Ddaneel, we must have ordered at nearly the same time
, as I also ordered on the 26th and got it on the 3rd (and quiet early too, at 8:15 in the morning).
I didn't order the cover as I had asked in advance about availability, as NAEB had mentioned that they were out of stock at Bookeen itself. And as I am travelling abroad soon, I was a bit leery of the case not getting to me on time.
Insted, I went out and bought a Caselogic Mp3 Accessory case (£2 on sale at HMV), and it fits the Gen3 Nicely. Now I can wait to select which proper case to get .
As for the Device, would suggest skipping the firmware upgrade if PDF's are important to you. It managed to break even the ones that were working before.
It does however make a great comic reader for web comics. I tend to download strips in batches, and read them when I have time. The clarity of the Gen 3's screen is great when compared to the Sony Prs-500, when held side by side. Now I Only wish It allowed browsing inside zip archives to make it even easier.