iPod Touch apps - Kindle and nook ereaders I'm looking at getting an iPod Touch to use mainly as an ebook reader. Has anyone used both the Kindle app and the nook app from Barnes and Nobel? I want to be able to use both apps at the same time and buy books from both stores. I don't want to be limited to just one source. iPod Touch apps - Kindle and nook ereaders I'm looking at getting an iPod Touch to use mainly as an ebook reader. Has anyone used both the Kindle app and the nook app from Barnes and Nobel? I... » Read More iPod Touch apps - Kindle and nook ereaders I'm looking at getting an iPod Touch to use mainly as an ebook reader. Has anyone used both the Kindle app and the nook app from Barnes and Nobel? I want to be able to use both apps at the same time and buy books from both stores. I don't want to be limited to just one source. « Show Less
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Thanks Carol D. That's exactly what I wanted to know. I've seen demo's on the Stanza and Kindle apps. Now I just need to head to an Apple store and see if I can read on the thing. Thanks!
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i want to buy an ipod touch or a nook. I can't decide because i really want a good, big ereader, without destroying my eyes. on the flip side, i want to listen to music, and i like to play games on the ipod....i just don't want to spend my money on something ill regret, cause i've worked hard for the money. So please help me guys.....thanks!
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I read books on my ipod all the time, whole books. I've never had any other reader. The iPod touch is fine to read on. You can adjust font and background/text colors. While a page on the iPod doesn't show as much as a page in a book it has never been a problem for me.
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Do you have to own a Kindle to read the kindle books on your Ipod Touch? I would like to be able to read books on my device but don't want to put out the cost of a Kindle to be able to do it.
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I downloaded the different readers--I feel the same way. Getting used to reading on the little screen, well, it is nice to read in the dark with the lights off. I am now trying to get used to reading with the scroll function (it goes too slow, and then, when I want to reread a passage, it still takes some thought on how to stop the scrolling).
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I've read with it outside without problem. However, just like with any device the light play (where the light is in relation to you and the device) is going to factor in. There are multiple color options though, which may help alleviate any lighting issue. There is Black and White (Black Letters, White Background), White and Black (White Letters, Black Background), and Sepia.
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Yes, I have the Kindle app, the Barnes and Nobel app and Stanza on my iPod touch. Works great.
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No, you don't need a Kindle. Just download the Kindle App on your Ipod Touch and from there you can buy books that will be downloaded straight to the Ipod. I can read just fine on my 3G 32gb Ipod Touch, plus you can enlarge the print if you need to. It's great for when you're stuck somewhere without a book, or traveling, etc. and don't want to be bothered with carrying a hardback book.
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To 5 yorkies and H. Bowman: This should work just fine for the both of you. I've had this a few days, but today was the first time I've really had time to play with it. Its taken all day to get to get an eReader that will work good. This unit comes with Aldiko as the eReader app, but I couldn't figure out how to buy/download books (it comes with downloads to tons of free books, but thats not what I was looking for). Someone else on this site gave a web address to download Kindle for Android and now I have it downloaded (even started reading the book I was looking for). I was able to setup my email right away, although it didn't work very well through the setup wizard (I have yahoo mail). Since I already have an android phone, I checked the settings on my phone and just did a manual setup using the same settings. If you have any questions, feel free to ask and I will do what I can do help. Good luck to you...I'm loving my new tablet so far.
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Yes, to the IPod. Compatibility wise, they seem to have a bias towards Apple product. In regards to the Nook, it is limited in its compatibility.
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I got rid of my Nook. Get a Kindle, you will be a lot happier. Nooks are junk.
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Yes you can get the Kindle app for the Cruz Reader (just downloaded it - you can go through their Cruz Market to get to the freewarelovers.com/android/category/reference market or just go there directly in your browser and the Kindle app is there) I'm guessing they have some kind of an agreement with Borders to not advertise how exactly to get the other eReader apps since it comes with the Borders app as the base eReader
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I have the Kindle & my daughter has the Nook. We share by loading books on to our computer on a free program called Calibre. Calibre has a "convert" feature that converts back & forth from Mobi to epub or epub to Mobi since they require different formats (or pdf, etc...) then we load to the other person's reader. Works fabulously!
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Mine came with the Kindle app in it so I am able to get kindle books. It comes with Google Play/Google store where you can get all kinds of books, movies, games, music. I also went to Barnes & Noble and set up an account & got the Nook app, Actually the Nook app is available in the Google store for free. Now I am able to get books there also. A if you go to www.bookbub.com they will send you a list of daily specials. You pick the genres you are interested in reading.
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You need the phorus app. to use the speakers. I have a kindle ,nano,and a iPad I have 2 speakers and can use them separately or together using the app. So it is possible to use the speakers if you can get the phorus app on each device
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You might search under NOOK HD/HD+ Support on the barnes & noble website. If the device has bluetooth then since it runs on android it technically should work on the Nook HD+ as long as the nook doesn't have any major changes from stock android anymore than any other OEM Android device. It may be hit or miss according to the Nook HD+ support forums.
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I know it's probably too late for the person who asked this; but for anyone else with the same question...I think giving any of the Kindle e-readers (not necessarily the kindle fire 'tablets') would be a better idea...they are CHEAPER, and they'll be much more versatile. Not only can you install a Bible on them, they can hold virtually thousands of other books!! I have owned this particular item AND I've had a Kindle touch; the latter was cheaper, lasted longer and was sooooo much more versatile! (I do not have any connection or work with Amazon)
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The kindle app is available for Android that is able to load your library from amazon and allows you to purchase more books. I use it all the time to read magazines and books I have purchased from amazon.
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It comes with the Kobo eReader app already installed on it. There are currently no Kindle or Nook apps for it, but when it is able to run Android apps, I'm sure that you'll be able to get both those readers on it. I hope that helps.
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You can change pages with buttons or by touch on the Simple Touch - but not on the new lighted model. Other functions are only by touch though. Can she use a stylus instead of her finger? Otherwise, maybe she could could find a used first generation Nook to buy. I bought my Simple Touch used on Amazon. Good luck!
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yes. kindle and nook have a free app at the play store. likely able to check e-books from your public library
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Yes, I have installed the KINDLE app as well as the NOOK app. The BORDERS app comes with it it and all three work GREAT! I have bought and am reading books from all 3 sources. You can get the Kindle app at freewarelovers.com, and I found the NOOK app by searching for bn.ereader.apk (I think it came up as bn.ereader-2.apk). I really like not being tethered to only one source for purchasing eBooks.
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Yes you can. There are several options to choose from. I downloaded the Kobo app and purchase books thru them. Then i just open and read them in the app. I've also read that library ebooks can now be read using the kindle app, but i haven't tried it. If you google it there are many options for you to choose from.
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Dear Michelle,I think that in overall, Kindle provides better services in Europe (3G, buying online etc). Although the Nook has also these features, you are not allowed to use the online shopping services if you are not a US residence. Unfortunatelly Amazon's store does not have books in my mother language (Catalan), so I'm "forced" to purchase the best e-reader using ePub format. Of course, when I got my Nook I'll give you some feedback. Nice to discuss with you.Xavi