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Like the people who just posted, I liked mobi support, dictionary support, and also felt better about having a usable warranty (since I'm in Canada). I didn't want to have to deal with any hassle as a result of not being American.
Anyways, I used it a fair bit last night, and I love it! The screen is absolutely fantastic (imo) and the grey doesn't bother me at all. I read 'til exhaustion, so I increased the font size when I started getting really tired, and it was a very nice feature to have (I even got to read without glasses!).
I also read in bed with my regular bed-side lamp and found the page very easy to read. In a way it was easier than a pback, since with a pback the 2 pages are at different angles and it's not always easy to keep both lit.
Anyways, there are certainly some things about the Cybook that could use some work. The navigation doesn't seem great to me. It's not bad, but I think some little tweaks would make it better. For example, when I bring up the menu while reading, I would like the cursor position to stay persistent (so if Lookup is the last thing I did, that's where I would like the cursor to still be).
I've also been reading in the case (which folds back wonderfully), but the page turn button is awfully hard to click with the leather in the way. I solved the problem by inserting a small strip of foam over the right-hand button (and tucking it under the cover) and now it works fantastically, but I don't think consumers should be expected to do that :P The magnet already seems to be working better than when I got it, but I would still like a secure clasp (since it'll be rolling around in my purse). I will probably make a clasp or put an elastic around it.
Also, like many others, I would like the Cybook to boot directly to my current page when I start it up (especially if it turned off automatically). This isn't a huge deal, but I would expect it in a future firmware upgrade (along with folders!).
At first I thought the page-turn speed and refresh flash was annoying, but after about 15 minutes of reading I didn't even notice it (much like I don't notice my hand crossing in front of my vision when I turn the page of pback).
Overall I am thrilled, and can't wait to have it with me wherever I go. I can't imagine how I've gone so long without one!
Btw, for anyone interested, BooksonBoard is fantastic to deal with (if you're buying a Cybook). I think they have them in stock still, so go buy one :P
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