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Nook Glowlight Plus 7.8 review

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The Nook Glowlight Plus 7.8 currently has an Informr score of 7.3 out of 10. This score is based on our evaluation of 3 sources including reviews from users and the web's most trusted critics.
7.8"
Screen Size
Screen Size
7.8"
Yes
Backlight
Backlight
Yes
8 GB
Storage
Storage
8 GB
No
3G
3G
No
-
Reading Time

What the Critics Are Saying...

The eBook Reader
The eBook Reader

The 7.8-inch Glowlight Plus is a nice ebook reader overall if you’re just looking at the hardware. The screen looks good. The frontlight color is adjustable. The page buttons are comfortable to use. It’s waterproof, and the price is reasonable compared to competing products. But like usual with Nook...

- The eBook Reader
Good E-Reader
Good E-Reader

The E Ink 300 PPI screen and 7.8 inch display is easy on the eyes and really excels are reading books. The system plays nicely with sideloaded content, but if you are loading in a bunch of files all at once, maybe sure to hit the sync button at the top of your library screen. The front-light system...

- Michael Kozlowski, Good E-Reader
PC Magazine
PC Magazine

 Barnes & Noble's Nook GlowLight Plus ebook reader has great hardware for the price, but its software and services are limited and buggy.

- Sascha Segan, PC Magazine

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Screen Size
7.8"

The Nook Glowlight Plus 7.8's screen size is 7.8 inches with 1404 x 1872 pixels resolution.
Backlight
Yes

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

Internal memory is 8 GB. No external card slot is available for expansion.
3G
No

This model has no 3G wireless capabilities.
Reading Time
-

The e-reader is powered by a Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery.

Nook Glowlight Plus 7.8 Specs

Overview
Release Date May 27, 2019
Regions Available USA
Networks
SIM Card Size
Operating System Custom

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Processor Freescale Solo Lite IMX.6 Single-core 1 GHz
Internal Storage 8 GB
RAM 1 GB
ROM
TTY/TDD
SAR Unknown
Languages English
Manufacturer Warranty 1 Year
Accessories Included USB Power Adapter, Manual, Data Cable
Power & battery
Battery Type Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Battery Capacity Unknown
Removable Battery
Wireless Charging
Fast Charging
Battery Charge Time Unknown
Reading Time Unknown
Standby Time Up to 28 days
Physical Characteristics
Material Plastic
Colors Black
Dimensions [H x W x D] 21.1 x 15 x 0.9 cm (8.3 x 5.9 x 0.4 in)
Weight 275
Water Resistant / Waterproof Water Resistant
Rugged design
IP Rating IP x7
Display / Screen
Type Grayscale
Technology E-ink
Colors
Resolution 1404 x 1872 pixels
Pixel Density 300 pixels
Size 7.8 inches
Backlit Illumination
Zoom / Magnification
Screen Orientation Lock
Multi-Touch
Fingerprint-Resistant Coating
Anti Glare
Additional Display Features Scratch-resistant screen
Input / Navigation
Touchscreen
Sleep / Wake Key
Home Key
Page Turn Key
Physical keyboard
Text-to-Speech Unknown
Screen Reader Unknown
Keypad/Screen Lock
External Volume Control
Fingerprint Sensor
Web / Email / Messaging
Web Browser
Connectivity
USB Micro-USB 2.0
USB OTG Support
Infrared
Bluetooth
Bluetooth Profiles OPP/FTP
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Wi-Fi Encryption WEP/WPA/WPA2
Memory Expansion Slot
PC Synchronization
Audio / Video
Audio Playback
Audio Formats MIDI, MP3
Video Playback
Streaming Video
External Speakers
Headset Jack 3.5mm
Vibration Alert
Content Formats Supported
Content Formats Supported BMP, EPUB, GIF, JPEG, PDF, PNG
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