In my humble opinion, I think the next generation of ebook readers (touch screen, color, faster wifi, more storage), will be here soon.
I know the Apple rumors are usually disproved (the latest rumor is early 2010 Apple tablet will be released), but we have seen the technology in the iPhones/iPods and other touch devices. They look incredible and once a touchscreen reader comes out with sufficient battery life and great specs, I think it will wipe the competition out because of it's 'utility'. A device that does everything from music to video to ebooks to internet and games/apps just crushes everything else.
At the rate technology moves, such a device will probably be out within 3-4 years and will eventually incorporate video chat and have all kinds of other interesting uses.
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