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Kobo Clara BW eReader with 6-inch E Ink Display %u2013 Black

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The Kobo Clara BW is a compact black-and-white eReader built around a 6-inch glare-free E Ink Carta 1300 HD touchscreen, 16GB storage, adjustable ComfortLight PRO and IPX8 waterproofing. Its 1500mAh battery can provide up to 53 days under Kobo's stated test conditions, while dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and USB-C support make it suitable for personal, educational, library and managed reading deployments. R

OVERVIEW

  • Kobo Clara BW is a 6-inch black-and-white E Ink eReader positioned as a compact Clara-series reading device with 16GB storage, waterproofing and ComfortLight PRO. Compatibility: Supports native EPUB, EPUB3, PDF, MOBI and other listed formats, plus Kobo Audiobooks in supported countries. Model comparison: Clara BW uses monochrome E Ink Carta 1300; Clara Colour adds color E Ink.

USE CASES

  • Corporate digital reading and reference libraries
  • Employee training and professional development content
  • Educational reading programs
  • School and institutional lending programs
  • Library eBook borrowing with supported services
  • Portable technical documentation and manuals
  • Travel and field reading where low power consumption matters
  • Personal and professional eBook libraries
  • Long-duration reading away from charging points

KEY FEATURES

  • 6-inch E Ink Carta 1300 HD touchscreen - Provides a glare-free, paper-like monochrome reading surface with 1448 × 1072 resolution for clear text. 
  • 16GB internal storage - Provides capacity for up to 12,000 eBooks or 75 Kobo Audiobooks according to Kobo's estimates, reducing the need for frequent content management. 
  • ComfortLight PRO - Adjustable brightness and color temperature lets users adapt front lighting to different reading environments.
  • Dark Mode - Provides an alternative display mode for users who prefer a darker reading interface. 
  • IPX8 waterproofing - Rated for up to 60 minutes in up to 2 meters of water, adding protection against specified water exposure. 
  • 1500mAh battery - Kobo rates battery life at up to 53 days under specified test conditions, supporting extended use between charges. 
  • Dual-band Wi-Fi - Supports 802.11 ac/b/g/n on 2.4GHz and 5GHz networks for wireless connectivity.
  • Bluetooth wireless technology - Enables supported Kobo audiobook playback through compatible Bluetooth headphones or speakers. 
  • USB-C connectivity - Provides a current-generation wired connection for charging and device connectivity.
  • Broad native format support - Supports 15 listed file formats, including EPUB, EPUB3, PDF, MOBI, JPEG, PNG, TXT, HTML, RTF, CBZ and CBR, improving content flexibility. 
  • Compact 174g design - Keeps the device lightweight for mobile reading and distributed-use environments. 

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

  • Brand: Kobo
  • Product: Kobo Clara BW
  • Model Numbers: N365 / N365B / P365
  • Product Type: eReader
  • Color: Black
  • Display: 6-inch glare-free E Ink Carta 1300 HD touchscreen
  • Resolution: 1448 × 1072
  • Display Mode: Dark Mode supported
  • Storage: 16GB
  • Processor: 1.0GHz
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi 802.11 ac/b/g/n, Bluetooth, USB-C
  • Wi-Fi Bands: 2.4GHz and 5GHz
  • Battery: 1500mAh
  • Battery Rating: Up to 53 days under Kobo's specified test conditions
  • Front Light: ComfortLight PRO
  • Font Customization: 13 fonts and 50+ font styles
  • Waterproof Rating: IPX8
  • Water Protection: Up to 60 minutes in up to 2m of water
  • Dimensions: 112 × 160 × 9.2mm
  • Native File Formats: EPUB, EPUB3, FlePub, PDF, MOBI, JPEG, GIF, PNG, BMP, TIFF, TXT, HTML, RTF, CBZ, CBR
  • Audiobooks: Kobo Audiobooks; availability varies by country
  • Compatibility: Native listed formats; supported Kobo ecosystem
  • Charging/Data Port: USB-C

Why Choose This Product?

  • Text-first E Ink experience - The monochrome Carta 1300 HD display is purpose-built for focused reading rather than general-purpose tablet use.
  • 16GB capacity - Provides substantial onboard space for large digital reading libraries.
  • Extended battery operation - Kobo's stated battery rating supports deployments where frequent charging is inconvenient. 
  • Water-resistant design - IPX8 protection adds resilience for reading environments exposed to specified water conditions.
  • Flexible content support - Native support for 15 file formats reduces dependence on a single document format.
  • Wireless connectivity - Dual-band Wi-Fi and Bluetooth support simplify content access and compatible audiobook use.
  • Portable deployment - At 174g and 9.2mm thick, the Clara BW is practical for mobile users and distributed device programs.
  • Clear model differentiation - Buyers seeking color content can consider Clara Colour, while Clara BW specifically targets monochrome reading with E Ink Carta 1300 HD.

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