Kobo's new 'whimsical' cases are gorgeous, but they aren't the hardware releases I was hoping for…

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First revealed at the 2026 BookCon event in New York last month, Kobo has announced a range of limited-edition "collector cases" with "whimsical" and colorful designs. The cases are, indeed, beautiful, going from a leafy Green Canopy option to more fun and joyful Botanical Bliss and each design is available for all three 2024 ereader releases — the Kobo Libra Colour, Clara BW and Clara Colour.

They're already listed for purchase on the Kobo websites in the US and the UK, and Aussies will be able to buy them from May 12 — the smaller cases cost $29.99 / £24.99 / AU$44.95, while a Libra Colour collector case will set you back $39.99 / £34.99 / AU$49.95.

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