The Kobo Elipsa 2E stands out as a compelling choice for students. As the back-to-school season approaches, students and educators alike are on the lookout for tech gadgets that can make the upcoming academic year a smoother experience. Let’s explore how the Kobo Elipsa 2E is an ideal companion for school, especially in terms of reading and writing functionalities. I’ll also add a few reflections on the subject by the great Canadian writer, my favourite writer in fact, Robertson Davies from his famous lectures appropriately titles, “Reading” and “Writing.” Read this blog article, then follow the directions below for a chance to win a Kobo Elipsa 2E.
Kobo Elipsa 2E: reading and writing just got easier
The Kobo Elipsa 2E isn’t just another e-reader; it’s an all-in-one digital notebook that allows you to read, annotate, and write, all with the flick of a stylus. Its sleek design and large 10.3-inch E Ink display make it easy on the eyes, ensuring a comfortable reading experience for prolonged periods. It includes all of the features that we have come to love about Kobo ereaders and more. To learn more about its features, read the detailed, honest review by Ted Kritsonis on the blog. Let’s explore its two main functions, reading and writing, in a bit more depth in the next two sections.
Reading with the Kobo Elipsa 2E
A Vast Library
With access to over 6 million titles easily downloadable from the Kobo store and millions more that you can quickly and easily “borrow” from your local library, from academic textbooks to bestselling novels, the Kobo Elipsa 2E ensures that you’ll never run out of reading material. Moreover, the device can support various file formats, such as PDF, EPUB, and more, making it a versatile choice for students.
Annotations and Highlights
The Kobo Elipsa 2 lets you annotate and highlight texts as you read, which can be especially useful for academic reading. The stylus offers a pen-like experience, so you can jot down notes in the margins, underline important sentences, and bookmark pages for quick access later.
Robertson Davies on Reading
Renowned Canadian novelist Robertson Davies discusses the essence of reading in his famous essay on the subject. According to Davies, reading is not merely the act of decoding words on a page but a process of deep engagement and contemplation. Contrary to what you might think, Davies doesn’t just advise reading the classics. No, he advise we read old and new, deep and not so deep. Importantly, he suggests you read slowly and re-read the works that speak to you with “special intimacy.” I agree with him that, “Nobody ever reads the same book twice.” Each time I’ve read his “Rebel Angels” or “What’s Bred in the Bone” or “Fifth Business” I was a different person, and, the book was quite different for the new me.
Writing with the Kobo Elipsa 2
Seamless Digital Notebook
Writing is an essential skill for students, and the Kobo Elipsa 2E’s digital notebook feature makes this activity effortless. Whether you’re jotting down lecture notes or brainstorming ideas for your next assignment, the Kobo Elipsa 2E is as versatile as a traditional notebook, but without the bulk.
Convert Handwritten Notes
One of the most innovative features of the Kobo Elipsa 2E is its ability to convert handwritten notes to typed text, making it easier for you to organize and search your notes later on.
Robertson Davies on Writing
Robertson Davies also provides unique insight into “Writing.” According to him, writing is a form of self-exploration and a way to articulate complex thoughts and emotions. He spends a good deal of this essay discussing his responses to common questions mailed to him. One of my favourites is his answer to the question, “Where do you get your ideas from?” His answer: “I don’t get ideas, they get me.” I have found that too: ideas take over your thoughts and that can happen at any hour. Make the Kobo Elipsa 2E your constant companion and you will be prepared to jot down those ideas when they appear before your mind’s eye—and they’ll be yours forever.
The Kobo Elipsa 2E is an exceptional tool for reading and writing, aligning well with the principles laid out by Robertson Davies. As you prepare for the upcoming school year, consider making the Kobo Elipsa 2E your go-to device for all your academic needs.
How to enter
Entering this contest is easy and you can enter in two different ways:
- In a comment below: tell us the name of a book (title and author) you would like to re-read using the Kobo Elipsa 2E and how this device will help you get more from that book than you ever have in the past.
- In the comment below the review article, tell us which two features discussed by Ted would help you the most if you had this device while going to school.
What you can win
At the end of the contest, we will randomly select one winner from all eligible entries to receive a new Kobo Elipsa E2.
This contest runs from August 24th to Sept 7th.
Remember you can enter up to two times as mentioned above. If you’re convinced that the Kobo Elipsa 2 is the right fit for your academic journey, don’t miss the chance to win one. Tell your family and friends to help you win by entering too.
Win a Kobo Elipsa 2E ereader Rules and Regulations
Good luck.
This contest is now closed. We will draw the winners soon in accordance with the rules. Return to the blog often to read great articles, learn about the latest technology, and to enter more contests. You never know when we’ll be doing another amazing giveaway!
I am happy to announce the winner(s) of this contest:
Loretta K – Saskatoon, SK
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I would like to read Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus by John Gray on the new Kobo Elipsa 2
I would reread The Great Gatsby as I could take notes and keep track of story lines better.
I would use my new Kobo Elipsa 2E to re-read Catcher in the Rye by J.D.Salinger.
This time I could make margin notes and highlight passages … things I couldn’t
do when I was using my high school paperback copy!
lord of the flies by william golding, i like to reread books from my youth
I would love to re-read Steven King’s Needful Things using the Kobo Elipsa 2E. I think the device would help me get more from the book than I had in the past because I wouldn’t be usually struggling to see with a night light before bed!
The Way I Heard It – Mike Rowe. great book!
A Clockwork Orange
writer Anthony Burgess
I could highlight all the Nadsat words. LoL
Definitely Harry Potter series by J. K Rowling on the the Kobo Elipsa 2E. The built-in dictionary will remind me the days that I read the series with a paper dictionary when I first came to Canada and make me realize that how technology improves our quality of life!
I would re read the catcher in the rye
I would like to read Gone with the Wind by Margaret Mitchell. It is a think book. But with the Kobo, I would not feel the weight of the book and physically see how many pages left to read.
I’d like to re-read “The Great Gatsby” by F. Scott Fitzgerald on the Kobo Elipsa 2E. This device’s larger screen, note-taking, and built-in dictionary will help me gain a deeper understanding of the novel’s themes and prose, making my re-reading more insightful and enjoyable.
I would love to read Holly by Stephen King on the new Kobo Elipsa 2 – good luck all!
I’d love to read Glimmer by Kimberly Shannon Murphy on this e reader! The book would be much better to read this way because the tablet is compact and better for the environment than paper books so that’s a big reason I’ve been wanting an e reader! Thank you
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