K3 too thin? - Page 2

daesdaemar · 07-10-2011, 09:26 AM

I agree that it's a bit thin to feel "substantially comfortable" in my hands. I use a padded zippered case for transport, but read it naked.

CRussel · 07-10-2011, 09:32 AM

A nice case provides both an aesthetically pleasing appearance and an improved tactile experience. Plus, of course, it also protects your Kindle. I definitely prefer my Kindle with a case.

cfrock · 07-10-2011, 10:19 AM

Agreed. I much prefer reading on my K3 while in it's case than out.

DMB · 07-10-2011, 10:32 AM

I've never tried reading mine without the case. I'm too scared of accidental damage. And with the case it's easy to hold and still not too heavy.

After years of reading in bed from all sorts of dt books, I find it so much more comfortable to be able to do it from the Kindle.

NoHolyGrail · 07-10-2011, 01:20 PM

I carry it around in a sleeve (from my Sony PRS-600) for protection, but I don't have a cover yet. As soon as I can afford it, I was planning on getting Amazon's cover with the built-in light to kill two birds with one stone. So it's good to hear that the covers make it more comfortable for everybody, but it probably won't solve my problem completely however. I had covers with both my Sony readers and I would frequently take them out of the cover because I like to switch hands and positions. So, the cover will help just some of the time. Cases like the one dwig linked to look like they should help. Sadly, I'd have to forego the built-in light.

Martyd · 07-10-2011, 01:21 PM

I thought the K3 was thin too and purchased this cover.

http://www.marware.com/kindle-covers...kindle-3-cover

It adds just enough thickness, and the kindle can be operated and held like it was naked. Of course the protection is a plus.

kennyc · 07-10-2011, 01:38 PM

You can never be too thin, or too rich. Kindle is both!

CRussel · 07-10-2011, 03:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NoHolyGrail

I carry it around in a sleeve (from my Sony PRS-600) for protection, but I don't have a cover yet. As soon as I can afford it, I was planning on getting Amazon's cover with the built-in light to kill two birds with one stone. So it's good to hear that the covers make it more comfortable for everybody, but it probably won't solve my problem completely however. I had covers with both my Sony readers and I would frequently take them out of the cover because I like to switch hands and positions. So, the cover will help just some of the time. Cases like the one dwig linked to look like they should help. Sadly, I'd have to forego the built-in light.

The cover with the built in light works well for either hand. Because the cover folds back on itself, it doesn't interfere with operation from either hand. The built in light, however, doesn't work all that well when lying down on your side in bed. Sitting up in bed, however, it's great.

Refom1 · 07-10-2011, 11:18 PM

I keep mine in a leather case from Oberon. Very comfortable to hold and it's well protected too.

lestatar · 07-11-2011, 12:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Martyd

I thought the K3 was thin too and purchased this cover.

http://www.marware.com/kindle-covers...kindle-3-cover

It adds just enough thickness, and the kindle can be operated and held like it was naked. Of course the protection is a plus.

Hey there...I thought about this style of cover, but decided on more standard book jacket type myself.

This is kinda cool though, reminding me of old school PDA flip covers. And of course, it looks like a great big communicator from Star Trek

How do you like the vertical flip? Would you consider posting pics of you K3 and case here for us to see in real life?

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Martyd · 07-11-2011, 04:18 PM

Well here goes an attempt to post a picture. I have an Amazon cover which is very good and may provide better protection, but since I got the Marewear I have dropped the Amazon cover. I really like the flip opening. The cover opens easily. It's a neater package. In the opened photo you can see a strap that your hand slids into if you feel it's necessary. This way when you fall asleep the kindle will not fall on the floor.

Martyd · 07-11-2011, 04:21 PM

Back to the drawing board for pictures. Sorry.

Martyd · 07-11-2011, 04:28 PM

Last try. Made them smaller.

Skydog · 07-11-2011, 11:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kennyc

You can never be too thin, or too rich. Kindle is both!

