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« on: July 13, 2011, 01:05:38 PM » |
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Hello KindleBoards Readers, We at Grantwood Technology are excited to announce The Simple Light for Kindle, latest generation 6" Kindle. This is a custom made light that attaches to the Kindle via the attachment slots. The Simple Light for Kindle uses the Kindle battery for power (never have to buy any batteries!). We have extensively tested the light and it has minimal impact on Kindle battery life. Even better, is The Simple Light goes off when the Kindle goes to sleep or after 10 minutes of idle time, or when the screen saver comes on. The Simple Light is super light weight, less than one ounce and is easy to attach and remove. The Simple light snaps back into place when not in use and has a flexible arm for lighting at your favorite angle. It uses bright LED lights that never need replacing. Here is the product: The Simple Light for Amazon Kindle 6" (Latest, 3rd Generation), No Batteries Needed, Attaches to Kindle, BlackHere is what it looks like:  We are very excited to release this product and look forward to your feedback. Regards, Mike Grantwood Technology support at grantwoodtechnology.com |
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« Reply #1 on: July 13, 2011, 01:11:39 PM » |
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Looks very interesting!
Does this just rest next to the Kindle? Have you tested this with Kindles in covers to see if it will fit?
thanks.
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« Reply #2 on: July 13, 2011, 01:15:22 PM » |
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I've been looking for a light like this. Looks like an excellent product! I'm thinking it'll be perfect for my JAVOedge flip case!  |
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grantwoodtechnology
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« Reply #3 on: July 13, 2011, 01:21:14 PM » |
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Looks very interesting!
Does this just rest next to the Kindle? Have you tested this with Kindles in covers to see if it will fit?
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Hello Maries, The Simple Light for Kindle locks into the attachment slots on the side of the latest Kindle 6" and uses the Kindle battery for power (very little also). A number of cases will work, but those cases that use the attachment slots on the side, will not. For those that like the bare Kindle, it is super light weight (less than an ounce) and stays locked on the side. We are always here to help, if that doesn't answer your question, please let us know. Regards, Mike Grantwood Technology |
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« Reply #4 on: July 13, 2011, 02:01:38 PM » |
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After placing an order how long would it take to ship it out?
Kelly
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« Reply #5 on: July 13, 2011, 02:06:50 PM » |
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After placing an order how long would it take to ship it out?
Kelly
Hello Kelly, Depending the time of order, it would be sent out that day or the following day. If you have an issue with shipping times, please contact us directly. Regards, Mike Grantwood Technology support at grantwoodtechnology.com |
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« Reply #6 on: July 13, 2011, 02:07:44 PM » |
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Very, very interesting. I can't wait to see what early adopters have to say.
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« Reply #7 on: July 13, 2011, 02:15:11 PM » |
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Hello Kelly,
Depending the time of order, it would be sent out that day or the following day.
If you have an issue with shipping times, please contact us directly.
Regards,
Mike
Grantwood Technology
support at grantwoodtechnology.com
Thanks, I just ordered one and I am looking forward to trying it out. Kelly |
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« Reply #8 on: July 13, 2011, 02:24:59 PM » |
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Hi Mike, it looks pretty good! Can you please tell me if it would fit (where the sides attach) in this case? The flip-top case has hard corners and I'm not sure your new light would fit in between. Perhaps you can give me a length measurement and I can check it against the case? (Sorry if I missed that in the item description.) http://www.cyberacoustics.com/retail/Cases-and-Covers/kc-3062Thanks |
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« Reply #9 on: July 13, 2011, 03:13:46 PM » |
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Hi Mike, it looks pretty good! Can you please tell me if it would fit (where the sides attach) in this case? The flip-top case has hard corners and I'm not sure your new light would fit in between. Perhaps you can give me a length measurement and I can check it against the case? (Sorry if I missed that in the item description.) http://www.cyberacoustics.com/retail/Cases-and-Covers/kc-3062Thanks Hello 9MMare Its difficult to exactly tell, as I do not have that product, but from eyeballing it, it appears it should work. As always with out company, if it doesn't work for you, we offer full refund upon return of the product. If you do order, would you kindly tell us what you think and if it fits? Regards, Mike Grantwood Technology |
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« Reply #10 on: July 13, 2011, 03:26:59 PM » |
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What a fantastic idea. Do you ship internationally and how much would the shipping charges be?
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« Reply #11 on: July 13, 2011, 03:37:16 PM » |
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What a fantastic idea. Do you ship internationally and how much would the shipping charges be?
You would have to contact us directly about international orders. Regards, Mike Grantwood Technology support at grantwoodtechnology.com |
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« Reply #12 on: July 13, 2011, 05:19:47 PM » |
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Hello 9MMare
Its difficult to exactly tell, as I do not have that product, but from eyeballing it, it appears it should work. As always with out company, if it doesn't work for you, we offer full refund upon return of the product.
If you do order, would you kindly tell us what you think and if it fits?
Regards,
Mike
Grantwood Technology
Sure. The cover is on it's way and when it arrives, I can measure the distance between the plastic clips. Then maybe you can tell me more. And if I get it, I'm more than happy to review. |
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« Reply #13 on: July 14, 2011, 07:15:45 AM » |
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Oh, wow. That looks really cool.
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« Reply #14 on: July 14, 2011, 07:40:37 AM » |
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That does look VERY nice. Especially for those who have flip cases or who like the Kindle nekked.
