What is your ideal cover/case for the Reader? - Page 3

RCR · 09-20-2008, 07:16 PM

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Originally Posted by bmwvan

Over in the thread about alternative light sources, we got onto the question of how long the plastic attachment points might last in either the original or leather covers sold by Sony. Does anyone have any data on this subject, or suggestions for an alternative?

As posted earlier, when I dropped my Sony onto a hard tile floor in its original cover, the bottom of the plastic clip broke off. There was no damage at all to the device.

I ripped the entire clip out of the cover, then used two tiny bits of double sided tape to stick the Sony into the back of the cover. This works well. I actually like it better than the clip. The Sony is held firmly in the cover - it doesn't swing around like it used to. If I ever need the reset hole in the back of the Sony, the bits of tape are so small, they will be easy to unstick.

acidzebra · 09-21-2008, 08:49 AM

I want that hollow book!

igorsk · 09-21-2008, 08:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bmwvan

Over in the thread about alternative light sources, we got onto the question of how long the plastic attachment points might last in either the original or leather covers sold by Sony. Does anyone have any data on this subject, or suggestions for an alternative?

I've been removing my Reader from the cover (to put it in a ziplok bag) for bath reading every few days. That put some stress on the tabs and eventually they did break recently, so I had to buy a new cover. That makes it a bit under a year of pretty heavy usage. So if you don't remove your Reader regularly, I don't see them breaking any time soon.

Pandora Moon · 05-22-2009, 12:58 PM

taildragger-j3 & swar235 I was wondering how you guys managed to get thosse colours for your sony e-readers? as they look really cool and I haven't seen them on any website I've been on.

Cheers

willanaya · 05-22-2009, 02:49 PM

I saw this daily planner at Walmart (the Evil Empire) and decided to give it a try.

The edges are hard so there is some protection. The only problem I have is the way the case has to be closed, with a strap, instead of a zipper.

The rear section is perfect for holding some sd cards. I also get a note pad and pen holder, CHA-CHING!!

Come on Sony! Build something worth while!

kelly1010 · 05-22-2009, 03:45 PM

I would like a case with a zipper. Thanks to all who suggested the idea of a dayplanner case. I will look for one next time I go to Walmart.

snape · 05-22-2009, 03:48 PM

A friend is making an aluminum case to hold the reader & stock cover. I told him I want it as thin as possible while still being bomb-proof.

He has a CNC machine and some lightweight aluminum, so I'm curious to see what he comes up with. I'll post pics once it's done (probably a week or so, as he has another project ahead of mine.)

willanaya · 05-23-2009, 05:02 PM

this aint bad

http://www.extremeinkjet.com/Product...mor505&click=2

sayhello · 05-26-2009, 12:09 AM

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Originally Posted by willanaya

this aint bad

http://www.extremeinkjet.com/Product...mor505&click=2

I have the Book Armor, and it is a fabulous travel case! Really protects the Reader well!

Sayhello

willanaya · 05-26-2009, 01:04 PM

as soon as this one is avail. i think i will get it. it's smaller than my current day planner, zippered, and protective

jj2me · 05-26-2009, 02:51 PM

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Originally Posted by willanaya

as soon as this one is avail. i think i will get it. it's smaller than my current day planner, zippered, and protective

What bothers me about the Book Armor case is the $35 price. It appears to be the same case, but with a slightly tailored interior, as that of the case I got from Cables To Go for $20 (or maybe it was $10 on sale, I forget) *with cables*!

You can find similar cases holding iPod connectors or PC connectors or whatever you might need, all costing less that $35. And somehow sew in the cover holding strips (the Book Armor uses clear plastic).

willanaya · 05-26-2009, 06:20 PM

although your make up is pretty neat and would have been my case had i come across it before my current daily planner, the only neg. i can see is the tight fit.

I want to see if the body armor has corners that extend a little beyond the dimensions of the 505's cover. this way there is little pressure pressed up against the reader.

my current day planner extends at least 1/4 inch beyond the 505 cover, are very sturdy thus gives me SOME piece of mind.

I say some because it is not a zippered case

but like i said before, your modifications of the case is awesome

sayhello · 05-27-2009, 06:10 PM

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Originally Posted by jj2me

What bothers me about the Book Armor case is the $35 price. It appears to be the same case, but with a slightly tailored interior, as that of the case I got from Cables To Go for $20 (or maybe it was $10 on sale, I forget) *with cables*!

You can find similar cases holding iPod connectors or PC connectors or whatever you might need, all costing less that $35. And somehow sew in the cover holding strips (the Book Armor uses clear plastic).

Is your case rigid? As the bood armor is (not just canvas, but *hard*) so it really protects the reader. I can't tell from your pictures.

Sayhello

jj2me · 05-27-2009, 09:06 PM

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Originally Posted by sayhello

Is your case rigid? As the bood armor is (not just canvas, but *hard*) so it really protects the reader.

