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Re:Amazon's near-$500 price tag kills Kindle DX buzz by unexpected on Wednesday May 06, 2009 @01:48PM (#596295)
I mean, couldn't you argue that your notebook could already play MP3's, why get an iPod?

It's the e-ink, the portability, the battery life, the weight of the device.

Everyone I know that has a Kindle loves it.

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Re:Amazon's near-$500 price tag kills Kindle DX buzz by ilamont on Wednesday May 06, 2009 @02:38PM (#596434)
Because laptops don't fit in your pocket.

I am sure that Kindle owners love the devices, for the reasons that you stated. The problem I have is the price. Students and newspaper readers will have a tough time justifying a $500 purchase, especially in this economy.

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