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Originally Posted by georgiagal
I have just purchased my first Ereader -- the Nook. My son has a Kindle so we have been comparing features. Downloading from the library is a huge option for me so the Kindle is out of the running.
After using the Nook, I'm happy with the experience in general. However the dictionary is a problem -- it's just cumbersome, especially after seeing how convenient the Kindle has made their dictionary.
However... with epub downloads on the Nook, the dictionary is not an option. From what I can tell, only with NookBooks can the dictionary be used.
Is this the same with the Sony 650 or 950? The touch screen option on the Sony is very appealing to me -- navigating to a word with the Nook completely disrupts the reading process.
I am planning to look at the Nook Color also but the battery life is a concern.
Any advice?
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I would be careful when comparing a Nook Color vs a Sony. NC is more a hybrid tablet which is being sold as an ereader. The battery gives you 8hrs of continue use and it is heavier than Nook 1st gen and Sony. The Sony can give you days or weeks of battery life. NC is also LCD screen so reading with eink is also different and more pleasant. However, I must say that the NC dictionary is really good but I believe you have the same function with the Sony touchscreen.
A side note
We do have notes with Kindle and I think that with Sony as well, but the way Nook Color handles notes is really nice; small icons simulating "post it" notes appear at one side on the page where you created the note, making it easier to open and navigate for later use.r
I suggest visit a B&N store and play with Nook Color before buying.