Otto: As of right now, we have approximately 40 in stock (while supplies last). Once those are gone, they will be available again in November, not January. If your friend is going to place an order with us, he should do it soon. Pamela Rader, TECHNICAL SUPPORT American Printing House For The Blind 1839 Frankfort Ave. Louisville, KY 40206 PHONE: 1-800-223-1839, Ext. 307 >>> 8zamora@xxxxxxxxxxxxx 09/16/05 10:25PM >>> Hi, A friend of mine not on this list called APH today to place an order for a book port and was told that the unit unit will be available in January for purchase. Wonder if this is true, or maybe a miss understanding on the part of someone in customer service at aph? Otto