Nook vs. Sony

[jumpuphigh]

So, I'm wondering if people with Nook have experienced a lack of sturdiness with their devices. My friend has already had to have hers replaced once due to it falling to the ground and being damaged enough to stop working. My Sony has hit the ground a number of times and even without a case, I've not had any problems.

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[jumpuphigh]

I'm thinking she must have gotten one that already was predisposed to breakage since so many people have had good luck with them. I am curious about being able to turn the pages with the touchscreen. The touchscreen I've seen is only on the bottom and has no linking with the book other than using it to select the book to read.

[glitteryv]

I had read about the whole pageturning via the touchscreen at some book blog.

Basically, when reading, if you tap anywhere in the touchscreen area, the book menu will appear. However, if you flick your thumb upwards (to move forward) or downwards (to go back a page), you'll be able to turn the pages without having to use the side buttons.

In all honesty, I tend to flick/swipe either of my thumbs while reading more often than not. It might take a few tries, but it's a neat thing to do.

[jumpuphigh]

That's so cool! I'll have to share that info with her. Thanks