Touch Nook Simple Touch Reader firmware update for BestText technology - Page 2

mojofleur · 11-07-2011, 02:14 PM

Tried to load the new firmware as described here, it doesn't work. The Nook deletes the .zip file. I assume crc is right: they linked the wrong firmware.

mojofleur · 11-07-2011, 02:16 PM

yay! They changed the linked file! Now it seems to be the right one... Downloading, then installing. Hope it works... I'll keep you posted!

anleva · 11-07-2011, 02:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mojofleur

Tried to load the new firmware as described here, it doesn't work. The Nook deletes the .zip file. I assume crc is right: they linked the wrong firmware.

It looks like they changed that and are now linking to a new file.

seajewel · 11-07-2011, 02:17 PM

I'm excited!

crc · 11-07-2011, 02:28 PM

Nice; downloading now. File size looks closer to the 1.0.1 firmware, and the URL seems correct, so hopefully this one will work.

TMac- · 11-07-2011, 02:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mojofleur

Tried to load the new firmware as described here, it doesn't work. The Nook deletes the .zip file. I assume crc is right: they linked the wrong firmware.

Hahah, downloading the right one now. I was wondering why my Nook STR kept deleting the firmware upon ejection.

VicLavigne · 11-07-2011, 02:30 PM

Since the fiasco with the Nook Classic's last updated (next to last- they had to fix it), I have been of the opinion that it is best to wait a week or so to update.

But blast it! Sometimes you just don't want to wait. Installing now -- 2nd attempt, as the first download was the wrong file. B&N doesn't seem to have a lot of QC over their update program.

Vic

anleva · 11-07-2011, 02:35 PM

Mine downloaded and installed properly.

Did some quick checking. At first glance page turns do seem quicker and the fonts a bit sharper.

kezza · 11-07-2011, 02:36 PM

The link at the top of this post goes to the FAQ page for the Nook Touch download. Click on "get version 1.1.0 today" to expand that section, then hit "click here" to download the file. Not sure why you're only seeing Nook Color updates, everything I'm seeing is for the Nook Touch.
I am able to download the update, but unfortunately I don't think I can install it until tonight. I don't seem to have my sync and charge cable at my desk.

VicLavigne · 11-07-2011, 02:36 PM

Installed! Fonts do look crisper.... I wish I had another Nook to compare, but I think that the contrast level has been adjusted to bring the text in sharper focus. Page turning might be a little faster, its hard to tell. So far so good.

Vic

mojofleur · 11-07-2011, 02:36 PM

It works! I successfully updated my Nook. And yes, it seems faster then before... I'll tell you more later.

VicLavigne · 11-07-2011, 02:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kezza

The link at the top of this post goes to the FAQ page for the Nook Touch download. Click on "get version 1.1.0 today" to expand that section, then hit "click here" to download the file. Not sure why you're only seeing Nook Color updates, everything I'm seeing is for the Nook Touch.

It's fixed now. B&N linked the first download file to a wrong file as initial downloaders pointed out, and happened to me too. But no problems now.

Vic

astrangerhere · 11-07-2011, 02:37 PM

sorry, i missed the request, and if its still needed the link is HERE

seajewel · 11-07-2011, 02:41 PM

It's good to hear about crisper fonts. While I've got all of you nook owners in this thread, quick question: do you find the page turn buttons stiff? have they loosened up at all with time/use? I hear that they are stiff to use and difficult to push while holding the reader one-handed..

TMac- · 11-07-2011, 02:43 PM

Installed. I don't really notice too big of a difference. However, the touchscreen does seem a little bit more responsive and it seems that the update has made the OS run faster... I have had problems with the touchscreen freezing so I am hoping that 1.1.0 fixes this issue. Time will tell, I suppose.

11-07-2011, 02:36 PM	#24
kezza Lowlife of the Party Posts: 266 Karma: 4038 Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: seattle Device: nook, iphone	The link at the top of this post goes to the FAQ page for the Nook Touch download. Click on "get version 1.1.0 today" to expand that section, then hit "click here" to download the file. Not sure why you're only seeing Nook Color updates, everything I'm seeing is for the Nook Touch. I am able to download the update, but unfortunately I don't think I can install it until tonight. I don't seem to have my sync and charge cable at my desk. Last edited by kezza; 11-07-2011 at 02:42 PM.

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11-07-2011, 02:14 PM	#16
mojofleur Junior Member Posts: 7 Karma: 10 Join Date: Oct 2011 Device: Nook Touch	Tried to load the new firmware as described here, it doesn't work. The Nook deletes the .zip file. I assume crc is right: they linked the wrong firmware.

11-07-2011, 02:16 PM	#17
mojofleur Junior Member Posts: 7 Karma: 10 Join Date: Oct 2011 Device: Nook Touch	yay! They changed the linked file! Now it seems to be the right one... Downloading, then installing. Hope it works... I'll keep you posted!

11-07-2011, 02:17 PM	#19
seajewel Fanatic Posts: 589 Karma: 1451235 Join Date: Jun 2008 Device: Sony PRS-505, Sony PRS-950	I'm excited!

11-07-2011, 02:28 PM	#20
crc unknown Posts: 57 Karma: 38 Join Date: May 2008 Location: Oakford, PA, USA Device: Kindle Voyage	Nice; downloading now. File size looks closer to the 1.0.1 firmware, and the URL seems correct, so hopefully this one will work.

11-07-2011, 02:30 PM	#22
VicLavigne e-reading since 2008 Posts: 197 Karma: 112730 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Hinesville Georgia Device: Nook STR, Sony PRS-T1	Since the fiasco with the Nook Classic's last updated (next to last- they had to fix it), I have been of the opinion that it is best to wait a week or so to update. But blast it! Sometimes you just don't want to wait. Installing now -- 2nd attempt, as the first download was the wrong file. B&N doesn't seem to have a lot of QC over their update program. Vic

11-07-2011, 02:35 PM	#23
anleva Enthusiast Posts: 39 Karma: 10 Join Date: Nov 2011 Device: Kindle Paperwhite	Mine downloaded and installed properly. Did some quick checking. At first glance page turns do seem quicker and the fonts a bit sharper.

11-07-2011, 02:37 PM	#28
astrangerhere Professor of Law Posts: 3,638 Karma: 65526796 Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Chapel Hill, NC Device: Kobo Elipsa, Kobo Libra H20, Kobo Aura One, KoboMini	sorry, i missed the request, and if its still needed the link is HERE

11-07-2011, 02:41 PM	#29
seajewel Fanatic Posts: 589 Karma: 1451235 Join Date: Jun 2008 Device: Sony PRS-505, Sony PRS-950	It's good to hear about crisper fonts. While I've got all of you nook owners in this thread, quick question: do you find the page turn buttons stiff? have they loosened up at all with time/use? I hear that they are stiff to use and difficult to push while holding the reader one-handed..

11-07-2011, 02:43 PM	#30
TMac- Junior Member Posts: 4 Karma: 10 Join Date: Nov 2011 Device: Kindle 3, Nook STR	Installed. I don't really notice too big of a difference. However, the touchscreen does seem a little bit more responsive and it seems that the update has made the OS run faster... I have had problems with the touchscreen freezing so I am hoping that 1.1.0 fixes this issue. Time will tell, I suppose.

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