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Keyboard
You know, I find that I use the keyboard a lot more than I thought I would.
Searching for books on the device is a major use, but that will likely go away with Amazon's updated content management. However, searching for books in the kindle store is another big one. That won't go away.
I also find that I use the web browser more than I expected and the keyboard comes in handy for that. Again - searching Wikipedia and other sites. But since the web IS available on the Kindle, I've also used it for other things. Last night, I transferred money from one bank account to another right from my Kindle - and it was easier than from my cell phone because the screen is bigger.
Before I actually used a Kindle, I thought the keybaord looked a little awkward. Why take up that space for the keybaord instead of making the screen bigger? But now that I actually use one, I wouldn't want to give it up. It is perfect for thumb-typing - like on a cell phone.
I HATE on-screen keyboards because they usually are just awful. I've tried the iPhone keyboard and it sucks. I spend more time correcting than typing. I have my doubts about a slide-out keyboard as well. I have a cell phone with a slide out keyboard and, knowing how you hold/balance the phone while you're working with the keyboard, I think Kindle would have a tough time with that. I think it would end up being very top-heavy.
I find that I really do like the current hardware design of the Kindle. I think it's very easy to use. The keyboard really just blends in and works well. I really wouldn't change much physically except to make the battery user-replaceable (without voiding your warranty) and possibly to add a micro-SD slot.
John
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