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Originally Posted by Prestidigitweeze
I always find it odd when people insist on practicing ecosystem monogamy. We aren't faithful to any one writer, so why would we choose to be true to corporations that will never be true to us?
Own a Kindle, Kobo and Sony, if you like. One for each generation in which that particular company happened to get it right.
Take advantage of Kobo discount codes and Amazon special sales whenever you like. Convert formats at will and enjoy your books on whichever device you favor that day.
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At some level, there is a loyalty to past decisions. I think people root for their choices. No one wants to admit being wrong.
At another level, I think there is a practical benefit to sticking with that which is familiar. In the case of computers -- which ereaders are -- there is the opportunity to recycle apps and documents.
It's not always the case, though. People abandon companies that treat them poorly and try to convince everyone else to do the same.
Also, understand that some people cannot be bothered to strip DRM and convert documents.