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    "title": "The wait is over: Rakuten Kobo delivers hands-free reading with Kobo Remote",
    "modified_at": "2025-12-02 08:00:02",
    "published_at": "2025-12-02 08:00:00",
    "url": "https://rakuten-kobo.prezly.com/the-wait-is-over-rakuten-kobo-delivers-hands-free-reading-with-kobo-remote",
    "short_url": "http://prez.ly/qf2d",
    "culture": "en",
    "language": "EN",
    "subtitle": "Now available online and in-stores",
    "slug": "the-wait-is-over-rakuten-kobo-delivers-hands-free-reading-with-kobo-remote",
    "body": "<p><strong>TORONTO, ON &ndash; December 2, 2025 </strong>&ndash; <a href=\"https://www.kobo.com/\"><u>Rakuten Kobo</u></a>, a global leader in digital reading, today officially launches <a href=\"https://www.kobo.com/remote\"><u>Kobo Remote</u>.</a> Expertly designed for Kobo eReaders, Kobo Remote is a must-have accessory for cozy readers everywhere and ideal holiday gift for blanket-bound Kobo readers, offering the ultimate in minimal-movement reading&nbsp; control. Kobo Remote allows booklovers to get lost in their stories without ever lifting a finger &ndash; simply turning pages with an easy click.&nbsp;</p><p>&ldquo;We know that true reading comfort often means finding your perfect nest &ndash; whether that&#039;s burrowed under blankets at home or lounging by a sun-drenched beach,&rdquo; said Michael Tamblyn, CEO, Rakuten Kobo. &ldquo;The excitement from readers following our initial announcement was palpable, especially because the idea came from our customers and how they like to read. They want the act of reading even more comfortable, cozy, and ultimately, more enjoyable.&nbsp; We want the same thing: making it easy for booklovers to sink deeper into the worlds they love without a single physical distraction.&rdquo;</p><p><strong>Effortless Control, Uninterrupted Immersion&nbsp;</strong></p><p>Kobo Remote is the only remote specifically engineered for Kobo eReaders, ensuring perfect compatibility and a truly seamless experience. Available in Black and White, its intuitive controls allow readers to page forward or back to stay immersed in their narrative.&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Key Features of the Kobo Remote Include:</strong></p><ul class=\"release-content-list release-content-list--bulleted release-content-list--align-inherit\"><li><span><strong>Exclusive Kobo Compatibility:</strong> Designed to perfectly complement your Kobo eReader, unlock uninterrupted reading with the only remote made for Kobo devices. Compatible with all Bluetooth&reg;-enabled Kobo eReaders, including <a href=\"https://ca.kobobooks.com/products/kobo-libra-colour\"><u>Kobo Libra Colour</u></a>, <a href=\"https://ca.kobobooks.com/products/kobo-clara-colour\"><u>Kobo Clara Colour</u></a>, <a href=\"https://ca.kobobooks.com/products/kobo-clara-bw\"><u>Kobo Clara BW</u></a>, <a href=\"https://ca.kobobooks.com/products/kobo-sage\"><u>Kobo Sage</u></a>, <a href=\"https://ca.kobobooks.com/products/kobo-elipsa-2e\"><u>Kobo Elipsa 2E</u></a>, Kobo Clara 2E, Kobo Libra 2 and Kobo Elipsa.&nbsp;</span></li><li><span><strong>Seamless One-Click Connection and Long-Lasting Battery: </strong>Kobo Remote pairs instantly with Kobo eReaders via Bluetooth&reg; with a single button press and stays connected. Its intelligent sleep/wake functionality ensures it&rsquo;s always ready when you are. Enjoy months of uninterrupted reading on a single, easily replaceable AAA battery.</span></li><li><span><strong>Unobstructed, Uncomplicated Reading:</strong> The clip-free design eliminates distractions, providing an unobstructed view of your page without bulky attachments. Nothing extra to carry, charge, or leave behind.</span></li><li><span><strong>Designed for Natural, Simple Comfort:</strong> Lightweight and ergonomically designed with a 20-degree bend, Kobo Remote fits naturally in your hand, providing hours of comfortable, low strain reading. Just a gentle click keeps your pages turning, allowing you to read comfortably with your hands at your side, minimizing hand fatigue.</span></li><li><span><strong>Sustainable Reading, Responsible Design: </strong>In line with Kobo&rsquo;s ongoing commitment to sustainability, Kobo Remote is thoughtfully built with recycled materials, including ocean-bound plastics. The packaging is also 100% recycled paper, FSC-certified and fully biodegradable. This approach ensures that readers can enjoy their favorite eBooks while knowing their reading accessory is as kind to the planet as it is to their hands.</span></li></ul><p><strong>Pricing and Availability</strong></p><p>Kobo Remote will retail for $34.99 CAD at <a href=\"http://www.kobo.com/accessories\"><u>www.kobo.com/accessories</u></a> and select retailers. 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