I prefer hard copy books myself, and I don't mind paying US prices.  I have no, repeat NO, use for a tablet and unless one falls out of the sky, I will probably never own one.

The two machines I do have - I travel a lot and do need a portable - take up more than enough of my free time.  If I am away from my desk (the portable is pretty big and I use it at a desk, table, etc.), like taking a walk or DRIVING, the last thing I want is a device of any kind.  My phone is a phone - no features - it makes phone calls.

There is a problem in the USA: it's called idiots driving around while yapping on their cell phones. Outrageously dangerous bunch of self-absorbed, to use a Brit term, WANKERS.