Kindle 2 and Nook Comparison – How Do They Stack Up Against Each Other?
Barnes and Noble has released their Nook eBook reader to compete with the popular Kindle 2. Here’s an in-depth comparison of the two and a look at how they stack up against each other. Wireless and 3G- Both the Kindle 2 and the Nook have wireless and 3G services on their devices. So if you want to download some titles and have access to the internet you can do so. If wireless is not available in the area, you can switch to 3G and download the publications using this method. E-Ink Displays- E-Ink technology is used with the Kindle 2 and Nook alike. The text looks sharper than the printed word and can be seen even if the display screen is at an extreme angle. This is because the “E-Ink” is right up against the underside of the display screen. It’s tough to improve on this technology at the moment and both devices have taken advantage of using it. Color Navigation Display- The Nook has an additional screen on the device that is directly below the display screen. It’s full color and uses touch screen technology. This allows you to navigate your titles and publications in full color with the touch and swipe of a finger. The screen also doubles as a touch keyboard. The Kindle 2 has a touch pad keyboard conversely. Both Need Lights To Read At Night- Both the Kindle 2 and the Nook are difficult to read at night, just like a printed book. You’ll need to read with a light if it is night time. Same Pricing- Both the Kindle 2 and the Nook are priced the same. Android Software on the Nook- Google has recently released it’s Android software, and Barnes and Noble has decided to use it in the Nook. This gives the Nook the ability to sync up with over 100 other smart devices and computers. The hope is that developers will develop applications that will soon be used on software, and hence the Nook. International Capabilities- A noticable difference between the two devices is the fact that Kindle 2 allows for International usage. You can of course still read your books and publications on the Nook while overseas, but cannot download more titles. If you are a resident of a country outside of the U. S. or an international traveller, then this international feature is obviously very important when comparing the Nook and Kindle 2 ebook readers.
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