New features compared to Kaleido 3
-doubled the colour space
-50% increase in contrast
-15% increase in white reflectivity
-smaller grain
-up to 18fps

First device with Kaleido 4 looks to be the Hanwon M10C Gen2 also announced today. No release date yet. Photos and screen caps from Rednote and Hanwon’s livestream

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I accidentally got two of these, and they're so low-cost I decided to give one away through my site here. Posting here because I know people have questions about it and want to try it.

An important note: This is done through an email newsletter giveaway. I want to be clear about that because I love this community and engaging with it, and I don't ever want to post or share something that smells fishy, email is just how I communicate with my community. Please don't feel pressured to do so, I just thought this is one place people might be interested in getting a Sticky :-)

I tried so many times to get into KOReader because, on paper, I should have absolutely loved it. I love modding my devices, personalizing them, and having all the good features I like.

But... tbh, I was superficial. I let the rather bad looks deceive me. I judged a book by its cover. Literally. I never fell in love. Until now.

I love how the community has made it so satisfying to mod, with all the plugins and patches. Huge thanks to the developers and everyone contributing to the project, because it was already amazing before but now is amazing FOR ME.

I finally got rid of the extra-complicated menu that I honestly don't want on my way all the time while reading, and can edit my fonts from a single menu page. I'm spoiled, I know lol. There's X-Ray! And you can customize your library! And you can sync all your e-readers, including my Kindle Oasis, my Kobo Clara color and even the X4 with Crosspoint. I know you could do that before, but the UI was too ugly for me. I'm sorry. 😔 Apparently, I'm a terrible person and a UI snob.

Now I feel like I have the beautiful look and library organization of Kobo Nickel, plus most of Kindle's most interesting features, and underneath it all, the awesome power machine that is KOReader.

So yeah, apparently all KOReader needed was for it to stop being ugly and for me to give it a(nother) chance. Better late than never, I guess.

Really thank you to everyone that put their time on this amazing project from the beginning, and to everyone that finally made it enjoyable for me.

Realmente me gusta mucho leer, le dedico unas dos horas diarias como mínimo a la lectura, y los temas que más me gustan son: ciencia, autoayuda, fantasía y ciencia ficción.

A principios de año tenía planeado solo tener un eReader, mi Kobo, pero hace poco se presentó la oportunidad de ver un Kindle Paperwhite que me lo vendieron muy barato con un solo mes de uso y aproveché la oferta, asi que lo compré, y apenas el lunes salió otra oportunidad con el Kindle básico en color azul que también salió muy barato.

En casa leo libros fisicos, nada mejor que sentir las hojas y leer ediciones especiales si el libro me gusta bastante.

Los eReaders los uso como un filtro, primero consigo el libro por ahi, si realmente me gusta el libro y considero que necesita ser releído entonces lo compro en físico para leerlo en casa.

El Kindle básico lo uso para llevarlo a todos lados, como es pantalla de seis pulgadas es comodo para llevarlo en la mochila, y en casa leo con el Kindle Paperwhite ya con pantalla un poco mas grande y letra más grande o cuando se que voy a salir con mochila mas grande me lo llevo.

El Kobo lo uso en casa también pero cuando necesito estudiar libros de ciencia ya que puedo escribir con su pluma y subrayar.

Para revistas uso el iPad con ayuda de suscripciones a Muy Interesante, Nat Geo y Enigmas de la historia, ya que en México las revistas físicas han sido mas difíciles de conseguir porque los puestos de revistas están muy escasos al menos en donde vivo.

Pero como es demasiada información uso una libreta que se ve en la izquierda y ahi anoto lo mas importante de lo que he leido y que me puede servir.

En la pequeña libreta anoto ideas que de pronto se me vienen a la cabeza para planes futuros.

I've been looking for a larger screen (10-11 inch) color reader for reading regular books, comics, manga, magazines... basically anything. I'd really like to cut down my regular screen time. I'll likely use Libby a lot, perhaps Hoopla and other apps if possible.

