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  1. I don’t read my e-book that much, but it’s fan-freaking-tastic for vacations. I get distracted reading in airports so having the option to switch from non-fiction to fluff when my concentration goes kaput is great. I’ve done what you’ve done, too. When I got my e-book I went to the sale/free section and downloaded stuff I wouldn’t normally buy. I’ve discovered that I like Jane Austen now, and Daniel DeFoe is readable for short amounts of time.

    • That’s what I like about the iPad. I bought it to do other things with it, and the eBook capability is a bonus. I feared a dedicated reader would be under-utilized.

      I generally like the physical book for around the house, but when traveling, the compactness of the iPad wins hands’ down. I haven’t unpacked my books in progress from the trip from San Antonio yet, that’s why I’ve been wandering around the ereader. I do think being able to read without the bedside lamp on is a plus when hubby is around. He leaves my light on for me because he goes to bed before I do (also gets up before I do — we’re about 2 hours off from each other). Then, when I come up to bed and he’s asleep, I usually read for several minutes before turning out the light. I could turn it out sooner if I were reading on the iPad. Using Kindle’s black screen, it reduces ambient lighting even more.