I am very happy with my nook tablet.  I wanted a nook ereader that would allow quick and easy access to email and facebook for communication when i don't want to log on to a computer.  I can look up info on the web in an instant.  And i can save paper and get my magazines through my nook.  If you want it to act like an ipad, then just get an ipad.  As for me, i don't need all that, so i prefer to save my money.  Very happy!