Help finding soft case for reader with cover on it.

nwinter · 12-11-2008, 08:04 PM

I have a cover on my reader ( the pink leather one) but am looking for a soft bag to put the reader into when I need to take it places ( as in throw it in the old handbag and not worry about stuff getting caught in it or bashed around). To add to the hard factor I am in Australia so not only am I looking for the case but by someone who will ship internationally.

Reading some of the posts there has to be a market for some ingenious person from the US to set up an ebay store or something that stocks reader accessories for us poor non Americans!

Any suggestions welcome.

Natalie

BookishDreamer · 12-12-2008, 05:31 PM

Know anyone who sews? I use a zippered fabric bag I made. I didn't make the bag for the Reader, but the size (9-1/2 by 6-3/4 inches) is perfect for it.

Have you looked at some of the larger quilted zippered cosmetic bags? The size should be about right.

Dreamer

nwinter · 12-12-2008, 09:30 PM

I didnt think of that and that would have been a cheaper option as I just bought a book armour for the 505 as I couldn't find anything soft. It does look pretty good and I will review it when it arrives. The cosmetic bag would have been perfect though. Du-oh!

Natalie

FizzyWater · 12-13-2008, 12:11 AM

I saw some of those 7" Asus computers on display at Target. Below the display, there were brightly colorful neoprene sleeves that sound like they'd do what you're looking for. A couple even had staps on them, to use as a carry-all. I've been looking online for a picture - no luck so far - but they were sort of like these or like these. Just smaller.

MickeyC · 12-13-2008, 08:05 AM

I have the MEdge Leisure case for my Sony and like it fine. It's very useful for travel. It has a padded frame and a clear plastic cover and zips shut. This allows you to see the screen while it is protected. In fact, you can place the reader into teh paded frame screen first which adds good protection when it's in a carry on bag or purse. Although not completely waterproof it is water resistant and thus a good choice for the beach or on a boat.

I got one back in February and like it fine. The zipper eventually broke and I sent MEdge an eMail asking how much it would cost to fix and, without my asking, they sent me a replacement cover at no charge. That's impressive.

Anyway, they do accept international orders and you can look at the case here http://www.buymedge.com/p_Sony505Ls.html

JanetCinNC · 12-13-2008, 10:45 AM

It fits the reader (500 or 505) with the supplied cover like the mini hipster was made for the Sony reader! I have discussed this before on several threads, but I didn't bother to link to them. Make sure you look at the MINI hipster, as the normal hipster is far too large.

Anyway, Vera Bradley has retired some colors again, so those are available at discount.

BBRags · 12-14-2008, 03:26 AM

I wanted a soft case that would hold my 505 with Lightwedge cover, which is thicker than the standard cover, and that would keep out the dust. At my Staples office supply store, I found an At-A-Glance planner cover, measuring 6 x 9 in black pleather with zippered closure and priced about $10 US. When the planner cover is open, on the left side is a set of pockets that can hold memory cards and other small accessories. On the right side is a removable notepad. After I removed the notepad, the 505 with Lightwedge cover fit snuggly. The fit was a bit too snug because when the planner cover was closed, the zipper on one of the inside pockets left an imprint on the Lightwedge cover. I put in a large piece of craft felt to serve as a protector. You won't need the felt if your reader has a standard cover.

gardenstate · 12-14-2008, 08:01 AM

Staples 6x9 planner looks great!

Unfortunately, I was unable to find it.

Do you have a Staples stock number, At-a-glance item number,or Internet site link on this item?

thanks.

gardenstate · 12-14-2008, 10:52 AM

Is this it?

http://www.mead.com/webapp/wcs/store..._false_10051##

BBRags · 12-14-2008, 12:22 PM

That could be it. It measures 6 7/8" wide. The one I have measures 6 7/8" wide if I lay it flat and press down. A 505 reader with a standard cover measures about 5" wide, so it won't be a snug fit. There is a similar planner cover measuring 4 7/8" x 8", but that might be too small. Is there a Staples near you to test fit your reader before buying?

I really like the planner cover as a carrier for my 505 with Lightwedge. Here's what it looks like unzippered.

DocHamm · 12-18-2008, 04:05 PM

The Staples Planner is a nifty idea and looks good. I'd like the extra storage space but I'm still thinking of going with the Armor. I like to travel very light and having one external pocket and maybe a hook on the outside of the Armor would make it supreme. Since I use a large capacity SD card I don't really need to carry more than one; at least not yet

mctmson · 01-16-2009, 06:26 PM

See my post here: https://www.mobileread.com/forums/sho...d.php?p=328595

12-11-2008, 08:04 PM	#1
nwinter Zealot Posts: 140 Karma: 419 Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Southern NSW, Australia Device: sony PS-505, Iphone and about to add a Kindle DX	Help finding soft case for reader with cover on it. I have a cover on my reader ( the pink leather one) but am looking for a soft bag to put the reader into when I need to take it places ( as in throw it in the old handbag and not worry about stuff getting caught in it or bashed around). To add to the hard factor I am in Australia so not only am I looking for the case but by someone who will ship internationally. Reading some of the posts there has to be a market for some ingenious person from the US to set up an ebay store or something that stocks reader accessories for us poor non Americans! Any suggestions welcome. Natalie

12-13-2008, 10:45 AM	#6
JanetCinNC Groupie Posts: 176 Karma: 256928 Join Date: Feb 2008 Device: Sony 650 in red, Sony PRS-600 in red, Sony PRS-505 in red, iPad 2	Vera Bradley mini hipsters are perfect for the reader It fits the reader (500 or 505) with the supplied cover like the mini hipster was made for the Sony reader! I have discussed this before on several threads, but I didn't bother to link to them. Make sure you look at the MINI hipster, as the normal hipster is far too large. Anyway, Vera Bradley has retired some colors again, so those are available at discount.

