Exactly what else would you use a ebook reader for?
"If it were $199, we'd recommend this to people who just want to read, and don't care about all that extra stuff like touchscreen or downloading books directly to the device before your plane takes off. "
http://gizmodo.com/5271551/cool+er-ebook-reader-review
I have to say that I normally use and plan to use my ebook reader to... gasp... read books!
If I want a multifunction device I have a iphone for that, or for surfing the web, I have a lovely desktop computer.
I think that it is nice to be able to listen to mp3's while reading, but that is not required for me. I like the idea of simple reader, no keyboard, I don't need instant net access to download books, while it would be nice. This is probably why I still have my little eb1150.
Though I did notice a mention of calibre in the article. Which is cool.
Is it just me or do some of these reviewers not actually read books on ereaders?
Amy