Kobo Arc with 7-inch display, Android 4.1 launched in India for Rs. 11999

Kobo, popular for its eReaders has launched the Kobo Arc, an Android tablet along with range of eReaders in India. The Kobo Arc has a 7-inch (1280 x 800 pixels) touch screen IPS display at 215 ppi, powered by a 1.5 GHZ dual-core Ti OMAP processor and runs on Android 4.1.1 (Jelly Bean). It comes with a 1.3-megapixel HD front-facing camera and comes with Kobo eReading app and option to buy books from Kobo store. It also has Google Play Store to download apps and games. Amazon launchedthe Kindle Fire HD in India earlier this year, which got a price cut recently.

Kobo Arc specifications

• 7-inch (1280×800 pixels) IPS display at 215 ppi, 178 degree viewing angles; ultra-durable glass resistant to damage, scratches, bumps and drops.
• 1.5GHz Dual-Core Ti OMAP processor
•  1.3MP HD front-facing camera
• Built-in front-facing speakers and SRS TruMedia for immersive audio
• Dimensions – 120mm x 11.5mm x 189mm, weight 364 grams
• 1GB of RAM, 16GB / 32GB / 64GB
• Wi Fi 802.11 b/g/n , Micro USB and WiFi Direct.
• 3.5 mm stereo jack and integrated dual stereo speakers with Dolby Digital Plus audio engine
• Accelerometer, ambient light sensor.
• Up to 10 hours of continuous reading/video with WiFi off; 2+ weeks on standby.

The Kobo Arc  comes in Blue and Purple colors and is priced at Rs. 11999 (MRP). Kobo is offering the tablet at a discounted rate of  Rs. 9, 999 for this Diwali until November 3rd 2013. Free or discounted ebook offers will also be available with the purchase of Kobo devices or with the download of a Kobo app for a limited time. The Kobo Arc would be available in retail locations across India through its partnerships with Crossword, WHSmith and Croma.