Accessories Kindle cover dilemma - Page 2

TheKindleWorm · 09-05-2010, 03:58 AM

I've got a bit of a live-wire 3 year old and I don't think any case would keep her out as she can undo poppers, zips or any other fastening.

I have just got into the habit of placing my Kindle where I know she can't reach it even if she climbed on a chair which is her latest trick. So I normally use the high kitchen cupboards - bit of a pain but easier when you get in the habit of "hiding" it when not in use.

TheKindleWorm · 09-05-2010, 04:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by babyd

to be fair, Id keep any ereader away from young kids anyway, regardless of cover, they are too delicate if dropped or the screen pressed by little fingers

Eugh the thought of sticky fingers all over my Kindle screen makes me feel sick!

Although I have to say that I let my daughter play with my iPhone and that doesn't bother me at all as she bashes away at the screen - actually I'm being a bit harsh as she does know how to tap on the icons and swipe through photos and videos of herself!

I think it's just that the Kindle feels more vulnerable.

babyd · 09-05-2010, 06:16 AM

oh yes, I remember the sticky fingers days LOL and the whole house having to be kiddie proofed. So good when you don't have to think so hard about where to put things, my girl is all grown up now. Mind you 17 comes with its own problems

Solicitous · 09-19-2010, 09:38 AM

How have people gone with their standard leather kindle cover? I've noticed with mine that the elastic isn't as strong as it was when I got it (the front cover flaps a little when closed) and I noticed at the top where the elastic is sewn into the back about 1/2 inch of the elastic isn't actually stretchy/elastic, appears either to have slid out a little from the back or internally in the cord it is broken.

I wonder if it is worth contacting Amazon over it? Anyone ever contacted them over a faulty cover?

nimblem · 09-19-2010, 09:55 AM

Here is one from bodyglove that may work for you.... I wish it was made for the DX.....

http://www.amazon.com/Body-Glove-E-R...5X5Z3V808X5E99

Tomsk · 09-19-2010, 04:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by grownupboy

i'm a huge fan of the timbuk2 cases - and they just released a new version specifically sized for the k3:

http://www.amazon.com/Timbuk2-Kindle.../ref=pd_cp_e_1

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I use a Timbuk2 for my KDXG.
For my previous ereader (BeBook/Astak) I had a book type cover, but the KDXG was already large and heavy enough naked, so I went for a sleeve case.
I'm glad I chose the Timbuk2 as the nylon material feels a lot tougher than the neoprene sleeves I tried at my local shops.
I re-inforced my sleeve with some 1.5mm aluminium sheet and 2mm neoprene.

The duct tape has gone now and the alumnium sheet is glued to the neoprene. There's also a thumb cut-out to make it easier to remove the KDXG.

Solicitous · 09-20-2010, 11:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Solicitous

How have people gone with their standard leather kindle cover? I've noticed with mine that the elastic isn't as strong as it was when I got it (the front cover flaps a little when closed) and I noticed at the top where the elastic is sewn into the back about 1/2 inch of the elastic isn't actually stretchy/elastic, appears either to have slid out a little from the back or internally in the cord it is broken.

I wonder if it is worth contacting Amazon over it? Anyone ever contacted them over a faulty cover?

Well I decided to contact Amazon, brilliant service. I've ordered a replacement. I can't complain with Amazon at all.

GlassX · 09-23-2010, 04:35 PM

I'm a new Kindle owner. Still charging it, so no opinion about it. However I'd like to know about cases. I don't have any kids, but I guess I'll be having it with me between home and work.
Is it too sensitive so a case is needed?

If so I'm thinking I should get something like a protective envelope sleeve or something similar. Do you suggest I should get a full cover case that I can read my Kindle without taking it out? I find it a bit bulky.

