Kobo makes a splash with the new Aura H20

Text and photos by Sonya Davidson

Kobo is about to make waves with the newest addition to the eReader category. At a splashy pool party last night, the company unveiled KOBO AURA H20 - the world's first waterproof eReader. Available starting October 1, this new E Ink eReader will enable passionate readers to take their devices not only on the bus or in bed, but also to the pool and in the bath. 

Kobo wants to create the perfect reading experience for the reader so they can read more and read anywhere.

They followed and understood their readers but knew 'read anywhere' still had limits. "We began to hear stories from readers telling us their tales of vacation heartbreak, tears on patios and decks, stories of ziploc bags and make shift wrappings on smart phones gone for good and bags of rice," said Michael Tamblyn, President and Chief Content Officer, Kobo. "Our best customers, the ones who love books the most, were telling us there were places where eBooks couldn't go, but that changes today."

The Kobo Aura H20 is IP67 certified making the eReader waterproof up to 30 minutes in 1 metre of water (port cover closed). So, no more worrying if it's accidently dropped in the water or splashed! This new eReader also offers: anti-glare displays and built-in front light technology, HD display, and ample storage, customizable fonts. The new eReader offers a 6.8" touchscreen, 265 dpi and has 4GB of storage (expandable up to 32 GB wth a microSD card) and battery life of up to 2 months.

Kobo Aura H20 will be available October 1, 2014. (pre-orders September 1) MSRP $179.99 (US & Canada)