Good Kindle 3 Case for reading in bed?

forkyfork · 02-25-2011, 02:45 AM

Hello. I am looking for a good Kindle case to read in bed. I saw some options but was hoping someone had hands-on experience.

I am considering the Tuff-Luv case (http://www.amazon.com/Tuff-Luv-Multi...8619074&sr=8-1) ... It seems like it's pretty sturdy, but it's also a tad pricey. My concern is how much the case moves - at all - when you press the buttons? Does anyone have any hands-on experience with it?

Or.. if there is another stand case that you think is good, let me know, too! Especially if you do read in bed already.

Kenneth_irl · 02-25-2011, 03:21 AM

I have had that particular Tuff-luv cover + the official Kindle cover without light. I'm waiting for my new M-Edge Trip Kindle Jacket.

The Tuff-luv cover is quite nice, but I didn't like the velcro solution. Magnets would have been a better solution in my opinion. The quality is other than that really good, but the *real* leather is only a fraction of a mm thick. The padding is good, front and back and gives good protection, no doubt. This is partly because the padding can hold some air inside which in turn gives a really good shock absorption.

I brought it because I wanted to read in bed with the built-in stand, but in my experience it was actually more of a hassle because it's more bulky and because I use my legs as natural stands instead.

If you really need a cover with a stand than I would buy this one insteed:

http://www.amazon.co.uk/DURAGADGET-G...8621981&sr=8-1

It's only 11 quid and *real* leather, probably only a thin layer, though.

The stand is most likely only valid as a thing to use in bed if you like to have your legs streched out falt. I personally find that really uncomfetable and unnatural; besides who uses a book stand for normal paperbacks books? So why should you need a stand for your Kindle? Just how I look at it, mate.

Cheers

jerrywojo · 02-25-2011, 07:30 AM

I use the Kindle 3 case made by Speck.

http://www.speckproducts.com/kindle-...e-3-cases.html

Has a stand and since it opens like a book so I can hold it like a book. Works well for me reading in bed.

The case does add some weight so I usually remove the K3 from the case during really long reading sessions.

tm3 · 02-25-2011, 09:22 AM

reading in bed -- probably 90% of my reading experience.

here is my "review" of several cases:

https://www.mobileread.com/forums/sho...112944&page=16

the one i ended up keeping is my favorite because it is so easy to prop the K3 up on my chest/abdomen and i don't have to hold onto it. plus the cover looks classy.

i have the M edge light which while not designed specifically for this cover, tucks in on the top or the side and works great. i have a rechargeable AAA battery in it that has lasted for hours and hours so far without a recharge.

my wife has complained about light from my reading for years, and i have tried various lights without being really happy with any of them. they were either too bright from her standpoint, or too dim and non-uniform from my standpoint.

this current solution is awesome. great reading for me, nice and dark from her viewpoint.

sirmaru · 02-25-2011, 09:27 AM

I've used a Marware case (available at Amazon) and its great for reading anywhere. It offers full protection, all keys and ports have openings and it has a strap at the back for attachment to your fingers to protect it from accidental falls. It also can be set up with an included back rest for reading at a desk.

kindlekitten · 02-25-2011, 09:29 AM

you might want to check out the COVERS sticky up above! ;o)

carld · 02-25-2011, 11:22 AM

I use Amazon's lighted case for reading in bed, works very well for me.

Kevin2960 · 02-25-2011, 02:21 PM

M-Edge Exective is excellent, in every way!

djb132 · 02-25-2011, 05:05 PM

I have the JAVOedge MiMo Book Case for Amazon Kindle 3

No light but I use it in bed all the time.

Victoria · 02-25-2011, 05:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by carld

I use Amazon's lighted case for reading in bed, works very well for me.

I do as well. I use one of the little u shaped cushions that you buy in airports (for neck support). The kindle stands up on its own in the middle.

It feels luxurious in the winter, because I only have to take my hand out from under the warm covers just long enough to hit the next page button. And the light itself is excellent.

I hesitated about the price, but am very glad I went for it.

02-25-2011, 02:45 AM	#1
forkyfork Zealot Posts: 145 Karma: 1664 Join Date: May 2009 Device: It's a long story ;)	Good Kindle 3 Case for reading in bed? Hello. I am looking for a good Kindle case to read in bed. I saw some options but was hoping someone had hands-on experience. I am considering the Tuff-Luv case (http://www.amazon.com/Tuff-Luv-Multi...8619074&sr=8-1) ... It seems like it's pretty sturdy, but it's also a tad pricey. My concern is how much the case moves - at all - when you press the buttons? Does anyone have any hands-on experience with it? Or.. if there is another stand case that you think is good, let me know, too! Especially if you do read in bed already.

02-25-2011, 03:21 AM	#2
Kenneth_irl Addict Posts: 212 Karma: 55934 Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Denmark Device: Kindle 3 + Paperwhite 7th gen	I have had that particular Tuff-luv cover + the official Kindle cover without light. I'm waiting for my new M-Edge Trip Kindle Jacket. The Tuff-luv cover is quite nice, but I didn't like the velcro solution. Magnets would have been a better solution in my opinion. The quality is other than that really good, but the real leather is only a fraction of a mm thick. The padding is good, front and back and gives good protection, no doubt. This is partly because the padding can hold some air inside which in turn gives a really good shock absorption. I brought it because I wanted to read in bed with the built-in stand, but in my experience it was actually more of a hassle because it's more bulky and because I use my legs as natural stands instead. If you really need a cover with a stand than I would buy this one insteed: http://www.amazon.co.uk/DURAGADGET-G...8621981&sr=8-1 It's only 11 quid and real leather, probably only a thin layer, though. The stand is most likely only valid as a thing to use in bed if you like to have your legs streched out falt. I personally find that really uncomfetable and unnatural; besides who uses a book stand for normal paperbacks books? So why should you need a stand for your Kindle? Just how I look at it, mate. Cheers Last edited by Kenneth_irl; 02-26-2011 at 02:31 AM. Reason: Spelling

02-25-2011, 05:05 PM	#9
djb132 Junior Member Posts: 7 Karma: 10 Join Date: Jan 2011 Device: Kindle 3	JavoEgde Mimo I have the JAVOedge MiMo Book Case for Amazon Kindle 3 No light but I use it in bed all the time.

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sirmaru Wizard Posts: 2,426 Karma: 6561538 Join Date: Nov 2007 Device: Kindle PW 2013, HDX 2013, Galaxy S5 2014	I've used a Marware case (available at Amazon) and its great for reading anywhere. It offers full protection, all keys and ports have openings and it has a strap at the back for attachment to your fingers to protect it from accidental falls. It also can be set up with an included back rest for reading at a desk.

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carld Wizard Posts: 2,698 Karma: 4748723 Join Date: Dec 2007 Device: Kindle Paperwhite	I use Amazon's lighted case for reading in bed, works very well for me.

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