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A family of Android-based e-book readers and tablet computers from Barnes & Noble. Introduced in 2009, the monochrome E Ink devices are designed for book reading and extended battery life, which...
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Definition: NOOK
A family of Android-based e-book readers and tablet computers from Barnes & Noble. Introduced in 2009, the monochrome E Ink devices are designed for book reading and extended battery life, which E Ink screens are noted for. The tablets, which feature an LCD color screen, are general-purpose Android devices; however, apps must be obtained from the Barnes & Noble online store. For more information, visit www.barnesandnoble.com. See tablet computer and E Ink.
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