the scene because the weight of most books meant that I had to read sitting down with the books on a table. I guess we'll see.

Ack sorry to hear that, I hope the Vox is a good fit for you whatever you end up using it for.

I think we can be confident that the market is moviing towards ever lighter and more functional (and cheaper!) ereaders. It's an exciting time!

Lordvic · 10-24-2011, 10:05 AM

Anyone have a video / photo of hands on of this thing yet?

all i'm seeing are the press shots on the site, which doesn't give you a real good sense of how this will really look in the end.

i want to see it in it's glory before i buy. the last thing i want to do is buy one, just to find out that it's really a bulky thick ugly tablet (Though i think it looks nice from the press shots)

JD Gumby · 10-24-2011, 11:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lordvic

i want to see it in it's glory before i buy. the last thing i want to do is buy one, just to find out that it's really a bulky thick ugly tablet (Though i think it looks nice from the press shots)

Hardly bulky at 192.4mm X 128.4mm X 13.4mm (7.57"x5.06"x0.53") and 402.6g (14.2oz). Perfectly average weight for a 7" tablet.

charleslou · 10-24-2011, 11:59 AM

Thanks for mentioning the discount code. Just got one from Kobo. Hopefully they will ship fast to US.

Quote:

Originally Posted by 4Foot

Just wanted to say a big ThankYou to all who have contributed to this discussion. I listened to all you had to say and just ordered a Vox. And yes, that "kobovox10" discount coupon saved me $10. Thank you dmacmart.
I was about to order a Touch to replace my original Kobo anyway so the additional $40 for the enhanced model is a no brainer. All I really lose is the 2 week of battery life and I can live with that.

Thanks again to all, this is a very helpful forum.

4Foot

emilikins · 10-26-2011, 11:38 AM

Put my order in this morning! Lenovo A1, while I think overall to be a better tablet (sight unseen, just specs, form, etc.), does NOT have the full market as advertised. Google has confirmed this as well as a Lenovo rep in their forums, but this info has not been communicated down through the sales reps or on the website. Maybe that's why they've been pulling out? No one could guarantee/prove that my pre-ordered tablet would be Market certified/licensed, just their word, and since Google says no, and K1 owners are the ones who brought it to my attention, I can't spend that much money on someone's word.

So, I'm bought the Kobo. Saved $56 bucks, too, from the A1. Yes, I won't have as many bells and whistles and I'm a little nervous about Kobo's first tablet run, but I haven't read good things about Viewsonic or Velocity, so Kobo's open philosophy edges me over rolling back 200mhz (compared to the new V tablets and the A1). I feel more comfortable with the $189 price point, too.

taming · 10-26-2011, 11:55 AM

The Vox is being manufactured by Wistron--which used to be part of Acer. It's a large operation and manufactures for some of the big boys, it seems.

Graycee · 10-26-2011, 05:30 PM

Just placed my order for the Vox. I was looking for a tablet to replace my ipod touch for simple tasks like checking email and surfing the web, while traveling (the ipod screen is just too small). The Vox fits the bill for what I need it to do and the price is right. I am still not sold on reading on an LCD screen though, so I will probably still use my kobo touch for reading. Can't wait for my Vox to arrive.

Lordvic · 10-26-2011, 05:39 PM

Looks like my kobo wifi has made my buying decision for me

pokee · 10-26-2011, 05:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lordvic

Looks like my kobo wifi has made my buying decision for me

ON NO! Is it outside the one year warranty? This looks defective, not broken, right?

Lordvic · 10-26-2011, 06:03 PM

The screen surface is perfectly normal. It was working fine this morning. Shut it off when I got to work. Put it in my laptop backpack in an empty padded area and put it away on the shelf. Walked to the train and turned it on to see that.

I'm not happy. My kobo is my #1 used... ANYTHING!
I don't watch TV, I read
I spend over an hour each way on the train reading every day.

Waiting 2 weeks or longer for kobo to replace it might drive me insane. (Or more so)

Seruiously, I have no idea how the heck I'm going to occupy myself without it as I ditched paper books over a year ago. I'm a very grumpy passenger right now

pokee · 10-26-2011, 06:33 PM

How old is your Kobo WiFi, Lordvic?

Mine is almost exactly one year, and it's been doing weird things lately (like 'ghosting' the cover art after I turn it on from sleep mode).

Chances are, it will probably die the day after my warranty ends!

Lordvic · 10-26-2011, 06:45 PM

ya, it's about 1 year old now. I'm not sure the warranty situation either.

as for ghosting. maybe you're right that its common or something. I noticed lately some covers caused the screen to show the wrong shade of greyscale. like an all black book cover showed white and what not. I thought nothing of it.

