Hot on the heels of yesterday's announcement (http://www.mobileread.com/forums/showthread.php?t=6927) that iRex has started to give out invites to our European readers, we're happy to inform you that now they've also agreed to hand out invites to our fellow readers from the US. The procedure is the same:

In this thread, you simply state that you acknowledge the fact that the development of the iRex iLiad isn't finished yet, and that you know that its software is still being developed before it can be considered as fully functional as advertised. Please don't forget this step!
You then send me your email address and a short note that you're a US citizen via private message (http://www.mobileread.com/forums/private.php?do=newpm&userid=5024).
I'll compile a list and send it to iRex. Your invites should arrive soon after.


Again, I'm not working for iRex nor do I get paid; I'm doing this in my own free time. Let's try to keep this thread uncluttered.

I acknowledge the fact that the development of the iRex iLiad isn't finished yet, and that you know that its software is still being developed before it can be considered as fully functional as advertised.

Thanks,

Ellen Hage

I acknowledge the fact that the development of the iRex iLiad isn't finished yet, and that I know that it's software is still being developed before it can be considered as fully functional as advertised.

Thanks,

firekat

Yeah, ditto.
I acknowledge the fact that the development of the iRex iLiad isn't finished yet, and that I know that it's software is still being developed before it can be considered as fully functional as advertised.

Thanks,

Rae

We sell ebooks so I'd love to get a jump on new readers.

I acknowledge the fact that the development of the iRex iLiad isn't finished yet, and that I know that it's software is still being developed before it can be considered as fully functional as advertised.

I acknowledge the fact that the development of the iRex iLiad isn't finished yet, and that you know that its software is still being developed before it can be considered as fully functional as advertised.

Thanks,

Ian

I just sent the first batch of email adresses to iRex.
Unfortunately not all those who sent a PM also acknowledged the terms here (some did it by PM which is OK, but I prefer to have it all here...).
I sent out all email adresses up to raevyn1 today, despite the fact that some acknowledgments are still missing...I hope they'll be added soon...
The next batch will follow sometime tomorrow.


Please follow the procedure.

Thanks.

Hot on the heels of yesterday's announcement (http://www.mobileread.com/forums/showthread.php?t=6927) that iRex has started to give out invites to our European readers, we're happy to inform you that now they've also agreed to hand out invites to our fellow readers from the US. The procedure is the same:

In this thread, you simply state that you acknowledge the fact that the development of the iRex iLiad isn't finished yet, and that you know that its software is still being developed before it can be considered as fully functional as advertised. Please don't forget this step!
You then send me your email address and a short note that you're a US citizen via private message (http://www.mobileread.com/forums/private.php?do=newpm&userid=5024).
I'll compile a list and send it to iRex. Your invites should arrive soon after.


Again, I'm not working for iRex nor do I get paid; I'm doing this in my own free time. Let's try to keep this thread uncluttered.
Dear Commander ROR,
Please forgive my neophyte confusion - I've just joined the list and was unsure how to reply to a thread so mistakenly sent you an ICQ message.
I live in the UK and should like to receive an invitation to purchase an Iliad Reader. I appreciate that the model just released does not have the functionality of the consumer model, due to be released later this year.
Thank you for your initiative in discovering the availiability and your willingness to act as a "conduit" for interested members. I've been keen on ebooks since owning the Rocket Ebook, and now am a very satisfied owner of a cybook. However, I've also been eagerly awaiting a European e-ink device since learning of the Sony Librie.
Many thanks.
Regards,
Angus McPherson

I acknowledge the fact that the development of the iRex iLiad isn't finished yet, and that I know that its software is still being developed before it can be considered as fully functional as advertised.

I acknowledge the fact that the development of the iRex iLiad isn't finished yet, and that I know that it's software is still being developed before it can be considered as fully functional as advertised.

Thanks,

George

Hi Roland - thanks for all of your effort to make this happen for everyone!


I acknowledge the fact that the development of the iRex iLiad isn't finished yet, and that I know that it's software is still being developed before it can be considered as fully functional as advertised.


Thanks,
Duane

I acknowledge the fact that the development of the iRex iLiad isn't finished yet, and that I know that its software is still being developed before it can be considered as fully functional as advertised.

Thanks,

Larry

I acknowledge that the development of the iRex iLiad isn't finished yet, and that I know that its software is still being developed before it can be considered as fully functional as advertised.

everybody including Laurette is onboard now.
Expect your invites sometime tomorrow (depending on how busy iRes is I guess).

I acknowledge the fact that the development of the iRex iLiad isn't finished yet, and that you know that its software is still being developed before it can be considered as fully functional as advertised.

I acknowledge the fact that the development of the iRex iLiad isn't finished yet, and that I know that its software is still being developed before it can be considered as fully functional as advertised.

