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whiskeyguy · 06-03-2011, 11:27 PM

I backpack/camp a lot so I tend to put my electronics to the test and moisture inside a tent probably won't be sufficient to ruin the Kindle unless it's excessive.

If you have something like a Kindle that is relatively expensive and you'll be handling a lot, a SquareTrade warranty isn't a bad idea. They have sales all the time and you can get a multi-year Kindle warranty (with accident coverage also) for $15-$20. There's a deductible for accidents (I believe) but not for normal failure. You have to order it within a month of your purchase, but it's something to keep in mind the next time you buy an electronic device that you want to take into the outdoors. The peace of mind is worth it in my opinion.

06-03-2011, 11:27 PM	#47
whiskeyguy Junior Member Posts: 8 Karma: 10 Join Date: May 2011 Device: none	I backpack/camp a lot so I tend to put my electronics to the test and moisture inside a tent probably won't be sufficient to ruin the Kindle unless it's excessive. If you have something like a Kindle that is relatively expensive and you'll be handling a lot, a SquareTrade warranty isn't a bad idea. They have sales all the time and you can get a multi-year Kindle warranty (with accident coverage also) for $15-$20. There's a deductible for accidents (I believe) but not for normal failure. You have to order it within a month of your purchase, but it's something to keep in mind the next time you buy an electronic device that you want to take into the outdoors. The peace of mind is worth it in my opinion.