[issybird]

I still think there's a case to be made for Nooks. A device with a 6" screen, 300 ppi, waterproof and reads epubs? No other current device I'm aware of hits even three of those, much less all four. And in the US, it's the only try-before-you-buy option other than Kindle.

My first eink reader was the original Nook; I only ever had sterling customer service from B&N, better than from Amazon. Obviously, going by the reports here, that's not typical, but it was true for me.

There are tradeoffs. If the factors I mentioned above push someone's buttons, then I think Nook is a good choice. If you don't mind sideloading and are afraid of losing access to your library, buy books from Kobo. Just remember that no library is guaranteed.