It seems the Air 6C and Colorsoft Scribe fit my needs the most, even though I really don't even need the note taking abilities at all. How is everyone's experience with these? The Air 6C seems appealing for the open ecosystem, but the Scribe is also appealing for the straightforward nature and brand reputation.

Does either really excel for reading purposes, or is there another I should be looking at?

The edges aren’t as smooth as I wanted, but still cute enough for me

Hello fellow e-readers! I am selling my hardly used Palma 2 (with case). I currently use my iPad mini to read books (and a kinda dusty Kindle). Hoping to recoup costs from the Palma 2.

Ideally pay through PayPal. Shipping costs included and can provide tracking information. Prefer shipping in the USA but can be open to other countries (I just need to research on how to do that more concretely).

Attached are some pictures but can provide more pictures upon request.

Happy Thursday!

I recently bought this little lamp for night reading and it’s been a game changer when it comes to reading at night. It’s so much easier on the eyes and allows me to set the brightness on my Kindle at low level. It’s super flexible, has three different warmths and brightness is adjustable. I love it.

Hey everyone!

I've had a Kindle Paperwhite for about 2 years now and absolutely love it. However, I've been seeing a lot of ads for the Xteink lately, and I'm starting to wonder if I should get one too.

The biggest selling point for me is definitely its size and portability.

I rarely bring my Kindle with me when I'm out and about, simply because it doesn't fit in my everyday bag. I usually carry a small crossbody that barely fits my phone, keys, and wallet, so my Kindle mostly gets used at home or at the beach when I'm on vacation.

The Xteink, on the other hand, looks small enough to carry everywhere. I love the idea of pulling it out on the bus or whenever I have a few minutes to spare and getting some reading done instead of doom scrolling on my phone. I am looking at the x4 pro model, as it has the backlight option, which I love on my Kindle as well

My biggest concern is switching between the two devices. If I'm reading a book on my Kindle at home and want to continue on the Xteink while commuting, there's no way to sync my reading progress between them, right? How do you guys deal with that?

As for getting books onto the device, that's not really an issue for me. I already sideload most of my books onto my Kindle anyway. I live outside the US and EU, so I usually just find an EPUB file and use Send to Kindle or email it directly to my device. I don't use any library apps like Libby, Kindle Unlimited, or the Kindle Store, so I'm not too concerned about losing access to those features.

So, for those of you who own both a Kindle and an Xteink, do you actually find yourselves using both? Or does one end up collecting dust?

Would love to hear your experiences and whether you think it's worth getting one as a second portable e-reader!

Can anyone that has either of these devices show me what they look like in darkmode? I’m debating between these two and I think it will come down to which has a better quality darkmode.

Also for those that have both can you tell me which one you prefer? I like the look of the Obook 5 and the fact it has a usb-c charging port. However the X4 Pro is the only one that I can find a protective case for. Thanks :)

Hi everyone!

I’m looking for a large color e-reader for reading and note-taking, and I'm torn between a few options or totally open to other suggestions.

My key needs are :

- a large color screen

- less screen lag ( I suffer from migraines and need something very eye-friendly)

- something very strong (with a good contact if i have any issue), i will use it for going to uni everyday

For context, I previously tested the Kobo Libra Colour and loved how it felt to write on, but I need a larger size (and in color) but i didn't test anything else cause i'm in french

I was looking at the Boox Note Air 6 C (noticing it has poor ratings on Amazon France, around 2.7/5) which i love that its in android BUT i read a lot of bad things about durability and contact ... and the Kindle Scribe Colorsoft

What would you recommend for my needs? If you know an other e ink tablet ofc you can tell me !!

Tysm <3

Hi hi,

Looking to get some kind of e-reader as I don’t have anymore space for books currently.

I am using my phone to read books and manga aswell so was wondering what would be the best 7” device for both.

I’m not fussed if it’s android or kindle but if you have any ideas of the best way to get the mangas and books if there on android and on kindle?

Any help is appreciated!!

Thank you

I’ve lost my beloved kindle oasis and now I’m looking for another e-reader. Kobo Libra Color peaked my interest so I really want know if it’s a better option for me, who always had a kindle and knows anything else.

