Features we love on the new Kobo Libra 2 including access to audiobooks

Post & photos by Sonya Davidson

When we travelled (remember that?) I had always popped in my Kobo eReader into my carry on bag. It began as a way to lighten up my load in my travel bag. Made sense, it was a thin and more efficient way of taking my favourite beach reads without the bulk. It’s amazing how far the eReaders have come. Just when you think you’re good with what you have along comes the most recent version that offers even more flexibility and technology for your reading pleasure. Recently, the Kobo Libra 2 was introduced.

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Apple announces Magic Johnson docuseries coming to TV+

Apple TV+ today announced a new documentary event series that will chronicle the life and career of two-time NBA Hall of Famer, LA Laker great,  and cultural icon Earvin "Magic" Johnson.

A New Slate Ventures and XTR Production, the four-part docuseries will explore the remarkable accomplishments and global impact of Johnson's life, both on and off the court. From his humble beginnings in Lansing, Michigan to becoming a five-time NBA champion with the Los Angeles Lakers, he changed the conversation around HIV and transcended into a community activist and successful entrepreneur.

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Canadian Reviewer Weekly Roundup – 9/12 – 9/18

Apple brings 120Hz refresh rate to iPhone 13 Pro, Pro Max

Insomniac Games announced a standalone 'Wolverine' game 

Google Meet on the web lets you easily set background blur, visual effects 

Android 12 tipped to launch on Oct. 4 

WhatsApp tipped to add voice message transcription to iOS app 

Apple M1X MacBook Pros expected to hit shelves in 'the next several weeks' 

Time to update your iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch now 

Xiaomi's concept smart glasses have a MicroLED display 

Apple redesigns iPhone 13, iPhone 13 mini's camera array 

Apple Watch Series 7 gets a 20% bigger display area 

Apple introduces new low-cost iPad, redesigned iPad mini 

Tesla begins testing of Full Self-Driving Beta software in Canada 

Apple takes out 256GB iPhone SE model from its online store 

Samsung starts manufacturing 14-inch 90Hz OLED displays 

Here's what to expect at the first ever TUDUM Netflix Global Fan Event 

Samsung partners with the Louvre to bring its art to The Frame TVs 

Google Pixel's Hold for Me feature shows up for some Canadian Pixel owners 

Here's what to expect at the first ever TUDUM Netflix Global Fan Event

On September 25, 145 of the world's biggest stars and creators  — representing over 70 series, films and specials — will join the virtual stage for this exciting day full of Netflix exclusives and first looks.  Featured throughout the three-hour TUDUM event — including some of the streaming service's most popular returning seasons like Stranger Things, Bridgerton and The Witcher, to La Casa De Papel and Cobra Kai, as well as blockbuster films like Red Notice, Don’t Look Up, Extraction, The Harder They Fall, The Old Guard and more.

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