If you have a NC, would you return it now that you have used it? - Page 3

VydorScope · 06-06-2011, 09:05 PM

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Originally Posted by sherbearjt08

Thank you everyone. For now, I am going to keep it. I have not found too many issues with reading on it. I am working on the whole CM7 to an SD card tonight.

Besides, DH says if I return it, he will not happy.

One caution... the NookColor only has a 15 day return window.

sherbearjt08 · 06-07-2011, 02:24 PM

Luckily, I called Best Buy and they told me 30 days. That is one thing I checked on for sure yesterday.

VydorScope · 06-07-2011, 02:29 PM

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Originally Posted by sherbearjt08

Luckily, I called Best Buy and they told me 30 days. That is one thing I checked on for sure yesterday.

Ah, B&N told me 15 when I bought mine, so you got a better deal on that at least.

eSheri · 06-07-2011, 03:01 PM

i have sony 350 and coby tablet. why? the coby is too heavy for reading but perfect for web access! sounds like you would prefer to read so, you know what to do!

or, keep it for quick access to the web!

tubemonkey · 06-08-2011, 04:50 AM

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Originally Posted by VydorScope

Ah, B&N told me 15 when I bought mine, so you got a better deal on that at least.

I bought mine at Best Buy because of the return window. B&N's loss.

volwrath · 06-09-2011, 06:35 PM

Personally I love my NC, and I have an ipad and a Kindle SO. The only problem with the NC running CM7 is that it does so much that I dont read on it so I need a dedicated ereader to get the pages turning

tubemonkey · 06-09-2011, 08:26 PM

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Originally Posted by volwrath

Personally I love my NC, and I have an ipad and a Kindle SO. The only problem with the NC running CM7 is that it does so much that I dont read on it so I need a dedicated ereader to get the pages turning

I don't read on my NC either. I use it for fun. Today, I've been playing with Amazon's Free App of the Day - Random Mahjong Pro - and it's great. I also love playing Angry Birds Rio on it too.

For reading, I have my KSO.

taosaur · 06-09-2011, 08:52 PM

My priority was to consolidate books, music, comics, and video in one portable device. Most of my reading takes place in dim/dark settings, so LCD is preferable (my former reader was a netbook), and this screen is outstanding for both crisp text in novels and vibrant color in comics. My complexion doesn't permit much sunbathing anyway, and 60-75% brightness has been adequate for any outdoor setting where I'd actually want to park myself long enough to read.

If your reading is limited to plain text and you're not looking for a device to fill the gap between PC and smartphone, though, e-ink may be better suited to your needs.

VydorScope · 06-09-2011, 10:09 PM

You know I have not actually tried my NookColor out side in full sun. I should do that tomorrow and see how it does.

taosaur · 06-09-2011, 10:31 PM

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Originally Posted by VydorScope

You know I have not actually tried my NookColor out side in full sun. I should do that tomorrow and see how it does.

I've done quite a bit of porch reading and a little park reading on sunny days, but even not-so-direct sunlight can cause a lot of reflection. An anti-glare screen protector is definitely on my to-get list. Somehow it got shunted below a wiimote + Classic Controller Pro to pair over bluetooth for my emulators

And then of course there's an adapter to enable USB hosting...

And a foldable bluetooth keyboard...

And an Android phone to tether...

...

sherbearjt08 · 06-09-2011, 10:41 PM

Direct sunlight is hard, but if you are in the shade or at good angle, turning up brightness all the way works pretty good. I am enjoying being able to read at night too.

negris123 · 06-10-2011, 05:16 AM

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Originally Posted by taosaur

I've done quite a bit of porch reading and a little park reading on sunny days, but even not-so-direct sunlight can cause a lot of reflection. An anti-glare screen protector is definitely on my to-get list. Somehow it got shunted below a wiimote + Classic Controller Pro to pair over bluetooth for my emulators

And then of course there's an adapter to enable USB hosting...

And a foldable bluetooth keyboard...

And an Android phone to tether...

...

Even with the anti-glare screen protector, it is difficult to read in bright daylight

VydorScope · 06-10-2011, 06:06 AM

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Originally Posted by VydorScope

You know I have not actually tried my NookColor out side in full sun. I should do that tomorrow and see how it does.

Well this will have to wait, we are having a thunderstorm

rumplestiltskin · 12-14-2011, 03:48 PM

If you buy a Nook Color for a "cheap iPad", you will be disappointed. Nothing is an iPad except an iPad. However, if you buy a Nook Color for an eBook reader, you will be very happy. I own both and, frankly, I prefer reading ePubs on my NC simply because it is smaller and lighter (but not -too- small like the 6" Sony I sold to partially fund the NC purchase). The NC screen is exquisite. BTW, I own the original NC, not the new one. I played with the new one at B&N this morning and, while it is faster than the old one, web-surfing still sucks; it's still slow, scrolling stutters, and website text is too small to be readable. I have my iPad for that. In addition, I couldn't find any decent free apps on the Nook store (through the NC) whereas Apple has thousands of good free apps on their AppStore.