Thanks.

I acknowledge the fact that the development of the iRex iLiad isn't finished yet, and that you know that its software is still being developed before it can be considered as fully functional as advertised.

Thanks,

Tingjian Wu

I acknowledge that the development of the iRex iLiad isn't finished yet, and that I know that its software is still being developed before it can be considered as fully functional as advertised.

I acknowledge the fact that the development of the iRex iLiad isn't finished yet, and that I know that it's software is still being developed before it can be considered as fully functional as advertised.


Xenophon

How about just doing a "I acknowledge the terms on the first post" ;) ... :p

(Sorry, it just felt so marxist / droning ... seeing everyone typing in the same thing ... not that shortening it would change that, but ... )

I, too, acknowledge the fact that the development of the iRex iLiad isn't finished yet, and that I know that it's software is still being developed before it can be considered as fully functional as advertised.

Sincerely,
Brian Short

Thanks for doing this! I acknowledge the fact that the development of the iRex iLiad isn't finished yet, and that I know that it's software is still being developed before it can be considered as fully functional as advertised.

Thanks for following the rules...I know what it has to feel like having to write the same little sentence (or rather copy and paste it...^^) everybody else wrote...but imagine what it feels like to read it all...^^

I just got news from iRex, saying that the US invites won't be going out immediately because there is some small problem with USD payment, so don't get worried if you don't recieve your invites right away.

I acknowledge the fact that the development of the iRex iLiad isn't finished yet, and that I know that it's software is still being developed before it can be considered as fully functional as advertised.

Does this method work for canadians too?

Thanks for helping fellow mobileread netziens Commander!

Hi there commander -
Here is my acknowledgement that the Irex is under development and unfinished:

I acknowledge the fact that the development of the iRex iLiad isn't finished yet, and that I know that it's software is still being developed before it can be considered as fully functional as advertised. Nevertheless, I would like to buy one immediately. Private message with email address sent.

-john brown ('jack')

I acknowledge the fact that the development if the iRex iLiad isn't finished yet, and that I know its software is still being developed before it can be considered as fully functional as advertised.

Thanks,
Leanna

I acknowledge the fact that the development of the iRex iLiad isn't finished yet, and know that the software is still being developed before it can be considered as fully functional as advertised.

I live in the US and would like an invite. I emailed my info to you.

- James

Thanks for followinf the rules...I know what it has to feel like having to write the same little sentence (or rather copy and paste it...^^) everybody else wrote...but imagine what it feels like to read it all...^^

I just got news from iRex, saying that the US invites won't be going out immediately because there is some small problem with USD payment, so don't get worried if you don't recieve your invites right away.

Sigh.....

I acknowledge the fact that the development of the iRex iLiad isn't finished yet, and that you know that its software is still being developed before it can be considered as fully functional as advertised.

I acknowledge the fact that the development of the iRex iLiad isn't finished yet, and that you know that its software is still being developed before it can be considered as fully functional as advertised.

I acknowledge the fact that the development of the iRex iLiad isn't finished yet, and that I know that its software is still being developed before it can be considered as fully functional as advertised.

Thanks,
Ken

I acknowledge the fact that the development of the iRex iLiad isn't finished yet, and that I know that it's software is still being developed before it can be considered as fully functional as advertised.

Okay, newbie here. I've been hanging around MobileRead for a month or so but this post got me to join. :) One question though, does this commit one to actually purchasing the Iliad and, if so, what is the projected cost? Or is this just beta testing the device?

the cost is 650€ plus shipping...so not cheap...

So, at current exchange rates, that's US$827? Probably a little steep for the US. :(

btw.:
some 2 people forgot to mention their email addresses...I sent a PM.

All requests up to this point have been forwarded.

I acknowledge the fact that the development of the iRex iLiad isn't finished yet, and that I know that it's software is still being developed before it can be considered as fully functional as advertised.

I acknowledge the fact that the development of the iRex iLiad isn't finished yet, and that I know that its software is still being developed before it can be considered as fully functional as advertised.

I acknowledge the fact that the development of the iRex iLiad isn't finished yet, and that I know that its software is still being developed before it can be considered as fully functional as advertised.

I acknowledge the fact that the development of the iRex iLiad isn't finished yet, and that you know that its software is still being developed before it can be considered as fully functional as advertised.

Thanks,

AlexisV

Whoa, hope I'm not too late.

I acknowledge the fact that the development of the iRex iLiad isn't finished yet, and that I know that it's software is still being developed before it can be considered as fully functional as advertised.

I just did a quick count...so far 69 members from Mobileread and Teleread have been added the the invite list through this project...^^

Pretty impressive eh? The europeans should all have their invites by now, the US members will follow on Monday if iRex doesn't change plans *again*....

the US members will follow on Monday if iRex doesn't change plans *again*....


