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Waylander · 03-05-2022, 09:39 AM

Does anyone know of a rubberised case for the Kindle PW5 similar to the Iphone shockproof cases? I'd love the extra grip this could give, as well as the protection, without having to deal with the weight of a standard flip-case, as I have the opposite problem of many here and find it easier to hold my device when it's not in a heavy cover.

hleo12 · 03-05-2022, 10:13 AM

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Originally Posted by Waylander

Does anyone know of a rubberised case for the Kindle PW5 similar to the Iphone shockproof cases? I'd love the extra grip this could give, as well as the protection, without having to deal with the weight of a standard flip-case, as I have the opposite problem of many here and find it easier to hold my device when it's not in a heavy cover.

I'm using this type of case right now. It feels sturdy and has bumpers.

Waylander · 03-05-2022, 11:44 AM

Thanks. I found a couple of similar style cases as well. It's a pity there doesn't seem to be a non-transparent version. A basic, black silicone shockproof back-case seemingly doesn't exist, but I wish it did.

JSWolf · 03-05-2022, 03:07 PM

I've had a Reader for not long over 15 years. I've had a book style cover on every Reader. never a sleeve or screen protector. I find the cover makes the Reader nicer to hold.

Tarana · 03-05-2022, 05:03 PM

Until I got older and more fumbly, I used sleeves. Now I use cases - even a thin case like a Flintie will work unless you are tossing your unit into a backpack. You need something more protective in a backpack or if your cat walks on your reader. On my Nook, I used a plastic cover that clung to the front. It slightly reduced the sharpness of letters.

hleo12 · 03-07-2022, 10:57 PM

I ordered this strap. It makes holding my kindle easier. But I'm just worried the tension would make the screen snap or something. Should I be worried? It doesn't feel tight.

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A popsocket would be too bulky. I hope this doesn't ruin my kindle in any sort of way

Prepper · 03-08-2022, 09:54 AM

I use these, they are awesome: https://www.emmersongray.co.uk/

dewd · 03-11-2022, 03:42 AM

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Originally Posted by hleo12

I ordered this strap. It makes holding my kindle easier. But I'm just worried the tension would make the screen snap or something. Should I be worried? It doesn't feel tight.

I've used something similar for several years without any trouble. I use one with a finger-ring, which makes it very secure for travel and falling asleep in bed

- and I install it diagonally, which gives the most comfortable fit for me.

The one I use is the one linked below - I did try another brand for my Oasis, but the plastic "padding" on the ends didn't seem as solid and in fact left a tiny (almost invisible, but definitely there) dent on the Oasis.

https://smile.amazon.co.uk/gp/produc...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

In my bag, I use this sleeve - which isn't the cheapest version available, but I've had mine for four years now and it's still in perfect condition, so I'd recommend it.

https://smile.amazon.co.uk/dp/B01MSY...ing=UTF8&psc=1

ntamas · 03-12-2022, 09:46 AM

Very simple. If I want to carry it in my bag, I just put it into its box. Box perfectly protects it from damages.

hleo12 · 03-12-2022, 11:24 AM

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Very simple. If I want to carry it in my bag, I just put it into its box. Box perfectly protects it from damages.

The box that it came with?

ntamas · 03-12-2022, 04:57 PM

Of course. I have a PW3, its box is relatively small as compared to the one provided for the Kindle Keyboard.

BookCat · 03-22-2022, 05:20 PM

I've always kept ereaders in covers, it adds to their aesthetic appeal. My first ereader, the Sony, came in a thin faux leather case. This reader had a fragile screen. Each time I had to answer the door, or the phone (before I had a mobile), go to the loo, or put the kettle on, I needed to quickly put down the ereader and feel safe that none of my tribe of cats would stand on the screen. I bought an armoured cover eventually!

Even now, with only one cat, people come to the door - often with deliveries - so I need to quickly put the ereader down, rush to the door before he delivers to my neighbour for safe-keeping (I don't get on with one side) while feeling secure that my ereader won't be damaged by claws or heavy paws. Everyone has moments when they need to stop reading and attend to something else; it's dangerous to leave an ereader with a naked screen to be trodden on by child, cat, husband, or whoever.
I love pretty covers, they add to the readers appeal.

As for postage and packing, the OP seems to be getting a really bad deal. I recently bought a cover for my new Libra 2, which took two days to arrive from Amazon. It's Chinese made but not delivered on a slow boat from China. The postage cost nothing: it was one of those "buy Amazon-sold items to the value of £20 and get free delivery," deals, so I threw in a few things I normally buy for my cat, such as paper plates for feeding her from.
I'm sure other countries have this 'buy items over the price of . .' thing.

There are lots of padded sleeves available online for ereaders. I'm glad the OP has found something they're happy with.

hleo12 · 03-22-2022, 05:37 PM

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There are lots of padded sleeves available online for ereaders. I'm glad the OP has found something they're happy with.

Thanks. I'm satisfied with my set up for now. A clear case, elastic strap, and a pouch for traveling.

I have the cheapest kindle so I don't feel too bad about banging it up a bit. But I might change my mind when I upgrade. I kinda want a Paperwhite 5.

tomsem · 03-22-2022, 06:11 PM

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Originally Posted by hleo12

Thanks. I'm satisfied with my set up for now. A clear case, elastic strap, and a pouch for traveling.

I have the cheapest kindle so I don't feel too bad about banging it up a bit. But I might change my mind when I upgrade. I kinda want a Paperwhite 5.

You’ve changed your mind about banging up your Kindle? For shame!

