Features – Hardware and Software

Aluratek Libre Pro Reader sports a 5-inch screen with 640 x 480 VGA and 16 shades of gray. Like EPDs, the screen is not backlit, allowing you to read even in direct sunlight. Also, it does not suffer from flash between turns found on eInk devices. However, battery life is impacted; you only get 24 hours of reading time per charge.

The Aluratek Libre Pro Reader measures 6.0 inches long and 4.25 inches wide. It feels a bit chunky in the middle; girth measures 0.5 inches. Even so, the device feels light as it weighs 8 ounces only.

Interface is simple and intuitive. There are three ways to turn pages: you can use the page turn buttons found on the bottom left and right sides of the device or you can use the slider on the left side of the screen. The device also has an auto-page turning option. Fonts can be resized up to 6 times, and font style can also be modified (2 font types are available). Meanwhile page can be manually rotated to landscape mode.  The device supports PDF, FB2, MOBI, ePUB, TXT, PRC, RTF, BMP, JPG, GIF, and MP3.

The Aluratek Libre Pro Reader supports up to 32GB SD cards.

The Bottom Line

This Aluratek Libre Pro eReader is surprisingly solid and capable. If you are looking for an eReader that you can use in both low light conditions and under direct sunlight, the Aluratek Libre Pro is affordably priced from $99 – $189. The device is available from various retailers like Amazon and Overstock.

Aluratek Libre, a first entry from the electronic outfit Aluratek, Inc, is set to battle other ereaders not with an armory of special features but with insanely low price. Coming with a price tag of $179, a virtual library pre-filled with 100 ebooks, and faster refresh rate, it’s a solid device at a solid price.

Features- Hardware and Software

Aluratek, Inc is a CA-based electronics company specializing in computer peripherals and digital electronic devices. Even as they step into the ever-growing ereader world, there’s no jumping into the e-ink bandwagon. Instead, the company is outfitting their device with a 5-inch  LCD display. Unlike regular LCDs, however, Aluratek Libre’s reflective monochromatic screen panel has no back or front light. Users still get the same no-glare, no-eyestrain quality of EPDs. At the same time, users  enjoy faster page turns and better resolution and contrast than e-ink devices. Extensively called “Libre eBook Reader PRO,” Aluratek Libre leans on the heavy and thick end of the ereader scale; it weighs 8 ounces and measures 6.06 inches long, 4.33 inches wide, and 0.53 inches thick.

For a device that uses LCD display, Aluratek Libre’s battery life is impressive: users can read for 24 straight hours before recharge indicator lights up. The device can last 2 weeks to a month when on standby mode.

One of Aluratek Libre’s strengths is its capability to display both DRM and non-DRM content. Integrated with Adobe Digital Edition Software (DRM/nonDRM), it can display PDF and ePUB formats without the help of a conversion software. It also supports TXT, FB2, MOBI, PRC, and RTF  digital formats, as well as MP3 and standard image formats.

Aluratek Libre is compatible with MAC or PC. On-board storage can be expanded up to 32GB by inserting an SD or SDHC card into the expansion slot.

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The Bottom Line

Aluratek Libre doesn’t boast of any special or experimental features. Rather, the device is not focused in contend with – but to provide a more affordable alternative to – Kindle, Nook, and other fancy models. People looking for a more cost-effective way to experience the ereading revolution should take a look.

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