12-14-2008, 12:22 PM	#10
BBRags Connoisseur Posts: 59 Karma: 12 Join Date: Nov 2008 Device: None	That could be it. It measures 6 7/8" wide. The one I have measures 6 7/8" wide if I lay it flat and press down. A 505 reader with a standard cover measures about 5" wide, so it won't be a snug fit. There is a similar planner cover measuring 4 7/8" x 8", but that might be too small. Is there a Staples near you to test fit your reader before buying? I really like the planner cover as a carrier for my 505 with Lightwedge. Here's what it looks like unzippered. Attached Thumbnails Last edited by BBRags; 12-14-2008 at 12:44 PM.

01-16-2009, 06:26 PM	#12
mctmson Junior Member Posts: 3 Karma: 10 Join Date: Jan 2009 Device: Sony PRS-505	Neoprene sleeve for PRS-505 See my post here: https://www.mobileread.com/forums/sho...d.php?p=328595

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12-12-2008, 05:31 PM	#2
BookishDreamer Cultural Artist Posts: 1,128 Karma: 12829 Join Date: May 2008 Location: Georgia Device: Sony 505, Kindle 2	Know anyone who sews? I use a zippered fabric bag I made. I didn't make the bag for the Reader, but the size (9-1/2 by 6-3/4 inches) is perfect for it. Have you looked at some of the larger quilted zippered cosmetic bags? The size should be about right. Dreamer

12-12-2008, 09:30 PM	#3
nwinter Zealot Posts: 140 Karma: 419 Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Southern NSW, Australia Device: sony PS-505, Iphone and about to add a Kindle DX	I didnt think of that and that would have been a cheaper option as I just bought a book armour for the 505 as I couldn't find anything soft. It does look pretty good and I will review it when it arrives. The cosmetic bag would have been perfect though. Du-oh! Natalie

12-13-2008, 12:11 AM	#4
FizzyWater You kids get off my lawn! Posts: 4,220 Karma: 73492664 Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Columbus, Ohio Device: Oasis 2 and Libra H2O and half a dozen older models I can't let go of	I saw some of those 7" Asus computers on display at Target. Below the display, there were brightly colorful neoprene sleeves that sound like they'd do what you're looking for. A couple even had staps on them, to use as a carry-all. I've been looking online for a picture - no luck so far - but they were sort of like these or like these. Just smaller.

12-13-2008, 08:05 AM	#5
MickeyC Grand Sorcerer Posts: 16,731 Karma: 12185114 Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Florida Device: iPhone 6 plus, Sony T1, iPad 3	I have the MEdge Leisure case for my Sony and like it fine. It's very useful for travel. It has a padded frame and a clear plastic cover and zips shut. This allows you to see the screen while it is protected. In fact, you can place the reader into teh paded frame screen first which adds good protection when it's in a carry on bag or purse. Although not completely waterproof it is water resistant and thus a good choice for the beach or on a boat. I got one back in February and like it fine. The zipper eventually broke and I sent MEdge an eMail asking how much it would cost to fix and, without my asking, they sent me a replacement cover at no charge. That's impressive. Anyway, they do accept international orders and you can look at the case here http://www.buymedge.com/p_Sony505Ls.html

12-14-2008, 03:26 AM	#7
BBRags Connoisseur Posts: 59 Karma: 12 Join Date: Nov 2008 Device: None	I wanted a soft case that would hold my 505 with Lightwedge cover, which is thicker than the standard cover, and that would keep out the dust. At my Staples office supply store, I found an At-A-Glance planner cover, measuring 6 x 9 in black pleather with zippered closure and priced about $10 US. When the planner cover is open, on the left side is a set of pockets that can hold memory cards and other small accessories. On the right side is a removable notepad. After I removed the notepad, the 505 with Lightwedge cover fit snuggly. The fit was a bit too snug because when the planner cover was closed, the zipper on one of the inside pockets left an imprint on the Lightwedge cover. I put in a large piece of craft felt to serve as a protector. You won't need the felt if your reader has a standard cover.

12-14-2008, 08:01 AM	#8
gardenstate Groupie Posts: 195 Karma: 1069472 Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Chicago,IL USA suburb Device: Sony PRS-T1 and PRS-950	Staples 6x9 planner looks great! Unfortunately, I was unable to find it. Do you have a Staples stock number, At-a-glance item number,or Internet site link on this item? thanks.

12-14-2008, 10:52 AM	#9
gardenstate Groupie Posts: 195 Karma: 1069472 Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Chicago,IL USA suburb Device: Sony PRS-T1 and PRS-950	Is this it? http://www.mead.com/webapp/wcs/store..._false_10051##

12-18-2008, 04:05 PM	#11
DocHamm Member Posts: 12 Karma: 10 Join Date: Apr 2008 Device: Sony PRS-505	The Staples Planner is a nifty idea and looks good. I'd like the extra storage space but I'm still thinking of going with the Armor. I like to travel very light and having one external pocket and maybe a hook on the outside of the Armor would make it supreme. Since I use a large capacity SD card I don't really need to carry more than one; at least not yet

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