Ironically the last covers I got/used were for Basic Kindles and PW1/3. PW4 and PW5 feel robust enough to me that I don’t worry about them.

hleo12 · 03-23-2022, 06:05 AM

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You’ve changed your mind about banging up your Kindle? For shame!

Ironically the last covers I got/used were for Basic Kindles and PW1/3. PW4 and PW5 feel robust enough to me that I don’t worry about them.

After using this for a couple of weeks, I feel like it's study enough to be lugged around the house. Specially with the strap. I just hook my hand and go about my merry way.

When buying this, I thought the pw5 would be much more expensive (I think I saw the signature edition's price). I had only seen basic and pw4 listed when looking for Kindles. If I'd known, I would've waited a month more to get a pw5 instead. But by the time I'm read for an upgrade, I'm sure Amazon would've released a newer version.

03-05-2022, 03:07 PM	#34
JSWolf Resident Curmudgeon Posts: 79,758 Karma: 145864619 Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Roslindale, Massachusetts Device: Kobo Libra 2, Kobo Aura H2O, PRS-650, PRS-T1, nook STR, PW3	I've had a Reader for not long over 15 years. I've had a book style cover on every Reader. never a sleeve or screen protector. I find the cover makes the Reader nicer to hold. Last edited by JSWolf; 03-12-2022 at 05:47 PM.

03-07-2022, 10:57 PM	#36
hleo12 Guru Posts: 655 Karma: 5078890 Join Date: Feb 2014 Device: Kobo Glo (deceased), Kindle 4th, Kindle Basic 10th Generation	I ordered this strap. It makes holding my kindle easier. But I'm just worried the tension would make the screen snap or something. Should I be worried? It doesn't feel tight. A popsocket would be too bulky. I hope this doesn't ruin my kindle in any sort of way

03-22-2022, 05:20 PM	#42
BookCat C L J Posts: 2,911 Karma: 21115458 Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Birmingham UK Device: Sony e-reader 505, Kindle PW2, Kindle PW3, Kobo Libra2	I've always kept ereaders in covers, it adds to their aesthetic appeal. My first ereader, the Sony, came in a thin faux leather case. This reader had a fragile screen. Each time I had to answer the door, or the phone (before I had a mobile), go to the loo, or put the kettle on, I needed to quickly put down the ereader and feel safe that none of my tribe of cats would stand on the screen. I bought an armoured cover eventually! Even now, with only one cat, people come to the door - often with deliveries - so I need to quickly put the ereader down, rush to the door before he delivers to my neighbour for safe-keeping (I don't get on with one side) while feeling secure that my ereader won't be damaged by claws or heavy paws. Everyone has moments when they need to stop reading and attend to something else; it's dangerous to leave an ereader with a naked screen to be trodden on by child, cat, husband, or whoever. I love pretty covers, they add to the readers appeal. As for postage and packing, the OP seems to be getting a really bad deal. I recently bought a cover for my new Libra 2, which took two days to arrive from Amazon. It's Chinese made but not delivered on a slow boat from China. The postage cost nothing: it was one of those "buy Amazon-sold items to the value of £20 and get free delivery," deals, so I threw in a few things I normally buy for my cat, such as paper plates for feeding her from. I'm sure other countries have this 'buy items over the price of . .' thing. There are lots of padded sleeves available online for ereaders. I'm glad the OP has found something they're happy with. Last edited by BookCat; 03-22-2022 at 05:23 PM.

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03-05-2022, 09:39 AM	#31
Waylander Guru Posts: 665 Karma: 2905052 Join Date: Oct 2013 Device: Kindle Paperwhite 5 16GB, Kindle Paperwhite 6, Kobo Clara,	Does anyone know of a rubberised case for the Kindle PW5 similar to the Iphone shockproof cases? I'd love the extra grip this could give, as well as the protection, without having to deal with the weight of a standard flip-case, as I have the opposite problem of many here and find it easier to hold my device when it's not in a heavy cover.

03-05-2022, 11:44 AM	#33
Waylander Guru Posts: 665 Karma: 2905052 Join Date: Oct 2013 Device: Kindle Paperwhite 5 16GB, Kindle Paperwhite 6, Kobo Clara,	Thanks. I found a couple of similar style cases as well. It's a pity there doesn't seem to be a non-transparent version. A basic, black silicone shockproof back-case seemingly doesn't exist, but I wish it did.

03-05-2022, 05:03 PM	#35
Tarana Wizard Posts: 4,038 Karma: 38840460 Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Minneapolis Device: PWSE, Voyage, K3, HDX, KBasic 7 & 8, Nook Glo3, Echos, Nanos	Until I got older and more fumbly, I used sleeves. Now I use cases - even a thin case like a Flintie will work unless you are tossing your unit into a backpack. You need something more protective in a backpack or if your cat walks on your reader. On my Nook, I used a plastic cover that clung to the front. It slightly reduced the sharpness of letters.

03-08-2022, 09:54 AM	#37
Prepper Connoisseur Posts: 73 Karma: 183156 Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Castle Rock, CO Device: Kobo Forma	I use these, they are awesome: https://www.emmersongray.co.uk/

03-12-2022, 09:46 AM	#39
ntamas Zealot Posts: 106 Karma: 875040 Join Date: May 2016 Location: Hungary Device: Kindle paperwhite 3 + Kindle keyboard	Very simple. If I want to carry it in my bag, I just put it into its box. Box perfectly protects it from damages.

03-12-2022, 04:57 PM	#41
ntamas Zealot Posts: 106 Karma: 875040 Join Date: May 2016 Location: Hungary Device: Kindle paperwhite 3 + Kindle keyboard	Of course. I have a PW3, its box is relatively small as compared to the one provided for the Kindle Keyboard.