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===Alternative operating systems===
===Alternative operating systems===
In addition to the stock firmware provided by Barnes and Noble, the Nook Tablet can also run free, 3rd-party, alternative [[Android (operating system)|Android]] operating systems such as [[CyanogenMod]]. These replacement distributions typically include advanced tablet features such as [[overclocking]], a regular Android tablet interface, and even offer access to competing stores such as the [[Google Play]] store and [[Amazon Appstore]].<ref>{{cite web|work=AndroidForNook.com|title=CM7, Miui, Phiremod - What's the Difference? |url=http://androidfornook.com/forum/showthread.php?tid=15|year=2012|accessdate=May 24, 2012}}</ref> Alternative operating systems may be run either from the [[MultiMediaCard#eMMCinternal storage|emmc]] or via a [[Secure Digital|microSD card]], which allows [[multi boot|multi-booting]]. When the card is in the slot, the Nook Tablet will start from the operating system on the SD card. Otherwise, it will boot from the emmc.
In addition to the stock firmware provided by Barnes and Noble, the Nook Tablet can run free, third-party, alternative [[Android (operating system)|Android]] operating systems such as [[CyanogenMod]]. These replacement distributions typically include advanced tablet features such as [[overclocking]], a regular Android tablet interface, and even offer access to competing stores such as the [[Google Play]] store and [[Amazon Appstore]].<ref>{{cite web|work=AndroidForNook.com|title=CM7, Miui, Phiremod - What's the Difference? |url=http://androidfornook.com/forum/showthread.php?tid=15|year=2012|accessdate=May 24, 2012}}</ref> Alternative operating systems may be run either from the [[MultiMediaCard#eMMCinternal storage|emmc]] or via a [[Secure Digital|microSD card]], which allows [[multi boot|multi-booting]]. When the card is in the slot, the Nook Tablet will start from the operating system on the SD card. Otherwise, it will boot from the emmc.


While nearly all replacement firmwares for the Nook Tablet are available as a free download, and instructions are readily available to install to either external microSD cards or internal storage,<ref>[http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1534192 CM9 for NT available for free]</ref><ref>{{cite web|accessdate=May 23, 2012|title=CyanogenMod 7 Root Gives Nook Tablet Extra Functionality|first=Elizabeth|last= Fish|work=PCWorld|date=February 6, 2012|url=http://www.pcworld.com/article/249379/cyanogenmod_7_root_gives_nook_tablet_extra_functionality.html}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|work=Liliputing|url=http://liliputing.com/2012/03/how-to-dual-boot-cyanogenmod-7-nook-tablet-os-with-a-microsd-card.html|accessdate=May 23, 2012|year=2012|title= How to dual-boot CyanogenMod 7, NOOK Tablet OS with a microSD card}}</ref> pre-installed versions on microSD cards are also available for sale by vendors who have repackaged the free software.<ref>{{cite web|work=PC Magazine|url=http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2391517,00.asp|title=N2A Card (for Nook Color)|date=September 7, 2011|accessdate=May 23, 2012}}</ref><ref>{{cite news|title=AndroidForNook (AFN) 8GB CyanogenMod (CM7) Dual Boot Android Micro SD For Nook Tablet Reviews|date=June 21, 2012|url=http://info.cevx.me/?p=38390|journal=info of CEVX: Kim Wolhuter - ''The Wildcast Podcast''|first=Kim|last= Wolhuter}}</ref>
While nearly all replacement firmwares for the Nook Tablet are available as free downloads, and instructions are readily available to install to either external microSD cards or internal storage,<ref>[http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1534192 CM9 for NT available for free]</ref><ref>{{cite web|accessdate=May 23, 2012|title=CyanogenMod 7 Root Gives Nook Tablet Extra Functionality|first=Elizabeth|last= Fish|work=PCWorld|date=February 6, 2012|url=http://www.pcworld.com/article/249379/cyanogenmod_7_root_gives_nook_tablet_extra_functionality.html}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|work=Liliputing|url=http://liliputing.com/2012/03/how-to-dual-boot-cyanogenmod-7-nook-tablet-os-with-a-microsd-card.html|accessdate=May 23, 2012|year=2012|title= How to dual-boot CyanogenMod 7, NOOK Tablet OS with a microSD card}}</ref> pre-installed versions on microSD cards are also available for sale by vendors who have repackaged the free software.<ref>{{cite web|work=PC Magazine|url=http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2391517,00.asp|title=N2A Card (for Nook Color)|date=September 7, 2011|accessdate=May 23, 2012}}</ref><ref>{{cite news|title=AndroidForNook (AFN) 8GB CyanogenMod (CM7) Dual Boot Android Micro SD For Nook Tablet Reviews|date=June 21, 2012|url=http://info.cevx.me/?p=38390|journal=info of CEVX: Kim Wolhuter - ''The Wildcast Podcast''|first=Kim|last= Wolhuter}}</ref>


