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Old 06-17-2021, 04:11 AM   #31
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For me, the area around the buttons would be nearly pristine as I would not use the buttons.
I don't use the buttons either, but that's where I hold the device - but after I've scraped away the dirt I can hold it again without disgust.
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Old 06-17-2021, 04:38 AM   #32
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For me, the area around the buttons would be nearly pristine as I would not use the buttons.
How do you know that? As you have never used one of the devices under discussion, how do you know how you would use it? The layout means you will probably hold it differently than your current "perfect" ereader, the Aura H2O. There is a very good chance you would one day realise you hadn't touched the screen to turn the page for a while.
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Old 06-22-2021, 11:54 PM   #33
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The backing on the Forma or any device isn't the top priority for me when making a purchase. For others, my recommendation is a custom fit skin (link below). Smooth, matte, solid colors or thousands of designs, one only needs to apply it to the back. It is easily removed and causes no damage and leaves no residue on the device. This company produces high quality products with excellent customer service:

https://www.decalgirl.com/skins/kobo-forma-skins
Good idea! I put a Decalgirl skin on my Sony and liked it. I hadn’t thought of it for this purpose, but you are right it would help with this. I am going to see if they have skins for my other sticky devices. 😀
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Old 06-24-2021, 07:51 PM   #34
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I've used enough Readers all with covers to know that the cover makes the Reader nicer to hold.
The Forma is my primary reader and I strongly disagree.
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Old 06-25-2021, 01:11 AM   #35
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Fortunately, I am always looking for the perfect eReader, so I don't think I will keep my Forma long enough to run into this issue. Unfortunately I have seen it happen on several items. Currently I have a Sangean portable shortwave radio where the volume button is getting sticky. I have a pair of nice leather 1990 Raichle hiking boots that I dug out of the closet for a trip to Big Bend National Park. Still fit like a glove. Thank goodness I took them for a test run (about 2010). After about half a mile the Vibram soles literally crumbled off the boots. I was able to get them resoled. I doubt Kobo offers that option!
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Old 07-01-2021, 01:05 PM   #36
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Issues with mine
I've had a Kobo Forma since close to two years now and have had problems with the protective layer peeling off the rubber.

Pretty disappointed to be honest since it's always been kept in their 50 EUR official Protective Cover Sleep Cover when I commute/travel.

Previously bought a Kindle Paperwhite in 2013 and still looks great to this day (also with the case).
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Old 07-01-2021, 01:06 PM   #37
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Issues with my Kobo Forma
I've had a Kobo Forma since close to two years now and have had problems with the protective layer peeling off the rubber.

Pretty disappointed to be honest since it's always been kept in their 50 EUR official Protective Cover Sleep Cover when I commute/travel.

Previously bought a Kindle Paperwhite in 2013 and still looks great to this day (also with the case).
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Old 07-01-2021, 01:55 PM   #38
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Wow...that does not look good
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Old 07-01-2021, 09:54 PM   #39
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I've had a Kobo Forma since close to two years now and have had problems with the protective layer peeling off the rubber.
This looks worrying, but what does have it to do with the rubberized plastic covering ? I understand it's only on the back on the device, and you're showing us the front.
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Old 07-01-2021, 10:51 PM   #40
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I think the side strip that has the buttons is rubberized too...
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Old 07-02-2021, 06:37 PM   #41
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interesting, I have had the Forma since it came out and not had any issues with the "rubberized" finish. And tbf, I use this thing daily.

I have gotten the new Elipsa, but I will still be using the Forma daily.
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