Bottom line: The NC is a great eReader but, as an Internet-enabled tablet, it's just another sucky Android iPad-wannabe.

JxK · 12-14-2011, 03:55 PM

I'm quite fond of my NC now that it's running phiremod. I tried the stock OS for about 5 minutes before deciding it was too limited. After rooting, it's a great device. I use it for web browsing, games, and other tablet related tasks. Surprisingly, I found that the lcd doesn't bother my eyes in the least, so it's often used as an e-reader as well. When I need the extended battery life I bring out the nook STR. But for reading around home, or for short flights, the NC is great.

06-07-2011, 02:24 PM	#32
sherbearjt08 Connoisseur Posts: 75 Karma: 10 Join Date: Dec 2009 Device: PRS-300	NC return period at Best Buy Luckily, I called Best Buy and they told me 30 days. That is one thing I checked on for sure yesterday.

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eSheri Addict Posts: 323 Karma: 1015098 Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Middle of the US Device: K3+3G, Sony 350, Kindle Fire HD, iPad Mini	i have sony 350 and coby tablet. why? the coby is too heavy for reading but perfect for web access! sounds like you would prefer to read so, you know what to do! or, keep it for quick access to the web!

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volwrath Guru Posts: 713 Karma: 1001739 Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Nashville, TN Device: SGS3/PW2/Nexus72	Personally I love my NC, and I have an ipad and a Kindle SO. The only problem with the NC running CM7 is that it does so much that I dont read on it so I need a dedicated ereader to get the pages turning

06-09-2011, 08:52 PM	#38
taosaur intelligent posterior Posts: 1,562 Karma: 21295618 Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Ohiopolis Device: Kindle Paperwhite 2, Samsung S8, Lenovo Tab 3 Pro	My priority was to consolidate books, music, comics, and video in one portable device. Most of my reading takes place in dim/dark settings, so LCD is preferable (my former reader was a netbook), and this screen is outstanding for both crisp text in novels and vibrant color in comics. My complexion doesn't permit much sunbathing anyway, and 60-75% brightness has been adequate for any outdoor setting where I'd actually want to park myself long enough to read. If your reading is limited to plain text and you're not looking for a device to fill the gap between PC and smartphone, though, e-ink may be better suited to your needs.

06-09-2011, 10:09 PM	#39
VydorScope Wizard Posts: 3,418 Karma: 35207650 Join Date: Jun 2011 Device: iPad	You know I have not actually tried my NookColor out side in full sun. I should do that tomorrow and see how it does.

06-09-2011, 10:41 PM	#41
sherbearjt08 Connoisseur Posts: 75 Karma: 10 Join Date: Dec 2009 Device: PRS-300	Direct sunlight is hard, but if you are in the shade or at good angle, turning up brightness all the way works pretty good. I am enjoying being able to read at night too.

12-14-2011, 03:48 PM	#44
rumplestiltskin Connoisseur Posts: 81 Karma: 1282284 Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: West of the Pecos Device: FireHD8, iPad	If you buy a Nook Color for a "cheap iPad", you will be disappointed. Nothing is an iPad except an iPad. However, if you buy a Nook Color for an eBook reader, you will be very happy. I own both and, frankly, I prefer reading ePubs on my NC simply because it is smaller and lighter (but not -too- small like the 6" Sony I sold to partially fund the NC purchase). The NC screen is exquisite. BTW, I own the original NC, not the new one. I played with the new one at B&N this morning and, while it is faster than the old one, web-surfing still sucks; it's still slow, scrolling stutters, and website text is too small to be readable. I have my iPad for that. In addition, I couldn't find any decent free apps on the Nook store (through the NC) whereas Apple has thousands of good free apps on their AppStore. Bottom line: The NC is a great eReader but, as an Internet-enabled tablet, it's just another sucky Android iPad-wannabe.

12-14-2011, 03:55 PM	#45
JxK Enthusiast Posts: 49 Karma: 866238 Join Date: Nov 2011 Device: Kindle PW, NC CM 7.2	I'm quite fond of my NC now that it's running phiremod. I tried the stock OS for about 5 minutes before deciding it was too limited. After rooting, it's a great device. I use it for web browsing, games, and other tablet related tasks. Surprisingly, I found that the lcd doesn't bother my eyes in the least, so it's often used as an e-reader as well. When I need the extended battery life I bring out the nook STR. But for reading around home, or for short flights, the NC is great.