Kindle Versus Nook? Which one do I like?

Which e-reader would win the epic battle of Kindle versus Nook?

The question is which specific features are you looking for when selecting an e-reader?

I am an avid reader, but I have to admit that I prefer the feel of physical books to an e-reader.

However, my children are much more technology savvy and so one of my son's Christmas presents included his long-desired Nook by Barnes and Noble.

For my son, the choice was easy: The Nook Color quickly trumped any of the other available e-reader models simply because of its attractive display options. The Nook Color has WiFi ability and colorful Internet display. Magazine pages look almost realistic and children's books come to live, creating reading desire and fun.

For me, however, the eye-friendly e-ink would probably be a better choice given the amounts of books I read each week. At times, I do steal my son's e-reader for the day and download my own books from the B&N store. If I were to select my own model, however, I might just try out the Kindle. Sure the Nook has great ebook selections and a physical store to turn to for potential tech support, but as far as I know the Kindle is somewhat more associated with the whole e-reader revolution.

I would like to find out what all the fuss is about. And if I don't like it? Well, then I can always secretly switch it out with my son's colorful reading device.