==References==
==References==

Revision as of 12:29, 3 June 2014

Nook Tablet
ManufacturerBarnes & Noble
TypeLithium ion, 11.5 hours reading or 9 hours of video on a charge
Release dateNovember 17, 2011; 13 years ago (2011-11-17)
Introductory priceMSRP: $179 (8 GB) or $199 (16 GB)
Units sold5 million (as of mid October 2012)[1]
Operating systemAndroid 2.3 with customized UI
CPU1 GHz TI OMAP4 dual-core
Memory512 MB or 1 GB RAM
Storage8 or 16 GB internal storage,
microSDHC expands up to 32 GB
Display7-inch VividView color touchscreen
16 million+ colors, IPS2 display, 1024 X 600, 169 pixels per inch (PPI)
GraphicsPowerVR SGX540
InputCapacitive multitouch screen
ConnectivityWireless via Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n
PowerInstalled rechargeable battery
Dimensions8.1 in (206 mm) H
5.0 in (127 mm) W
0.48 in (12.2 mm) D
Mass14.1 oz (400 g)
PredecessorNook Color
SuccessorNook HD and Nook HD+
WebsiteOfficial website

The Nook Tablet is a tablet e-reader/media player that was marketed by Barnes & Noble. It follows the Nook Color and is intended to compete with both e-book readers and tablet computers.[2]

The Nook Tablet 16 GB version was announced on November 7, 2011 and became available on November 17 for US$249.[3] Barnes & Noble released the Nook Tablet 8 GB on February 21, 2012.[4] Both versions have a 7 inch (18 cm) screen, a microSDHC slot compatible with cards up to 32 GB in size, 8 or 16 GB of internal storage, a 1 GHz dual-core processor, and a FAT32 file system. Additionally, the 16 GB model has 1 GB of RAM, ROM of 16 GB eMMC, and 11 GB of storage capacity; the 8 GB model has 512 MB of RAM and ROM of 8 GB eMMC.[5] The Nook Tablet models were discontinued shorty after the release of the Nook HD and Nook HD+.[6]

According to estimates by Forrester Research, about 5 million units were sold as of mid October 2012, making the Nook the third-bestselling tablet after Apple's iPad and Amazon's Kindle Fire.[1]

Design

The device is based on the Nook Color design by Yves Béhar from fuseproject. Its frame is gray in color, with an angled lower corner intended to evoke a turned page. The textured back is designed to make holding the device comfortable.[7]

Supported file types

Comparison

16 GB version

A 16 GB version was announced on November 7, 2011 and became available on November 17 for US$249. Of the 16 GB internal storage, 13 GB is available for content, with only 1 GB available for sideloaded, non-Barnes & Noble content.[8] Barnes & Noble announced that as of March 12, 2012, users could bring their Nook Tablets 16 GB into stores for repartitioning to increase the internal storage for sideloaded content.[9] On August 12, 2012, Barnes & Noble lowered the price to US$199 to compete with the Kindle Fire. On November 4, 2012, the price was further reduced to US$179.[citation needed]

8 GB version

On February 22, 2012, Barnes & Noble released the Nook Tablet 8 GB at US$199 to compete with the Kindle Fire.[10] The differences against the 16 GB model are: 512 MB RAM and 8 GB of internal storage, of which 5 GB is available for user content and 1 GB is reserved for NOOK Store content.[citation needed] On August 12, 2012 Barnes & Noble lowered the price to $179.[citation needed] On November 4, 2012 the price was further reduced to US$159.[citation needed]

Modifying the Nook Tablet

Rooting

Developers have found means to root the device, which, as Brad Linder at Liliputing explains, "provides access to hidden files and settings, making it possible to run apps that require deep access to your file system or make dramatic changes to your device. For instance you can use apps such as Titanium Backup to back up or restore all of the apps on your device."[11][12] Numerous websites, including Liliputing, offer downloadable software and step-by-step directions to do-it-yourselfers.[11][12][13][14]

Alternative operating systems

In addition to the stock firmware provided by Barnes and Noble, the Nook Tablet can run free, third-party, alternative Android operating systems such as CyanogenMod. These replacement distributions typically include advanced tablet features such as overclocking, a regular Android tablet interface, and even offer access to competing stores such as the Google Play store and Amazon Appstore.[15] Alternative operating systems may be run either from the emmc or via a microSD card, which allows multi-booting. When the card is in the slot, the Nook Tablet will start from the operating system on the SD card. Otherwise, it will boot from the emmc.

