[Q] Kindle App on Nook Tablet?

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Having a hard time deciding whether to get the kindle fire or nook tablet. I was originally leaning toward the fire based on the amount of kindle e-books I already have and amazon prime content available to stream. However, I'm really not liking the offline usability of the fire (only 6.5GB usable storage and no SD slot).

So with that said, I think the nook tablet is the way to go, but I still need access to the kindle app. Doing some searches here leads to to believe this will only be possible by rooting the device. I thought that anything in the android market was fair game on the nook? no?

What do you all think. Anyone currently running the kindle app on the nook color? Did you have to root? Thanks in advance.

Its not that you 'have to root', its you WANT to root this device and unlock all its potential!

Currently, the only Market available to a stock Nook is the BN market...just the standard store. BN makes it 'difficult' for Nook users to get the Kindle app. Its not impossible, but if you are going down this road just to get the Kindle App, you might as well root the Nook.

Also, keep in mind that the Kindle App does not provide you the complete experience of the Amazon ecosystem. I'm not 100% sure what is missing but it is not 100% the same.

If I were in your position, I would research a way to convert your current files to a more friendly format. So you can purchase the hardware that you are comfortable with.

Most sites question the legality of removing the DRM from a file but as long as you do not re-distribute or start your own website of discount epub books, you should be okay. I would equate it with making a legal copy of a dvd for your own library.

right on... thanks for the replies.

I've actually ordered both, and plan to put them head-to-head (which is still less than an ipad). I really like the "amazon experience" idea and have had a kindle for years, but spend a decent amount of time in areas lacking wifi or even 3g signal. So I want the storage flexibility the nook offers. Really, I'm just glad I have to make this decision. Kudos to both companies.

That said, I will be reporting back with my findings.

Originally Posted by discothan

Its not that you 'have to root', its you WANT to root this device and unlock all its potential!

and yes, I'm sure I will!