I paid $379 for my Sony 600. I could have waited 6 months and bought the 650 for a lot less, or bought a cheaper reader originally.
I had a hard time paying that much, but it seemed so much nicer with it's touch screen etc. and I have not once regretted the decision.
I know I would have been just as happy with the kindle as I bought one for my mother, but for myself, I would have a difficult time switching to any of the other brand ereaders currently on the market.
Maybe in the fall
Helen