Opinions?

kindlekitten · 09-23-2010, 04:53 PM

I am fully in the Oberon camp, but there are many other cases and sleeves to look at. I always read at home naked, but when it goes anywhere with me, it is fully clothed. I do believe the protection is crucial if you are going to leave home. the bulk in most situations has never bothered me with my case(s)

flandroid · 09-23-2010, 04:59 PM

If you're more of a 'sleeve' than a 'cover' person, take a look at Rogue Theory on Etsy. I've bought two of their custom sleeves and they're very nice indeed. $20 shipped, nice and snug, soft inside, padded without being too bulky, and they have a lot of designs. They arrive pretty quickly too, considering they're made to order (since they also make sleeves for iPads, Nooks, &c).

GlassX · 09-23-2010, 05:22 PM

Thanks guys, lots of choices !
I'm also on the "naked at home" and "fully-dressed outside" wagon.
It's legal for me, it' ll be the same for my Kindle I suppose.

flandroid · 09-23-2010, 07:16 PM

I actually swing both ways (!), sleeve at home for dust &c but naked reading, and an Amazon cover for 'actual' travel (ie: not walking to work or walking to the park).

Zyzomys · 09-24-2010, 02:50 PM

My Timbuk2 case finally arrived - I quite like it. I read with my Kindle 3 naked, so this case is perfect for me.

Rayski · 09-26-2010, 10:25 PM

Can't decide, but I think I just want a sleeve to protect. Thinking of getting one from PuppyDogsNPolkaDots on Etsy.

jlmwrite · 09-26-2010, 11:47 PM

I'm on day 3 of using the basic black Amazon lighted cover for my K3. I don't have to worry about the kiddies getting goop on my stuff anymore (they're teenagers and are busy gooping up their own electronics) but I did worry about protecting my newest toy in my briefcase.

Instead of waiting for alternate covers to arrive in the local stores or for something purchased online to arrive, I went back to Target first thing the next morning after buying my Kindle and bought the lighted cover. The price is outrageous but it seems to be fairly high quality.

It's practical/functional, doesn't add much bulk, and has an understated look that I like. We'll see how durable it is once I get used to carrying it everywhere rather than doing most of my reading on my phone.

09-26-2010, 10:25 PM	#29
Rayski Junior Member Posts: 1 Karma: 10 Join Date: Sep 2010 Device: kindle 3G	Can't decide Can't decide, but I think I just want a sleeve to protect. Thinking of getting one from PuppyDogsNPolkaDots on Etsy.

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09-05-2010, 03:58 AM	#16
TheKindleWorm Guru Posts: 860 Karma: 177868 Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: East Anglia UK Device: Kindle 3G, iPhone 3G, iPod 4G, PB 360, Sony 600 sold, Kindle 2i sold	I've got a bit of a live-wire 3 year old and I don't think any case would keep her out as she can undo poppers, zips or any other fastening. I have just got into the habit of placing my Kindle where I know she can't reach it even if she climbed on a chair which is her latest trick. So I normally use the high kitchen cupboards - bit of a pain but easier when you get in the habit of "hiding" it when not in use.

09-05-2010, 06:16 AM	#18
babyd Addict Posts: 384 Karma: 1567 Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: UK Device: Sony:505, 600, 350, 650, Kindle 3 & PW, Kobo Mini & Aura HD	oh yes, I remember the sticky fingers days LOL and the whole house having to be kiddie proofed. So good when you don't have to think so hard about where to put things, my girl is all grown up now. Mind you 17 comes with its own problems

09-19-2010, 09:38 AM	#19
Solicitous Wizard Posts: 1,434 Karma: 1525776 Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: TAS, Australia Device: Astak Pocket Pro (Black), 2 x Kindle WiFi (Graphite), iPod Touch 4G	How have people gone with their standard leather kindle cover? I've noticed with mine that the elastic isn't as strong as it was when I got it (the front cover flaps a little when closed) and I noticed at the top where the elastic is sewn into the back about 1/2 inch of the elastic isn't actually stretchy/elastic, appears either to have slid out a little from the back or internally in the cord it is broken. I wonder if it is worth contacting Amazon over it? Anyone ever contacted them over a faulty cover?

