Kindle Leather Cover for K4 NT compared - Page 3

jswinden · 11-06-2011, 12:12 PM

Don't forget that the K4 NT has half the battery capacity of the K3. A lighted cover might become an issue for some, though probably not for most of us.

As heavy as the K3 lighted cover is, I often wonder if it has a thin battery included in the back cover? Probably not as the K3 battery can power both the K3 and a light, but an extra battery capacity built into the case could be recharged as the K3 recharges (assuming the K3 is in the cover) and add a bit of extra run time. The extra weight might just simply be due to it being a larger and much heavier/sturdy built cover. The K3 cover will probably last a human generation whereas the K4 cover will hopefully last as long as I own the K4 but probably not much beyond that!

Nyssa · 11-06-2011, 12:26 PM

The numbers Meme posted explains why separately the K3 and the lighted case feel very light, but together they feel remarkably "heavy". Double anything and you can feel the difference.

jswinden · 11-06-2011, 02:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Nyssa

The numbers Meme posted explains why separately the K3 and the lighted case feel very light, but together they feel remarkably "heavy". Double anything and you can feel the difference.

True! I love my K3, especially in the lighted cover. It looks and feels solid and classy. But with carpel tunnel syndrome it is way to uncomfortable to hold for very long. Even balancing the K3 in lighted cover on my midsection while reclining a bit is still pretty tiring as my wrist will begin to feel discomfort and my hand will go to sleep. Unfortunately the K3 and K4 are way too thin for me to comfortably hold without putting them in covers. BTW, I still have this issue with the K4, but it is substantially easier on my hand and wrist.

Nyssa · 11-06-2011, 02:27 PM

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Originally Posted by jswinden

True! I love my K3, especially in the lighted cover. It looks and feels solid and classy. But with carpel tunnel syndrome it is way to uncomfortable to hold for very long. Even balancing the K3 in lighted cover on my midsection while reclining a bit is still pretty tiring as my wrist will begin to feel discomfort and my hand will go to sleep. Unfortunately the K3 and K4 are way too thin for me to comfortably hold without putting them in covers. BTW, I still have this issue with the K4, but it is substantially easier on my hand and wrist.

Ow! Carpel tunnel is no fun. My husband's flairs up occasionally and he has to wear a brace for a few days. He is a software developer, so there's no escaping, really.

jswinden · 11-06-2011, 03:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Nyssa

Ow! Carpel tunnel is no fun. My husband's flairs up occasionally and he has to wear a brace for a few days. He is a software developer, so there's no escaping, really.

I was a technical writer for two decades so I know how he must feel when it flairs up. I use a cheap cover I found for my K3 that doubles as a stand. I spend most of my reading time reading from the K3 in this stand/cover, but love the K4 for when I go out or want to sit someplace away from a desk or table.

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Blossom · 11-06-2011, 03:39 PM

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Originally Posted by jswinden

I was a technical writer for two decades so I know how he must feel when it flairs up. I use a cheap cover I found for my K3 that doubles as a stand. I spend most of my reading time reading from the K3 in this stand/cover, but love the K4 for when I go out or want to sit someplace away from a desk or table.

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I have the same problem with holding the K3 but for me it's the whole arms beside wrists and hands. I saw the doc about it last week and he says there is nothing that can be done.

I have to learn to live with it. I use this stand when it gets to much. It fits about everything from my phone, tablet and Readers.

Zeebra · 11-09-2011, 02:14 PM

My leather cover just arrived and I have to say it is nice. Still keeps the Kindle very slim, but gives it a nice "professional feel". I love the new design how it just sinks into the case and stays there with no hinges or straps.

Also, as an added benefit, this works GREAT with my new Kandle II clip on light. In my other thread where I reviewed the light the only issue was how thin the Kindle was and not being able to clip the Kandle on securely enough to the top, well with the cover open and folded back, I clip the Kandle onto the top and it's solidly on there now. The extra thickness with the cover folded back gives it just enough so that you clip the light on more securely.

Bonus #2, the cover isn't so thick that I can't also still put the entire thing away in my travel case that I purchased originally. I picked up this Kobo touch travel case originally:

The Kindle with cover fits inside all snug and zipped away. I'm a happy camper.

Blossom · 11-09-2011, 02:22 PM

That's great!

I love my Eco-Flip cover even though it's not a lighted case I can read hands free.

11-06-2011, 12:12 PM	#31
jswinden Nameless Being	Don't forget that the K4 NT has half the battery capacity of the K3. A lighted cover might become an issue for some, though probably not for most of us. As heavy as the K3 lighted cover is, I often wonder if it has a thin battery included in the back cover? Probably not as the K3 battery can power both the K3 and a light, but an extra battery capacity built into the case could be recharged as the K3 recharges (assuming the K3 is in the cover) and add a bit of extra run time. The extra weight might just simply be due to it being a larger and much heavier/sturdy built cover. The K3 cover will probably last a human generation whereas the K4 cover will hopefully last as long as I own the K4 but probably not much beyond that! Last edited by jswinden; 11-06-2011 at 12:15 PM.

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11-06-2011, 12:26 PM	#32
Nyssa Series Addict Posts: 6,180 Karma: 167189477 Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Florida, USA Device: Kindle Paperwhite (2nd Gen)	The numbers Meme posted explains why separately the K3 and the lighted case feel very light, but together they feel remarkably "heavy". Double anything and you can feel the difference.

11-09-2011, 02:14 PM	#37
Zeebra Evangelist Posts: 461 Karma: 956567 Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Toronto, Canada Device: Kindle Oasis 3	My leather cover just arrived and I have to say it is nice. Still keeps the Kindle very slim, but gives it a nice "professional feel". I love the new design how it just sinks into the case and stays there with no hinges or straps. Also, as an added benefit, this works GREAT with my new Kandle II clip on light. In my other thread where I reviewed the light the only issue was how thin the Kindle was and not being able to clip the Kandle on securely enough to the top, well with the cover open and folded back, I clip the Kandle onto the top and it's solidly on there now. The extra thickness with the cover folded back gives it just enough so that you clip the light on more securely. Bonus #2, the cover isn't so thick that I can't also still put the entire thing away in my travel case that I purchased originally. I picked up this Kobo touch travel case originally: The Kindle with cover fits inside all snug and zipped away. I'm a happy camper.

11-09-2011, 02:22 PM	#38
Blossom Treasure Seeker Posts: 18,708 Karma: 26026435 Join Date: Mar 2010 Device: Kobo HD Glo, Kindles, Kindle Fires, Andriod Devices	That's great! I love my Eco-Flip cover even though it's not a lighted case I can read hands free.

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