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Weave book-style cover from Octovo

21 February, 2010 (16:17) | Accessories | By: Harvey Chute

Today we’re looking at the Kindle 2 weave book cover from Octovo. This book-style case features a hinge mounting system, with an elastic corner strap, in an attractive woven pattern of Italian leather. It’s available in black/brown or in green/wine color combinations. It’s available now through Amazon or this Octo page.
The hinge system is good [...]

Octovo Kindle Light

13 February, 2010 (20:29) | Accessories | By: Harvey Chute

The past few days I’ve been using the new Octovo Kindle Light. Thanks to Octovo for giving us this advance look; the light will be available around the end of March 2010, through Amazon and through the Octovo site.
The light is constructed from high-end aluminum which gives it lightness, strength, and a sleek finish.

The underside [...]

Parcels!

13 February, 2010 (18:58) | Accessories | By: Harvey Chute

We love packages here at KindleBoards headquarters, and this has beeen a good week for that. Thanks to Octovo for sending us a selection of their covers, sleeves, and their unique booklight.
Stay tuned for our photo reviews!
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M-Edge unveils Guardian case at CES

7 January, 2010 (23:37) | Accessories, Kindle news | By: Harvey Chute

Today, at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, I finally got to meet the folks from M-Edge. M-Edge, as you know, is the fine maker of eBook covers, cases, sleeves, and stands, and has a great line-up of Kindle products.
M-Edge gave us our first look at its new Guardian case – a waterproof, [...]

A stand-out Kindle 2 case from Tuff-Luv

26 May, 2009 (03:20) | Accessories | By: Harvey Chute

The past couple of weeks I’ve been using the leather Kindle 2 flip case from Tuff-Luv. This well-built case is truly unique, with a built-in stand that folds out like an easel to hold the Kindle in upright position.
While I usually prefer to hold my Kindle, I found it a convenience to use the stand [...]

Tutorial: sew a cloth cover for your Kindle 2 cover

24 May, 2009 (03:26) | Accessories | By: Harvey Chute

If you’re handy with needle and thread, you can spruce up your Kindle 2 leather cover with a removable fabric cover.
KindleBoards member Sanveann has posted a photo tutorial, showing step-by-step how to create this decorative cover. With eleven clear photos, she walks through how to layout the material and have it fit precisely over your [...]

Protect your Kindle with TrendyDigital cases

22 May, 2009 (03:25) | Accessories | By: Harvey Chute

It’s great to see TrendyDigital coming out with accessories for Kindle, and especially with their recent debut of two thoughtful accessories for Kindle 2. Our readers have given these products a warm reception, and now TrendyDigital is returning the favor – with a giveaway for three lucky KindleBoards members! (See below for giveaway details.)
Shown on [...]

Comparing vinyl skins for Kindle

18 May, 2009 (16:49) | Accessories | By: Harvey Chute

When it comes to vinyl skins for decorating and protecting your Kindle, not all skins are created equal.
KindleBoards member tashab recently switched from her 3acp skin to a DecalGirl skin. She designed a beautiful custom skin, pictured here.
I’ve used DecalGirl skins for about three years, on my Zune players. I’ve peeled many a skin off [...]

M-edge Platform Jacket for Kindle 2

21 April, 2009 (16:01) | Accessories | By: Harvey Chute

M-edge makes some of the most popular Kindle covers, and comparing their wide selection of styles and colors is a popular pastime in our Accessories Board.
Among their leather covers is the Platform Jacket, which has a flip-over cover. It’s available in genuine or synthetic leather, with a pebbled or smooth finish, and with color choices [...]

In the tub? At the beach? Protect your Kindle!

18 April, 2009 (15:17) | Accessories | By: Harvey Chute

There are several types of dry-bags available to protect your Kindle from waves and splashes, and today we bring you a review of the Kwik Tek Dry Pak Multi-Purpose Case, courtesy of KindleBoards member eneisch.
This case is available in a 9-inch by 12-inch size, which accommodates a Kindle 1 or Kindle 2 with room to [...]