Confirmed: Nook 2 arrives Nov. 7 – Barnes & Nobel to Add In-Store “Nook Boutique”

October 29, 2011

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Confirmed: Nook 2 arrives Nov. 7 - Barnes & Nobel to Add In-Store "Nook Boutique" 3

Barnes & Noble's Nook line of eBook's have been fairly popular with consumers, not only as a digital book but as an affordable tablet capable of running the Android OS. Sources say that the newest version of the device, the Nook 2, will beat Amazon's Kindle Fire to market and will arrive in stores on November 7th. Along with the new unit, Barnes & Noble is said to revamp their stores adding a new “Nook Boutique” equipped with the latest technology and updated marketing materials. Leaks suggest that the new Nook section will be laden with LED TV's and numerous working Nook display models giving the customer the opportunity to try out the device and make a purchase right on the spot.

Sources close to The Digital Reader say they have confirmed all but price and specs on the new unit, the store re-model and device landing are scheduled for November 7th. With no confirmed hardware details you can expect the Nook 2 to be relatively un-upgraded in order to keep price low and compete with the Kindle Fire. While it could have a slightly improved display or moderately improved processor, I wouldn't expect any earth shattering specs here. The competition eBook's would reflect that being lighter, thinner and a lower price point is the way to a customers heart. The possibility for root and Android goodness doesn't hurt either!

[via The Digital Reader]

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