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[Ticallion]

Not sure if something like this ever happened to anyone else but I had to trash my M-Edge Go cover after about 6-7 months. The glue started to bleed through on the inside, leaving a sticky residue anytime you tried to hold it open as it was most prominent around the inside bend. That was $35 down the drain. Suppose I might have been able to return it but didn't really look into it, as I didn't quite like the case from the beginning. Was always stiff and uncomfortable to hold.

Opted to go the cheap route and bought this $13 mCover. Wish I had done so from the beginning. Works just fine, has a nice feel and was dirt cheap. Not sure or care much if it's real leather but it looks and seems decent to me. I'll never spend over $20 on a case again.

[kindlekitten]

that's too bad ;o( did it get hot?

[allvinc]

Originally Posted by gASK

I recently bought the Incipio Kaddy cover from Amazon and I would like to share my experiences if anyone is wondering if it is worth acquiring (like I was three weeks ago). (The case can be found here - http://www.amazon.com/Incipio-Kindle.../dp/B00495XLZS)

From my point of view, the main pros of this cover were:

= the elastic band "lock" (since I do not trust magentic locks or buttons or similar stuff that is just waiting to break my precious Kindle's screen). Seriously, I can't understand why so few covers have this (as far as I know there are only three or four such on Amazon and even less outside of Amazon website).

= the minimalistic design (I like it very much

= the Kindle holding mechanism - it does not obstruct the controls in any way (as the leather does unfortunately), it holds kindle in place, it protects it from the sides and it is barely noticable. Plus it can be taken in and out very quickly and easily. For me it is second to the Amazon original lock (and this one does not freeze the Kindle )

As for the cons, I have yet to find any I am very satisfied with my purchase as this is exactly the cover I have been looking for since I got my Kindle.

I am about to order the Kindle 3 and all that's lacking is the case to accompany it. I want it simple -- something that's not bulky, and will not obstruct the buttons. Your post just made the decision a whole lot easier. Thanks a lot! Can't wait to get my stuff!

[Rainmaker]

In a few days my "Fake" leather cover is coming (actually its just a sinthetic leather). Its the DX ones, i ll comment/review as soon as i get to try it.
Never took kindle "out into the wild" (aka anywhere but my house) just becasue i felt it could get broken.
Specially since I'm a student and I carry tons of thing in my backpack.

I've only took it twice to my University, to show it to some friend (the one who ordered the covers for me) because she was thinking of getting some kind of e-reader, she just fell in love with my kindle. I had to remind her a couple of times that it was MY kindle, not HERS.

So, anyways, will do a review, but don't expect much, its a u$s10 cover. (paying half kindle price for a cover didn'0t seem reasonable to me :l )

http://www.dealextreme.com/p/protect...-3-black-49301

[Rainmaker]

I just got the cover.
It's really practical; obviously it doesn't have any fancy design as the Oberon (I love those designs!); but it does its purpose.
Has 2 lower leather straps, and the top ones are elastic. The opening is a magnetic, a little clumsy, but it does that "Click" sound when it closed properly.
The kindle fits really well; not too tight, not too loose. I've read (other reviews) that if you use it with a skin, the kindle still fits in the straps and gets covered; but that its a little tighten.
The straps aren't pressing on any key, so no problem having something misclicked.
As said before; they only "con" could really be on the closing mechanism, as it's located almost over the screen; but I wouldn't worry, as there are 2 leather sheets and 1 faux velvet, between the mechanism and the kindle.

Now, I won't worry ifI want to carry it around the University in my backpack.
The PU leathr, is a synthetic leather, you can feel it when you touch it. It's not real leather, but seems like a good material.
Will see how the fabrics get overtime...my main concern would be the faux velvet thing...

[thomass]

Originally Posted by thomass

Sorry.

They offer max protection for some electronics (as well as knees ), Unfortunately not for the Kindles for now.

