I am not optimistic about the success of droid phone store solutions. Much money can be had by individuals coding for app stores on their own, and most individuals will not target both platforms (in my opinion) so they go where the money is.
The fact of the matter is that droid users do NOT buy apps for the most part. Some do, but most do not.
There is also a desire to own the iPhone as a status symbol / fashion accessory. Nobody buys an iPhone clone running Android because it is cool, they get one thrown in for free with their contract.
Considering the number of my co-workers who have been raving about their HTC Desires for the last 6 months, I think you should be careful with your generalizations.
The fact of the matter is that droid users do NOT buy apps for the most part. Some do, but most do not.
There is also a desire to own the iPhone as a status symbol / fashion accessory. Nobody buys an iPhone clone running Android because it is cool, they get one thrown in for free with their contract.