The new Barnes & Noble Nook tablet comes with 16GB of built-in storage, which is twice as much as the new Amazon Kindle Fire, something which Barnes & Noble has been pointing out since the Nook Tablet was announced.
And whilst it may come with 16GB of built-in storage, it would appear that you can only store content which hasn’t been purchased from Barnes & Noble on 1GB of that space, the rest is reserved for B&N content.
This was discovered by Sacha Segan, who posted the details on Twitter, and the guys over at Engadget have confirmed this is the case. We wonder how long it will be before Barnes & Noble releases an update to fix this issue, or whether they intend to keep things as they are. You can still store additional content on a microSD card, as it comes with a microSD card slot.
Storage Limitations and User Experience
The storage limitation on the Nook Tablet has sparked a significant amount of discussion among users and tech enthusiasts. While the 16GB of built-in storage is a strong selling point, the restriction that only 1GB can be used for non-Barnes & Noble content has been a point of contention. This means that users who wish to store personal files, such as PDFs, music, or videos not purchased from Barnes & Noble, will find themselves quickly running out of space.
This limitation can be particularly frustrating for users who prefer to have a diverse library of content from various sources. For instance, students who need to store educational materials or professionals who require access to work documents may find the 1GB restriction quite limiting. On the other hand, avid readers who primarily purchase their books from Barnes & Noble may not find this to be a significant issue.
MicroSD Card Slot: A Workaround
Fortunately, the Nook Tablet includes a microSD card slot, which provides a workaround for the storage limitation. Users can expand their storage capacity by adding a microSD card, which can support up to 32GB of additional space. This allows users to store a larger amount of personal content without being constrained by the internal storage limitations.
However, relying on a microSD card does come with its own set of challenges. For one, it adds an extra step for users who need to manage their content between the internal storage and the microSD card. Additionally, not all users may be comfortable with the process of purchasing and installing a microSD card, which could be seen as an inconvenience.
Despite these challenges, the inclusion of the microSD card slot is a valuable feature that provides flexibility for users who need more storage. It also sets the Nook Tablet apart from some of its competitors, such as the Amazon Kindle Fire, which does not include a microSD card slot.
Source Engadget
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