The strategy of focusing on willingness to pay (WTP) and improving convenience has significantly influenced corporate strategies and business models in the e-reader market. This is evident in Amazon's approach to the e-reader market. Despite Sony's dominance and first-mover advantage, Amazon was able to capture a 62% market share within just five years. Amazon achieved this by offering free 3G internet access, which allowed users to instantly download e-books, providing a level of convenience that Sony's product did not offer. This focus on WTP and convenience, rather than just the product itself, allowed Amazon to successfully compete in the e-reader market.
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