Interesting stuff.

The comments are dumb, but they do reflect that I think that some younger prospective buyers will consider that the eDGe's design feels dated. In a thread a couple of weeks ago, I disagreed with someone over whether the "eDGe would sell itself" if placed next to an iPad. The eDGe has a broader range of capabilities, but next to an iPad it can feel clunky--particularly if just comparing the LCD experience (i.e., not fully appreciating having the 9.7" eInk).

There was also a recent discussion about where Best Buy should place the eDGe: with eReaders (where it would be considerably more expensive) or the tablets. Personally, I think that the device sells better as an "eReader with a Tablet" rather than "Tablet with an eReader," so I'd put it in with the eReaders.