Rakuten Kobo Draws Crowds at KLIBF 2026 with AI Photo Experience, Colour eReaders and Exclusive Discounts

Digital reading platform Rakuten Kobo is attracting strong interest at the Kuala Lumpur International Book Fair (KLIBF) 2026, with visitors flocking to its interactive showcase featuring colour eReaders, AI-powered experiences and exclusive event-only promotions.

Located at Booth 207 at the World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur, Kobo is giving Malaysians a hands-on look at the future of reading through its latest lineup of eReaders, including the popular Kobo Libra Colour, Kobo Clara Colour and Kobo Clara BW.

The brand’s debut showcase at KLIBF combines digital reading technology with interactive experiences, highlighting how reading habits are evolving in an increasingly connected world.

Kobo Libra Colour Emerges as Malaysia’s Best-Selling eReader

Among Kobo’s latest devices, the Kobo Libra Colour has emerged as the company’s best-selling eReader in Malaysia, with the white model proving especially popular among local readers.

Featuring a 7-inch colour E Ink display, handwritten note-taking capabilities and a lightweight design, the Kobo Libra Colour caters to readers looking for a more immersive reading experience without the distractions of smartphones and tablets.

Visitors can also explore the compact Kobo Clara Colour, designed for portable colour reading, alongside the Kobo Clara BW, a dedicated black-and-white eReader built for distraction-free reading.

Powered by E Ink Kaleido 3 technology, Kobo’s colour eReaders display book covers, comics, illustrations and annotations in vibrant colours while maintaining the paper-like reading experience eReaders are known for.

Other features include:

ComfortLight PRO for reduced blue light exposure
IPX8 waterproof protection
Bluetooth audiobook support
Extended battery life lasting weeks on a single charge

AI Photo Experience Becomes Crowd Favourite at KLIBF

Beyond eReaders, Kobo’s AI Photo Experience has quickly become one of the most popular attractions at the book fair.

Visitors who follow Kobo Malaysia on Instagram or TikTok can transform themselves into AI-generated characters inspired by popular literary genres.

The experience allows participants to choose from several themes, including:

Romance
Science fiction
Harry Potter-inspired fantasy
Sherlock Holmes-inspired detective adventures

The activation combines artificial intelligence with storytelling, offering book lovers a fun and shareable social media experience.

Digital Reading Market Continues to Grow

Kobo’s appearance at KLIBF comes as the global digital reading industry continues to expand.

According to industry projections from Mordor Intelligence, the global eBook market is expected to reach USD23.6 billion by 2031, driven by increasing demand for portable and distraction-free reading solutions.

As more consumers seek alternatives to social media fatigue and screen distractions, dedicated eReaders are becoming an increasingly popular choice for focused reading.

Colour eReaders are also helping expand the appeal of digital reading beyond traditional novels, attracting readers interested in comics, manga, travel guides, cookbooks and illustrated content.