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PocketBook Aqua

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3 stars
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5 editorial reviews
Last week PocketBook announced their first waterproof and dustproof ebook reader, the PocketBook Aqua. It's going to be released in Russia in a few weeks for the equivalent of about $200. The first video review for the Aqua has already turned up on YouTube. The review is in Ukrainian but it gives a closer lookRead more
Earlier this year PocketBook announced that they would be releasing a waterproof and dustproof ebook reader called the PocketBook Aqua. PocketBook plans toRead more
Pocketbook recognizes that many people take their e-readers to the pool, beach or on vacation. Standard e-readers have lots of open ports, that water or sand can easily destroy the reader. In order to remedy this situation the Ukrainian based company will be releasing the Pocketbook Aqua this March. The PocketBook Aqua is protected by IP57 certification, which means that the device is protected against dust and for 30 minutes at one meter of water is dense. This will basically allow you to read it in the bathtub or scuba diving! The device itself features a six inch e-Ink PearlRead more
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Pros

  • The firmware will be constantly improved
  • A wonderfully warm and heartfelt debut from a stunning new
  • The manufacture of the device is interesting

Cons

  • The device gets buried in a pile of sand and submerged underwater
  • it could have microSD behind a sealed door or
  • rendering sites in a browser

Key specs

  • 4GB
  • 170 g
  • yes
  • 6 in
  • E Ink Pearl
  • 600, 800 px
  • 16

PocketBook Aqua - Pros & Cons

PocketBook Aqua

Pros

  • The firmware will be constantly improved
  • A wonderfully warm and heartfelt debut from a stunning new
  • The manufacture of the device is interesting
  • greatest feature set and possibilities at enough attractive price
  • very Linux
  • is quite convenient

Cons

  • The device gets buried in a pile of sand and submerged underwater
  • it could have microSD behind a sealed door or
  • rendering sites in a browser
  • doesn't use the latest Carta screens or even a high resolution screen
  • to thumb through the right hand
  • the joystick are located from below that is not always convenient
  • Poor equipment
  • light yellow or orange with a huge number of steps
  • You are using an outdated browser
  • lack of a microSD slot
  • PocketBook persistently uses Linux in its readers

PocketBook - Video Reviews (9)

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PocketBook Aqua - Full Specifications

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Display
Touchscreenyes
ColourN
Screen size6.0 in
Screen technologyE Ink Pearl
Screen resolution600 x 800 px
Pixel density166.0 ppi
Shades of grey16
Aspect ratio3:4
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Design
Colour of productNavy
Housing materialPlastic
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Audio properties
Speakersno
Supported audio formatsNot supported
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Connectivity
Wi-Fiyes
Wi-Fi standards
  • 802.11b
  • 802.11g
  • Wi-Fi 4
Headphone outno
Bluetoothno
USByes
USB versionUSB 2.0
USB typeMicro-USB A
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Technical details
Supported book file formats
  • CHM
  • DJVU
  • DOC
  • DOCX
  • EPUB
  • FB2
  • FB2.ZIP
  • HTML
  • PDF
  • PRC
  • RTF
  • TCR
  • TXT
Supported image formats
  • BMP
  • JPG
  • PNG
  • TIF
Supported video formatsNot supported
Memory size4GB
Memory card readerno
Compatible memory cards
microSD
Maximum memory card size32
Processor speed1000.0 MHz
RAM size256.0 mB
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Dimensions
Height0.35 in
Width4.51 in
Depth6.87 in
Weight6.0 oz
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Features
Operating systemLinux
Input methodMulti-touch
Qwerty keyboard (buttons)no
Rotatingyes
Adjustable textyes
Built-In dictionaryyes
Calendaryes
Web browsingyes
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Battery
Battery capacity1300.0 mAh
Battery type
Lithium-Ion
Battery life720.0 h
Battery life (page views)8000
Battery voltage3.7 V

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PocketBook Aqua PocketBook - Editorial Reviews (5)

PocketBook Aqua Video Review of PocketBook Aqua (Ukrainian) | The eBook Reader Blog
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The eBook Reader Blog | The eBook Reader Blog keeps you updated on the latest ereader and tablet news, reviews, and tutorials.
Published: 29.05.2014
Video Review of PocketBook Aqua (Ukrainian) | The eBook Reader Blog

Last week PocketBook announced their first waterproof and dustproof ebook reader, the PocketBook Aqua. It's going to be released in Russia in a few weeks for the equivalent of about $200. The first video review for the Aqua has already turned up on YouTube. The review is in Ukrainian but it gives a closer look

PocketBook Aqua PocketBook Aqua 640: Waterproof and Dustproof eBook Reader (Video) | The eBook Reader Blog
The eBook Reader Blog | The eBook Reader Blog keeps you updated on the latest ereader and tablet news, reviews, and tutorials. logo
The eBook Reader Blog | The eBook Reader Blog keeps you updated on the latest ereader and tablet news, reviews, and tutorials.
Published: 23.05.2014
PocketBook Aqua 640: Waterproof and Dustproof eBook Reader (Video) | The eBook Reader Blog

Earlier this year PocketBook announced that they would be releasing a waterproof and dustproof ebook reader called the PocketBook Aqua. PocketBook plans to

PocketBook Aqua New PocketBook Aqua Might be a Good Vacation e-Reader
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Published: 27.02.2014
New PocketBook Aqua Might be a Good Vacation e-Reader

Pocketbook recognizes that many people take their e-readers to the pool, beach or on vacation. Standard e-readers have lots of open ports, that water or sand can easily destroy the reader. In order to remedy this situation the Ukrainian based company will be releasing the Pocketbook Aqua this March. The PocketBook Aqua is protected by IP57 certification, which means that the device is protected against dust and for 30 minutes at one meter of water is dense. This will basically allow you to read it in the bathtub or scuba diving! The device itself features a six inch e-Ink Pearl

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