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Dibbler · 09-25-2026, 09:05 AM

My locked X4 Pro turned up from Aliexpress yesterday. I have since installed Crosspoint, the latest RC build, a few dictionaries and fonts.
I am still a little hesitant on how much I will use it over my Kobo devices that I have used for many years, but I am starting to find some appeal for it.
The worse and yet best things about it is its size, many reasons to not like it and yet so versatile, with a suitable case fitted, to be easily carried.

Still much to consider and see how much it gets used but at roughly half the cost of what I would otherwise have paid for it, with the understanding that there are restrictions on it compared to the one officially sold, I am happy enough.

andyh2000 · 09-25-2026, 05:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Dibbler

My locked X4 Pro turned up from Aliexpress yesterday. I have since installed Crosspoint, the latest RC build, a few dictionaries and fonts.
I am still a little hesitant on how much I will use it over my Kobo devices that I have used for many years, but I am starting to find some appeal for it.
The worse and yet best things about it is its size, many reasons to not like it and yet so versatile, with a suitable case fitted, to be easily carried.

Still much to consider and see how much it gets used but at roughly half the cost of what I would otherwise have paid for it, with the understanding that there are restrictions on it compared to the one officially sold, I am happy enough.

I was surprised how useful they are despite the small size. You're more likely to shove it in your pocket just in case, and the best eReader (like the best camera and the best telescope) is the one you have with you that you'll use.

Dibbler · Today, 06:24 AM

Yes, it has surprised me a little, even though I use my Libra 2 BW each night, I am reading with the X4 Pro and enjoying the experience.
Crosspoint seems decent on the reader, and it was useful buying a case with a cover, for when it is carried in a pocket. An element of care needed, as they do otherwise seem a little fragile, without a case.

09-25-2026, 09:05 AM	#61
Dibbler Enthusiast Posts: 30 Karma: 10 Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: UK Device: Nook Simple Touch Kobo Aura One, Clara 2E, Clara BW and Libra BW	My locked X4 Pro turned up from Aliexpress yesterday. I have since installed Crosspoint, the latest RC build, a few dictionaries and fonts. I am still a little hesitant on how much I will use it over my Kobo devices that I have used for many years, but I am starting to find some appeal for it. The worse and yet best things about it is its size, many reasons to not like it and yet so versatile, with a suitable case fitted, to be easily carried. Still much to consider and see how much it gets used but at roughly half the cost of what I would otherwise have paid for it, with the understanding that there are restrictions on it compared to the one officially sold, I am happy enough.

Today, 06:24 AM	#63
Dibbler Enthusiast Posts: 30 Karma: 10 Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: UK Device: Nook Simple Touch Kobo Aura One, Clara 2E, Clara BW and Libra BW	Yes, it has surprised me a little, even though I use my Libra 2 BW each night, I am reading with the X4 Pro and enjoying the experience. Crosspoint seems decent on the reader, and it was useful buying a case with a cover, for when it is carried in a pocket. An element of care needed, as they do otherwise seem a little fragile, without a case.

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