Hopefully not sign of things to come. Needed to wipe my Nook. When I would waken the Nook from sleep, I would use it for a few minutes and then it would shut down and restart. It would be fine after that for that session. But, once it went to sleep for awhile, I would have the same problem.
Was not sure if it was a behavior of the Nook HD + or just mine. Used the Barnes and Noble chat feature. But they didn't help me there. So I emailed them and a recommendation to wipe the device and start again. I did that and it seems operate okay now.
Sunday, May 19, 2013
Nook Is Here
Nook HD+ arrived this past Friday. Was surprised by the speed of delivery, as shipping was free. Charged it that night and played with it yesterday, Saturday. I put some videos on it and I was very disappointed.
The problem is that the Nook HD + screen is bigger and has a pixel density of 256 PPI. Most of my videos are not 720p HDTV quality, as those files are bigger. There is no need to view that file quality on the PlayBook, as you would not really get an improvement in viewing quality. But on the Nook, the videos I loaded onto it looked terrible, you can see the pixels. So now I need better quality videos. And that will take time.
As for as screen color rendition, I find the PlayBook produces nicer whites. Or, it could just be brighter then the Nook. Overall, the Nook's color look better.
The best thing about the PlayBook are the two front facing speakers. Why more devices don't come with front facings speakers is strange. I enjoy watching videos and not using headphones. The speaker on the Nook is on the back. At times, I have covered the speaker with my hand.
The Nook is light for its size. For me, it's comfortable holding for extended periods, better then the PlayBook. I think the larger size of the Nook distributes the weight better, but the PlayBook is heavy for its size.
At this time, I still like the PlayBook better. I like the UI on the PlayBook a lot, it is easy to learn. It seems more natural, intuitive. The native browser is slower, but I know what it can do. I need to play with the Nook more to learn what it can do. What I do find with Android, you have to try things, to figure out which will work. It will take time.
The problem is that the Nook HD + screen is bigger and has a pixel density of 256 PPI. Most of my videos are not 720p HDTV quality, as those files are bigger. There is no need to view that file quality on the PlayBook, as you would not really get an improvement in viewing quality. But on the Nook, the videos I loaded onto it looked terrible, you can see the pixels. So now I need better quality videos. And that will take time.
As for as screen color rendition, I find the PlayBook produces nicer whites. Or, it could just be brighter then the Nook. Overall, the Nook's color look better.
The best thing about the PlayBook are the two front facing speakers. Why more devices don't come with front facings speakers is strange. I enjoy watching videos and not using headphones. The speaker on the Nook is on the back. At times, I have covered the speaker with my hand.
The Nook is light for its size. For me, it's comfortable holding for extended periods, better then the PlayBook. I think the larger size of the Nook distributes the weight better, but the PlayBook is heavy for its size.
At this time, I still like the PlayBook better. I like the UI on the PlayBook a lot, it is easy to learn. It seems more natural, intuitive. The native browser is slower, but I know what it can do. I need to play with the Nook more to learn what it can do. What I do find with Android, you have to try things, to figure out which will work. It will take time.
Sunday, May 12, 2013
I Surrendered
I did it. I ordered a Nook HD + 32GB from barnesandnoble.com yesterday. Went to the Best Buy nearest my work, but they were busy. Got no help from the staff. Left without finding if they even had any in stock.
After arriving at home, opened the PlayBook browser and went online to order one. It supposes to arrive between 2-6 days. I expect it to arrive in 10 days. Free shipping. Got the 32GB for $209.00 + tax.
I really wanted the Nook for the bigger screen and it's high pixel density. Yes, it's low price. The sale price is good at barnesandnoble.com for today, May 12, 2013. And you have the option to pick your order up at a Barnes and Noble store near you.
After arriving at home, opened the PlayBook browser and went online to order one. It supposes to arrive between 2-6 days. I expect it to arrive in 10 days. Free shipping. Got the 32GB for $209.00 + tax.
I really wanted the Nook for the bigger screen and it's high pixel density. Yes, it's low price. The sale price is good at barnesandnoble.com for today, May 12, 2013. And you have the option to pick your order up at a Barnes and Noble store near you.
Thursday, May 9, 2013
Fate Will Decide
Ambivalent of buying the Nook HD + now. It is light, it's screen produces nice colors, it has a 9 inch screen and it cost $180. Plus sales tax. But do I need it?
