Originally Posted by
djk7
I know these didn't figure into the usage you mentioned above, but no GPS, camera, or cellular data options on the Nooks either, and unless you root or boot a generic Android OS, very limited app selection. Agree that the HD and HD+ displays are gorgeous though.
Someone here said the Nook HD and HD+ now have the regular Google Play app store.
Hadn't been aware of those other limitations, although the only one I'm likely to miss is the front-facing camera. Can't remember if the Nooks have an SD card slot; I'd miss that, although I can live without it for primarily e-reader use.)
The GN8 with LTE from AT&T actually has the bands I'd need for T-mobile, and would be tempting assuming they'd unlock it -- but I don't think I want to go up to $499, and I really don't want white. (I'd likely have just gotten a GN8 a couple months ago, overpriced for my interests or not, if they'd been available in Brown from the beginning.)