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Originally Posted by gerraldo
I think eReaders are very comparable to MP3/PMP players. In terms of funtionality and limitations with just a bigger display for an eReader, but otherwise... Having just said that, some eReader manufacturers would be well advised to very closely look at the top MP3/PMP players - there are some lessons to be learned.
On the other hand, we'll see new multi-purpose devices in the (near) future. Look for the Archos 9 Tablet which will come in Q4 this year - an Internet tablet running Windows 7 with a starting price of said $ 450,--!
Who needs enhanced multi-purpose eReaders running Android or the like, if I can have a full-blown computer with Win7 and a 9" touchscreen like the Archos?!
There surely is a market for dedicated eReaders, but the prices need to drop significantly - under $100,-- - to be commonly used by a bigger audience. And multi-purpose devices like the Archos Net-Tablet leave a very small niche (if any) for eReaders with additional features, but the future will tell...
(just my 2 cents)
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It can't be a full-blown computer without a keyboard. 3/4 of a computer yes, but not a full one. After all, I'm typing this response. Can't do it without a keyboard.