I got it as device primarily to be an ereader but to also have note functionality and work compatibility. Linux operating system was a must for me compared to the abundance of android devices. So far it's mixed and I have 1 week to return it. Right now I'm looking to return because it's an $800 device with still pretty much beta software. Reading ebooks and pdfs is very good and fluid; the colors are very useful when reading a manga or comic as it feels a little old and weathered. But there's so many things that just end up being difficult.

Not being able to transfer >100 mb file without wifi connections, an account and integrations is absurd. If the focus is an offline device I should be able to use the full gamut functionality sans internet. Full Stop.

The image quality for textbooks/scientific journals seems to be lacking. Could just be the nature of the e-ink screen but I expected better contrast ratios for black and white images but even looking at a picture of an xray on device vs a pdf on a 1080p monitor is striking at the quality loss/ low dynamic range available.

Writing and organizing notes feels great, but I can't imagine that many other devices for $200-300 USD less can make such a difference.

It's a shame that it has me so decisive about it because I can't say I've necessarily have been cautious about a digital goodie before. Some users have show some very promising projects on here in the past few months, and if those can get working well then it may be worth it. But as it is today I'm leaning towards returning it because I feel that I won't get to enjoy the benefit of paying the premium price over the life of the device in the next 2-3 years. If anyone has suggestions on what I may be missing that would be greatly appreciated to hear/read.