PRS-600 Which is the best cover?

EpicMoss · 12-28-2009, 04:05 AM

I'm trying to find certain things in a cover and I was wondering if someone can point me in the right direction. I'd like something that is secure and won't let the reader shift around too much (while not obscuring any buttons). It'd be nice if was slimmer (not too bulky), because I think one of the best features of the reader is how slim it is. A cover that bends back and could be secured in that position would be ideal (is there a top flipping one that can do that?). Any ideas? Thanks.

neilmarr · 12-28-2009, 04:26 AM

I got the flip-top 'Easy i' for a 505, Epic. Not sure if it's available for the 600, but it's worth checking. It makes for sturdy protection and a superbly comfortable read. It can be held in one hand with a finger or two slipped through a loop on the back and with the thumb free for page turning, can be free standing if you read while you eat, and it makes the reader feel, look and even smell like a high quality leather-bound hardback. Good luck. Neil

EpicMoss · 12-28-2009, 04:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by neilmarr

I got the flip-top 'Easy i' for a 505, Epic. Not sure if it's available for the 600, but it's worth checking. It makes for sturdy protection and a superbly comfortable read. It can be held in one hand with a finger or two slipped through a loop on the back and with the thumb free for page turning, can be free standing if you read while you eat, and it makes the reader feel, look and even smell like a high quality leather-bound hardback. Good luck. Neil

Would you happen to have a link to the website?

amjbrown · 12-28-2009, 05:12 AM

It is such a personal thing. I am very happy with the standard Sony cover. Makes it feel like a book, and I use it to prop the whole thing up on my chest reading in bed. I also love the Sony and Reader logos that are embedded into the cover - looks really smart. I do think it should have been included with the 600 though!

Good luck!
amjb

Bremen Cole · 12-28-2009, 07:35 AM

Agree with amjbrown on this one. I have the 300, but form factor is the same as the 600 (just a bit smaller) and the Sony cover is the same as well. I like the protection, and the feel. Makes it easy to clip a light on, and easier to hold. A bit pricey, but fits perfect and imho looks good.

MelC · 12-28-2009, 08:51 PM

I have the Sony premium, Sony with booklight and now M-Edge Executive case. The M-Edge is the nicest case with the only drawback being that it doesn't use the hinges which makes it look a tad messy inside (although it works just as well with the straps). As for your criteria, the sony cases are definitely slimmer and more streamlined but sacrifice some padding for that streamlined feel. The M-Edge also comes in a flip style that will stand upright on its own.

Mel

thefanmyj · 12-28-2009, 09:20 PM

I'm looking for a case for the Touch, also. I'm leaning toward M-Edge, but I can't find any at retail stores. I'd love to see it before I buy it.

chainring · 12-29-2009, 12:32 AM

I like the Sony case that's desigend by Case Logic. Mostly, it has to do with the fact that I detest dust on the screen, thus the zippered case keeps my 600 squeaky clean. It's also very protective of drops, screen hits, etc... Downside is you have to lift it up a bit to turn on, but it's no big deal.

neilmarr · 12-29-2009, 07:58 AM

Hya EpicMoss: I spent the last half hour searching for my Easy i cover at the Sony.fr (France) site where I bought it. Can't find it. But I think that's maybe because it's now being marketed under the Tuff-Luv brand. This one looks pretty well identical (though it's PRS-505 specific): http://www.amazon.fr/Tuff-Luv-housse...6&sr=1-2-fkmr1. Good luck. Neil

MelC · 12-29-2009, 08:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by thefanmyj

I'm looking for a case for the Touch, also. I'm leaning toward M-Edge, but I can't find any at retail stores. I'd love to see it before I buy it.

I have a vague recollection that someone mentioned on this board that they had seen it at a Best Buy in the States?

Mel

thefanmyj · 12-29-2009, 09:41 AM

Alas, the M-Edge cases sold by Best Buy are only available online.

terekkincaid · 12-29-2009, 09:49 AM

I'm really enjoying my Standard Sony case (not the one with the light) in a BookCover case by Bookarmor. Yes, it's basically 2 cases, but I carry my 600 around in my backpack, and with this setup, I can just throw it in and not worry about it - no dust, no smashed screen.

Dr. Drib · 12-29-2009, 10:07 AM

Noreve (for the 600).

Classy, stylish, and expensive (and worth it).

"All my Kindles and Sonys wear Noreve. Or they wear nothing at all."

Don

chainring · 12-29-2009, 10:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by terekkincaid

I'm really enjoying my Standard Sony case (not the one with the light) in a BookCover case by Bookarmor. Yes, it's basically 2 cases, but I carry my 600 around in my backpack, and with this setup, I can just throw it in and not worry about it - no dust, no smashed screen.

Just out of curiosity, do you have a link to that BookArmor case?

desertgrandma · 12-29-2009, 10:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by EpicMoss

I'm trying to find certain things in a cover and I was wondering if someone can point me in the right direction. I'd like something that is secure and won't let the reader shift around too much (while not obscuring any buttons). It'd be nice if was slimmer (not too bulky), because I think one of the best features of the reader is how slim it is. A cover that bends back and could be secured in that position would be ideal (is there a top flipping one that can do that?). Any ideas? Thanks.

