Used/Older Kobo Devices - Page 2

ZodWallop · 04-16-2019, 12:03 PM

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Originally Posted by meeera

One of the bigger risks, apart from damage in transit, would be battery life. You don't know how old the device is - the Aura HD was released six years ago now - or how it's been treated (sitting on a shelf uncharged for months on end, for example).

If you're prepared to charge frequently and/or replace the battery, that mitigates that.

My five year old refurbished Kobo Aura still runs like a champ. I'm honestly Amazed how well the battery has held up. I've finally replaced the Aura, just because I wanted a better screen. But I'm planning on giving it to a relative and I imagine it'll still function for years.

Of course, that longevity is probably in part due to the Aura receiving daily use by me.

IanScuffling · 04-16-2019, 12:35 PM

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Originally Posted by ZodWallop

My five year old refurbished Kobo Aura still runs like a champ. I'm honestly Amazed how well the battery has held up. I've finally replaced the Aura, just because I wanted a better screen. But I'm planning on giving it to a relative and I imagine it'll still function for years.

Of course, that longevity is probably in part due to the Aura receiving daily use by me.

I bought a refurbished Aura HD recently (two months or so ago) and the battery life is great. I don't know long the battery will last, but I'm very optimistic, given how long I can go between charges.

mathil · 04-17-2019, 01:48 PM

I would definitely recommend buying a Glo HD, even if used. As long as the screen is in good condition, it's very easy to open and substitute both the SD card and the battery (there are guides to be found on the forum), I did both myself and I have absolutely zero experience working with electronics. Because of its ease of repair, it's a device that can last for a very long time and with specs that are still quite good. I bought one which was like-new a couple of years ago and have absolutely no intention of substituting it unless there are some major updates in the future.

Lleaff · 04-20-2019, 03:39 PM

Thanks all for the help. I've managed to find a used Aura One for $50 locally and couldn't be happier with it. The battery seems 100%, its waterproof, 8BG memory, adjustable night light color. Everything my Clara HD has plus more for a third of the price. My inner bogglehead is quite happy with my purchase...

Dr. Drib · 04-20-2019, 05:25 PM

Incredible price!

Good find!

ZodWallop · 04-22-2019, 12:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Lleaff

I've managed to find a used Aura One for $50 locally and couldn't be happier with it...

Wow, you got a deal!

Zorka · 05-29-2019, 06:48 AM

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Originally Posted by nystagmus

There is an auction at the moment on eBay selling Kobo mini, for around 15 Euros with free international shipping,

Did you ever got it? I bought one, but after getting a message from eBay that the auction was removed and the seller no longer was registered on ebay, I opened a case with Paypal and got my money back....

Still can use a spare one

Just curious

Cootey · 05-30-2019, 05:56 AM

There is a pattern to scammers on eBay you can watch out for.
1. The name is gobbledegook, like ioepwqurop7.
2. The price for the Kobo is way too good to be true.
3. The seller claims to be from one country, but is shipping the item from another.
4. They never respond to your messages.
5. Their account is not very old.
6. All their positive feedback is within the same day, and always as a buyer, not a seller.
7. After purchasing the item, you will notice a transaction from a Chinese individual, usually with Chinese characters.
8. Obviously, the Kobo never arrives.

I have fallen prey to this twice over the past two years, so I'm more careful now. There must be an overseas band of thieves fishing for suckers on eBay who take cheap eReaders as bait. Involve eBay in the problem right away. I've always received a refund.

Quoth · 05-30-2019, 10:22 AM

All common except the Chinese. They can easily be any nationality.

I've only ever lost money to someone in the UK. Paypal recovered most of it. I think though he was an idiot rather than scammer. Obviously had marine related business and was selling off unwanted nicknacks on eBay. I suspect he either misplaced it or sold it also to someone local and didn't cancel the ebay listing.

05-30-2019, 05:56 AM	#23
Cootey Absentminded Reader Posts: 676 Karma: 5764471 Join Date: Apr 2017 Device: 2 Kobo Claras, Kobo Elipsa, Kindle Paperwhite 3 & 4, iPad 6 & iPhoneXS	There is a pattern to scammers on eBay you can watch out for. 1. The name is gobbledegook, like ioepwqurop7. 2. The price for the Kobo is way too good to be true. 3. The seller claims to be from one country, but is shipping the item from another. 4. They never respond to your messages. 5. Their account is not very old. 6. All their positive feedback is within the same day, and always as a buyer, not a seller. 7. After purchasing the item, you will notice a transaction from a Chinese individual, usually with Chinese characters. 8. Obviously, the Kobo never arrives. I have fallen prey to this twice over the past two years, so I'm more careful now. There must be an overseas band of thieves fishing for suckers on eBay who take cheap eReaders as bait. Involve eBay in the problem right away. I've always received a refund. Last edited by Cootey; 05-30-2019 at 06:00 AM.

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04-17-2019, 01:48 PM	#18
mathil Evangelist Posts: 411 Karma: 215397 Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Europe Device: Kobo Aura H2O/Glo HD/Libra 2, Kindle Paperwhite 3	I would definitely recommend buying a Glo HD, even if used. As long as the screen is in good condition, it's very easy to open and substitute both the SD card and the battery (there are guides to be found on the forum), I did both myself and I have absolutely zero experience working with electronics. Because of its ease of repair, it's a device that can last for a very long time and with specs that are still quite good. I bought one which was like-new a couple of years ago and have absolutely no intention of substituting it unless there are some major updates in the future.

04-20-2019, 03:39 PM	#19
Lleaff Junior Member Posts: 3 Karma: 10 Join Date: Mar 2019 Device: Kobo Clara HD	Thanks all for the help. I've managed to find a used Aura One for $50 locally and couldn't be happier with it. The battery seems 100%, its waterproof, 8BG memory, adjustable night light color. Everything my Clara HD has plus more for a third of the price. My inner bogglehead is quite happy with my purchase...

04-20-2019, 05:25 PM	#20
Dr. Drib Grand Sorcerer Posts: 43,448 Karma: 49154841 Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: San Borja (Lima), Peru Device: Kindle: Oasis 3, Voyage WiFi; Kobo: Aura One, Glo HD	Incredible price! Good find!

05-30-2019, 10:22 AM	#24
Quoth the rook, bossing Never. Posts: 4,019 Karma: 36004966 Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Ireland Device: Both Kinds: epub based makes and Kindle	All common except the Chinese. They can easily be any nationality. I've only ever lost money to someone in the UK. Paypal recovered most of it. I think though he was an idiot rather than scammer. Obviously had marine related business and was selling off unwanted nicknacks on eBay. I suspect he either misplaced it or sold it also to someone local and didn't cancel the ebay listing.