Pouch or sleeve case for Kobo Aura

[ZodWallop]

Originally Posted by alex3137

Reading reviews of the official cover, it doesn't seem bad: https://us.kobobooks.com/collections...leepcover-blue

Anybody's using it ?

Alex, you may be the first user on this board that owns an Aura 2. There's been a bit of a backlash against it, with others opting for the H20 or Glo HD.

The official case looks very nice. I like that you can fold it all the way back.

I'm using an original Aura with its official case and while I like the look of it, it can not be folded back and has made the reader bulkier and more awkward.

[ZodWallop]

If you wanted a sleeve without a zipper, here are three options I found:

This one is a fold over pocket

This one uses a button and string

And here is one with an elastic band

I have no experience with any of them.

[JSWolf]

A case like this will hardly add any weight and will give protection more so than a sleeve since it's meant ot be on all the time.

https://www.amazon.com/Meijunter-Pur...aura+edition+2

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Smart-Ultra-...f1scR8H52dxs4Q

[alex3137]

Originally Posted by ZodWallop

Alex, you may be the first user on this board that owns an Aura 2. There's been a bit of a backlash against it, with others opting for the H20 or Glo HD.

I did not realize that. If I could I would have grabbed the Glo HD instead the Aura 2. But I still like it and it is an improvement compared to the Aura 1 (screen and frontlight is better).

Originally Posted by ZodWallop

The official case looks very nice. I like that you can fold it all the way back.

Yeah me too, I ordered it and will post a feedback when I receive it.

Originally Posted by ZodWallop

I'm using an original Aura with its official case and while I like the look of it, it can not be folded back and has made the reader bulkier and more awkward.

My wife agreed, broke the case and now use it without it.

[ZodWallop]

Originally Posted by alex3137

I did not realize that. If I could I would have grabbed the Glo HD instead the Aura 2. But I still like it and it is an improvement compared to the Aura 1 (screen and frontlight is better).

The original Aura used a Pearl screen. The Aura 2 has the same resolution, but uses the next generation Carta screen. I believe the Carta screen is whiter with better contrast. It'd be nice to see the two side.

[ratinox]

Originally Posted by ZodWallop

The original Aura used a Pearl screen. The Aura 2 has the same resolution, but uses the next generation Carta screen. I believe the Carta screen is whiter with better contrast. It'd be nice to see the two side.

Yup. Aura H2O has Kobo's first Carta display.

Carta is lighter than Pearl in the general case but there are notable variations between manufacturers, possibly even manufacturing runs. My Aura HD's Pearl panel is almost as light as my Aura ONE's Carta panel whereas my Kindle DX's Pearl panel is almost as dark as my iLiad's first generation panel.

IME, what matters more is font weight. The heavier (more bold) the font, the better the perceived contrast.

[alex3137]

Originally Posted by ZodWallop

The original Aura used a Pearl screen. The Aura 2 has the same resolution, but uses the next generation Carta screen. I believe the Carta screen is whiter with better contrast. It'd be nice to see the two side.

See attached 3 pictures: on the left my wife's Aura with 700+ hours of reading and on the right my new Aura 2.

First picture was taken in the complete dark. Frontlight was set to 1% on Aura 1 and 2% on Aura 2. You can see Aura 1 is much brighter the Aura 2.

2nd and 3rd pictures were taken with low light.

[JSWolf]

Originally Posted by alex3137

See attached 3 pictures

Have you made sure the lighting was even? I'm not talking the same setting, but the same brightness? Also, a picture with no light would take the light out of the picture and show us just the screen.

I have a PRS-650 and a T1 and a nook STR and my H2O's screen has a lighter background then all the other three that have a pearl screen. Also, I've seen some other Kindles with pearl screens and again my H2O screen is lighter.

[ZodWallop]

Originally Posted by alex3137

See attached 3 pictures: on the left my wife's Aura with 700+ hours of reading and on the right my new Aura 2.

First picture was taken in the complete dark. Frontlight was set to 1% on Aura 1 and 2% on Aura 2. You can see Aura 1 is much brighter the Aura 2.

2nd and 3rd pictures were taken with low light.

Wow. At least in those pictures, the Aura looks better than the Aura 2. What do they look like in reality?

[meeera]

Originally Posted by ZodWallop

Wow. At least in those pictures, the Aura looks better than the Aura 2. What do they look like in reality?

I think it's impossible to compare until the variables are eliminated. The best way to compare is to set the brightness to the same level (not numerically, visually), and load up exactly the same page of the same book with the same settings (font, font weight, etc).

Then take comparison photos side by side - one with lighting on, and one with lighting off in a very well and evenly lit room. Even better, photos with several different levels of lighting should be included.

[cerem0ny]

Thought id chime in - I just bought myself the official Kobo sleepcover for my A1- man, what luxury! A little expensive, sure, but that beautiful leather and felt finish, the reflective logos, the feel and weight of it... so classy! Such an improvement over my custom bubble-wrapped-postage-envelope creation - also for sale for $45 USD - enquire within! :P

Jokes aside, the official cover is so lovely, such a luxurious device!

[alex3137]

Originally Posted by JSWolf

Have you made sure the lighting was even? I'm not talking the same setting, but the same brightness? Also, a picture with no light would take the light out of the picture and show us just the screen.

Well, we set it to the minimum (2% is the minimum on Aura 2) as we both think it is too bright otherwise.

[alex3137]

Originally Posted by ZodWallop

Wow. At least in those pictures, the Aura looks better than the Aura 2. What do they look like in reality?

I think it is subjective. In reality, I find the Aura 2 better. Aura 1 is very cold / blue whereas Aura 2 is warmer.

I zoomed on the pictures I sent and it seems like there is a grain effect on Aura 2.
It is not the case in reality.

[ZodWallop]

Originally Posted by alex3137

I think it is subjective. In reality, I find the Aura 2 better. Aura 1 is very cold / blue whereas Aura 2 is warmer.

I zoomed on the pictures I sent and it seems like there is a grain effect on Aura 2.
It is not the case in reality.

Thanks for the update.

Is the Aura 2 more comfortable to hold than the Aura?

When I used to read my Aura naked, I found the corners were a little too sharp and dug into my palm. I notice the Aura 2 has much rounder corners. It's slightly larger than the Aura, but it looks like it'd be more comfortable in hand.

[sladflob]

I know I'm a bit late replying to this but I've been away...

I also prefer to use my Kobo without a cover and recently I bought a felt sleeve for my Aura One from these nice people: http://stores.ebay.com.au/emmersongr...k-felt-sleeves

I heartily recommend them. They make the sleeves to order so you should be able to get one for your device. I took my KA1 travelling with me in this sleeve and it survived perfectly unscathed.