Have ou looked here? The covers can be bent back. Awesome designs, well made.

http://www.oberondesign.com/Sony.php

12-28-2009, 04:05 AM	#1
EpicMoss Junior Member Posts: 5 Karma: 10 Join Date: Dec 2009 Device: Sony PRS-600	Which is the best cover? I'm trying to find certain things in a cover and I was wondering if someone can point me in the right direction. I'd like something that is secure and won't let the reader shift around too much (while not obscuring any buttons). It'd be nice if was slimmer (not too bulky), because I think one of the best features of the reader is how slim it is. A cover that bends back and could be secured in that position would be ideal (is there a top flipping one that can do that?). Any ideas? Thanks.

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12-28-2009, 04:26 AM	#2
neilmarr neilmarr Posts: 7,216 Karma: 6000059 Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Monaco-Menton, France Device: sony	I got the flip-top 'Easy i' for a 505, Epic. Not sure if it's available for the 600, but it's worth checking. It makes for sturdy protection and a superbly comfortable read. It can be held in one hand with a finger or two slipped through a loop on the back and with the thumb free for page turning, can be free standing if you read while you eat, and it makes the reader feel, look and even smell like a high quality leather-bound hardback. Good luck. Neil

12-28-2009, 05:12 AM	#4
amjbrown Addict Posts: 322 Karma: 1231044 Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: London, UK Device: Kindle Oasis 3, Kindle app on the iPhone	It is such a personal thing. I am very happy with the standard Sony cover. Makes it feel like a book, and I use it to prop the whole thing up on my chest reading in bed. I also love the Sony and Reader logos that are embedded into the cover - looks really smart. I do think it should have been included with the 600 though! Good luck! amjb

12-28-2009, 07:35 AM	#5
Bremen Cole Wizard Posts: 1,115 Karma: 2718 Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Texas Device: iPad	Agree with amjbrown on this one. I have the 300, but form factor is the same as the 600 (just a bit smaller) and the Sony cover is the same as well. I like the protection, and the feel. Makes it easy to clip a light on, and easier to hold. A bit pricey, but fits perfect and imho looks good.

12-28-2009, 08:51 PM	#6
MelC Evangelist Posts: 410 Karma: 2081 Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Toronto, Canada Device: Cybook Gen3, PRS600	I have the Sony premium, Sony with booklight and now M-Edge Executive case. The M-Edge is the nicest case with the only drawback being that it doesn't use the hinges which makes it look a tad messy inside (although it works just as well with the straps). As for your criteria, the sony cases are definitely slimmer and more streamlined but sacrifice some padding for that streamlined feel. The M-Edge also comes in a flip style that will stand upright on its own. Mel

12-28-2009, 09:20 PM	#7
thefanmyj Enthusiast Posts: 25 Karma: 26 Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: NYC Device: Sony Touch	I'm looking for a case for the Touch, also. I'm leaning toward M-Edge, but I can't find any at retail stores. I'd love to see it before I buy it.

12-29-2009, 12:32 AM	#8
chainring Addict Posts: 210 Karma: 1000659 Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Sunnyvale, CA Device: Kindle Voyage, Kobo Aura H2O, PRS-650 (black), Kindle 3G	I like the Sony case that's desigend by Case Logic. Mostly, it has to do with the fact that I detest dust on the screen, thus the zippered case keeps my 600 squeaky clean. It's also very protective of drops, screen hits, etc... Downside is you have to lift it up a bit to turn on, but it's no big deal.

12-29-2009, 07:58 AM	#9
neilmarr neilmarr Posts: 7,216 Karma: 6000059 Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Monaco-Menton, France Device: sony	Hya EpicMoss: I spent the last half hour searching for my Easy i cover at the Sony.fr (France) site where I bought it. Can't find it. But I think that's maybe because it's now being marketed under the Tuff-Luv brand. This one looks pretty well identical (though it's PRS-505 specific): http://www.amazon.fr/Tuff-Luv-housse...6&sr=1-2-fkmr1. Good luck. Neil

12-29-2009, 09:41 AM	#11
thefanmyj Enthusiast Posts: 25 Karma: 26 Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: NYC Device: Sony Touch	Alas, the M-Edge cases sold by Best Buy are only available online.

12-29-2009, 09:49 AM	#12
terekkincaid Connoisseur Posts: 58 Karma: 196 Join Date: Oct 2009 Device: nook	I'm really enjoying my Standard Sony case (not the one with the light) in a BookCover case by Bookarmor. Yes, it's basically 2 cases, but I carry my 600 around in my backpack, and with this setup, I can just throw it in and not worry about it - no dust, no smashed screen.

12-29-2009, 10:07 AM	#13
Dr. Drib Grand Sorcerer Posts: 44,747 Karma: 55645321 Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Peru Device: Kindle: Oasis 3, Voyage WiFi; Kobo: Libra 2, Aura One	Noreve (for the 600). Classy, stylish, and expensive (and worth it). "All my Kindles and Sonys wear Noreve. Or they wear nothing at all." Don

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