Did B&N Pass On the 6.8" E-ink Screen That Kobo Snapped Up? 132
Nate the greatest writes "Rumor has it that the new high resolution E-ink screen on the Kobo Aura HD was originally intended for another ereader maker. Inside sources have told me that B&N had first claim on the initial production run of 300,000 6.8' screens, only B&N decided to pass. If this rumor is true then this was the screen that B&N would have used on their new ereader this year. Can you imagine what a Nook Glow HD would have been like? I think it would be the next best thing to a 7" Android tablet with an E-ink screen. It's a shame we might never see it." While flying cars are still on my wishlist, daylight readable screens for more portable devices are even higher up the list.
Re:Am I missing something (Score:4, Funny)
It can be read in total darkness, if you use a flashlight.
6.8' (Score:4, Funny)
Obvious typ-o, but I feel compelled to make stupid jokes.
"300,000 6.8' screens"
My 60" TV isn't even 6'.
On a 6.8' eReader, you'd only have to turn the page once every hour or so depending on how fast you read.
Doesn't that come to over 386 miles of screen?
6.8' screen? (Score:4, Funny)
I fear you have made the Stonehenge mistake, only in reverse.
Re:Kobo (Score:2, Funny)
My local Chapters doesn't sell bricks or mortar.