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Originally Posted by eloi
i would get the same one again and try to be even more careful this time, maybe sew an extra cushioned case on top of the first case, my partner who gifted me this reader says that's madness though and doesn't want to trust any kobo product ever again.
so do you have any recommendations for very resistant readers? my only other requirement is that i really love the pocket fusion that syncs articles you've saved on the internet instantly...
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Reality is that VIRTUALLY all e-ink readers are relatively fragile. The reason is that they contain a nearly paper thin (literally -- do a search for substrate in the forums for pics) glass plate for the e-ink. The only way to get around this is to go for one of the few devices that have a plastic rather than glass substrate (i.e. the Kobo Forma). Kindle or other brands aren't likely to be any more sturdy than a Kobo (although you might occasionally get Amazon to replace a broken screen, whereas none of the others are likely to).
IMHO it's more often twisting/mild bending of the device that causes issues over time. If you do go for a case make sure it won't bend or it's minimal help.