Nook Media
New York · Founded 2009
About Nook Media
Nook Media spun out from Barnes & Noble in 2012. Nook Media is a subsidiary of [Barnes & Noble](http://www.crunchbase.com/organization/barnes-noble). Microsoft invested in early 2012 and owns 16.8% and Pearson at the end of 2012 owns a 5% stake. The nook is an electronic book reader produced by Barnes & Noble and runs on the Android platform. The nook will compete with the Amazon Kindle, iPad, Google's Nexus 7, Kobo, Sony Reader, and other readers. It is has Wi-Fi connectivity, a six inch E Ink display, and a separate, 7" and 9" color touchscreen that serves as the primary input device. The device also has a MicroSD slot for extra storage. Some nooks have a user replaceable battery and a memory card slot as well.
Company Facts
- Founded: 2009
- Legal name: Nook Media, LLC
- Operating status: Operating
- Company type: For Profit
- IPO status: Private
- Employees: 51 – 100
- Estimated revenue: $10K – $50K
- Total funding: $389.5M
- Last round: Corporate Round (Dec 2012)
- Website: barnesandnoble.com
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