This is the email I got from my ABT pre-order. It's a shame, because I won't buy a reader without a dark case.
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Thanks for placing an order with Abt Electronics.
Unfortunately, your product PRS950BC –(Black) has been discontinued and no longer available in our warehouse.
We are more than happy to change your order to any item you may see that's in-stock on our site.
Below is an alternative model for you to consider.
http://web2/product/48678/Sony-PRS950SC.html
Sony PRS-950 Silver Reader Daily Edition Digital Reader - PRS950SC – (Silver)
For the inconvenience, we will be able to provide the order to you at the same price with no additional charge to you.
If there's any interest in this product, please let me know and I will adjust your order accordingly.
We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused and appreciate your understanding.
Sincerely,
Neil Kaufman
Abt Electronics