Oasis Protection

bschase2 · 11-30-2019, 05:18 PM

So, I just held an Oasis for the first time and I love it. My Voyage battery is dying, so it’s time to upgrade. However, it seems that if you put the case on the Oasis, you either have to give up the handhold (which is a huge selling point for me) or have the cover of the case just dangling there while you read.

I am curious, are there good solutions to protect the Oasis that don’t change the design of the Oasis. Or, is the quality good enough that I won’t scratch the screen when it gets tossed in my backpack everyday. I’ve always had a cover, but this design doesn’t seem to really want one.

Thoughts from those that know?

ElspethB · 11-30-2019, 07:30 PM

After experimenting with various cases for my Oasis, including the official Amazon water-safe fabric cover, I ended up preferring to read the Oasis without any cover. Because the back is slippery and I have small hands, I attached this phone grip handle, which allows me to read comfortably with one hand even when I'm lying down and holding the Oasis somewhat above me. I bought the grey colored base, which blends nicely into the metal back of the Oasis.

When I'm not reading, my Oasis lives in a sleeve case. I would never throw it into a bag unprotected!

bschase2 · 12-01-2019, 12:53 AM

A sleeve! Great idea! Reviews seem to say avoid ones with magnets because it turns the kindle on. Have you had that issue?

MonicaOP · 12-01-2019, 01:25 AM

Hi, I got something similar to this one https://www.ebay.com/i/283684559901 and it works really well, 'cause the cover gets attached to the back by magnets and mine is really strong. I can give you the link but I bought mine in Mexico, so no clue if you can find it exactly the same in the states.

Good luck!!

Sirtel · 12-01-2019, 02:43 AM

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Originally Posted by bschase2

A sleeve! Great idea! Reviews seem to say avoid ones with magnets because it turns the kindle on. Have you had that issue?

I have the same sleeve as ElspethB for both my Oases and I haven't had any issues in that regard.

Dr. Drib · 12-01-2019, 08:27 AM

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Originally Posted by ElspethB

After experimenting with various cases for my Oasis, including the official Amazon water-safe fabric cover, I ended up preferring to read the Oasis without any cover. Because the back is slippery and I have small hands, I attached this phone grip handle, which allows me to read comfortably with one hand even when I'm lying down and holding the Oasis somewhat above me. I bought the grey colored base, which blends nicely into the metal back of the Oasis.

When I'm not reading, my Oasis lives in a sleeve case. I would never throw it into a bag unprotected!

I'm happy this works for you.

The OP needs to be aware, however, that approx. 11% of people using this device it has not worked due to various issues. I would urge the OP to at least look over those negative reviews - AND THE POSITIVE REVIEWS, ALSO - in order to make an informed decision that best suits his/her needs.

JSWolf · 12-01-2019, 09:00 AM

I would highly say not to get this phone grip. It's going to make holding the Oasis even worse. As for a sleeve, a sleeve is not all that good when putting your Oasis in a bag.

ElspethB · 12-01-2019, 03:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dr. Drib

I'm happy this works for you.

The OP needs to be aware, however, that approx. 11% of people using this device it has not worked due to various issues. I would urge the OP to at least look over those negative reviews - AND THE POSITIVE REVIEWS, ALSO - in order to make an informed decision that best suits his/her needs.

I'm confused...are you referring to the phone grip or the sleeve? Both have worked exceedingly well for me since I bought them in August 2018; but, of course, one should always read the reviews and then take the extra step of vetting the reviews on Fakespot.com. I've been very happy with both, nor have I had the problems some have mentioned with the magnet in the sleeve turning the device on. YMMV

Dr. Drib · 12-01-2019, 04:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ElspethB

I'm confused...are you referring to the phone grip or the sleeve? Both have worked exceedingly well for me since I bought them in August 2018; but, of course, one should always read the reviews and then take the extra step of vetting the reviews on Fakespot.com. I've been very happy with both, nor have I had the problems some have mentioned with the magnet in the sleeve turning the device on. YMMV

Sorry, I meant the LoveHandle device.

Again, as mentioned, I'm very happy this is working for you.

