I didn't see your original post. I have not used or even seen a Nook. My
husband has a Kindle and loves it. However, I just got an iPad and that is much
better. The dimmable backlit screen is easy on the eyes. In addition, there is
an app which turns it into a virtual Kindle. I can read anything he can, plus
the books in Apple's app store.
Platform flexibility may help you avoid the VHS/beta issue.
I was looking at Nooks over the weekend. Although I don't own one, I
did get some info the nook that might be useful.
1. If your rechargeable battery on the nook wears out (as often
happens over the course of years of use with cell phone batteries, laptop
batteries, etc) you can purchase a replacement battery for $29.99 to replace the
worn out one. With the Kindle, this is not an option and you have to
replace the entire unit.
2. If your unit malfunctions or breaks, you can take it back to a
B&N store for service/repairs. With the Kindle, you have to do
everything through the mail. I guess this can be more OR less
convenient depending on your preference.
3. I didn't realize that the kindle wasn't backlit, and I don't know
if the nook is or not, but personally, I wouldn't buy either one of them if it
isn't backlit.
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From a privacy stand point, I'm disappointed to learn that Amazon is
collecting data on what people highlight on their Kindles. -
http://is.gd/bTMG6
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MY DECISION:
I have also spoken to others within the computer community and they are all
for the Android operating system. The Nook is Android OS. Along with the
supported files, lending from local libraries, expandable memory, replaceable
battery and the recent upgrade to 1.3, (resolving some issues with refresh
rates, etc.)
I bought the Nook... besides, I had a discount
coupon from Best Buy that I needed to use soon, so that lowered the price abit
too.
Oh, this isn't even for me... it's to be a combo Mother's Day
/ Birthday gift. I'll probably never even get a chance to use it.
d.