The ebook market is being dominated by the Amazon Kindle, but that doesn’t mean it is free of competition. A lot of other manufacturers are making their own ebook readers to compete against Kindle. One of the most power Kindle’s competitors is none other than the Nook. With Kindle software update, is the Nook still a match for Kindle? One of the most striking features of the Nook is the ability to present books in color. But does color really mean anything for readers who just like reading their books? The stakes are high and the competition is fierce than ever.
Amazon has recently released the Kindle 3, which has plenty of updates on its features and firmware. With the new Kindle software update, the newest generation of Kindle ebook reader has plenty of new features compared to the last generation of Kindles. One of the most striking new features of the Kindle 3 is that it now has a much powerful battery life, which means your device can now easily last for about 30 days without charge, if the wireless switch is off. The third generation of Kindle is also quite light and smaller than the previous gen Kindle devices.
With the new Kindle software update, Kindle 3 can now hold up to 3,500 eBooks rather than 1,500 from its previous generation. As compared to the Kindle new features, the Nook also has some new stuff in its arsenal. The new Nook has an updated software version that allows the users to sync their existing books to other devices. For example if you have a Nook, using its new features, you can shift the books to your PC or smartphones. The new software update from Nook also has a redesigned book management technology.
With the new Kindle software update, the third generation of Kindle devices still lacks security, where as the Nook software update lets user’s password protect their device. The Nook may have new software updates, but as far as its hardware is concerned, the Nook does not include any new hardware changes. With so many new and unique features available on both the devices, it has become really hard for the user to decide which ebook reader to get. Below is a short comparison that will help you decide which one suits you the best.
With the new Kindle software update, Kindle can now store up to 3,500 eBooks, while the Nook has the option of putting in a memory card to increase its storage. Kindle lacks the support of increasing storage. The Nook has a shorter battery life as compared to the Kindle. Kindle can last 30 days while the Nook only 10 days. The Nook has a colorful interface, while the Kindle lacks in color. However, both the devices have inbuilt Wi-Fi functionality, which means you will be able to browse the internet easily on either device. One of the biggest advantages of getting a Kindle is that it supports international usage. You can easily take it to anywhere and still be able to purchase and read books, while the Nook does not support this.