For the record, I got an invite in my email today, though I am unsure if it was from when I entered my email on their site months ago or if they are starting early with the U.S. invites.

Edit: I was able to process my U.S. order. The total came to $739 Pricey but not as bad as I thought it would be.

Maybe I accidentally added you under the Europe list...not sure anymore...or maybe iRex mixed it up accidentally. Entering credit card information is done after you have finished your order.
The price seems to be wrong though...or very unfair...:-)

No I just checked...you were in the US list...well...maybe they did start early...

Just got mine today:

"Dear Sir, Dear Madam,

Thank you for your ongoing interest in our iLiad E-reader.

Some time ago you have sent us an email / showed interest in obtaining an iLiad sample. We are happy to inform you that, for European Business to Business customers, the iRexShop is open. We have started selling evaluation products per June 12, 2006.

You are invited to login to:

www.irexshop.com/login.php?user=new


Access to this shop is limited to known e-mail addresses, so please use the same e-mail address to register your information and order your iLiad.
E-mail address for your entry is:"

BTW, wondering whether anybody get the same: We are happy to inform you that, for European Business to Business customers, the iRexShop is open. We have started selling evaluation products per June 12, 2006.
Is it for US readers? Can US residents order now?

Yeah, I just checked and the card was approved and the order is being processed. The only stumbling block I ran into was that there was no option for me to enter the state I live in. Perhaps the zip code is enough for them. Nevertheless I sent them an email with my full address and my order number.

I am in the U.S. and also received my invite e-mail about four hours ago (2:12 AM central time).

Having waited this long, I think I am going to wait until some people start receiving theirs and report on functionality before ordering mine, even if it adds another couple of weeks to the process.

Duane

I acknowledge the fact that the development of the iRex iLiad isn't finished yet, and that I know that it's software is still being developed before it can be considered as fully functional as advertised.

Thanks,

Paul

I acknowledge the fact that the development of the iRex iLiad isn't finished yet, and that I know that it's software is still being developed before it can be considered as fully functional as advertised.

Thanks!

All aboard.
Everybody who applied, including bryanzs is now included.

Is it for US readers? Can US residents order now?

I assume that it is. I got my invite this morning and placed my order. It took it without error and I got my conformation that they accepted my order.

yes, US orders are working now...that's official.

I acknowledge the fact that the development of the iRex iLiad isn't finished yet, and that I know that its software is still being developed before it can be considered as fully functional as advertised.

I acknowledge the fact that the development of the iRex iLiad isn't finished yet, and that you know that its software is still being developed before it can be considered as fully functional as advertised.

Thanks,

Andre

I acknowledge the fact that the development of the iRex iLiad isn't finished yet, and that you know that its software is still being developed before it can be considered as fully functional as advertised.

I'm a U.S. citizen and my email will be in your messages in about 2 seconds.

shonk

I acknowledge the fact that the development of the iRex iLiad isn't finished yet, and that you know that its software is still being developed before it can be considered as fully functional as advertised.

-Alex

I acknowledge the fact that the development of the iRex iLiad isn't finished yet, and that you know that its software is still being developed before it can be considered as fully functional as advertised.

Thanks,
John McDonald

Have all the US invites been sent? I still haven't gotten one.

I've sent all those that came before melchemet. Maybe you had a typo in there or you were one of those who had forgotten to add their address...^^

Just send it again and i'll add it int he next batch.

I haven't gotten an invite either. I'll send another PM with the address.

I, too, haven't received an invite yet, but I just assumed that now that they've started shipping - in theory - they're a bit too busy to send out the most recent batch CommanderROR forwarded on to them. And of course, now that it's the weekend, I don't imagine they're doing _anything_.

CommanderROR, any way you can verify this? If they can confirm this, perhaps you won't be inundated with repeated requests from all us impatient folks...

@everybody who hasn't received an invite yet...
I posted every time I sent a list to iRex, so if you haven't received your invite although you can see my "list sent" post after your post in the thread,please just send your email address again.
I have had about 4-5 cases of forgotten email addresses so far and I think I sent a PM to every one ot these so that they can correct their error. It is possible however that I forgot one or two.
I'm pretty sure that I sent every address I received on to iRex. I did double and triple checking every time.
I guess the error is either forgotten email address, typo somewhere (trembling hands...^^) or that iRex simply lost the addresses when adding them to their invite list.

So I'd thank you very much for simply waiting until Monday afternoon and then sending your email addresses again. I'll forward them again and we'll see what happens.
Thanks.

Next list sent. Everybody who posted so far is now included.

I, too, haven't received an invite yet, but I just assumed that now that they've started shipping - in theory - they're a bit too busy to send out the most recent batch CommanderROR forwarded on to them. And of course, now that it's the weekend, I don't imagine they're doing _anything_.

