--- product_id: 549080828 title: "PocketBook 618 Basic Lux 4 Black" brand: "pocketbook" price: "€ 273.21" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 category: "Pocket Book" url: https://www.desertcart.at/products/549080828-pocketbook-618-basic-lux-4-black store_origin: AT region: Austria --- # Lightweight 155g travel-ready 6-inch E-Ink Carta touchscreen Up to 1 month battery life PocketBook 618 Basic Lux 4 Black **Brand:** pocketbook **Price:** € 273.21 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 📚 Elevate your reading game—because your stories deserve the best light and the lightest load. ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** PocketBook 618 Basic Lux 4 Black by pocketbook - **How much does it cost?** € 273.21 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.at](https://www.desertcart.at/products/549080828-pocketbook-618-basic-lux-4-black) ## Best For - pocketbook enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted pocketbook brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Massive Format Support:** Supports 21 popular book formats and 4 image formats without conversion—your entire digital library, hassle-free and ready to go. - • **Read Anytime, Anywhere:** Frontlight technology lets you dive into your favorite books even in total darkness—no more waiting for daylight or straining your eyes. - • **Seamless User Experience:** Dual-core processor and intuitive touchscreen plus customizable buttons ensure smooth navigation and personalized control for left- or right-handed users. - • **Stay Connected & Updated:** Wi-Fi enabled with cloud integration and access to public libraries via OverDrive, so your reading list is always fresh and expanding. - • **Travel Light, Read Heavy:** At just 155 grams and compact size, this e-reader fits effortlessly into your bag, making it the ultimate companion for your daily commute or weekend getaway. ## Overview The PocketBook 618 Basic Lux 4 Black is a sleek, lightweight e-reader featuring a 6-inch anti-glare E-Ink Carta touchscreen with frontlight for comfortable reading in any lighting. It boasts up to one month of battery life on a single charge, supports 21 book formats, and offers Wi-Fi connectivity with cloud and public library access. Designed for seamless use with customizable buttons and a powerful dual-core processor, it’s the perfect travel companion for avid readers seeking convenience and versatility. ## Description Product Description The PocketBook Basic Lux 4 is the perfect entry-level device for your daily reading pleasure. On the eye-friendly 6 large illuminated E-Ink Carta touch screen, you can read relaxed at any time. With Wi-Fi and cloud service, you can easily manage and expand your library at any time. The PocketBook Basic Lux 4 is available in ink black. Anti-glare 6 (15.24 cm) large E-Ink Carta touchscreen display lighting for relaxed reading hours at any time of day Powerful dual-core processor for smooth operability Control buttons and free button configuration for comfortable operation for left- and right-handed users Supports 21 popular book and 4 image formats without converting Convenient access to digital content from your public library via integrated integrated onleiihe- App as well as via overdrive (via browser). Device size: 10.8 x 16.1 x 0.8 cm / Weight: 155 g Manufacturer Contact Information Bruna B.V.; Jeroen Bos; jeroen.bos@audax.nl Review: Love it - Good product, easy interface have night reading light and already have few books in. Also translator very helpful. Size comfortable for take book everywhere.Love it ❤️ Review: Blows the Kindle out of the water for ease of Use - I purchased a Kindle but all my eBooks were from Humble Bundle so external to the desertcart Store. On the Kindle none of the covers would show up and is a known bug that still hasn't been fixed in Years. So I purchased the PocketBook Basic Lux and so glad I did. I put my full eBook collection onto a 256GB SD card and all the covers show up perfectly. It's a device that does what it is good at flawlessly.. ## Features - ️ READ IN ANY LIGHTING: Immerse yourself in the world of e-books anywhere and anytime, regardless of the lighting. Just turn on the frontlight of the Basic Lux 4 and read even in total darkness. - ️ PERFECT FOR TRAVELING: The compact e-book reader fits in any bag. Its clever blend of touchscreen and user-friendly buttons ensures a seamless reading experience. Weighing just 5.47 Ounces, the lightweight device is designed to accompany you on every adventure..️ UP TO ONE MONTH WITHOUT RECHARGING: Enjoy unlimited reading with the energy-efficient Basic Lux 4! One full charge of the device provides up to one month of active reading. - International products have separate terms, are sold from abroad and may differ from local products, including fit, age ratings, and language of product, labeling or instructions. