I guess the way I'd define the amount of usage and lifetime for any digital device of mine is in terms of if it still does what it's supposed to do and I'm satisfied with it. Regarding digital reading devices, I'm still not content with any of the offerings out there yet pertaining to large-format media; so until one comes along and meets my demands I guess I'll keep upgrading until one does (of course I won't spend an arm and a leg for one either!). Regrading small-format media; e.g., paperback books, I'm quite content with my Sony Reader and may upgrade one more time for added features, though it's tough to justify since I'm quite happy with it now.
As for the iRex product... I'm going to need something with a bit more durability that I'm not afraid will break if I handle it wrong and something with a better energy conservation mode.
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