09-19-2010, 09:55 AM	#20
nimblem Addict Posts: 304 Karma: 7102 Join Date: Dec 2009 Device: Pocket Pro, Kindle Dx	Here is one from bodyglove that may work for you.... I wish it was made for the DX..... http://www.amazon.com/Body-Glove-E-R...5X5Z3V808X5E99

09-23-2010, 04:35 PM	#23
GlassX Connoisseur Posts: 79 Karma: 24830 Join Date: Aug 2010 Device: Kindle 3, K4NT	I'm a new Kindle owner. Still charging it, so no opinion about it. However I'd like to know about cases. I don't have any kids, but I guess I'll be having it with me between home and work. Is it too sensitive so a case is needed? If so I'm thinking I should get something like a protective envelope sleeve or something similar. Do you suggest I should get a full cover case that I can read my Kindle without taking it out? I find it a bit bulky. Opinions?

09-23-2010, 04:53 PM	#24
kindlekitten Professional Adventuress Posts: 13,368 Karma: 50260224 Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: The Olympic Peninsula on the OTHER Washington! (the big green clean one on the west coast!) Device: Kindle, the original! Times Two! and gifting an International Kindle	I am fully in the Oberon camp, but there are many other cases and sleeves to look at. I always read at home naked, but when it goes anywhere with me, it is fully clothed. I do believe the protection is crucial if you are going to leave home. the bulk in most situations has never bothered me with my case(s)

09-23-2010, 04:59 PM	#25
flandroid Connoisseur Posts: 98 Karma: 294 Join Date: Aug 2010 Device: Kindle 2/3/4/PW3	If you're more of a 'sleeve' than a 'cover' person, take a look at Rogue Theory on Etsy. I've bought two of their custom sleeves and they're very nice indeed. $20 shipped, nice and snug, soft inside, padded without being too bulky, and they have a lot of designs. They arrive pretty quickly too, considering they're made to order (since they also make sleeves for iPads, Nooks, &c).

09-23-2010, 05:22 PM	#26
GlassX Connoisseur Posts: 79 Karma: 24830 Join Date: Aug 2010 Device: Kindle 3, K4NT	Thanks guys, lots of choices ! I'm also on the "naked at home" and "fully-dressed outside" wagon. It's legal for me, it' ll be the same for my Kindle I suppose.

09-23-2010, 07:16 PM	#27
flandroid Connoisseur Posts: 98 Karma: 294 Join Date: Aug 2010 Device: Kindle 2/3/4/PW3	I actually swing both ways (!), sleeve at home for dust &c but naked reading, and an Amazon cover for 'actual' travel (ie: not walking to work or walking to the park).

09-24-2010, 02:50 PM	#28
Zyzomys Hooked on Phonics Posts: 122 Karma: 24 Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Ottawa, Canada Device: Kindle	My Timbuk2 case finally arrived - I quite like it. I read with my Kindle 3 naked, so this case is perfect for me.

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09-26-2010, 11:47 PM	#30
jlmwrite Zealot Posts: 143 Karma: 13398 Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Golden, Colorado Device: Samsung Tab S8.4, Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge	I'm on day 3 of using the basic black Amazon lighted cover for my K3. I don't have to worry about the kiddies getting goop on my stuff anymore (they're teenagers and are busy gooping up their own electronics) but I did worry about protecting my newest toy in my briefcase. Instead of waiting for alternate covers to arrive in the local stores or for something purchased online to arrive, I went back to Target first thing the next morning after buying my Kindle and bought the lighted cover. The price is outrageous but it seems to be fairly high quality. It's practical/functional, doesn't add much bulk, and has an understated look that I like. We'll see how durable it is once I get used to carrying it everywhere rather than doing most of my reading on my phone.