10-26-2010, 04:19 PM | #1 |
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Nook Color is Here!
Nook Color is here. Priced at $249 and to ship 19 Nov 2010.
http://www.barnesandnoble.com/nookcolor/ |
10-26-2010, 05:05 PM | #2 |
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It's interesting they went from an eInk device to an LCD device. But, at $250 it might be something I would consider... since it really will be an Android tablet rather than just a reader. I am sure I would read most fiction still on my Kindle... However, the MacBook Air 11' looks like a nice couch surfing device... basically an iPad (that supports flash) with a keyboard.
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10-26-2010, 05:07 PM | #3 |
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I''m disappointed with the inclusion of an IPS screen and the resulting 8 hour battery life. Interesting design, though.
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10-26-2010, 05:10 PM | #4 |
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You do have to remember this isn't replacing the Nook eink, they are still going forward with it, in fact we have a juicy update coming up. This is just an addition to the product line. specs so far are very very impressive. |
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10-26-2010, 05:11 PM | #6 |
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10-26-2010, 05:12 PM | #7 |
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Hmmm......nice.
I don't need/want the color, but I'm thinking those people still on the fence will jump on this.... I would imagine it would be great for magazines and manga? It will be interesting to see how it plays out. |
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10-26-2010, 05:17 PM | #9 |
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I don't need one & am not likely to go & get one any time soon. But I can see how some people would like it. I don't do well with LCD screens but a lot of people are used to them & have no trouble reading on them. Maybe the smaller screen will make the LCD easier on the eyes? I'd like to try one & see. But as of now I'm very happy with my NOOK Classic
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10-26-2010, 05:18 PM | #10 |
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This may be my netbook replacement. Waiting to see processor specs and its web browsing capabilities.
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My interest was with a color Nook that used a color eInk display. Maybe Amazon will make one instead. |
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10-26-2010, 05:19 PM | #12 |
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did they give any specs on the processor and memory?
will they have 'em in stores to check out before they ship? (not ordering unseen) I hope you can view your own docs (and that they have good PDF support) My initial reaction is disappointment at the LCD and battery, but I could come around if I get to play with one and if it'll do a decent job with my PDF books in landscape. |
10-26-2010, 05:36 PM | #13 |
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its obvious that they are going after PDF magazines and Magazines in general. to read that its best to have color
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10-26-2010, 05:37 PM | #14 |
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I think it's a smart move; a lot of people don't really even seem to want an e-reader, but something along the lines of a mini iPad. And well, this basically seems to be just that.
Personally though, just looking at the mockups of the screens makes my eyes water. edit: I mean, look you can even see glare on the left picture...the left side of the screen is visibly lighter than the right side... Last edited by JeremyR; 10-26-2010 at 05:52 PM. |
10-26-2010, 05:38 PM | #15 |
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My husband has mentioned that he would like a 7 inch, backlit reader. I'll have to show him this. I, too am curious as to see how it handles PDFs.
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