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Nook GlowLight Plus review

4.3/10 AVG.
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4.3/10
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The Nook GlowLight Plus currently has an Informr score of 4.3 out of 10. This score is based on our evaluation of 3 sources including reviews from users and the web's most trusted critics.


6"
Screen Size
Screen Size
6"
Yes
Backlight
Backlight
Yes
4 GB
Storage
Storage
4 GB
No
3G
3G
No
21 hours
Reading Time


What the Critics Are Saying...


The Wirecutter
The Wirecutter

If for some reason you don’t want an e-reader from Amazon, this model is the next-best choice.

- Nick Guy, The Wirecutter
Good E-Reader
Good E-Reader

Barnes and Noble is calling the Nook Glowlight Plus the most lightweight e-reader they ever made, at 6.9 ounces. It is waterproof, dust proof, has a super high resolution screen and incorporates software features never seen on an e-reader before. It has a lifetime in-store warranty, which should bui...

- Michael Kozlowski, Good E-Reader


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Screen Size
6"

The Nook GlowLight Plus's screen size is 6 inches with 1072 x 1448 pixels resolution.

Backlight
Yes

There is a built-in backlight for reading in the dark.

Storage
4 GB

Internal memory is 4 GB. No external card slot is available for expansion.

3G
No

This model has no 3G wireless capabilities.

Reading Time
21 hours

The e-reader is powered by a Lithium Polymer (Li-Pol), 5 WHr battery. Battery life is rated for up to 21 hours reading time according to Barnes & Noble's.

Nook GlowLight Plus Specs

Overview
Release Date October 21, 2015
Regions Available USA
Networks
SIM Card Size No
Operating System Unknown
Processor Freescale i.MX6 1 GHz
Internal Storage 4 GB
RAM 512 MB
ROM No
TTY/TDD No
SAR Unknown
Languages English
Manufacturer Warranty 1 Year
Accessories Included AC Charger, Manual, Data Cable
Power & battery
Battery Type Lithium Polymer (Li-Pol)
Battery Capacity 5 WHr
Removable Battery No
Wireless Charging No
Fast Charging No
Battery Charge Time 4 hours
Reading Time Up to 21 hours
Standby Time Up to 42 days
Physical Characteristics
Material Aluminium
Colors Bronze
Dimensions [H x W x D] 16.3 x 11.9 x 0.9 cm (6.4 x 4.7 x 0.4 in)
Weight 195 grams
Water Resistant / Waterproof Water Resistant
Rugged design No
IP Rating IP 67
Display / Screen
Type Grayscale
Technology E-ink
Colors Unknown
Resolution 1072 x 1448 pixels
Pixel Density 300 pixels
Size 6 inches
Backlit Illumination Yes
Zoom / Magnification No
Screen Orientation Lock Yes
Multi-Touch No
Fingerprint-Resistant Coating No
Anti Glare Unknown
Additional Display Features -
Input / Navigation
Touchscreen Yes
Sleep / Wake Key Yes
Home Key No
Page Turn Key Unknown
Physical keyboard No
Text-to-Speech No
Screen Reader No
Keypad/Screen Lock Yes
External Volume Control No
Fingerprint Sensor No
Web / Email / Messaging
Web Browser No
Connectivity
USB Micro-USB 2.0
USB OTG Support No
Infrared No
Bluetooth No
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n
Wi-Fi Encryption No
Memory Expansion Slot No
PC Synchronization No
Audio / Video
Audio Playback No
Video Playback No
Streaming Video No
External Speakers No
Headset Jack No
Vibration Alert No
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Additional Information
Related Links Quick Start Guide (PDF)
Manual (PDF)
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