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Old 01-17-2011, 04:52 AM   #1
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Table stand for kindle

Hi,
I am a newbie to this forum, I got my Kindle3 just recently, and I am looking for a simple tabletop Kindle stand, so that I can read hands free.
I apologise if this has already been covered elsewhere on the forum, I have had a brief look.
I Have found a few on the Internet, there is one particularly simple one which takes my fancy on ebay, I wonder if anybody has had any experience of it?

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Black-acrylic-stand-E-Book-readers-/290522625801?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item43a47f 7709[/URL]

Any advise appreciated..
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Old 01-17-2011, 05:05 AM   #2
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No experience with the one you listed, but I own this one & LOVE it (be sure to check out the video review).

http://www.amazon.com/Menotek-Positi...pr_product_top

Another option is a case with a built in stand like this: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...ef=oss_product
I really prefer this option because it's just so convenient. Hope that helps!
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Hi and welcome to mobileread

For my Kindle 2 I used to have a Tuff Luv flip cover which had a stand built in which was awesome - I used to prop the Kindle up by my PC so I could read and blog etc.

As I now use the lighted cover (not swapping that!) I use a simple plastic book stand which just happens to fit well when I need to prop the Kindle up - normally while in the Kitchen.

Anyway there are a few options for you.
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Old 01-17-2011, 05:30 AM   #4
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Hi,
I am a newbie to this forum, I got my Kindle3 just recently, and I am looking for a simple tabletop Kindle stand, so that I can read hands free.
I apologise if this has already been covered elsewhere on the forum, I have had a brief look.
I Have found a few on the Internet, there is one particularly simple one which takes my fancy on ebay, I wonder if anybody has had any experience of it?

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Black-acrylic-stand-E-Book-readers-/290522625801?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item43a47f 7709[/URL]

Any advise appreciated..
What do you think about this one? Cost almost next to nothing.
https://www.mobileread.com/forums/sho...81&postcount=1
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Old 01-17-2011, 05:37 AM   #5
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Thanks for the replys so far people, very helpful.
Nothing like a bit of improvisation desertblues, nice one.
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Old 01-17-2011, 09:23 AM   #6
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I got this one and really like it:

http://www.medgestore.com/products/k...-flexstand.psp

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Old 01-17-2011, 11:16 AM   #7
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You can probably hit a cooking store and find something to hold up a cook book like the items pictured. Similarly, a framing shop or craft store will have display brackets that will be similar. I like that six "gooseneck" thingie but pricey.
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Old 01-17-2011, 12:43 PM   #8
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How about one of these- available in many sizes and dirt cheap:
http://www.amazon.com/3-Wooden-plate.../dp/B0002RWYG4
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Old 01-17-2011, 06:18 PM   #10
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I would think making a low key cardboard stand would be pretty easy as well. Maybe just upscale something like this iphone stand?
http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-...-IPhone-Stand/
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Old 01-17-2011, 08:13 PM   #11
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I bought this one. It is very sturdy, and folds up so you can carry it with you.

http://bookgem.com/

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Old 01-18-2011, 04:52 AM   #12
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Cool. Thanks for all of your helpful replies.
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Hi and welcome to mobileread

For my Kindle 2 I used to have a Tuff Luv flip cover which had a stand built in which was awesome - I used to prop the Kindle up by my PC so I could read and blog etc.
I also use Tuff Luv cover, three positions (standing upright). It's absolutely excellent, perfect when eating and then tilt it up when you lean back to drink your coffee

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I got this one and really like it:

http://www.medgestore.com/products/k...-flexstand.psp

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I'll second this. great stand.
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I'll second this. great stand.
re: the medge thingie:

Can you change the angle or does it become unstable if too upright or too slanted? M-edge ever have coupons? (G)
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