nook, I have my eyes on you

I'm getting closer to buying a dedicated reading device.

I like the features of Barnes & Noble's nook. Some of the cooler ones include in-store specials, lending capability, and support for multiple platforms (FAQs). Seems like nook would be a good opportunity for new authors -- B&N could pair books at special prices -- known author + unknown author.

I've not wanted a separate reading device -- have been happy reading on my phone or Dave's iTouch. Recently, when I read paper (trade paperback-size) copies of Graceling and Fire, I found I didn't mind the larger page size. Kind of liked it, actually.

I think I'll head to a local store this weekend to see if they have their try-it-out model yet. Here's an account of nook marketing in Manhattan. UPDATE: Here's why one reader will pass on the nook.

For me, the only con so far is that the easy-on-the-eyes eInk screen means no backlight; I like being able to read in the dark without wearing a headlamp or using a booklight.

How about you? Are you tempted? Do you have a different ereader device? What would your dream ereader device do (if you had to own one)?

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