Atunah · 12-02-2019, 12:49 PM

I have that same lovehandle on my Oasis3 and it has made a huge difference for me in holding it. I put the large one on though. 4 inch tablet size. Not the smaller phone size. I can still enjoy the ergonomics of the device and my wrists are getting a break. But, I don't take it along anywhere. It only gets read at home. I just do not want to read with a cover, it gets too heavy for me.

I wish I had found that lovehandle sooner when I had the Oasis2. I prefer a 6 inch size reader due to weight, but alas, none have buttons anymore.

I can put 4 fingers in it if I want and it rests just where i need it for my thumb to be on the button. Usually 3 are in it though. I have small hands so grabbing these things is always a struggle. Best thing I ever got for any of my kindles.

11-30-2019, 05:18 PM	#1
bschase2 Member Posts: 23 Karma: 10 Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Wellington, FL Device: Kindle Touch	Oasis Protection So, I just held an Oasis for the first time and I love it. My Voyage battery is dying, so it’s time to upgrade. However, it seems that if you put the case on the Oasis, you either have to give up the handhold (which is a huge selling point for me) or have the cover of the case just dangling there while you read. I am curious, are there good solutions to protect the Oasis that don’t change the design of the Oasis. Or, is the quality good enough that I won’t scratch the screen when it gets tossed in my backpack everyday. I’ve always had a cover, but this design doesn’t seem to really want one. Thoughts from those that know?

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11-30-2019, 07:30 PM	#2
ElspethB Passionate Reader Posts: 276 Karma: 1829152 Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Central Jersey, USA Device: Samsung Galaxy Tab S3, Kobo Clara HD, Fire HD 8, Voyage, Oasis 3, PW5	After experimenting with various cases for my Oasis, including the official Amazon water-safe fabric cover, I ended up preferring to read the Oasis without any cover. Because the back is slippery and I have small hands, I attached this phone grip handle, which allows me to read comfortably with one hand even when I'm lying down and holding the Oasis somewhat above me. I bought the grey colored base, which blends nicely into the metal back of the Oasis. When I'm not reading, my Oasis lives in a sleeve case. I would never throw it into a bag unprotected!

12-01-2019, 12:53 AM	#3
bschase2 Member Posts: 23 Karma: 10 Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Wellington, FL Device: Kindle Touch	A sleeve! Great idea! Reviews seem to say avoid ones with magnets because it turns the kindle on. Have you had that issue?

12-01-2019, 01:25 AM	#4
MonicaOP Connoisseur Posts: 80 Karma: 2136220 Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: Mexico Device: Kindle Keyboard Oasis	Hi, I got something similar to this one https://www.ebay.com/i/283684559901 and it works really well, 'cause the cover gets attached to the back by magnets and mine is really strong. I can give you the link but I bought mine in Mexico, so no clue if you can find it exactly the same in the states. Good luck!!

12-01-2019, 09:00 AM	#7
JSWolf Resident Curmudgeon Posts: 79,259 Karma: 145488788 Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Roslindale, Massachusetts Device: Kobo Libra 2, Kobo Aura H2O, PRS-650, PRS-T1, nook STR, PW3	I would highly say not to get this phone grip. It's going to make holding the Oasis even worse. As for a sleeve, a sleeve is not all that good when putting your Oasis in a bag.

12-02-2019, 12:49 PM	#10
Atunah Wizard Posts: 1,817 Karma: 23400001 Join Date: May 2012 Location: USA Device: K1/K3/BasicK Voyage/Oasis1/Oasis3	I have that same lovehandle on my Oasis3 and it has made a huge difference for me in holding it. I put the large one on though. 4 inch tablet size. Not the smaller phone size. I can still enjoy the ergonomics of the device and my wrists are getting a break. But, I don't take it along anywhere. It only gets read at home. I just do not want to read with a cover, it gets too heavy for me. I wish I had found that lovehandle sooner when I had the Oasis2. I prefer a 6 inch size reader due to weight, but alas, none have buttons anymore. I can put 4 fingers in it if I want and it rests just where i need it for my thumb to be on the button. Usually 3 are in it though. I have small hands so grabbing these things is always a struggle. Best thing I ever got for any of my kindles.

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