Forma New Kobo reader: The Forma/Shape - Page 3

glenk · 09-29-2018, 03:20 AM

My apologises in doing a bit a research I realise it is a micro USB B port and not a mini USB port as I stated above. I am always getting them mixed up.

Ch23 I think that using 9mm is too large, this page http://www.symmetron.ru/suppliers/hi.../hirose_ZX.pdf indicates that the port is 7.5mm, with a bit extra for the plastic hole I think that 8mm is probably a better estimate for the real size of a micro USB B port.

CH23 · 09-29-2018, 03:36 AM

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Originally Posted by glenk

My apologises in doing a bit a research I realise it is a micro USB B port and not a mini USB port as I stated above. I am always getting them mixed up.

You're not alone. The folks at GoodEreader seem to mix them up as well :P

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Ch23 I think that using 9mm is too large, this page http://www.symmetron.ru/suppliers/hi.../hirose_ZX.pdf indicates that the port is 7.5mm, with a bit extra for the plastic hole I think that 8mm is probably a better estimate for the real size of a micro USB B port.

You're right. It was quite late when I made my previous estimate, but now I've also measured the port on my Clara HD, and updated the post accordingly

Michal Jancik · 09-29-2018, 04:05 AM

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Originally Posted by Barbara1955

IF it has a Slot for SDCard its Not Water Proof.

Yes, but are there not two different models on the photo?
Diferents button, maybe only one model is waterproof ?
-"Little" KOBO FORMA "6" + waterproof
and
-"Big" Shape "7" + SD

CH23 · 09-29-2018, 04:22 AM

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Originally Posted by Michal Jancik

Yes, but are there not two different models on the photo?
Diferents button, maybe only one model is waterproof ?
• "Little" KOBO FORMA "6" + waterproof
and
• "Big" Shape "7" + SD

It's the same model, just one of them on its' side.

I think the image was photoshopped, and the device not actually photographed at an angle, making it harder to really get a grasp of correct size

Michal Jancik · 09-29-2018, 05:53 AM

- Yes, you are probably right.
- The button is a good idea, but to copy Kindle Osais I'm not too fans.

John F · 09-29-2018, 06:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Barbara1955

IF it has a Slot for SDCard its Not Water Proof.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Michal Jancik

Yes, but are there not two different models on the photo?
...

You can have an card slot and still be waterproof. For example, the original H2O, The Galaxy S9, ...

Pajamaman · 09-29-2018, 07:55 AM

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Originally Posted by ZodWallop

Going only by what I can see I think the Oasis design is nicer. The Oasis is thicker on the back, which lets your hand curl around the thick side. The Forma/Shape (and I think Forma is a better name) is angled on the front and it seems like it would be more awkward to hold.

Agree about the slant on the bezel handle. Looks awkward, but might feel better than it looks.

Pajamaman · 09-29-2018, 07:57 AM

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Originally Posted by ZodWallop

I'm in the minority I'm sure, but I hope it's a 6" screen (though I'm already pretty sure it isn't).

Ditto. I prefer the balance of portability and screen size.6" offers. Give me an open 6" truly ambidextrous device with a color light and night reading mode.

CH23 · 09-29-2018, 08:11 AM

I quite like the design, and I believe the idea is to hold it much like you would a book, thumb on the buttons(inside spine) and fingers behind, supporting the whole thing.

If you put it in portrait mode, it's more held like a folded magazine. I certainly hope I could hold it with my left hand as well as my right.

Amon_Re · 09-29-2018, 08:22 AM

I need specs on that thing

sawdin2 · 09-29-2018, 08:42 AM

I'm hoping that it is a 7.8" or larger screen. If it is, hopefully that will result in discounts on the KA1 at some point in time.

Does Kobo typically offer discounts for pre-orders? I assume that if this is the same size or larger than the KA1 it will be more expensive than the KA1.

Bottom line, more choices/competition is good!

Liesse · 09-29-2018, 09:00 AM

A Kobo with buttons so I can read it in bed with my eczema gloves on? I've been waiting for this for a long time. I am super interested in this. Eagerly awaiting more information here.

Sent from my STF-L09 using Tapatalk

HLS · 09-29-2018, 09:20 AM

Looks like the Oasis but nicer more curved shape.

