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***New Nook starts shipping June 10th, available for pre-order now.
*B&N is looking into international opportunities ("lots of interest from folks abroad for their devices") but nothing to announce today.
*Touchscreen, as expected, uses Neonode infrared technology. Same technology is in Sony Readers and new Kobo.
*Device runs on Android 2.1.
*New feature: FastPage allows you to zoom forward in book.
*Next month launching MyNook, site for sharing with friends.
*Built-in WiFi, no 3G.
*Shopping experience has been upgraded on device.
*6 different fonts, 7 different sizes.
*Original Nook pricing is now $119 and $169 (for 3G version) until supplies last.
New Nook, 6-inch Pearl e-ink touch-screen, 7.5 ounces, battery life up to 2 months, built-in Wi-Fi (no 3G), $139, available June 10.
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