Yes, it seems like it has a thick plastic or metal insert, because no cardboard would have sustained the bending I tried on it. A full-on knuckle punch just gives me sore knuckles.

I'm not saying this is as good as the Book Armor case that's been specifically made for the Reader. It just seems like it might be the same basic case from the same assembly line. On mine, the right side is deeper than the left--the right side's zipper is about 5/8 inch of cordura fabric from the hard back, compared to about 1/8 inch on the left).

If they're the same case, well, I guess Book Armor has to make a reasonable profit. But if you need cables and don't mind jury rigging a bit ...

suecsi · 05-29-2009, 01:36 PM

I've ended up sticking with the standard case for the mo, but to transport it in my briefcase on the train, I put it inside a metal DVD tin that I got from Riviera Multimedia for 89p plus £2.99 shipping. It has a hinge and is pretty rigid (especially for 89p!).

Purely for decoration I have looked at the slip covers from Annesaddictions on Etsy, and am waiting for one to come through.

View Poll Results: What is your ideal cover/case?
I'm good with the standard cover	35	28.69%
I don't need no stinkin' cover or case	2	1.64%
I have a homebrew monstrosity	17	13.93%
I have the leather cover	20	16.39%
I have that fancy integrated reading light cover	19	15.57%
I'm still looking	29	23.77%
Voters: 122. You may not vote on this poll

09-21-2008, 08:49 AM	#32
acidzebra Liseuse Lover Posts: 869 Karma: 1035404 Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Netherlands Device: PRS-505	Screw it, I'll build my own damn carrying case. I want that hollow book! Last edited by acidzebra; 09-21-2008 at 03:04 PM.

05-22-2009, 02:49 PM	#35
willanaya Enthusiast Posts: 39 Karma: 10 Join Date: May 2009 Device: Sony prs-350	I saw this daily planner at Walmart (the Evil Empire) and decided to give it a try. The edges are hard so there is some protection. The only problem I have is the way the case has to be closed, with a strap, instead of a zipper. The rear section is perfect for holding some sd cards. I also get a note pad and pen holder, CHA-CHING!! Come on Sony! Build something worth while! Attached Thumbnails

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05-22-2009, 12:58 PM	#34
Pandora Moon Junior Member Posts: 9 Karma: 10 Join Date: May 2009 Device: none	taildragger-j3 & swar235 I was wondering how you guys managed to get thosse colours for your sony e-readers? as they look really cool and I haven't seen them on any website I've been on. Cheers

05-22-2009, 03:45 PM	#36
kelly1010 Book Addict! Posts: 533 Karma: 1070 Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: CA Device: Sony PRS-505, iPod Touch, Kindle 3G + Wi-Fi	I would like a case with a zipper. Thanks to all who suggested the idea of a dayplanner case. I will look for one next time I go to Walmart.

05-22-2009, 03:48 PM	#37
snape Language Lover Posts: 111 Karma: 71544 Join Date: Feb 2009 Device: Current: PRS-350, Kindle PW // Previous: PRS-505, Kindle 1, Kindle 2	A friend is making an aluminum case to hold the reader & stock cover. I told him I want it as thin as possible while still being bomb-proof. He has a CNC machine and some lightweight aluminum, so I'm curious to see what he comes up with. I'll post pics once it's done (probably a week or so, as he has another project ahead of mine.)

05-23-2009, 05:02 PM	#38
willanaya Enthusiast Posts: 39 Karma: 10 Join Date: May 2009 Device: Sony prs-350	this aint bad http://www.extremeinkjet.com/Product...mor505&click=2

05-26-2009, 01:04 PM	#40
willanaya Enthusiast Posts: 39 Karma: 10 Join Date: May 2009 Device: Sony prs-350	as soon as this one is avail. i think i will get it. it's smaller than my current day planner, zippered, and protective

05-26-2009, 06:20 PM	#42
willanaya Enthusiast Posts: 39 Karma: 10 Join Date: May 2009 Device: Sony prs-350	although your make up is pretty neat and would have been my case had i come across it before my current daily planner, the only neg. i can see is the tight fit. I want to see if the body armor has corners that extend a little beyond the dimensions of the 505's cover. this way there is little pressure pressed up against the reader. my current day planner extends at least 1/4 inch beyond the 505 cover, are very sturdy thus gives me SOME piece of mind. I say some because it is not a zippered case but like i said before, your modifications of the case is awesome

05-29-2009, 01:36 PM	#45
suecsi Rock Chick Posts: 429 Karma: 4965 Join Date: May 2009 Location: near Heathrow Device: Kindle 2i, Kindle DX, Kindle 3G	I've ended up sticking with the standard case for the mo, but to transport it in my briefcase on the train, I put it inside a metal DVD tin that I got from Riviera Multimedia for 89p plus £2.99 shipping. It has a hinge and is pretty rigid (especially for 89p!). Purely for decoration I have looked at the slip covers from Annesaddictions on Etsy, and am waiting for one to come through.

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