Kobo Aura HD Is a High-Res Kindle Killer

Kobo has upped the ante when it comes to high-resolution e-readers. Its latest device, the Kobo Aura HD, has a 6.8-inch, 265 PPI screen — the highest resolution 6.8-inch e-ink screen around

With a 1440x1080 pixel resolution, Aura HD's screen compares favorably to, say, Kindle Paperwhite, which has a 6-inch, 212 PPI, 758×1024 pixel display.

The numbers do matter. When Apple first launched the retina screen with its iPhone, other manufacturers raced to reach and surpass its resolution. Now, with 400 PPI+ displays being the standard for high-end smartphones, users are enjoying crystal-clear images and perfectly rendered letters Read more...