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| Product | Amazon Kindle DX | Amazon Kindle Paperwhite (special offers) | Amazon Kindle (2012, special offers) | Barnes & Noble Nook Simple Touch with GlowLight |
| Price | $299.00 | $119.00 | $69.00 | $119.00 |
| CNET editors' rating | 3.5 stars | 4 stars | 3.5 stars | 4 stars |
| Average user rating | 4 stars | 4 stars | 0 stars | 3 stars |
| Release date | Info unavailable | October 1, 2012 | September 7, 2012 | Info unavailable |
| Bottom line | Though it has a hard time competing with Apple's
iPad in terms of functionality, the less-expensive 2010 Kindle DX will appeal to those looking for a large, dedicated e-reader with an e-ink display. | With an excellent built-in light and Amazon's best-in-class e-book selection, the
Kindle Paperwhite rises to the top of the e-reader pack. | The $69 Amazon
Kindle is an excellent no-frills e-book reader for anyone who’s willing to forgo a built-in light or a touch screen. | The Nook Simple Touch with GlowLight sets the standard for e-ink e-readers going forward and is well worth the extra money if you do a lot of nighttime reading. |
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