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Old 06-29-2010, 07:04 PM   #12
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Device: Sony PRS-505, -350; Kindle 3 3G, DX, PW 2; various tablets
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Originally Posted by Noah98 View Post
As a new Nook owner who really has no loyalty to any company, I can tell you three advantages that the Nook has over the Kindle that many Kindle owners neglect to acknowledge.

1. User replaceable Battery
2. Micro SD card slot for extra storage
3. Adobe Digital Editions Support (Check out books from the public Library)

The Nook is an upgrade, not a sidegrade from the Kindle and any of the Sony devices (don't get me started on those!
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But for people with some minimal technical skills, Kindle disadvantages 1 and 3 are simple to cure.

Replacing the Kindle's battery is about the easiest feat for a "non-replaceable" battery. It pops in after you remove a few pieces--not even leads to unplug and plug.

ADE support: Google ineptepub. Then Calibre to convert. Follow the spirit of the Library's restrictions (i.e., delete the ebook when it's expired).

People have different needs, and for some, trading a Sony or Kindle for a Nook is not an upgrade, maybe not even a sidegrade. Most Nook owners may see it as an upgrade, but what if one likes full touch? Nook is not an upgrade (keep your Sony). You like quality metal and materials and small form factor? Nook is not an upgrade (keep your Sony). You like Wikipedia and Google Reader and Gmail anywhere? Nook is not an upgrade (keep your Kindle). Etc. You may laugh, but I wouldn't trade my Sony 505 straight up for a Nook.
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