But agian, not sure the coverage for warranty. I bought it directly from Kobo's head office here in Toronto through a "Friends and family" purchase special they had. I need to talk to my friend

10-26-2011, 05:39 PM	#161
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taming Trying for calm & polite Posts: 4,012 Karma: 9455193 Join Date: May 2010 Location: Mostly in Canada Device: kobo original, WiFI, Touch, Glo, and Aura	The weight is also an issue for me. 402 grams is light for most folks, but not for me because I have a disability that makes holding things up a problem. I had almost stopped reading before eReaders hit the scene because the weight of most books meant that I had to read sitting down with the books on a table. I guess we'll see.

10-24-2011, 10:05 AM	#155
Lordvic Connoisseur Posts: 85 Karma: 19104 Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Toronto / Ontario Device: Blackberry Playbook	Anyone have a video / photo of hands on of this thing yet? all i'm seeing are the press shots on the site, which doesn't give you a real good sense of how this will really look in the end. i want to see it in it's glory before i buy. the last thing i want to do is buy one, just to find out that it's really a bulky thick ugly tablet (Though i think it looks nice from the press shots)

10-26-2011, 11:38 AM	#158
emilikins Short One in the Stacks Posts: 142 Karma: 198348 Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Midwest Device: HTC Flyer; Kobo WiFi	Put my order in this morning! Lenovo A1, while I think overall to be a better tablet (sight unseen, just specs, form, etc.), does NOT have the full market as advertised. Google has confirmed this as well as a Lenovo rep in their forums, but this info has not been communicated down through the sales reps or on the website. Maybe that's why they've been pulling out? No one could guarantee/prove that my pre-ordered tablet would be Market certified/licensed, just their word, and since Google says no, and K1 owners are the ones who brought it to my attention, I can't spend that much money on someone's word. So, I'm bought the Kobo. Saved $56 bucks, too, from the A1. Yes, I won't have as many bells and whistles and I'm a little nervous about Kobo's first tablet run, but I haven't read good things about Viewsonic or Velocity, so Kobo's open philosophy edges me over rolling back 200mhz (compared to the new V tablets and the A1). I feel more comfortable with the $189 price point, too.

10-26-2011, 11:55 AM	#159
taming Trying for calm & polite Posts: 4,012 Karma: 9455193 Join Date: May 2010 Location: Mostly in Canada Device: kobo original, WiFI, Touch, Glo, and Aura	The Vox is being manufactured by Wistron--which used to be part of Acer. It's a large operation and manufactures for some of the big boys, it seems.

10-26-2011, 05:30 PM	#160
Graycee Enthusiast Posts: 27 Karma: 4101 Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Ontario, Canada Device: Kobo Aura, Kindle (2014)	Just placed my order for the Vox. I was looking for a tablet to replace my ipod touch for simple tasks like checking email and surfing the web, while traveling (the ipod screen is just too small). The Vox fits the bill for what I need it to do and the price is right. I am still not sold on reading on an LCD screen though, so I will probably still use my kobo touch for reading. Can't wait for my Vox to arrive.

10-26-2011, 06:03 PM	#163
Lordvic Connoisseur Posts: 85 Karma: 19104 Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Toronto / Ontario Device: Blackberry Playbook	The screen surface is perfectly normal. It was working fine this morning. Shut it off when I got to work. Put it in my laptop backpack in an empty padded area and put it away on the shelf. Walked to the train and turned it on to see that. I'm not happy. My kobo is my #1 used... ANYTHING! I don't watch TV, I read I spend over an hour each way on the train reading every day. Waiting 2 weeks or longer for kobo to replace it might drive me insane. (Or more so) Seruiously, I have no idea how the heck I'm going to occupy myself without it as I ditched paper books over a year ago. I'm a very grumpy passenger right now

10-26-2011, 06:33 PM	#164
pokee Fanatic Posts: 569 Karma: 199759 Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Vancouver, BC Device: Kobo WiFi, Kobo Glo, Kobo Vox, Samsung Galaxy S4, Samsung Tab2	How old is your Kobo WiFi, Lordvic? Mine is almost exactly one year, and it's been doing weird things lately (like 'ghosting' the cover art after I turn it on from sleep mode). Chances are, it will probably die the day after my warranty ends!

10-26-2011, 06:45 PM	#165
Lordvic Connoisseur Posts: 85 Karma: 19104 Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Toronto / Ontario Device: Blackberry Playbook	ya, it's about 1 year old now. I'm not sure the warranty situation either. as for ghosting. maybe you're right that its common or something. I noticed lately some covers caused the screen to show the wrong shade of greyscale. like an all black book cover showed white and what not. I thought nothing of it. But agian, not sure the coverage for warranty. I bought it directly from Kobo's head office here in Toronto through a "Friends and family" purchase special they had. I need to talk to my friend

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