PocketBook Basic Lux 4

6", 8 GB, Black
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The PocketBook Basic Lux 4 is the perfect entry-level device for your daily reading pleasure. With its eye-friendly 6-inch illuminated E-Ink Carta touchscreen, you can read comfortably at any time. Thanks to its Wi-Fi function and cloud service, you can easily manage and expand your library whenever you want.

Key specifications

Display functions
HDR display
Screen type
E-Ink HD Carta
Interface
Bluetooth, Micro USB
Document format
DOC, ePub, FB2, HTML, PDF, TXT
Protection type (IP code)
IPX8
Operating system
Linux
Operating System Version
Linux 3.10.65
Item number
37726026

General information

Manufacturer
PocketBook
Category
eReaders
Manufacturer no.
PB618-P-WW-B
Release date
8.9.2023
Sales rank in Category eReaders
4 of 86

Colour

Colour
Black
Exact colour description
Black

eReader properties

eReader functions
Bookstore, Lexicon, Library
Brand specific property
Non special offer
USB connector type
Micro USB
Interface
Bluetooth, Micro USB
Operating system
Linux
Operating System Version
Linux 3.10.65
Wi-Fi standard
Wi-Fi 5 / 802.11ac
Protection type (IP code)
IPX8

Display properties

Screen type
E-Ink HD Carta
Display size (inches)
6"
Image resolution
1024 x 758 pixels
Pixel density
212 ppi
Display functions
HDR display

Data storage properties

Storage capacity
8 GB
Memory
0.51 GB
Memory card type
microSD
Max. memory extension
32 GB

Supported formats

Document format
DOC, ePub, FB2, HTML, PDF, TXT
Image file formats
JPEG, PNG, Tagged Image File Format (tiff)

Battery properties

Battery life
672 h

Origin

Country of origin
China

Voluntary climate contribution

CO₂-Emission
Climate contribution

Scope of delivery

Scope of delivery
Doc, E-reader, Micro USB cable, Quick start guide

Product dimensions

Length
7.30 mm
Width
7.30 mm
Height
156 mm
Weight
155 g

Package dimensions

Length
22.30 cm
Width
13.50 cm
Height
2.40 cm
Weight
319 g

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Statutory warranty score

How often does a product of this brand in the «eReaders» category have a defect within the first 24 months?

Source: Galaxus
  • 1.Amazon
    0,9 %
  • 2.Onyx
    1,7 %
  • 3.Kobo
    1,8 %
  • 4.PocketBook
    3,1 %
  • 4.tolino
    3,1 %

Statutory warranty case duration

How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?

Source: Galaxus
  • 1.Amazon
    2 days
  • 1.PocketBook
    2 days
  • 3.Kobo
    3 days
  • 4.Onyx
    4 days
  • 5.tolino
    5 days

Return rate

How often is a product of this brand in the «eReaders» category returned?

Source: Galaxus
  • 1.Amazon
    2,4 %
  • 2.Kobo
    3 %
  • 3.PocketBook
    3,8 %
  • 4.tolino
    4,4 %
  • 5.Onyx
    6,6 %
Source: Galaxus

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Very good82/100
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