Comparison of E-Book Readers - 5 Questions

• Are you looking for a dedicated ebook reader such as the Amazon Kindle, Barnes and Noble nook, or Borders’ Kobo? Or do you plan to use this ebook reader for basic tablet computer functions like browsing the web and checking emails? If you answered yes to the latter question, then the nook color ebook reader may be what you’re looking for. But hold on, don’t jump in to the nook color yet, read on before coming to a conclusion. Don’t forget to read our Nook Touch vs Nook Color Review if you are looking to kill two birds (tablet computer and ebook reader) with one stone (B&N Nook Color).
• Do you travel often or will you have constant access to a Wi-Fi wireless internet connection? If you are the former kind, you may need an ereader with a 3G connection. 3G lets you download ebooks, magazines, newspapers and other electronic media to your ebook reader even when you are on the go. Any reliable comparison of ebook readers will tell you that currently only the Kindle 3 has 3G connectivity! Both the 6 inch version and the 9.7″ Amazon Kindle DX come with 3G wireless connectivity. The current nook and Kobo ebook readers can only connect to a Wi-Fi connection.
• Are you a heavy iPhone or iPad user and addicted to the benefits of the touch screen? A touch screen can be extremely useful, especially if you are used to it. On the new nook Touch ebook reader as well as the Kobo reader, you can use their touch-screen functionality to ‘turn’ pages, highlight content, look for online ebooks etc. etc. The current Kindle does not have a touch screen.
• Do you hate reading on small screens especially when you can only use the landscape mode? If you could turn your ebook reader by 180 degrees and if the ebook also automatically turned allowing you to read content on a portrait mode, you would get a wider screen! If you want an e-reader with portrait mode reading, the Kindle 3 is your friend!
• Would you use your ebook reader for audio functions? What if you could listen to your favorite MP3 music, audio books from Audible books or even get the e-book reader to narrate the text for you while you keep your eyes closed and rest on the beach? Any comparison of ebook readers will tell you that the Kindle 3 is the only ereader that lets you do this. Neither the nook nor the Kobo reader have these options unfortunately and you will have to carry your MP3 player separately with you.

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