Have you been pondering between the Kindle 2 or the Nook for a good ebook readerc Well, there are some similarities and very big differences between the two that you'll need to take into account.

Similarity 1- Screen Display- Both the Kindle 2 and Nook ebook readers use E-Ink technologies for their reading display. This is the wave of the future and the text can be viewed at extreme angles of site and also in very bright conditions. The print looks more clear than the printed word right up against the bottom side of the display screen.

Difference 1- Navigation Color Screen- The Nook has a smaller touch screen navigation underneath the display screen. You can see your titles and publication graphics in full color. The screen also doubles as a touch keyboard. The public will have to tell if this is a better feature or not.

Similarity 2 - Wireless and 3G Capabilities- The Kindle 2 and the Nook both give you the ability to download new titles and publications wherever wireless internet is available. Where it is not, you can use the 3G cellular service. There is no contract involved with either.

Difference 2- International Wireless and 3G- Only the Kindle 2 offers International service. So if you are a traveller or live outside the U.S., only the Kindle will allow you to download new titles and publications. This is a big plus for the Kindle 2 and is one of the reasons it is so popular.

Similarity 3- Default Memory Space- Both allow you 2G of memory when you purchase the device. This is enough space to hold up to 1,500 titles.

Difference 3- Added Memory- The Nook allows you to add more memory so you can hold up to 17,500 titles. 1,500 titles is over 4 years of reading material at one book a day. Is this a feature that will put Nook ahead, or is it unnecessaryc

Other Differences- The Nook gives you the ability to lend your books out to others that have downloaded an application. The lending time is 2 weeks maximum and the lender can not read the book during that time.

The Nook uses the brand new "Android" software from Google. Time will tell if developers take this software seriously and start making various applications that can be used on the platform.

Is the eReader in Stockc Barnes and Noble has seemed to have grossly under-estimated it's demand for this initial launch and the device is not available for shipment until January 15th at the time of writing this article. That could be a blow for them if people want the device as a gift for the holidays.

So Which is the Better Buyc The Nook has a few interesting features such as the lending capability and color navigation screen that could be seen as good. But are these just "bells and whistles" on a device that doesn't give international coverage and uses a platform that is yet un-provenc

The Kindle 2 is still the popular choice among consumers because of it's international capabilities and proven track-record.