Pajamaman · 09-29-2018, 09:47 AM

I've been wondering why kobo don't add buttons. They could add buttons and easily undermine the paperwhite. Now I know why. They've decided to copy the Amazon approach and make a previously entry-level low-tech a high-cost luxury option. I might be wrong. If the device is 6", then the cost might be reasonable. But judging by the calculations done based on the USB port, it looks like it's going to be a larger device with an oasis-style high price tag to match. Result: You want buttons? Then you pay top dollar for old rope. However, I expect it to undercut the absurd Oasis price, even if it is the same size or even bigger. But you want buttons on a 6" device? Nay chance. You have to have a big one and pay lots. Of course, I could be wrong

But it ain't looking good.

HLS · 09-29-2018, 10:46 AM

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Originally Posted by rcentros

I'm guessing GoodEReader wasn't the original source.

They delete a lot of my posts. like they have an article that kindle unlimited on sale 4.99 ( today) and i see it still 9.99$ when I go to amazon.com so i posted that today that I see not sale and now my post is gone.

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09-29-2018, 03:20 AM	#31
glenk Enthusiast Posts: 31 Karma: 166 Join Date: Mar 2016 Device: Kobo	My apologises in doing a bit a research I realise it is a micro USB B port and not a mini USB port as I stated above. I am always getting them mixed up. Ch23 I think that using 9mm is too large, this page http://www.symmetron.ru/suppliers/hi.../hirose_ZX.pdf indicates that the port is 7.5mm, with a bit extra for the plastic hole I think that 8mm is probably a better estimate for the real size of a micro USB B port.

09-29-2018, 05:53 AM	#35
Michal Jancik Sorry for my English Posts: 419 Karma: 3003406 Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: France/Besancon 25000 Device: KOBO H2O,Inkpad 4,ONYX Leaf 2	- Yes, you are probably right. - The button is a good idea, but to copy Kindle Osais I'm not too fans.

09-29-2018, 08:11 AM	#39
CH23 Bottom Text Posts: 146 Karma: 332882 Join Date: Nov 2016 Device: Kobo Clara HD, Kobo Glo HD	I quite like the design, and I believe the idea is to hold it much like you would a book, thumb on the buttons(inside spine) and fingers behind, supporting the whole thing. If you put it in portrait mode, it's more held like a folded magazine. I certainly hope I could hold it with my left hand as well as my right.

09-29-2018, 08:22 AM	#40
Amon_Re Zealot Posts: 132 Karma: 14644 Join Date: Sep 2015 Device: Kobo Elipsa, Poketbook Inkpad 3 & Boyue Likebook Minas	I need specs on that thing

09-29-2018, 08:42 AM	#41
sawdin2 Enthusiast Posts: 34 Karma: 10 Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: Maine, USA Device: Kobo Sage; Former Nook HD+ user	I'm hoping that it is a 7.8" or larger screen. If it is, hopefully that will result in discounts on the KA1 at some point in time. Does Kobo typically offer discounts for pre-orders? I assume that if this is the same size or larger than the KA1 it will be more expensive than the KA1. Bottom line, more choices/competition is good!

09-29-2018, 09:00 AM	#42
Liesse Zealot Posts: 120 Karma: 610994 Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: UK Device: Kobo Libra 2, Forma	A Kobo with buttons so I can read it in bed with my eczema gloves on? I've been waiting for this for a long time. I am super interested in this. Eagerly awaiting more information here. Sent from my STF-L09 using Tapatalk

09-29-2018, 09:20 AM	#43
HLS Wizard Posts: 2,028 Karma: 15107670 Join Date: May 2017 Device: Sage, Scribe, Boox Note 2 Plus, iPad Pros and Samsungs S6,S7,S8	Looks like the Oasis but nicer more curved shape.

09-29-2018, 09:47 AM	#44
Pajamaman Wizard Posts: 2,827 Karma: 10700629 Join Date: May 2016 Location: Canada Device: Onyx Nova	I've been wondering why kobo don't add buttons. They could add buttons and easily undermine the paperwhite. Now I know why. They've decided to copy the Amazon approach and make a previously entry-level low-tech a high-cost luxury option. I might be wrong. If the device is 6", then the cost might be reasonable. But judging by the calculations done based on the USB port, it looks like it's going to be a larger device with an oasis-style high price tag to match. Result: You want buttons? Then you pay top dollar for old rope. However, I expect it to undercut the absurd Oasis price, even if it is the same size or even bigger. But you want buttons on a 6" device? Nay chance. You have to have a big one and pay lots. Of course, I could be wrong But it ain't looking good.

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