Kent,
I appreciate the idea, but I really want to be sure about this before spending $400. In other words, I want iRex to send me the DR in a solid case that they can guarantee to handle the bending stress (or whatever technical term) of its own body, at least. I shouldn't have to piece together something that may work, not for $400. For $200, your idea would be great!
Cost is a factor here, because for $200-300 more I can grab a used tablet/slate PC on eBay (apples and oranges, I know) that does a whole lot more, or the Kindle DX new. I'm sure the forum would appreciate any thoughts on strengthening the case though
In any case, don't worry, I won't throw the DR in dust bin
I'll either rip it open for more pictures (if the community wants that), or give it to someone for hacking around. Since it technically "works", I can still develop/port apps for it, but I'm not really motivated to.