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crutnacker · 12-07-2009, 09:57 PM

Amazon's become a bit like the Wal Mart of online retailing. I have to imagine that they will find a way to match B and N feature for feature in the long run, and most likely be able to undercut them since they don't rely solely on books for business.

Add to that the alleged entry of Apple into the business sometime next year and you have to wonder if there is room for Barnes and Noble in the e-book business. They may spur some interest via brick and mortar stores, but it is quite possible that instead of selling nooks, they may simply sell people on the idea of an e-reader.

Don't get me wrong, I like that there is competition and that B&N is trying to do something different, but I'm wondering if in the long run they'll be able to accomplish it.

12-07-2009, 09:57 PM	#1
crutnacker Connoisseur Posts: 54 Karma: 850 Join Date: Dec 2009 Device: None	Can B&N Compete? Amazon's become a bit like the Wal Mart of online retailing. I have to imagine that they will find a way to match B and N feature for feature in the long run, and most likely be able to undercut them since they don't rely solely on books for business. Add to that the alleged entry of Apple into the business sometime next year and you have to wonder if there is room for Barnes and Noble in the e-book business. They may spur some interest via brick and mortar stores, but it is quite possible that instead of selling nooks, they may simply sell people on the idea of an e-reader. Don't get me wrong, I like that there is competition and that B&N is trying to do something different, but I'm wondering if in the long run they'll be able to accomplish it.