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eInk will be around for at least a good five years if not forever. It is it's own "good thing". I debate those who think it's "the only serious reading technology", but I do agree that it has it's own appeal.
As for pricing, I cannot see quality multi-function tablets ever competing on price with eInk devices. So for a lot of folks, that too will be a reason to choose eInk.
Dedicated eReaders will also always be lighter.
They are here to stay until some unknown technology enters the scene.
However, I do think the multi-function devices like the iPad, smart phones, and forth coming "iPad killers" will FAR AND AWAY, become the main force in the ereading market.
Far and away, most people are not bothered by the reading experience of the iPad. The iPad just came out, just wait until the schools and colleges get a chance to weave these products (and forth-coming android/windows/web os slates) into their curriculum.
Lee
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