I don’t know if it would work normally for me, ‘cause Kobo does not have an official store in my country and I would have to buy internationally.

Would love to know from the ones who own one!

Just throwing this option out there for anyone wanting full access on the go to their entire kindle library or a true fully portable option…

Loving my Viwoods Aipaper Reader, which is the same size as my iPhone 17 pro max. It’s an android based device so you can use any reader app (koreader, etc) in the google play store. But you can use the kindle app as well. Love the quality. It’s so lightweight and fits even in a small clutch purse or any pocket.

Hi! I’m going to be a bit fussy but wondering if there’s a device I haven’t considered please.

I currently read on my iPhone via kindle app, I love the brightness/sharp lit screen, and the clear ‘page turning’. Don’t much care for how the app is organised, but I have a lot of kindle books, and a small amount in Apple Books which I’m reasonably indifferent to. Every now and then I buy a month of kindle unlimited too.

I’d really like an e-reader for ‘focused’ reading. I really dislike warm dim screens, and the ‘flash’ refresh the e ink displays do. Which I appreciate must be all the screens.

I love the size of the kindle basic 6”, so debated that - with the page turning option on, I was wondering how much closer it sits to how the kindle app functions (I understand it wont be the same!). I would prefer colour for book covers etc, so was also considering the kobo clara colour as it’s also very pretty, but I’m guessing as I’m quite immersed in kindle it’s basically pointless?

Are there any other suggestions please?

So Kaleido 4 was revealed and I was thinking should I buy the 6c or wait for a Kaleido 4 device?

Hi! Sobrang gusto ko ng ereader since 2018. Pero diko ba alam dahil sa hirap ng buhay lagi di natutuloy. Pag wala akong pera sinasabi ko mag iipon ako. Pag may hawak naman akong pera kundi mapupunta sa expenses is nag-o-overthink ako na baka bigla ko kailanganin since yun lang extra ko. Alam ko iba sainyo nararamdaman din ito. Ngayon 25 nako di parin ako makabili dahil sobrang baba ng sahod ko at daming bayarin dahil solo living ako at naka apartment.

Ngayon may sobra akong 3K and ilang araw nako naghahanap ng second hand na kakasya sa 3K haha. Meron kasi ako nakita old version or second hand kaso asa 4K+ and di afford ng extra money ko. Baka may suggestions kayo saan makakabili sa Philippines ng second hand na pasok sa 3K. Thank you so much!

Hello, did someone tried to use the Kobo pen with the Tolino Vision Color? I am struggling to buy the Tolino pen since I don’t live in Germany.

Any experience can help. Thanks

This has pretty much been my ereader journey, i loved my libra h2o and still regret selling it for the color, the screen door affect on the color drove me nuts so i sold it for the kindle pw 2024. Absolutely loved the crisp text however i started to find it a bit bulky to carry around so tried the boox palma 2. I loved the freedom of it being an android device but it sometimes felt a bit laggy and text was not as crisp as the kindles. So fast forward to present i bought the new kindle basic in the new aluminum sky, loving the premium feel with the same crisp text again packaged in the perfect 6 inch size. I know a lot of people are anti-amazon and I get it, but the hardware with the flush screen and crisp text i just keep coming back to and I think i’ll be keeping this one for a long time.

My Question is...

Is there an e-reader that supports Share/CloudLibrary? Is there a way to get Share/Cloud library books on an ereader? Kobo is preferred but not necessary. I am looking to get a different e-reader.

What do you use, what is your go to case?

I found it in the book store today and Seriously guys when did we start using tiktok rambling as a real theorys or a sours of knowledge?!!😭😂😂

First of all: I’m NOT asking about pirating. I’m asking about legal ways to get books to my device.

I am ereader-curious (?) and would love some advice on different ways to get access to books. I have concidered Kobo, since amazon is not widely supported here. To be honest I’m not used to spending a lot of money on books, I typically go to the library or buy used. So what I’m asking is if there is any affordable ways to get access to ereader books, similar to buying used paperbacks or library books. The only option I know about is libby.

I hope my English is understandable. Thank you for all hacks, advice and encouragements.