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Originally Posted by VICROAMER

I am considering my choices for my first reader, the Nook has a couple of features which appeal to me namely the epub format plus a web browser. Epub because of local content and and library access, the browser because I can't always get access to the home PC, it is usually in use by someone else, the ability to have a quiet little browse would be nice.
My armchair research has turned up a couple of concerns which I would like Nook users opinions on
1. The weight or heft of the Nook compared to the Kindle 3 or Kobo, is it a issue in use, I suppose it could be looked on as a indicator the Nook was not built down to a price.
2. The touch screen how responsive is it in use, is there a lag, does one get used to it, does the glare of a sunny day wash it out. I have viewed Len Edgerly's 4 way comparison which raised concerns with me regarding the touch screen control.
Any helpful advice appreciated

1) I have both the NOOK & the Kindle3. The kindle is indeed lighter but I had the NOOK first & have found no problem reading while holding it with one hand. AND my hands are not large.

2) Once I learned how to use the touch screen there was no turning back. I use my thumb to do a gentle swipe from the center either across or slightly at an angle to left for going forward. The opposite for going back I love the touch screen & I really don't notice any glare while reading. Here is a you tube video of how to use the touch screen. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Of5Eas6lONM Some use their fingers & some like me use their thumbs.

Now being honest here. With my Nook there is a bit of a lag with page turning either with the touch screen or the buttons. Kindle is much faster with the page turn. But when I get into the groove of reading with the NOOK I really don't notice the lag. I just get used to it.

Hope this helps.