Kindle vs. Nook: Which E-Reader Should You Gift?

Kindle, Nook or iPad? That's the question nearly every American consumer asks himself after deciding to purchase (or gift) an e-reader.

E-ink readers are smaller, lighter, faster and cheaper than they were when Amazon introduced its first $399 Kindle in late 2007. Gone are the physical keyboards (in most cases) that added 1.5 inches to the length of the device. Displays are crisper, and back-lit versions eliminate the need for an external light attachment.

E-readers come in a variety of sizes, screen types and prices. At the most basic, the six-inch black and white e-ink e-readers are the most portable, least expensive ($80 to $150) and have the longest battery life. In the second cat…
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