Kobo with Reading Life #1 rated ereading app at iTunes no comments
Kobo says that the newest version of its app has become the highest reviewed ereading app in the three largest English language markets since its release about a week ago. The newest version added Twitter integration and more customization options.
From the press release:
"Kobo has been focused on creating the best experience in eReading since day one. We’re readers at heart and we build apps for other readers to enjoy. This passionate community has spoken: they love our app the best," said Michael Serbinis, CEO of Kobo.
The Kobo app with Reading Life has a 4.5 star rating, the highest among eReading apps in the iTunes store. Less than 48 hours after launch, hundreds of positive reviews began an influx of support for Kobo’s latest hit — with reviews touting the app’s navigation and ease-of-use. Users also praised the app’s new ability to organize shelves in their library; calling it out as the Kobo app’s top value. More than 25,000 custom bookshelves have been created in just one week.
In the last 7 days:
- Nearly 750,000 users have downloaded the app, a 20% jump from version 4.3
- More than 1,100 4- and 5-star reviews have been posted
- Users now spend 10% more time in the Kobo application
- Version 4.4 is the highest reviewed eReading app in the United States, the United Kingdom and Canada
- Kobo’s app has claimed the highest rating available – 5-stars – in Canada
