M-Edge Latitude Kindle DX Jacket , Navy Blue w/ Grey
Posted by admin in Kindle Sunday, 28 February 2010 20:00 5 Comments
- Lightweight jacket is made of ripstop nylon with grey polar fleece interior
- Internal structural core material provides generous screen and unit protection
- Large front exterior zipper pocket allows for storage of charger and other accessories
- Double closure zipper allows access to charging port without removing Kindle from jacket
- Offered in such eye-catching colors as red, orange, yellow, lime green, navy blue, and black
- Allows for comfortable use of your device by folding back and zipping closed backwards for easy reading
Product Description
The M-Edge Latitude Jacket for Latest Generation Amazon Kindle DX is the must-have accessory jacket for the active eReader user. The Latitude Jacket, made of durable ripstop nylon, provides superior Kindle protection and utilizes a four point mounting system to secure your Kindle.The M-Edge Latitude Jacket zips closed using a hidden double zipper, which allows users access to all ports and the ability to charge their device without removing it from the case. The L… More >>
M-Edge Latitude Kindle DX Jacket , Navy Blue w/ Grey
Bought my voracious reader wife a DX and she’s not been this happy in years…silly me, romantic dinners and trips to Europe can’t hold a candle to the Kindle!
Rating: 5 / 5
DO NOT BUY AMAZON’S “Designed for Kindle DX” leather cover which hooks into the device. This cover is “way cool” and superior to Amazon’s.
Rating: 5 / 5
I’ve had this jacket for more than a month and I’m very happy with it. The Kindle DX is tied to this jacket with 4 elastic straps, one at each corner. They are not loose but hold the Kindle tight and snug. I have turned the open jacket upside down over a bed, only at a hight of 4 inches, and shaken it vigorously to see if it will come off. Not even one corner. The jacket has two pockets, one in the front and one in the back. A really nice thing is that the gray part of the jacket, as displayed in the picture, is actually a mesh that stretches with no problem. As a result you can carry in there your cable for charging the kindle. The zippers work very well. A very good jacket overall.
Rating: 5 / 5
The M-Edge covers are superior to Amazon’s official Kindle covers because they do not require you to use the plastic hinges that hook into your Kindle. While most people don’t have a problem with the official cover, the hinges can get bent easily and push apart the case of your Kindle, which is what happened to me. The M-Edge cover uses simple straps that work perfectly to hold the device in. It is also waterproof, padded, zips shut, and has two exterior pockets. Plus, it’s cheaper!
I’d love to be able to browse through the rest of the alternate / independent Kindle covers and see their relative merits, but since they are only sold online, I went with one that I liked the look of and I wasn’t disappointed. It’s a nice carrying case and protector for when you are traveling with your Kindle.
Rating: 4 / 5
I went through many different cases, jackets, and sleeves before finding this one from M-Edge. It seems to me that there are a few options out there, but no perfect option in sight. There is always a flaw with the major DX jackets. I passed over the official Amazon cover after reading the reviews of Kindles cracking at the edge. I considered sleeves because I was used to reading my Kindle bare. However, I was definitely intrigued after looking at this product, so I decided to give it a try.
The jacket itself is built of sturdy material, which you can feel the minute you take it out of the package. It’s no wonder the case is waterproof and seems easy to clean, but I have not been brave enough to drop it to test the durability of protection on the Kindle. The zippers are well placed, allowing me to charge the Kindle in the case without being close enough to scratch the Kindle, and the extra space for the charger on the front cover is a great feature.
The inside of the jacket is covered in a soft, fuzzy material to keep your Kindle from scratching while it’s in the jacket. It also makes for a very comfortable grip if you decide to flip the front cover behind the Kindle and read it in the jacket. While I used to read my Kindle bare, the comfort level here might change me to an in-jacket reader. Any jacket you buy for your Kindle will ad to the weight, and this seemingly unavoidable double-edge is unfortunately apparent here as well.
The jacket has elastics on four corners inside to hold your Kindle. At first sight, they do not seem to heavily grip the Kindle with much pressure, so I was skeptical that the jacket would hold it in place well. However, after turning the jacket with the strapped-in Kindle upside down and shaking it, the Kindle didn’t move at all and was sturdily held in the jacket. A great feature, knowing your Kindle isn’t being pressed hard on the edges (another problem that is found in other jackets) but is still remains securely in place.
On a side note, this case is navy blue (as stated in the description of the product) despite the Amazon picture displaying a much brighter shade of blue. Personally, I think the navy blue and silver accent go together very well, but I was disappointed not to receive the vibrant blue I saw in the picture.
Bottom line, you’re going to want a cover for your DX that fits your personal preference. If you prefer to read your Kindle in a jacket or case, the comfort level and security of this product will make you happy. If you prefer to read your Kindle bare and just need something to hold it during travel (my initial use for this product) the jacket serves this purpose well and may even turn you into a jacket reader.
THE GOOD:
- Very comfortable to hold.
- Great, sturdy material.
- Securely holds the Kindle without too much pressure on the edges.
- Zippers are well placed and the front is useful for holding your charger.
- Can be used as both a travel case or a permanent case for your Kindle.
THE NOT SO GOOD:
- The jacket does add weight to the Kindle. (Practically unavoidable.)
- The color is not as advertised in the picture.
Rating: 5 / 5