I ordered my Kindle 2 from Canada on my Canadian Visa Card, had it shipped to a NC friend's address as I was going there to visit and pick it up, knowing full well that I can only purchase books on it from the US. I was disappointed that no cover was included as my friend's Kindle 1 came with a cover. When I went to buy a book while I was there, they said I would need a US Credit Card with a US Address. I did not send it as a gift when I ordered it from the internet. They accepted my Canadian Visa for the purchase of the Kindle 2 but refused my Canadian Visa for any of the books that I would purchase for use on the Kindle.It looks like I have only 30 days to return it to get my full refund, so that is a good thing. Other than that I bought it because I really like it.