>> A backlit screen cannot compete with E-Ink. A tablet will just be another “all purpose” device like a cell phone with a camera. It will not be a Kindle killer.
Yeah, that’s what I think also. Heavy, thick, expensive, views poorly at wide angles or bright light, low battery life.
On the other hand, I have never understood the appeal of tablet computers, except for vertical apps. I’m not saying it isn’t there... just that I haven’t ever seen it.
I have had this discussion with a friend who is a passionate Mac aficionado and really believes that this Apple tablet will launch Apple into the stratosphere. When pressed for why the tablet form factor is better, the best he’s done so far is “you can lie on the couch and surf with it”. I’m not convinced that’s a killer app! :-) Maybe I’m wrong.