I sent an email to them to ask if they're planning to produce for Kindle.
And this is what they sent:

Hi Thomas,
Thank you for your interest in G-Form. 
Sorry for the delay getting back to you. 
The Kindle will fit in the iPad Extreme Sleeve 
and the larger sized Kindle will fit in the MacBook Air 11" sleeve. 
There will be some extra room in there, but it will still offer the G-Form protection.
At this point we do not have plans to make a specific sleeve for the Kindle. 
But I always pass along suggestions and requests to our Development Team 
so if we start to see enough interest, we may look into producing it.
Have a great day!
Cahty

[meme]

Originally Posted by Jeremiah.L.Burns

Whilst I'd love an Oberon due to their beauty, I think the $70 asking price is an absolute farce.

So I've gone for an extremely durable case at a fraction of the cost: the Eco-Nique natural Hemp in Brown:
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Eco-Nique-Na...5297171&sr=8-1

It hangs about in my laptop bag full of console cables, power cables, even the occasional tool...and my Kindle is happy as a pig in shampoo.

Jeremiah,

Thanks for this link!

I've just bought one and its terrific. I originally had a lighted Amazon cover, but just didn't get on with it. It was nice, but it was a bit too heavy and just not right at the time for me.

This cover, while a lot cheaper, has a nice look and feel to it and I've very happy with it - its got much more of a personality. Of course, I'd love to have an integrated light as well but its not essential. I don't really use the built-in flap or card holder, but they don't get in the way. I thought the button flap might be fiddly, but it hasn't been an issue. There are cutouts for sound on the back - though since I don't play any music/audio books with it I'd much rather have had it without the cutouts. Sometimes hitting the menu button is a little harder than it used to be, but the page turn buttons work great.

I still sometimes slip it out of the case when even the little extra weight feels too much, but no I always keep it in the case whenever its on the move

[CWatkinsNash]

Originally Posted by meme

I've just bought one and its terrific. I originally had a lighted Amazon cover, but just didn't get on with it. It was nice, but it was a bit too heavy and just not right at the time for me.

That looks really nice. Unfortunately when I looked for it on the US site, it's nearly twice the cost compared to the converted UK price.

[meme]

Originally Posted by CWatkinsNash

That looks really nice. Unfortunately when I looked for it on the US site, it's nearly twice the cost compared to the converted UK price.

That sounds familiar - but its usually the other way around

[CWatkinsNash]

Originally Posted by meme

That sounds familiar - but its usually the other way around

Very true!

Of course, I did just buy a case a month or so ago, so it's probably for the best. I put more thought into dressing my Kindle than I do dressing myself. I think I'll go play with Kiwidude's latest plugins. They're free. And I'm going to be using the Reading List plugin in conjunction with the Kindle Collections plugin. Maybe she'll be happy with a library renovation instead of a new case.

[Panda Rose]

I have just become the proud owner of a new Kindle 3 WiFi. I have only changed because i wanted a decent light attached. So i have bought the Kindle lighted cover and, whilst not fancy on any way, its what I wanted and needed. but I am only on Day 3!

[travfar]

Amazon has the Speck Dustjackets for the K2 for $5/$7 red/"leather" respectively. These were originally $30/$35. Not worth that. At $5/$7 though. It cheaper than the cheap stuff you can get on ebay. The quality is better. They work fine if a bit bulky. Thy definitely give your K2 the book feel.

[shibamistress]

Originally Posted by Ticallion

Not sure if something like this ever happened to anyone else but I had to trash my M-Edge Go cover after about 6-7 months. The glue started to bleed through on the inside, leaving a sticky residue anytime you tried to hold it open as it was most prominent around the inside bend. That was $35 down the drain. Suppose I might have been able to return it but didn't really look into it, as I didn't quite like the case from the beginning. Was always stiff and uncomfortable to hold.

Opted to go the cheap route and bought this $13 mCover. Wish I had done so from the beginning. Works just fine, has a nice feel and was dirt cheap. Not sure or care much if it's real leather but it looks and seems decent to me. I'll never spend over $20 on a case again.

I just ordered that one in blue when I ordered my kindle. I figure the price is right, and if it doesn't last too long, I won't be heartbroken. The reviews were good, so why not?

[maianhvk]

so... I'll order an Oberon cover for my K tomorrow. Roof of Heaven, in marigold.

Does anyone object??

[ProfCrash]

Nope. Enjoy!