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Barnes & Noble Plays Hardball in the Tablet Space

As every observer of the tech space knows, the tablet market is absolutely on fire, making these handy little devices a key part of the future. And although not your typical tech company, Barnes & Noble has done an admirable job adapting to the digital age. The brick-and-mortar retail company recently doubled down with its Nook tab. The Fool's technology editor sat down to explain the move and what it means for investors.

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  • Report this Comment On August 31, 2012, at 8:50 PM, NaplesForever wrote:

    They will have to give the Nook Tablet away. I bought one last November and then B & N locked up the operating system so you can not get apps or content from anyone other than B & N at inflated prices.

    I just purchased a Google Nexus 7 tablet and it is great. Faster than the Nook and complete access to the Play Store and thousands of free apps. Google now has my goodwill and I even purchased an e book for my wife which I refused to buy from B & N at same price.

    I am trying to find a use for my Nook tablet now other a paperweight. No reason for B & N to exist with Amazon and Google as competitors.

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