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« Reply #15 on: July 14, 2011, 10:23:23 AM » |
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I like the idea. I have the lighted cover as well as the Oberon. I like the light but prefer using my Oberon. If anyone gets it that has an Oberon cover, I would love to hear if it fits or not.
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« Reply #16 on: July 14, 2011, 08:40:07 PM » |
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this looks great but does it mean Kindle needs to be charged more often.  |
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« Reply #17 on: July 15, 2011, 05:04:28 AM » |
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Sarah, I would think it would be very similar to the Amazon lighted cover. I have one of those and I notice very little extra drain on the battery. I've never done a test to see how much sooner I have to charge when using it, because I never let my battery run down very far anyway. But I know there is no significant battery drain from the lighted cover.
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« Reply #18 on: July 15, 2011, 05:11:17 AM » |
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I like the idea. I have the lighted cover as well as the Oberon. I like the light but prefer using my Oberon. If anyone gets it that has an Oberon cover, I would love to hear if it fits or not. Ditto. |
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« Reply #19 on: July 15, 2011, 05:34:07 AM » |
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Mike this is so exciting to have a light like this! I have been so waiting for this.
I have the amazon lighted cover, that i am very happy with but the covers themselves are rather plain i have a custom m-edge cover and an oberon cover. This light looks too large for the covers to close with it attached, however i have ordered several to try it. (my husband has a kindle also)
Keeping my fingers crossed!
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« Reply #20 on: July 15, 2011, 10:49:21 AM » |
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this looks great but does it mean Kindle needs to be charged more often. Hello Sarah, We tested the Kindle with the light on continuously. Its lasts 31.75 hours from complete charge to none with the wireless on. With wireless off, it lasts 41 hours with the light on continuously. If you can imagine we had to set up a device to turn the page every 5 seconds or so, to keep the kindle from falling asleep, as if it falls asleep, the light will go off. We have not tested it with the Kindle on continuously without the light, but from my reading from the Amazon specs: Battery Life of Up to Two Months A single charge lasts up to two months with wireless off based upon a half-hour of daily reading time. If you read for one hour a day, you will get battery life of up to one month. That means that the light has minimal effect on the Kindle battery life as it should be expected to last for 30 hours of reading (one hour per day for a month) with the wireless off. Our test showed that the Kindle lasted 41 hours with the wireless off and the light ON! Minimal impact, if any. Mike Grantwood Technology |
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« Reply #21 on: July 16, 2011, 07:15:17 AM » |
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How much of the plastic goes behind the Kindle? I didn't see a "back" picture of the light attached to the Kindle or a picture of just the light. This is a great product to be introduced, but I'm just wondering how much support is provided where the hinges are. So if a person is holding onto the light, would that prove to be too much strain on the hinges?? It's nice to see someone develop a great product like this!
Kimberly
PS. I use one of the Kindle screen protectors you guys sell - I don't even SEE it on my Kindle screen.
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« Reply #22 on: July 16, 2011, 08:13:09 AM » |
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How much of the plastic goes behind the Kindle? I didn't see a "back" picture of the light attached to the Kindle or a picture of just the light. This is a great product to be introduced, but I'm just wondering how much support is provided where the hinges are. So if a person is holding onto the light, would that prove to be too much strain on the hinges?? It's nice to see someone develop a great product like this!
Kimberly
PS. I use one of the Kindle screen protectors you guys sell - I don't even SEE it on my Kindle screen.
Hello Kimberly, The SimpleLight does have a small flange that goes under the kindle for securing it to the side. It should not be too much strain on the hinges, but when you hold your Kindle with the light attached, your fingers actually end up on the back of the kindle not the light, if that makes sense. But its quite secure and very lightweight. Mike Grantwood Technology |
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« Reply #23 on: July 16, 2011, 09:05:13 AM » |
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Ordered one. This is EXACTLY what I've been looking for. I want a light that stays with my kindle in or out of the case. (I have the m-edge capital zipper case that has room for a side light even when closed and zipped) but I want to be able to take it out of the case for reading in bed when the case feels too heavy to hold onto. I also wanted something that would block those left page turning buttons from my left gripping hand as that has been a huge problem for me. If this light fulfills all those needs, I will be on cloud 9. I'm going to try it out and if it's good, get one for my daughter, too.
One question: how does it use the kindle battery? Are those slots actively connected to the battery? I thought they were just holes.
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« Reply #24 on: July 16, 2011, 09:08:58 AM » |
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Ordered one. This is EXACTLY what I've been looking for. I want a light that stays with my kindle in or out of the case. (I have the m-edge capital zipper case that has room for a side light even when closed and zipped) but I want to be able to take it out of the case for reading in bed when the case feels too heavy to hold onto. I also wanted something that would block those left page turning buttons from my left gripping hand as that has been a huge problem for me. If this light fulfills all those needs, I will be on cloud 9. I'm going to try it out and if it's good, get one for my daughter, too.
Hello Lisa! Well you are our perfect customer! Please if you would let us know what you think, as we are very interested in your comments/questions. Oh I missed your followup question. Yes it uses the the Kindle battery and those side slots are powered. It uses very little power, essentially has no effect on battery life. We tested that. We set up a machine that keeps the light on with the kindle turning pages every 5 seconds for 31 straight hours (with wireless on) and 41 hours (with wireless off) and Amazon states that their Kindle should last 30 hours of use over a month. Mike Grantwood Technology |
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