Kindle Vs Nook Vs iPad
It is quite understandable if many students wish to leave their books at home. Carrying them can be a burden, especially with the growth of information. With the invention of e-book readers, having books around has become easier for school children and even professionals. Three of the most popular eBook readers today are Kindle, Nook, and iPad. All three are highly capable of reading eBooks, but how do you know which one is best for you and your needs? Here is a brief comparison of the three:
the kindle
A proud development of Amazon, the Kindle is a popular choice among students because it’s made exclusively for e-book reading. Over the years, Amazon has created newer versions to meet the changing needs of consumers.
Pros: Kindle can download directly from Sprint’s EV-DO service. You can download a lot of rich content and the connection is free. As for memory, it could store about 3,500 books and accept external 4G drives. The E-Ink Pearl screen is also very clear, giving you the virtual look and feel of a real book.
Cons: Kindle is pretty monochrome; it comes in black and white colors only. The screen is also very small, so visually impaired people may not find it very comfortable. You have to buy an additional lighting fixture if you want to read even in dark places. It’s also very expensive these days, coming in at nearly $200.
the corner
Barnes and Noble, a renowned publisher, developed the Nook as their own version of eBook reading.
Pros: Unlike the Kindle, the Nook has a color navigation system powered by the Android operating system. For those who have difficulty navigating, you can also use the provided keyboard. It is also the first ebook reader to offer the option to share your book. The download can be done wirelessly or via a 3G connection.
Cons: Nook doesn’t have a web browser, and battery life is quite a bit shorter than typical eBook readers.
the ipad
By far the most popular tablet PC ever created, Apple has revolutionized device portability and functionality by developing not just an e-book reader, but a personal computer as well.
Pros: Apple launched the iPad with the convenience of web browsing, video streaming, and e-book reading. It has a full color touch screen, where reading in the dark is not difficult. You can also download and purchase many apps to maximize your eBook reading.
Cons: The videos don’t have flash, so you’ll basically have a hard time with them. It is also quite expensive.
If you want to do more with your ebook reader with a lot of money in your pocket, the iPad is the best option you can get. The few cons outweigh the pros, and you don’t need to use a netbook because it doubles as a miniature PC.
The other ebook readers, Kindle and Nook, aren’t too bad. If you only want to read e-books and nothing else, it is more advisable to buy a Kindle or a Nook. If you are still on a tight budget, go for the Nook as it is much more affordable.