Man, if the same people doing shipping are taking orders this really IS a small company :cool:

I acknowledge the fact that the Iliad is still to expensive and has too little publisher support. <g> I am gonna wait for Sony.

@CCDMan
Let's see if you can hold out when we start bragging about our new toys...^^

I acknowledge the fact that the development of the iRex iLiad isn't finished yet, and that I know that it's software is still being developed before it can be considered as fully functional as advertised.

Thanks,

beckkk1

sent.

Since i've been ping-ponging them with messages today anyway I just added the invite requests there instead of making a proper list.

I acknowledge the fact that the development of the iRex iLiad isn't finished yet, and that you know that its software is still being developed before it can be considered as fully functional as advertised.

Thanks,

rickmeyer69

1) Does the invitation mean I am required to purchase?
2) Will the software upgrade be possible without buying a new iLiad?

If the answer to question 1 is "no" and the answer to question 2 is "yes," then:

I acknowledge the fact that the development of the iRex iLiad isn't finished yet, and I know that its software is still being developed before it can be considered as fully functional as advertised.

Let's see if you can hold out when we start bragging about our new toys...^^

Perhaps you are right. But then I am in the middle of a home remodel so probably won't have time to read anything for a few months anyway!.....

1) Does the invitation mean I am required to purchase?
2) Will the software upgrade be possible without buying a new iLiad?

If the answer to question 1 is "no" and the answer to question 2 is "yes," then:

I acknowledge the fact that the development of the iRex iLiad isn't finished yet, and I know that its software is still being developed before it can be considered as fully functional as advertised.

The answer to 1 is no. As for number 2, the software/firmware will be updated through the iRex IDS Service site. You connect your iLiad to the iRex site and they then push the latest firmware/software to the device.

I acknowledge the fact that the development of the iRex iLiad isn't finished yet, and that I know that it's software is still being developed before it can be considered as fully functional as advertised.

Thanks,

AndrewLB

I acknowledge the fact that the development of the iRex iLiad isn't finished yet, and that I know that its software is still being developed before it can be considered as fully functional as advertised.

I acknowledge the fact that the development of the iRex iLiad isn't finished yet, and that I know that its software is still being developed before it can be considered as fully functional as advertised.

list sent

i guess there is no chance to get an invitation for indonesia ^^;
lol

I acknowledge the fact that the development of the iRex iLiad isn't finished yet, and that you know that its software is still being developed before it can be considered as fully functional as advertised.

Thanks,

JeffreyB

I acknowledge the fact that the development of the iRex iLiad isn't finished yet, and I know that its software is still being developed before it can be considered as fully functional as advertised.

I'd love to acknowledge the fact that the development of the iRex iLiad isn't finished yet, and that I know that its software is still being developed before it can be considered as fully functional as advertised.

However, I'm a Canadian citizen. 8(

So, if I can be a Canadian and get an invite, I'd love to get one. If not, I'd love to know/when the invite program might get pushed forward into Canada?

Here's hoping...


--
Viktor Haag

When are the invites for US users supposed to come out?

ah...the invites for Us users have all arrived as far as I know...

Only a very few were "overlooked" and were then sent when I re-requested them...or did I misunderstand something there???

I acknowledge the fact that the development of the iRex iLiad isn't finished yet, and that Iknow that its software is still being developed before it can be considered as fully functional as advertised.

Um...I never received an invite.

I acknowledge the fact that the development of the iRex iLiad isn't finished yet, and that I know that it's software is still being developed before it can be considered as fully functional as advertised.

Again thanks so much,
ewald

I acknowledge the fact that the development of the iRex iLiad isn't finished yet, and that I know that it's software is still being developed before it can be considered as fully functional as advertised.


thanks again

All invite requests sent.

I acknowledge the fact that the development of the iRex iLiad isn't finished yet, and that I know that its software is still being developed before it can be considered as fully functional as advertised.

I acknowledge the fact that the development of the iRex iLiad isn't finished yet, and that I know that it's software is still being developed before it can be considered as fully functional as advertised.

Thanks.

Chris

I acknowledge the fact that the development of the iRex iLiad isn't finished yet, and that you know that its software is still being developed before it can be considered as fully functional as advertised.

Thanks,

Ed

Hi, I have accessed this sites quite often and registered today finally. I acknowledge the fact that the development of the iRex iLiad isn't finished yet, and that you know that its software is still being developed before it can be considered as fully functional as advertised.

I am very keen on new innovative products and Iliad is very what I have wanted. I want it desperately.

I live London, UK. I send my e-mail to you. Thanks

I just got this from iRex:

I also wanted to tell you that it is no longer needed to send e-mails for invitations we opened the iRex shop to the public

Thanks CommanderROR


I just got this from iRex: