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Originally Posted by DNSB
The difference between the Kobo Aura H2O and Kobo's other water resistant ereaders is that the Aura H2O was sealed complete with a rubber cover over the USB port/uSD card slot/reset button against water ingress. Kobo's later models and all the other water resistant ereaders I'm aware of have a nano-coating from HZO over the electronics to protect them from water. This coating does not protect the USB port and is rated for "clean water".
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This is from Kobo's website which to me says
waterproof.
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Enjoy reading by the water, worry-free
Fully waterproof with HZO Protection™, Kobo Libra H2O is always ready for unexpected spills or
bathtime reader bliss.*
*Meets requirements of IPX8 rating. Waterproof for up to 60 minutes in up to 2 metres of water
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