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• Why the Nook is Worth Waiting For Want a Nook but wonder if it's worth the wait? January 11 is not such a long delay for the year's hottest gift--that isn't a robotic hamster.
• BN Shoppers Disappointed by Nook Delay A steady stream of Barnes & Noble bookstore customers checked out mock-ups of the Nook e-reader at a Boston area retail store, and several expressed disappointment that the device isn't on sale in stores as earlier promised.
• Kindle Sales Hot in November, Amazon Says The online bookseller didn't say how many Kindles it sold in November, but figures include sales before traditionally lucrative Cyber Monday.
• Did Kindle Sales Get a Boost from Nook's Fumble? Amazon knows about supply shortages, but this time the Kindle may benefit from its competitors' inventory control issues.
• Why E-book Readers Make Bad Holiday Gifts Sure, the e-book market has never been better — but that doesn't mean you should buy an e-book reader as a gift. At least not this year.
• Kindle, Nook and Other E-Readers to Take Off in 2010 Lower prices, ease of use, and improved technology could give e-readers a big boost in the coming year.
• Amazon Improves Kindle Battery, Adds PDF Support Device's wireless-on life boosted to seven days on a charge, and PDF support obviates conversion to Kindle’s native format.
• Kindle PDF Support Broadens Ebook Reader Appeal for Businesses Amazon's Kindle has blazed the trail for ebook readers, but now faces tough competition. Adding PDF support broadens the appeal of devices and highlights convergence of personal and business use.
• Kindle Update Boosts Battery Life, Adds PDF Support Amazon has given its Kindle a software update that it says boosts battery life and now allows people to read PDFs on their Kindles.
• Sold-out! Grinch Steals Nook Christmas No, Virginia, there is no Nook for Christmas. Shortage means you are more likely to find Santa Claus than a Nook e-reader under this year's Christmas tree.
• Kindle for PC: Try E-Books without Buying an E-Reader Amazon releases Kindle for PC, Windows software for reading Kindle e-books on a PC — a Mac version is coming soon.
• Kindle for PC Released, Color Kindle Coming Soon? Amazon offers free Kindle software app for PCs, Apple version on its way.
• Nook eReader Demand Delays Shipments Barnes and Noble announced that demand is exceeding production for the new Nook eReader and shipments will be delayed. There are a lot of newcomers in the eReader market, but the Nook is the biggest threat yet to Amazon's Kindle.
• Step Aside, Kindle -- Nook Has Android on Its Side The Nook has two important capabilities that could expand the market for e-book readers beyond Amazon's device.
• iPhone e-Books Don't Threaten Kindle Or Nook iPhone books fulfill a different purpose than books on the dedicated e-reader devices.
• iPhone as an eBook Reader Threatens Kindle, Says Report Amazon faces competition from the iPhone and iPod Touch when it comes to e-book readers and the Kindle.
• Interead Cool-ER E-Book Reader The Cool-ER's usabiity isn't quite up to its good looks, but it delivers solid e-book features at a midrange price.
• Sony Reader Pocket Edition (PRS-300) E-Book Reader The Sony Reader Pocket Edition delivers mainstream e-book features in a highly portable package at a great price.
• Amazon Kindle DX E-Book Reader Though the Kindle DX is an impressive e-book reader, its high price will likely turn off some prospective buyers.
• Sony Reader Touch Edition (PRS-600) E-Book Reader With the addition of ePub support, the Sony Reader Touch Edition shapes up as a formidable competitor to Amazon's Kindle for those who want a sturdier and more elegant reader.
• Astak EZ Reader PocketPro E-Book Reader The Astak EZReader PocketPro has lots of great features for its price, but they don't make up for poor font options and subpar usability.
• Foxit eSlick e-Book Reader It's slightly cheaper than a Kindle, but the savings don't cover the difference in quality.
• Amazon Shakes up Kindle Selection The online retailer dumps the Kindle 2; can we blame the Nook?
• Amazon's Kindle for PC App: 10 Things to Know Amazon's announced plans for a Kindle for PC desktop application. Here's everything you need to know about the program, what it'll do, and when you can get it.
• Windows 7 Launch: Kindle Comes to Windows Today's Windows 7 launch included this piece of news: Amazon will release a Kindle app for Windows.