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Originally Posted by BionicGecko
Overall I think the Libra Colour is a great device for people who read mostly at home. I skip the case so I can enjoy the book covers in color when I’m not reading; it does somewhat feel a bit like having a physical book laying on the table or the couch. Those who like to read on the go (e.g. in the train) might however find the screen very dark and the contrast too low under natural light; I personally never use it outdoors.
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Agreed on most points.
If people have no need for color or annotations with their reading experience, then the Colour Kobo models aren’t going to appeal to them. However, I do find the comments in contrast interesting.
It’s true that the contrast on these models is much dimmer than older models, such as my Kobo Mini. Here are some comparison shots. My iPhone improved the contrast, so I adjusted the images to reflect what I saw with my naked eye. These are the covers of four different books displayed in sleep mode:
I haven’t tried reading with my KLC out in the sun yet. I’m too used to bringing my Mini along with me when I go out. I’ll have to try it.
However, none of these pictures trouble me because I always have the light on to some degree.
