Once again I have nothing but praise for Amazon! I love this cover to my Kindle. I love the pretty blue color, but I really, really love the fact that when I open the cover the Kindle turns on and when I close the cover it turns the Kindle off. It's a mystery to me how it works - all I know is that it DOES work! I love it! It looks so classy. Oh, and I was supposed to get it day-after-tomorrow, but I've already had it about a week! I love that it comes earlier than they predict. I wish all companies did as well as Amazon!
I saw both pro and con reviews for this cover, but decided to take a chance. It's actually holding up quite well, and I'm reading it pretty much every day. I keep it in an outside pocket of my purse, and I"m not exactly "gentle" with my purse. I tend to fling it into the passenger seat when I get in the car. I had been worried about the corners breaking/chipping like some reviewers reported, but so far so good. I'm still trying to get used to the "plastic" feel as the cover for my original Kindle was leather, but this IS very slimline and it slips into my purse much more easily and takes up less space.
This cover was a surprise. I have 3 Kindles; each a different version, so each needs a different cover. I like the color selection; I chose blue. I like the easy open tab and that it puts my Kindle to sleep whenever I close the cover. It is easy to keep clean and seems to be sturdy enough to protect the Kindle from most wear and tear, including dropping it on the floor (don't ask). I would recommend it to anyone.
As far as durability goes, I've had this case for a few months and haven't had any problems with the corners chipping or break off, or the cover causing any issues. I use my Kindle nightly to read before bed, and will also throw it in my messenger bag every morning in the rare chance that I might have 10-15 min of downtime during the day where I can pull out my Kindle and squeeze in a chapter. The magnetic closure with the on/off works fine, and it fits the Kindle like a glove (as it should). I've been wary that there could be quality control issues with things breaking off since there's so many reviews of that happening, but so far I would have to say that my cover is doing well. I'm not the most careful person either and I'm not babying the case, so it's being exposed to what I would say is the standard amount of abuse a case should be expected to handle, and so far so good.
I had difficulty getting my new 8th Generation basic Kindle into this cover but I did finally manage it. It snaps in. Yes, it is THAT snug.
But I really like that all I have to do is open the cover to turn on my Kindle and that when I close the cover the Kindle goes back to sleep.
Once I realized that I was not going to be taking the Kindle out of the cover (as I always had with my Kindle Keyboard), I was worried if the Kindle would be too heavy to hold one-handed. This 8th generation is lighter than the Paperwhite. It has been fine holding it one-handed (except that I need to avoid hitting the reset button on the bottom).
If you have an 8th generation Kindle, I strongly recommend you get this cover made precisely for this Kindle!
Feature Product
- Includes Kindle 8th generation -2016- without sponsored screensavers, a free cover, plus a 2-year worry-free guarantee
- Set reading goals and track progress with Kindle FreeTime
- Zero distractions - unlike tablets, Kindle is designed just for reading
- Power up a reader's vocabulary with tools like Word Wise and Vocabulary Builder
- 2-year worry-free guarantee: if they break it, return it and we'll replace it for free. No questions asked.
- Kindle doesn't come with a backlight, meaning bedtime starts once the lights are out
- Prime members get unlimited access to over a thousand titles
Description
Slim, form-fitting cover designed by Amazon to perfectly fit your all new Kindle (8th Generation) and provide full front and back protection. The cover is easy to securely attach and remove, and folds back for easy one-handed reading. It automatically puts your Kindle to sleep when closed and wakes upon opening, making it easy to jump back into your book. Crafted from durable polyurethane with a matching nylon woven interior, the cover protects your Kindle and keeps the screen clean without adding bulk, making it perfect for taking your Kindle wherever you go.
I like it; but I don't love it. I'm sure it will protect my reader just fine. It fits great and looks great; but since I have other Amazon covers that I purchased for my Paperwhite and Fires, I can see that the quality is not as good. I wish they hadn't skimped. The plastic around the outside is hard and smooth. The plastic for my Paperwhite has softer texture, so I can prop it up for reading without holding it. In addition, the cover material is less like PU leather than my others. Also...why only four colors???? Nevertheless, I don't regret my purchase...just would have been happier if it had been of better quality.
I was very surprised when my 75 year old grandmother in law fell in love with the Kindle I gave her. She uses it every day and when she saw my case, she had to have one too. I ordered this for her and she really likes it. She likes being able to open the case and activate the device without having to worry about locking and unlocking the screen. For her, it's all about making it easier to use, and this definitely helps. It also protects it when she slips it into her purse and reads in the waiting room at the doctor's office or salon.
This little gem is so much more than a cover. Not only does it protect the screen but, it puts my Kindle to sleep when I flip it closed so I don't have to worry about the battery. It's also sturdy & protects my Kindle very well in case of dropping. I love this product, wouldn't be able to carry my Kindle around in my purse without it.
The product does a good job of protecting my Kindle. I expected it to be more white than gray but I should have paid more attention to the description of the color. I have a white Kindle, though, and the white plastic matched perfectly. I wish Amazon would make every color variation with the option to go for the white insides instead of the black if you wanted. It loses one star for collecting dirt and smudge marks easily.
I have enjoyed my Kindle right from the start. Sometimes I wish I had gotten one that had a backlight. For the price, this one is amazing. Although, I hope hard copies are always there for everyone, I am happy to have my allergy-free Kindle.
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