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0CCNYKY6V | | Battery Average Life | 4 weeks | | Battery Description | Lithium-Ion Polymer | | Best Sellers Rank | 51,851 in Electronics & Photo ( See Top 100 in Electronics & Photo ) 60 in eBook Readers | | Bluetooth support? | No | | Box Contents | 1 package | | Brand Name | PocketBook | | Colour | Black/White | | Compatible Devices | Electronic devices that support supported file formats | | Customer Reviews | 4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars (426) | | Display Technology | Electronic Ink | | File Format | [Some of] ['EPUB', 'PDF', 'MOBI', 'TXT'] | | Global Trade Identification Number | 07640152093968 | | Human Interface Types | Touchscreen | | Item Weight | 155 Grams | | Manufacturer | Bruna BV Uitgaven | | Manufacturer Contact Information | Bruna B.V.; Jeroen Bos; jeroen.bos@audax.nl | | Memory Storage Capacity | 8 GB | | Model Name | BASIC LUX 4 | | Native Resolution | 758 × 1024 | | Network Connectivity Technology | USB | | Night vision | No | | Other Special Features of the Product | Compact e-ink reader with Wi-Fi and microSD slot, Dictionaries, Electronic reader at a reasonable price, Glare free and eye friendly E ink 6 inch, Lightweight electronic reader | | Product Warranty | 2 year manufacturer | | RAM Memory Installed | 8 GB | | Screen Size | 6 Inches | | Unit Count | 1.0 count | ## Product Details - **Battery life:** 4 weeks - **Brand:** PocketBook - **Colour:** Black/White - **Connectivity technology:** USB - **Display resolution:** 758 × 1024 - **Display technology:** Electronic Ink - **Included components:** 1 package - **Memory storage capacity:** 8 GB - **Model name:** BASIC LUX 4 - **Screen size:** 6 Inches ## Images ![PocketBook 618 Basic Lux 4 Black - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/615+JIF8LdL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: What is this os?** A: Platform (OS): Linux 3.0.35 **Q: Can I read Korean books with this device?** A: Yes. Please note that unfortunately, the Korean language is not supported by the device and cannot be installed as the language of the user interface. You will need to install additional fonts to read Korean books on the device. Additional fonts are installed in TTF and OTF formats, and the TTC format from the SW version 6.4. To install, simply copy them to each of the following folders: system/fonts, and to system/adobe/fonts on the device’s internal memory. After adding the font, open the book and in the Settings select the font you have installed. IMPORTANT: These fonts can be applied only to text formats, such as: doc, docx, rtf, etc. IMPORTANT: If the device is connected to the PC and you cannot find the system folder, it is hidden. To get access to this folder, follow the steps below: 1. Open the root folder of internal memory of the device with the help of the File Manager and select the Service Tab in the upper part of the File Manager (if it is not visible by default, press ALT to call the Service Menu) – choose Folder Specifications. 2. In the pop-up window select the View Tab (the second tab in succession). 3. Find and untick the checkbox next to the "Hide protected system files and folders" option and tick the checkbox next to the “Show hidden files and folders" option. Confirm your choice with YES and APPLY. Attention! To get access to the hidden folders on the PocketBook device connected to a Windows 10 PC, proceed as follows: 1. Connect the device to the PC and double click to open it. 2. Go to the View tab - click on Options and then on Change folder and search options. 3. Folder options will pop up. Go to the View tab and then tick the checkbox next to the "Show hidden files, folders and drives" option. Also, untick the checkbox next to "Hide protected operating system files (Recommended)" option. Confirm your choice with YES and APPLY. **Q: Can the touch screen be temporarily disabled?** A: It is possible to turn off the display while reading, but it is impossible to turn off the touchscreen completely, you cannot turn it off while surfing the web or changing settings. To use this function, press and hold the Backward button while reading a book. You can also set it to any other button, to do so select Settings - Personalize - Key Mapping - EPUB,FB2 and others - select the desired button, then go back and select PDF and DjVu - select the desired button. Have a nice day! ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Love it *by H***A on 9 April 2025* Good product, easy interface have night reading light and already have few books in. Also translator very helpful. Size comfortable for take book everywhere.Love it ❤️ ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Blows the Kindle out of the water for ease of Use *by D***W on 16 April 2024* I purchased a Kindle but all my eBooks were from Humble Bundle so external to the Amazon Store. On the Kindle none of the covers would show up and is a known bug that still hasn't been fixed in Years. So I purchased the PocketBook Basic Lux and so glad I did. I put my full eBook collection onto a 256GB SD card and all the covers show up perfectly. It's a device that does what it is good at flawlessly.. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Perfect *by C***N on 2 January 2025* Great book, no issues. Has a built-in light. ## Frequently Bought Together - PocketBook Basic Lux 4 E-Book Reader | 6ʺ Glare-Free & Eye-Friendly E-Ink Technology | Compact & Lightweight E-Reader | Frontlight | Touchscreen | Wi-Fi | Dictionaries | Micro-SD Slot - LIUDENWIN Universal Case for 6-inch Kobo Clara HD/Kobo Clara 2E/Kobo Nia/Pocketbook Basic 4/Touch Lux 5 Leather Stand Cover Compatible 6'' Pocketbook/Tolino E-Book Reader, Blue --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.at/products/549080828-pocketbook-618-basic-lux-4-black](https://www.desertcart.at/products/549080828-pocketbook-618-basic-lux-4-black) --- *Product available on Desertcart Austria* *Store origin: AT* *Last updated: 2026-04-26*