While nearly all replacement firmwares for the Nook Tablet are available as free downloads, and instructions are readily available to install to either external microSD cards or internal storage,[16][17][18] pre-installed versions on microSD cards are also available for sale by vendors who have repackaged the free software.[19][20]

References

  1. ^ a b Chen, Brian X. (October 19, 2012). "How Are 7-Inch Tablets Doing?". The New York Times. Retrieved October 20, 2012.
  2. ^ Heater, Brian (November 7, 2011). "Barnes & Noble's Nook Tablet gets real, we go hands-on (video)". Engadget. Retrieved November 7, 2011.
  3. ^ Ziegler, Chris (November 7, 2011). "Nook Tablet announced: $249, available November 17th". The Verge. Retrieved November 7, 2011.
  4. ^ Barnes & Noble (February 21, 2012). "Press Release - Barnes & Noble Introduces NOOK Tablet™ – 8GB For Incredibly Low Price of $199: New Addition to Hot-Selling, Highly Rated NOOK Tablet Line Offers Fastest, Lightest, Most Powerful Tablet with the Best in Reading and Entertainment, Now in 8GB, at an Amazing Value" (PDF). Retrieved May 24, 2012.
  5. ^ Barnes & Noble. "NOOK Tablet Specs (16GB & 8GB)". nookdeveloper.barnesandnoble.com. Retrieved June 7, 2012.
  6. ^ Carmody, Tim (November 7, 2011). "Nook Fires Back: Tablet & E-Reader Family Aims At Amazon and More". Wired Magazine. Archived from the original on November 7, 2011. Retrieved November 7, 2011.
  7. ^ http://www.robaid.com/gadgets/nookcolor-is-a-logical-step-for-new-e-readers.htm
  8. ^ http://www.barnesandnoble.com/p/nook-tablet-barnes-noble/1104687969
  9. ^ http://bookclubs.barnesandnoble.com/t5/NOOK-Tablet-General-Discussion/Introducing-NOOK-Tablet-8GB/m-p/1295351#M7447
  10. ^ http://www.androidcentral.com/8gb-nook-tablet-official-199-nook-color-drops-169
  11. ^ a b Liwen (January 30, 2012). "Easily Root Your Nook Tablet With An SD Card". xda-developers.com. Retrieved May 24, 2012.
  12. ^ a b Linder, Brad editor (March 4, 2012). "Root tool for the 8GB NOOK Tablet now available". Liliputing.com. Retrieved May 24, 2012. {{cite web}}: |author= has generic name (help)
  13. ^ Crider, Michael (January 27, 2012). "New Nook Tablet root method requires just a MicroSD card and a reboot". Retrieved May 24, 2012.
  14. ^ Mack, Eric (December 22, 2011). "Electronics: How to Root the Nook Tablet". gizmag.com. Retrieved May 24, 2012.
  15. ^ "CM7, Miui, Phiremod - What's the Difference?". AndroidForNook.com. 2012. Retrieved May 24, 2012.
  16. ^ CM9 for NT available for free
  17. ^ Fish, Elizabeth (February 6, 2012). "CyanogenMod 7 Root Gives Nook Tablet Extra Functionality". PCWorld. Retrieved May 23, 2012.
  18. ^ "How to dual-boot CyanogenMod 7, NOOK Tablet OS with a microSD card". Liliputing. 2012. Retrieved May 23, 2012.
  19. ^ "N2A Card (for Nook Color)". PC Magazine. September 7, 2011. Retrieved May 23, 2012.
  20. ^ Wolhuter, Kim (June 21, 2012). "AndroidForNook (AFN) 8GB CyanogenMod (CM7) Dual Boot Android Micro SD For Nook Tablet Reviews". info of CEVX: Kim Wolhuter - The Wildcast Podcast. {{cite news}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in: |journal= (help)
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