Why news media should not wait to develop iPad apps is an excellent piece at 10,000 Words which every newsagent should read. While aimed at publishers and journalists, it could equally apply to newsagents. It articulately explains the compelling interest in the iPad and the opportunity develop a more efficient channel, a channel which suits start ups.
Newsagents and some associated with the channel have derided devices like the Kindle, iPad and others released earlier and those who have written about the need for a newsagent strategy. These devices will have an impact and too many of us will have been found to be napping at the wheel.