| Name | InkBOOK Calypso Plus | PocketBook Verse |
|---|---|---|
| Image |  |
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| MSRP | €129 | $139.99 |
| Released | 2021 | 2023 |
| Availability | Discontinued | Available |
| Current price | Amazon | Amazon |
| Display specifications | ||
| Display type | E Ink Carta | E Ink Carta |
| Display size (inch) | 6 | 6 |
| Resolution (pixels W×H) | 758×1024 | 758×1024 |
| Color display? | No | No |
| Pixel density | 212 PPI | 212 PPI |
| Screen light? | Yes | Yes: SMARTlight |
| Adjust color temperature? | Yes | Yes |
| Auto-rotate? | ❌ | ✔ |
| Input options & features | ||
| Touchscreen | ✔ | ✔ |
| Button controls? | ✔ Home button, page-turn | ✔ 4 buttons |
| Stylus input | ❌ | ❌ |
| Dark mode | ❌ | ✔ |
| Audiobooks | ✔ | ❌ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Bluetooth | ✔ | ❌ |
| Wi-Fi? | Wi-Fi 4 | Wi-Fi 4 |
| Cellular network | ❌ | ❌ |
| Software | ||
| Operating system | inkBOOK OS (Android 8.1) | Linux 3.10.65 |
| Reading apps & e-book shops | InkBOOK EPUB/PDF reader. Install apps: Kindle, Skoobe, & more. | Bookstore, EPUB & PDF support |
| Web browser? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Email app? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Dropbox & Google Drive? | ❌ | ✔ Dropbox |
| Hardware specifications | ||
| Internal storage | 16 GB | 8 GB |
| RAM | 1000 MB | 512 MB |
| CPU clock speed | 1.5 GHz quad core | 1 GHz dual core |
| Other built in: | - | - |
| Ports & battery | ||
| MicroSD card reader? | ✔ | ✔ |
| 3.5 mm AUX out port? | ❌ | ❌ |
| HDMI port? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Battery capacity (3.7V) | 1900 mAh | 1500 mAh |
| USB (charging) port | Micro-USB | USB-C |
| Physical specifications | ||
| Waterproof? | No | No |
| Size (cm H×W×D): | 15.9×11.4×0.9 | 15.6×10.8×0.76 |
| Weight (gram): | 155 | 186 |
| Size (inch H×W×D): | 6.26×4.49×0.35 | 6.14×4.25×0.3 |
| Weight (oz): | 5.47 | 6.56 |
| Screen: flush or recessed? | Flush | Recessed |
| Color options: | 9 color options | Blue, Grey |
| Accessories in the box | - | - |
| More information | ||
| Model number | ? | PB629 |
| User guide / manual | User manual | User manual |
| Official site link: | Inkbook.eu | Pocketbook.ch |
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