Clara Next Kobo Model - Kobo Clara HD

[therourke]

Did anyone figure out what the tiny hole in the power button is for? I stuck a pin in their, thinking it might pop out and show an SD card reader, or something. But nothing happens. It didn't rest either, which is the only other reason I can think there might be a hole there.

WHAT'S WITH THAT HOLE!!!!>!?!??!?!>>!>!??

[timeisart]

Originally Posted by therourke

Did anyone figure out what the tiny hole in the power button is for? I stuck a pin in their, thinking it might pop out and show an SD card reader, or something. But nothing happens. It didn't rest either, which is the only other reason I can think there might be a hole there.

WHAT'S WITH THAT HOLE!!!!>!?!??!?!>>!>!??

There's an LED under there, that hole is there just so you can see the light coming from the LED.

If you're looking for the SD card, you can find it if you pop the back cover off by sliding something thin in the crack all along the edge. Then you can swap out the microsd card and replace it with a bigger, faster card, just follow these instructions to clone the original card: https://www.mobileread.com/forums/sh...d.php?t=209122

[therourke]

Originally Posted by timeisart

There's an LED under there, that hole is there just so you can see the light coming from the LED.

If you're looking for the SD card, you can find it if you pop the back cover off by sliding something thin in the crack all along the edge. Then you can swap out the microsd card and replace it with a bigger, faster card, just follow these instructions to clone the original card: https://www.mobileread.com/forums/sh...d.php?t=209122

ok. The light thing makes sense, though I cannot see any light coming out of there. I did open up my device and the hole doesn't lead anywhere interesting.

I cannot imagine ever needing more than 8gb of space. But. Maybe I will do this one day. Thanks.

[LucyOne]

The light only comes on when you turn on the device.

[eDP]

Originally Posted by davidfor

It looks like the Clara HD has been released in Australia. I have an email from Kobo about it, but I also saw it on the Kobo and JB HiFi site last night. The price is $179.95AUD and appears to be in most JB HiFi stores. Or at least a lot more than the Aura ONE was.

It's also available from Myer, and they have it for sale via their eBay store, meaning you can get a small discount off the RRP if you use one of eBay's frequent 5% off codes (currently PENNY5).

I received my Clara from Myer on Friday, and unfortunately it's also suffering from some pronounced light bleed as others have experienced, so I'll probably return it.

[radbaddude]

How many of you bought the sleep cover from kobo and do you like it / is it worth it?

[PeterT]

Originally Posted by radbaddude

How many of you bought the sleep cover from kobo and do you like it / is it worth it?

I like it. Never thought I'd use the stand feature but I do.

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[disconnected]

Originally Posted by radbaddude

How many of you bought the sleep cover from kobo and do you like it / is it worth it?

I have it and like it quite a lot. I bought the red one and it's a very pleasant soft red color, if that sort of thing matters to you. It seems to be well made. Its fairly rigid and the edges are smooth and rounded (unlike those of a cheaper cover I bought, which is thin and flimsy with sharpish edges).

The magnet that holds the flap closed is more powerful than I would have expected -- the Kobo with the case on will actually stick to the refrigerator without slipping. Possibly there are downsides to such a strong magnet but I haven't tested it near credit cards or anything.

It did take me a while to get used to the flip style of cover but it's actually very comfortable to hold, despite being heavier than the less expensive cover. The stand also works quite well; you can't really adjust the angle but it saves having to carry around a separate stand.

[radbaddude]

Originally Posted by PeterT

I like it. Never thought I'd use the stand feature but I do.

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Originally Posted by disconnected

I have it and like it quite a lot. I bought the red one and it's a very pleasant soft red color, if that sort of thing matters to you. It seems to be well made. Its fairly rigid and the edges are smooth and rounded (unlike those of a cheaper cover I bought, which is thin and flimsy with sharpish edges).

The magnet that holds the flap closed is more powerful than I would have expected -- the Kobo with the case on will actually stick to the refrigerator without slipping. Possibly there are downsides to such a strong magnet but I haven't tested it near credit cards or anything.

It did take me a while to get used to the flip style of cover but it's actually very comfortable to hold, despite being heavier than the less expensive cover. The stand also works quite well; you can't really adjust the angle but it saves having to carry around a separate stand.

Thanks for the replies. I think I'll order one

[Derf]

Originally Posted by disconnected

I have it and like it quite a lot. I bought the red one and it's a very pleasant soft red color, if that sort of thing matters to you. It seems to be well made. Its fairly rigid and the edges are smooth and rounded (unlike those of a cheaper cover I bought, which is thin and flimsy with sharpish edges).



The magnet that holds the flap closed is more powerful than I would have expected -- the Kobo with the case on will actually stick to the refrigerator without slipping. Possibly there are downsides to such a strong magnet but I haven't tested it near credit cards or anything.



It did take me a while to get used to the flip style of cover but it's actually very comfortable to hold, despite being heavier than the less expensive cover. The stand also works quite well; you can't really adjust the angle but it saves having to carry around a separate stand.

Thanks for the input, can you answer a couple questions?
1) on the red cover, is the inside a purplish color?
2) do you have to remove the Clara from the case to charge it? Does the bottom flap interfere with having a cable plugged in?
3) is the backside of the case the same leathery material as the front of the case?

[disconnected]

Originally Posted by Derf

Thanks for the input, can you answer a couple questions?
1) on the red cover, is the inside a purplish color?
2) do you have to remove the Clara from the case to charge it? Does the bottom flap interfere with having a cable plugged in?
3) is the backside of the case the same leathery material as the front of the case?

The inside is really a "neutral" purple. The outside red is more toward blue than orange so the contrast isn't jarring at all. Actually I think it's a pleasant change from the more usual black or gray.

The flap sticks to the back as well as the front so it can just be folded to the back to uncover the charging ports. No need to remove the case. It's a pretty neat design -- there's a permanent sort of fold line on the flap so it lies perfectly flat on either the front or the back of the case. Incidentally, the case is pretty easy to get off and on, not like some of the older cases that required a crowbar or a dental tool to pry them off.

Both the front and the back are the same leathery material. It's more matte than shiny and I think it's really good-looking. In fact, after I wrote yesterday's post I went and ordered the blue one just for a little variety.

[bohn]

Originally Posted by eDP

It's also available from Myer, and they have it for sale via their eBay store, meaning you can get a small discount off the RRP if you use one of eBay's frequent 5% off codes (currently PENNY5).

I just noticed Myer Ebay has a 20% off at the moment if anyone wants to take a gamble on the Clara... code PMYERSHOP expires 17th Sept. Brings it to $143.96.

[davidfor]

Originally Posted by bohn

I just noticed Myer Ebay has a 20% off at the moment if anyone wants to take a gamble on the Clara... code PMYERSHOP expires 17th Sept. Brings it to $143.96.

For the record, I bought a Clara HD from JB HiFi last weekend. I got it for $162 and the cover for $39 after asking if they could do better than what they had on it.

[eDP]

Originally Posted by bohn

I just noticed Myer Ebay has a 20% off at the moment if anyone wants to take a gamble on the Clara... code PMYERSHOP expires 17th Sept. Brings it to $143.96.

Yes I noticed that too - I'm half tempted to try my luck and order another one.

[bohn]

Originally Posted by eDP

Yes I noticed that too - I'm half tempted to try my luck and order another one.

My mum has one - it looked pretty good, and the cover that is also a stand is nice. I haven't had a close look at it re light bleed etc, but yeah. I wouldn't mind the faster CPU and the comfort light, but other than that my Glo HD is still pretty good.