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One thing that might warrant further discussion here (just because it's fun and the thread's so lively) is the relative impact of this announcement in different countries.
In the USA I think the nearest competitor, the wifi Nook is $139, so the new K3 at $129 is attractive but not revolutionary. On top of that the Kindle is already the number one player.
In the UK though, we're reeling over this! The cost of a 6" reader is upwards of £189, and Amazon are launching at £109 with a device with the best eInk screen on the market and wifi! Over 40% cheaper.
It's no wonder that this thread's been dominated by talk about the relative formats, and, by association, library use. The arrival of this Kindle at this price could well turn the market round. Many of us who've been staunch supporters of ePub, are sitting here going "ah, right... maybe I want that Kindle..."
What's the impact going to be elsewhere in the world?
Graham
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