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Kobo Arc

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Kobo Arc
DeveloperKobo Inc.
TypeTablet computer
Generation2nd
ReleasedNovember 2012; 13 years ago (2012-11)
Introductory price
16 GiB $199.99 CAD, 32 GiB $249.99 CAD, 64 GiB $299.99 CAD
Android 4.1 Jelly Bean
CPU1.5 GHz dual-core processor
Display7" IPS display, 1280×800 HD resolution; 215 ppi; displays 16 million colours; clarity at extra wide viewing angles (+/−) 89 degrees
SoundBuilt-in dual front-facing speakers and universal 3.5 mm stereo headphone jack with SRS TruMedia™ sound
Camera720p HD front-facing camera (1.3 MP)
ConnectivityMicro USB 2.0 (type B) WiFi 802.11 b/g/n
Dimensions189 mm (7.4 in) H
120 mm (4.7 in) W
11.5 mm (0.45 in) D
Weight364 g (12.8 oz)
PredecessorKobo Vox
Websitewww.kobo.com/koboarc

The Kobo Arc, a 7-inch tablet originally ran on Android 4.0.4 Ice Cream Sandwich and running on Android 4.1 Jelly Bean, is manufactured by Kobo Inc. It was released in November 2012.[1] The tablet has access to Google Play applications.

The 2013 refresh of the Kobo Arc HD includes 7-inch and 10-inch versions. All use Android 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean). The Arc 10HD has 2560×1600 resolution, Tegra 4 quad-core processor 1.8 GHz, 1.3 MP front camera, two speakers, 2 GB of RAM, 16 GB of storage, Bluetooth 4.0 and Miracast. The Arc 7HD has 1920×1200 resolution, Tegra 3 at 1.7 GHz, a 1.3 MP front camera, 1 GiB of RAM, and either 16 or 32 GiB of storage.[2] The Arc 7 is a 7-inch tablet with a 1024×600 resolution.

History

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2nd Generation

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In August 2013, Kobo unveiled three additional Kobo Arc tablets. These were the Kobo Arc 10HD, Kobo Arc 7HD, and Kobo Arc 7. The Kobo Arc 10HD is a 10.1-inch tablet with 2560×1600 resolution, while Kobo Arc 7HD is a 7-inch tablet with 1920×1200 resolution, and Kobo Arc 7 is a 7-inch tablet with a 1024×600 resolution.[citation needed]

Specs

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FeaturesDescription
Available ColorsBlack & white
Wireless ConnectivityWiFi 802.11 b/g/n and Micro USB
AudioBuilt-in dual front-facing speakers and universal 3.5 mm stereo headphone jack with SRS TruMedia™ sound
Device Size189×120 mm
Device Depth11.5 mm
Weight364 grams
Diagonal Display Size7 inches (180 mm) IPS Display
Screen Qualities1280×800 HD resolution; 215 ppi; displays 16 million colours; clarity at extra wide viewing angles (+/−) 89 degrees
NavigationHome, Back and Menu touch sensors, Power and Volume buttons
Processor1.5 GHz dual-core processor: TI OMAP 4470; 1 GB RAM
Operating SystemOpen access to Android Jelly Bean 4.1
Storage16, 32, or 64 GB models
Battery Life10 hours of reading; 2+ weeks of standby
ContentNearly 3 million books
Social ReadingReading Life, Kobo Pulse, Facebook Timeline
FontsTypeGenius, font-tuning engine designed for the best readability. Choice of 7 font styles, 24 font sizes and new with Kobo Arc, adjustable font sizes and weight.
Advanced FeaturesWireless display capability to stream multimedia content to your TV with a compatible WiFi Direct A/V adaptor. Android customization features such as resizable widgets and face unlock. SRS TruMedia™ sound specifically tuned for tablets.
SoftwareTapestries – Kobo's exclusive interface for easy content discovery
Supported File FormatsBooks: ePUB, including fixed layout and enhanced ePUB.
Images: JPG, PNG, GIF, BMP
Audio: MP3, AAC, 3GP, MP4, M4A, FLAC, OGG, WAV, MID.
Video Formats: 3GP, MP4, WebM
Web BrowsingAndroid web browser
MediaMusic Player, Photo Gallery, Video Player
Pre-loaded AppsFacebook, Twitter and Skype. Stream music from Rdio, access your magazines and newspapers through Zinio and PressReader.

Google apps: Google Play, Gmail, YouTube, Google Maps, StreetView, Calendar, Contacts, Google+ and Google Chat.

See also

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References

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  1. "Welcome the New Kobo Family of Devices – An eReader for Everyone!" (Web log). Toronto: Kobo. 6 September 2012. Archived from the original on 10 September 2012. Retrieved 6 September 2012.
  2. "Kobo revamps eReader & tablet lines", The Register, UK, 28 August 2013.
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  • Arc (product site), Kobo.