can you read in sun light
89875
Yes,. I take my nook out to read and also to watch netflix. You can change brightness settings to your liking.
590947
It IS bright enough to read by. HOWEVER; I would think the color wouldn't be great for reading. It may make the pages look washed out.
33028
I actually think it is easier to read in direct sunlight than a darker environment, just like a regular book.
315140
Not really. It darkens the screen somewhat, but does not make it easier to read in sunlight.
1676242
good enough to read by.. it is a variable light i.e. just push the on button to change light brightness. hope that helps
1112976
Not in direct sunlight but readable in indirect sunlight.Very good in cloudy weather.The main reason I use anti-glare idea for use in areas where there are very bright overhead lights.Also good for stopping self-reflection.ScottyJavea
1732539
I haven't used it for reading but don't see why that would be a problem. I use it for up close carpentry work, etc. My favorite feature, though, is it's focused light for distance outside.
722331
Yes, but I don't recommend it as it diminishes your readability. Thank goodness that I have my original Kindle so that I can read in bright light and sunshine.
2053875
Absolutely, with a caveat -- you have to mount it pretty close. It's got nice, even light, but if you're 5 or 6 feet away from it, the light has dissipated to a point where it's not usable for reading.I would recommend getting a brighter, clip-on light for reading.
1749174
Yes you can. It works real good on bright sunny days. I hardly ever use the illumination.
2156909
Yes you can and it is very easy. When I don't want to put on reading glasses I just increase the size of print. It is really great, and if you don't want to wake anyone , you have the glow light...and you can set how dark you want it. I really do like mine. oops! that is for the nook with the light, but the nook simple is still good.
167715
You can read in an office environment but not necessarily outside.It gets about as dark as a a glowing poster after 20 minutes of light.
747659
Yes! You can adjust it to 10 different brightness settings, and I find 5 and up are just fine for reading.
121234
it really depends on what you need done. If it is the only source of light it will not be bright enough in that size room for reading. In the evening.
741150
Yes the display is readable in bright sunlight. To make the battery last I have a battery management program on it and it will dim it when in doors and brighten it when out doors.
40214
Yes all ereaders that have this type of screen are able to be read in all lighting conditions and in the dark with a light of some sort. It's a completely matt screen so there is no glare of any kind. Hope that helps.
535420
If you have the lamp right next to the book, I guess you could for awhile. The shade on the lamp diffuses the light, so it's much more suited to area lighting. If you want to read, I'd suggest the "Energizer Weatheready 360 Degree LED Area Lantern" ( http://www.amazon.com/Energizer-Weatheready-Degree-Area-Lantern/dp/B0018KS37I/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1388403386&sr=8-3 ). I used the Energizer for several days after Sandy and was able to read newspapers. You still have to have it near the reading material but it works better for reading because the light is not as diffused. In a dark house, this lamp would be safer for using a stairway, for example, than the Energizer, as it covers a bit more area. Different lamps for different needs.