Borders Kobo can be used with your library card and includes 100 free pre-loaded books. The most current version also allows you to connect to Wi-Fi hotspots. The battery lasts for up to two weeks (or 10,000 page turns) and approximately 1,000 eBooks can be stored on this device. A 32 GB SD memory card expands the storage capability to 10,000 eBooks. You’ll also have the ability to read your eBooks on additional devices such as iPhone, Android and iPad.

What you’ll need to get started with Digital Downloads:

EPUB and PDF eBooks work with this device.

As a first time user, you’ll need to download free software to your personal computer in order to utilize this service.

For both the EPUB and Adobe PDF eBook, you’ll need to download the Adobe Digital Editions software to your PC.

Here is a helpful OverDrive blog post for the Kobo.

Step-by-step instructions to get EPUB or PDF eBooks onto your Kobo.

For additional questions or requirements, please read documentation.

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Formats:

Overdrive:

By using your Columbus Metropolitan Library card, you can download thousands of books for FREE through OverDrive. This service supplies eBooks, audiobooks, music and video to thousands of libraries worldwide.

Note: Your library card must be active and in good standing to download materials.

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