Had my PlayBook now for a year and a half. It does what a need it to do, play videos. The browser is slow at times. There are a lack of apps, but not sure if the Nook will have any good apps for a tablet either. I have the HTC One V for Android apps. The Nook would be only for watching videos.
So I have decided to let fate determine if I will buy one. Forgot, my birthday is soon upon me, so I will have the money to get one if I wanted. So, I will go the Best Buy nearest my work this Saturday and if they have any available for $180, a will buy one. I write this to force me to do this. I just can't make up my mind. Whatever happens, that will be it.
Sunday, May 5, 2013
Monoprice 9927 Earphones
I've had the Monoprice 9927 earphones for about a month and a half. It sounds great. And they cost me about $7.57 for them. It comes with 3 tips of different sizes. Which makes them an even better deal. It includes shipping, in that I had bought a total of 7 items and shipping was $7. So $1 for the shipping of the earphones.
I had used the pink noise burn in before using, so I can't say if it helps, as I only listened to them after. But I enjoy the sound quality. The cloth cord is nice, as it doesn't tangle as bad as latex ones. As far the cord creating noise from rubbing, it does, but for me it has been tolerable. The ear piece is quite large, so there is a way to wear them. From behind the ear lobe, run the cord over the ear. Come down the front and the place in the ear canal.
But the problem with wearing it like that is it takes too long to put them in and out. I use them at work, for short periods, so it is just too much of hassle. I now use the Monoprice 8319 earphones, which works better. I do like the 9927 better, but it is easier for me to use the 8319.
This blog posting has a picture of how to place the earphones in your ear-
http://thewirecutter.com/reviews/best-headphones-under-30/
I had used the pink noise burn in before using, so I can't say if it helps, as I only listened to them after. But I enjoy the sound quality. The cloth cord is nice, as it doesn't tangle as bad as latex ones. As far the cord creating noise from rubbing, it does, but for me it has been tolerable. The ear piece is quite large, so there is a way to wear them. From behind the ear lobe, run the cord over the ear. Come down the front and the place in the ear canal.
But the problem with wearing it like that is it takes too long to put them in and out. I use them at work, for short periods, so it is just too much of hassle. I now use the Monoprice 8319 earphones, which works better. I do like the 9927 better, but it is easier for me to use the 8319.
This blog posting has a picture of how to place the earphones in your ear-
http://thewirecutter.com/reviews/best-headphones-under-30/
Get the Nook HD +
I'm thinking of buying a Nook HD + from Best Buy. At $179.99 + tax, it sounds like a steal. It has a 1920 x 1280 9" screen. The colors are supposed to be good. Comes with 16GB of memory, with a microSD expansion slot. Weighs 1.1 lbs, kinda light.
I think, but not sure, that it now runs Android 4.0, Ice Cream Sandwich. When the Nook HD + first came out, it used a skin of Android 4.0. The Nook has a store, which you were limited to using for your apps, books, movies and such. But the other day, they announced that they will update the software and allow users to access the Google Play Stores and the Google apps. So, I assume they are more like Ice Cream Sandwich then before.
The downside to the Nook HD + are many. No cameras at all. No GPS. A proprietary charging system. Android 4.0. Android is at 4.2 Jelly Bean. And the speaker is on the back. One of the best thing about the PlayBook are its 2 forward facing speakers.
I'm also assuming it has a mic, because no review said it doesn't.
And now I see Barnes & Noble are selling the Nook HD + for the same price. It had got good reviews, the bad thing was the app selection, so now, with the price drop and app selection, it is a good choice for watching videos on a tablet.
Link to this CNET review
BN Nook HD + Review
I think, but not sure, that it now runs Android 4.0, Ice Cream Sandwich. When the Nook HD + first came out, it used a skin of Android 4.0. The Nook has a store, which you were limited to using for your apps, books, movies and such. But the other day, they announced that they will update the software and allow users to access the Google Play Stores and the Google apps. So, I assume they are more like Ice Cream Sandwich then before.
The downside to the Nook HD + are many. No cameras at all. No GPS. A proprietary charging system. Android 4.0. Android is at 4.2 Jelly Bean. And the speaker is on the back. One of the best thing about the PlayBook are its 2 forward facing speakers.
I'm also assuming it has a mic, because no review said it doesn't.
And now I see Barnes & Noble are selling the Nook HD + for the same price. It had got good reviews, the bad thing was the app selection, so now, with the price drop and app selection, it is a good choice for watching videos on a tablet.
Link to this CNET review
BN Nook HD + Review
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