 The Wikipedia home page on a Nook Color | |
| Manufacturer | Barnes & Noble |
|---|---|
| Release date | 16 November 2010 (Wi-Fi only) |
| Introductory price | US$249; US$139 (current) |
| Operating system | Android 2.2 Froyo custom (software update - ver 1.4.3 [06/20/2012]) |
| CPU | 800 MHz ARM Cortex-A8-based TI OMAP3621[1] |
| Memory | 512 MB |
| Storage | 8 GB internal 32 GB max via microSD |
| Display | 7-inch 1024 x 600 px WSVGA IPS LCD at 170 ppi |
| Graphics | PowerVR SGX 530 |
| Input | Capacitive multitouch screen with side volume, Nook Home, and power button |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, USB, Bluetooth(Disabled on stock firmware) |
| Power | Installed battery 3.7 v 4000 mAh (8 hours with Wi-Fi off) |
| Dimensions | 8.1 in (210 mm) H 5.0 in (130 mm) W 0.48 in (12 mm) D |
| Mass | 15.8 oz (450 g) |
| Successor | Nook Tablet |
| Website | Official website |
The Nook Color is a tablet computer/e-reader that was marketed by Barnes & Noble. A 7-inch (18 cm) tablet with multitouch touchscreen input,[2] it is the first device in the Nook line to feature a full-color screen. The device is designed for viewing of books, newspapers, magazines, and children's picture books. A limited number of the children's books available for the Nook Color include interactive animations and the option to have a professional voice actor read the story. It was announced on 26 October 2010 and shipped on 16 November 2010.[3] Nook Color became available at the introductory price of US$249. In December 2011, with the release of the Nook Tablet, it lowered to US$169. On 12 August 2012, the price lowered to US$149. On 4 November 2012, the price was further lowered to US$139. The tablet ran on Android.
As of December 2012, Barnes and Noble discontinued the Nook Color in favor of the Nook HD and Nook HD+.
- ^ Melanson, Donald (28 October 2010). "Nook Color processor revealed: ARM Cortex A8-based TI OMAP3621". Engadget. AOL. Retrieved 9 January 2011.
- ^ Miller, Ross (26 October 2010). "Nook Color first hands-on! (updated: with video)". Engadget. AOL. Retrieved 9 January 2011.
- ^ Davies, Chris (16 November 2010). "B&N NOOK Color on sale now; new firmware for original NOOK next week". SlashGear. R3 Media LLC. Retrieved 9 January 2011.