About the Project
Led the development of Barnes & Noble's first mobile Nook application and contributed to the core eReader software for their first Android-based LCD eReader, the Nook Color. The Nook Color was a pioneering 7-inch tablet/e-reader that helped establish Barnes & Noble's digital reading platform.
Key Features
- Full-color 7-inch 1024x600 resolution multi-touch LCD display
- Customized display with color options and six font sizes
- Internet browsing over Wi-Fi
- Built-in media player supporting audio and video
- LendMe feature for sharing books with other users
- Support for EPUB, PDF, Microsoft Office formats, and various media files
Development Process & Involvement
Nook Color eReader Software
- Core Development:
- Contributed to the development of Barnes & Noble's first Android-based LCD eReader
- Worked on the custom Android 2.2 Froyo implementation
- Integrated with Texas Instruments ARM Cortex-A8 processor
- Technical Specifications:
- 800 MHz processor with 512 MB RAM
- 8 GB internal storage with microSD expansion up to 2TB
- 7-inch 1024 x 600 WSVGA IPS LCD display at 170 ppi
- Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n connectivity
Mobile Nook Application
- Initial Development:
- Led the development of Barnes & Noble's first mobile Nook application
- Established core reading and library management features
- Implemented synchronization across devices
- User Experience:
- Designed intuitive reading interface
- Implemented smooth page transitions and text rendering
- Created library organization and search functionality
Technical Achievements
- Platform Innovation:
- Pioneered Android-based eReader technology
- Developed custom display optimizations for reading
- Implemented efficient book storage and retrieval system
- Performance Optimization:
- Optimized battery life for extended reading sessions
- Improved page rendering and navigation performance
- Enhanced memory management for large book collections