Agree! I LOVE its thin form factor -- it's perfect.

alansplace · 07-11-2011, 11:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Skydog

Agree! I LOVE its thin form factor -- it's perfect.

07-11-2011, 04:28 PM	#28
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07-10-2011, 09:26 AM	#16
daesdaemar Addict Posts: 210 Karma: 4282 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Florida Device: Sony 505, Kindle 3, iPad 3	I agree that it's a bit thin to feel "substantially comfortable" in my hands. I use a padded zippered case for transport, but read it naked.

07-10-2011, 09:32 AM	#17
CRussel (he/him/his) Posts: 12,322 Karma: 80074820 Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Sunshine Coast, BC Device: Oasis (Gen3),Paperwhite (Gen10), Voyage, Paperwhite(orig), iPad Air M3	A nice case provides both an aesthetically pleasing appearance and an improved tactile experience. Plus, of course, it also protects your Kindle. I definitely prefer my Kindle with a case.

07-10-2011, 10:19 AM	#18
cfrock Enthusiast Posts: 47 Karma: 1840 Join Date: Jun 2010 Device: Nook STR & K3	Agreed. I much prefer reading on my K3 while in it's case than out.

07-10-2011, 10:32 AM	#19
DMB Old Git Posts: 958 Karma: 1840790 Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Switzerland (mostly) Device: Two kindle PWs wifi, kindle fire, iPad3 wifi	I've never tried reading mine without the case. I'm too scared of accidental damage. And with the case it's easy to hold and still not too heavy. After years of reading in bed from all sorts of dt books, I find it so much more comfortable to be able to do it from the Kindle.

07-10-2011, 01:20 PM	#20
NoHolyGrail Connoisseur Posts: 82 Karma: 10 Join Date: Mar 2009 Device: Kindle 3 (previously owned PRS-500, PRS-600)	I carry it around in a sleeve (from my Sony PRS-600) for protection, but I don't have a cover yet. As soon as I can afford it, I was planning on getting Amazon's cover with the built-in light to kill two birds with one stone. So it's good to hear that the covers make it more comfortable for everybody, but it probably won't solve my problem completely however. I had covers with both my Sony readers and I would frequently take them out of the cover because I like to switch hands and positions. So, the cover will help just some of the time. Cases like the one dwig linked to look like they should help. Sadly, I'd have to forego the built-in light.

07-10-2011, 01:21 PM	#21
Martyd Zealot Posts: 121 Karma: 774868 Join Date: Jan 2011 Device: Kindle Voyage, Paperwhite	I thought the K3 was thin too and purchased this cover. http://www.marware.com/kindle-covers...kindle-3-cover It adds just enough thickness, and the kindle can be operated and held like it was naked. Of course the protection is a plus.

07-10-2011, 01:38 PM	#22
kennyc The Dank Side of the Moon Posts: 35,930 Karma: 119747553 Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Denver, CO Device: Kindle2 & PW, Onyx Boox Go6	You can never be too thin, or too rich. Kindle is both!

07-10-2011, 11:18 PM	#24
Refom1 Member Retired Posts: 29 Karma: 72354 Join Date: Aug 2010 Device: Kindle 2, Android tablet	I keep mine in a leather case from Oberon. Very comfortable to hold and it's well protected too.

07-11-2011, 04:18 PM	#26
Martyd Zealot Posts: 121 Karma: 774868 Join Date: Jan 2011 Device: Kindle Voyage, Paperwhite	Well here goes an attempt to post a picture. I have an Amazon cover which is very good and may provide better protection, but since I got the Marewear I have dropped the Amazon cover. I really like the flip opening. The cover opens easily. It's a neater package. In the opened photo you can see a strap that your hand slids into if you feel it's necessary. This way when you fall asleep the kindle will not fall on the floor.

07-11-2011, 04:21 PM	#27
Martyd Zealot Posts: 121 Karma: 774868 Join Date: Jan 2011 Device: Kindle Voyage, Paperwhite	Back to the drawing board for pictures. Sorry.