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david_cj · 12-25-2017, 11:51 AM

Hello forum -

Years ago I bought the first Glowlight and really liked it. I lost it, bought one of the later versions (without the mechanical page turning button) which was OK, but now I own a Glowlight 3. With which I am very happy. For these reasons:

1. Mechanical page buttons. Relying on touch, as most other devices do, can lead to pages not turning or turning twice - there is always a possibility of misbehaviour. Mechanical buttons are simply more reliable.

2. Most important - handles .epub files. I borrow library books, and download from Gutenberg.org - they all use .epub as their default format. Being able to read epub books without the need for any conversions is a huge plus. In my view, Kindle really falls down in this area. (Perhaps a part of Amazon's desire to mould the world to its requirements. Hats off to B&N for resisting the temptation!)

Also, I like the readability of the GL3. The text is very clear under any lighting conditions. And, something other folk might question, but I like the heft of the device. The large bezels make handling it easier.

I have installed the beta update. But even before, I had no major issues with the software. "Sideloading" books (to the Nook/Nook folder) was easy. Now, the larger partition means I can hold far more...

My only complaint is with B&N customer support. I called them and was given incorrect information - they were not able to tell me that sideloaded books had to be in the Nook/Nook folder (a fact I only found out by following a forum - the manual for the GL3 is incorrect), and suggested my .epub book was misformatted as the reason for it not appearing in the reader. B&N should make sure their staff know what they are talking about!

In summary - a worthy successor to the Glowlight family, especially at the discounted prices now on offer.

12-25-2017, 11:51 AM	#47
david_cj Junior Member Posts: 2 Karma: 10 Join Date: Dec 2017 Device: Nook glowlight 3	Nook Glowlight 3 Hello forum - Years ago I bought the first Glowlight and really liked it. I lost it, bought one of the later versions (without the mechanical page turning button) which was OK, but now I own a Glowlight 3. With which I am very happy. For these reasons: 1. Mechanical page buttons. Relying on touch, as most other devices do, can lead to pages not turning or turning twice - there is always a possibility of misbehaviour. Mechanical buttons are simply more reliable. 2. Most important - handles .epub files. I borrow library books, and download from Gutenberg.org - they all use .epub as their default format. Being able to read epub books without the need for any conversions is a huge plus. In my view, Kindle really falls down in this area. (Perhaps a part of Amazon's desire to mould the world to its requirements. Hats off to B&N for resisting the temptation!) Also, I like the readability of the GL3. The text is very clear under any lighting conditions. And, something other folk might question, but I like the heft of the device. The large bezels make handling it easier. I have installed the beta update. But even before, I had no major issues with the software. "Sideloading" books (to the Nook/Nook folder) was easy. Now, the larger partition means I can hold far more... My only complaint is with B&N customer support. I called them and was given incorrect information - they were not able to tell me that sideloaded books had to be in the Nook/Nook folder (a fact I only found out by following a forum - the manual for the GL3 is incorrect), and suggested my .epub book was misformatted as the reason for it not appearing in the reader. B&N should make sure their staff know what they are talking about! In summary - a worthy successor to the Glowlight family, especially at the discounted prices now on offer.