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hamers · 10-06-2018, 10:15 AM

Hi folks,
I bought a new ("refurbished") Kobo Aura - the 6" one - about a year and a half ago from a reputable ebay seller. I use it strictly to read - brightness is at 1% at night to 10% MAYBE during the day. No wifi. Has always lasted me a few weeks-month between charges, and I keep firmware updated.

As of one week ago it now drains immediately after charging. I'll charge it to 99% (never goes to 100%) and then upon unplugging its at 70%. Then down to 50%. Hovers at 50%, then drains more. If i don't power down, its dead by morning.

I tried the paperclip reset, didn't help. Is this just a case of an old device and I need a new one or is this one salvageable? Can I replace the battery if the battery is dead? I HATE landfilling something useful but as this is my travelling book, I need something reliable.

Thanks for any help.

10-06-2018, 10:15 AM	#1
hamers Enthusiast Posts: 31 Karma: 10 Join Date: Jun 2018 Device: Kobo Aura (6", 4GB)	Kobo Aura (6") sudden immense battery drain Hi folks, I bought a new ("refurbished") Kobo Aura - the 6" one - about a year and a half ago from a reputable ebay seller. I use it strictly to read - brightness is at 1% at night to 10% MAYBE during the day. No wifi. Has always lasted me a few weeks-month between charges, and I keep firmware updated. As of one week ago it now drains immediately after charging. I'll charge it to 99% (never goes to 100%) and then upon unplugging its at 70%. Then down to 50%. Hovers at 50%, then drains more. If i don't power down, its dead by morning. I tried the paperclip reset, didn't help. Is this just a case of an old device and I need a new one or is this one salvageable? Can I replace the battery if the battery is dead? I HATE landfilling something useful but as this is my travelling book, I need something reliable. Thanks for any help.