Kindle DX too fragile?

wmac · 09-10-2009, 03:59 AM

Hello,

I was looking at the reviews on Kindle DX and I see a considerable number of users are unhappy of it being too fragile and that their device has totally stopped functioning after an accidental drop or putting a few books on it.

I currently have a PRS-505 (obtained a week ago) but I found it is too small for PDF files (I have hundreds of technical papers and books to read).

Considering that I stay in Asia and I buy from Ebay (no warranty will be available) I wanted to know whether there is a high risk of losing the device very easily?

Thanks,
Mac

Stingo · 09-10-2009, 07:04 AM

I have two 505's and a 500. I got the DX the day it came out. I keep it in the binder holder. It has fallen on the floor two or three times from waist level. Never a problem. It works without a glitch. Am reading more than ever on the bigger screen although I do miss the slightly more contrasty screen of the 505. Of course the risk of losing the device depends on how forgetful you are. ;-)

wmac · 09-10-2009, 07:19 AM

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Originally Posted by Stingo

Of course the risk of losing the device depends on how forgetful you are. ;-)

Thanks for your comment. I guess even Sony has the chance of being damaged if it is being dropped from a higher level.

Mr. Goodbar · 09-10-2009, 07:58 AM

Mine has been working flawlessly since the day it was released. Has been dropped onto hard wood floors from above waist height and still works flawlessly.

fugazied · 09-10-2009, 07:10 PM

Mine has been dropped about 5 times onto the desk or onto the carpeted flaw and it's still running perfectly. I think a good drop onto concrete or any encounter with water might be different though

Daithi · 09-11-2009, 02:42 PM

I haven't had any problems with my Kindle DX at all. However, it does make some disturbing creaking noises when I shift it from one hand to another as I read. I can't say it is too fragile, as I've had no problems whatsoever, but it certainly feels like my Kindle 1 is sturdier. Bottom line though -- I prefer the Kindle DX by far.

zacheryjensen · 09-13-2009, 06:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wmac

Hello,

I was looking at the reviews on Kindle DX and I see a considerable number of users are unhappy of it being too fragile and that their device has totally stopped functioning after an accidental drop or putting a few books on it.

I currently have a PRS-505 (obtained a week ago) but I found it is too small for PDF files (I have hundreds of technical papers and books to read).

Considering that I stay in Asia and I buy from Ebay (no warranty will be available) I wanted to know whether there is a high risk of losing the device very easily?

Thanks,
Mac

If you're that worried, I'd consider waiting for the Plastic Logic reader to come out. By virtue of its flexible screen based in soft plastics, it should be more durable (at least, the screen party should be) and less prone to breaking from droppage.

That said, I'm sure a KDX is no worse than any other $500 screen-bearing electronics you might drop.

Lilly · 09-13-2009, 11:44 AM

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Originally Posted by zacheryjensen

If you're that worried, I'd consider waiting for the Plastic Logic reader to come out. By virtue of its flexible screen based in soft plastics, it should be more durable (at least, the screen party should be) and less prone to breaking from droppage.

That said, I'm sure a KDX is no worse than any other $500 screen-bearing electronics you might drop.

That's a good idea since you are in Asia, Plastic Logic will have wifi as well as a 3G.

pboss · 09-15-2009, 05:47 PM

This poor bastard has fallen to the floor many times, so I am not surprised it is showing some wear. But nothing has broken yet and it works like just fine.

09-10-2009, 03:59 AM	#1
wmac Junior Member Posts: 6 Karma: 10 Join Date: Jul 2008 Device: PRS-505	Kindle DX too fragile? Hello, I was looking at the reviews on Kindle DX and I see a considerable number of users are unhappy of it being too fragile and that their device has totally stopped functioning after an accidental drop or putting a few books on it. I currently have a PRS-505 (obtained a week ago) but I found it is too small for PDF files (I have hundreds of technical papers and books to read). Considering that I stay in Asia and I buy from Ebay (no warranty will be available) I wanted to know whether there is a high risk of losing the device very easily? Thanks, Mac

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09-10-2009, 07:04 AM	#2
Stingo Fanatic Posts: 581 Karma: 1334691 Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Miami Device: KH2O, KPW2, KDXG, KPW1, K3, S505	I have two 505's and a 500. I got the DX the day it came out. I keep it in the binder holder. It has fallen on the floor two or three times from waist level. Never a problem. It works without a glitch. Am reading more than ever on the bigger screen although I do miss the slightly more contrasty screen of the 505. Of course the risk of losing the device depends on how forgetful you are. ;-)

09-10-2009, 07:58 AM	#4
Mr. Goodbar Wizard Posts: 1,005 Karma: 98078 Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Atlanta, GA Device: iPad Mini 4	Mine has been working flawlessly since the day it was released. Has been dropped onto hard wood floors from above waist height and still works flawlessly.

09-10-2009, 07:10 PM	#5
fugazied Wizard Posts: 1,305 Karma: 1958 Join Date: Jan 2009 Device: iPod Touch	Mine has been dropped about 5 times onto the desk or onto the carpeted flaw and it's still running perfectly. I think a good drop onto concrete or any encounter with water might be different though

09-11-2009, 02:42 PM	#6
Daithi Publishers are evil! Posts: 2,418 Karma: 36205264 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Rhode Island Device: Various Kindles	I haven't had any problems with my Kindle DX at all. However, it does make some disturbing creaking noises when I shift it from one hand to another as I read. I can't say it is too fragile, as I've had no problems whatsoever, but it certainly feels like my Kindle 1 is sturdier. Bottom line though -- I prefer the Kindle DX by far.

09-15-2009, 05:47 PM	#9
pboss Evangelist Posts: 408 Karma: 646 Join Date: Mar 2009 Device: none	This poor bastard has fallen to the floor many times, so I am not surprised it is showing some wear. But nothing has broken yet and it works like just fine.

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