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Color Electronic Book Reader - Pocketbook Verse Pro Model

Pocketbook's Verse Colour electronic reader challenges the Kobo Clara Colour, with the former appearing to offer superior specs. The Verse Pro Colour boasts a 6-inch E INK Kaleido 3 color e-paper screen with a black-and-white resolution of 1448×1072 at 300 PPI, while the Color model offers a...

E-reader with Verse Pro Color Display from Pocketbook Brand
E-reader with Verse Pro Color Display from Pocketbook Brand

Color Electronic Book Reader - Pocketbook Verse Pro Model

The PocketBook Verse Pro Colour, the latest offering from the tech company PocketBook, is making waves in the e-reader market. This compact device, measuring 108 × 156 × 7.6 mm, boasts a sleek design with a piano black front and back platting.

One of the standout features of the Verse Pro Colour is its dual-display system. For those who prefer colour, the e-reader sports a 6-inch E INK Kaleido 3 colour e-paper display with a resolution of 536x724 and 150 PPI, offering vibrant and crisp visuals. For those who prefer a more traditional reading experience, the device also features a black and white display with a resolution of 1448x1072 and 300 PPI.

The Verse Pro Colour is equipped with a quad-core 1.8GHz processor, ensuring smooth and responsive performance. It also comes with 1GB of RAM and 16GB of internal storage, providing ample space for your digital library.

The device is designed with the reader's comfort in mind. It weighs a lightweight 182g and has a slight dip on the front and a recessed screen with no glass, making it comfortable to hold and reducing the risk of accidental screen scratches.

In terms of connectivity, the Verse Pro Colour supports dual-band WiFi, allowing users to connect to the internet for downloading books and accessing other online content. It also supports Bluetooth 5.4, enabling wireless pairing with wireless headphones and earbuds for an immersive audio experience.

The Verse Pro Colour is somewhat waterproof with an IPX8 rating, meaning it can withstand immersion in water for up to 30 minutes at a depth of 2 meters. This makes it a great companion for those who enjoy reading by the pool or at the beach.

The device also features a g-sensor for automatic screen rotation, ensuring the screen stays oriented correctly no matter how you hold it. For those who prefer manual control, the Verse Pro Colour has page-turn buttons below the screen, along with power and settings buttons.

The Verse Pro Colour's screen won't reflect light from overhead lighting or when reading outdoors in the sun, reducing eye strain and making it easier to read in various lighting conditions.

The e-reader also comes with PocketBook's Smartlight system, which provides a series of warm and cool lights that can be controlled via a slider bar. This allows readers to adjust the light to their preference, enhancing the reading experience.

For those who enjoy web surfing, the Verse Pro Colour also comes with a built-in browser, allowing users to access the internet for research or leisure.

In the competitive e-reader market, the PocketBook Verse Pro Colour holds its own, competing with the Kobo Clara Colour and other similar devices. With its dual-display system, lightweight design, and waterproof capabilities, the Verse Pro Colour is a strong contender for any avid reader's wish list.

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