Has the interest in reading books increased with the availability of eReading devices?

Devices such as iPads (and other tablets), Kindle, Kobo etc

Personally I feel more inclined to read on an electronic device. Especially with my iPad mini, which is rather easier to carry around. Plus I have the choice of using several online book stores and eBooks are far better value for money in my view.

And I have noticed a lot of people on trains and buses reading on their iPads and Kindles (even some senior citizens).