I think it's amazing that Amazon have failed to make Kindle sexy - it was such a key factor in the rise of the iPod. Remember, though, that the iPod was not the first effective MP3 player - it was the first player that was easy to use and attractive. Amazon's Kindle makes ebooks easy because it removes the need for computers and that's why I think it has a good chance of being a success. Like the first generation iPods it's got a way to go - colour screens, better web browsing, nicer design etc. but the basics, in my opinion, are right.

The main reason why I wouldn't consider buying it is that I don't feel the need to carry lots of books with me at all times; even when I'm on holiday I never take more than 3 books with me. I like the idea of having access to digital versions of any newspaper, wherever I am, but I can already read them online on my PDA. Last but not least, I've got enough devices/chargers to carry around!