So what case/sleeve did everyone pre-order with their Fire?

[meglet]

Just got my purple Incline case from M-Edge (three days early, even!) I. AM. IN. LOVE. The pictures on their site made me think it might be a little bit overly thick and bulky, but tolerable. It's not, it's absolutely a perfect fit for the Fire. There's no wasted space or overhang, and the front border doesn't interfere with the touch screen which I was a little worried about. The magnetic closure is nice and strong to keep the case shut, and the 3 landscape stand levels are nice. (Now if only I could figure out how to make the portrait stand orientation work.)

[teri]

This arrived today.  At first I was confused -- couldn't figure out how the Fire sits in it and there were no directions. . . but after re-reading the product page at Amazon I realized the plastic is actually a peel off sheet and then the Fire sticks to the sticky stuff that's there.  O.K.

It's not as close to the size of the fire as the pictures make it seem. . .there's a good quarter inch all the way around. 

The easel feature does work as advertised, though . . .both in portrait and landscape.

It's got a bit of a chemical smell. . . .I'm going to let it breathe for a bit and hope it dissipates.

I guess for what I paid -- $4 plus shipping (total $8.99) -- it'll do.  But it's currently priced at $15.99 plus shipping (total$20.98) and I'd not have been happy with it for that price.

They cancelled my order today.  The email said they couldn't meet the promised schedule so they were cancelling...oh, but I'm welcome to replace an order in about 2 weeks!  I responded back that they price had tripled since it was ordered and I was willing to remain on a wait list.  I also asked if I would still be able to purchase it at the original purchase price.  I guess now I'll just wait until they respond.  I really wanted that case. 

[Ann in Arlington]

That's just wrong, teri.   It is currently showing as in stock as of Dec. 8.  I bet you they had a 'dummy' price in until they figured out what they'd really want to charge but hadn't meant for it to actually be for sale at that price.  Too bad for them.  Hope you can get them to honor the lower price. . . .

It is growing on me, but I don't love it.  Still looking for 'the one'.

[Meemo]

They cancelled my order today.  The email said they couldn't meet the promised schedule so they were cancelling...oh, but I'm welcome to replace an order in about 2 weeks!  I responded back that they price had tripled since it was ordered and I was willing to remain on a wait list.  I also asked if I would still be able to purchase it at the original purchase price.  I guess now I'll just wait until they respond.  I really wanted that case. 

Which color did you order, Teri?  I haven't gotten an email (yet) - I'd ordered the red.

[teri]

I ordered the magenta.  The magenta and black show available on 12/8.  The red one shows available on 12/5.  Perhaps they won't cancel yours?

[pitbullandfire]

I got this one in Black...It meets the basic need of covering my new baby, but that's it...I need an Oberon badly!!!

[pitbullandfire]

I made this one for my Fire...
http://www.etsy.com/listing/86644117/leather-kindle-fire-case

BEAUTIFUL!!!  That would look great around my Fire in my Saddleback Leather Satchel (Kindle Karrier)...see below

[joyzilli]

Teri - my order for the magenta cover was also cancelled today!  I replied to AYL and Amazon to let them know I wasn't happy about reordering the case at the higher price.  I'll wait to see how they'll respond....

[teri]

joyzilli - I hope they let us reorder at the original price.  I really think that case is the one I'll like the most.  I post also if they reply...so far, nada.   

[Meemo]

Must be an issue with the Magenta - I still haven't gotten a cancellation notice for the red.  Actually, I'd gotten a notice that it had shipped a week ago, but it was coming by mail - hoping it'll be in the mail today.  Taking the Fire (and Kindle & other toys) to the library for the 2nd "Tech Petting Zoo" - I didn't have the Fire for it two weeks ago and would like to have this cover since it's made for the Fire.  

ETA:  Just checked the mail & it's here.  There is definitely that chemical smell to it that Ann mentioned.  But I like it.  Its a nice shade of red, good strong elastic strap, and that silicon pad is definitely holding the Fire well.  I didn't get a letter (or a screen protector) but since I only paid $9.99 for it including shipping, that's okay (and if it isn't a non-glare screen protector I wouldn't use it anyway).  Maybe they used the "better" silicon on the red to begin with?  Or maybe they just don't quite have their stuff together. 

One thing I noticed is that the platform "legs" seem to have little magnets in them that keep them laying nice & flat when you aren't using them, which is a nice little touch.  I especially like that it has legs for both landscape and platform modes, which is hard to find. 

Once the smell dissipates, I think I'll like this cover.  I loved the Fire in my Paisley K3 Oberon, but the straps were a bit too snug - made me a little nervous that they might've been a little too tight on it.  Was hoping to use the black Octovo K3 cover but those straps were too tight to even get on the Fire at all.  And I've always preferred covers without corners anyway when possible.  So for the price, I'm happy.  Will still keep an eye out for new offerings, though. 

[teri]

I received a reply from AYL today.  They will match the price +15%!  I just have to re-order and send them the order number so they can apply the discounted price.  I'm a happy camper!  I'll definitely re-order as I do like the form factor of this cover.

[Ephany]

This arrived today.  At first I was confused -- couldn't figure out how the Fire sits in it and there were no directions. . . but after re-reading the product page at Amazon I realized the plastic is actually a peel off sheet and then the Fire sticks to the sticky stuff that's there.  O.K.

It's not as close to the size of the fire as the pictures make it seem. . .there's a good quarter inch all the way around.  

The easel feature does work as advertised, though . . .both in portrait and landscape.

It's got a bit of a chemical smell. . . .I'm going to let it breathe for a bit and hope it dissipates.

I guess for what I paid -- $4 plus shipping (total $8.99) -- it'll do.  But it's currently priced at $15.99 plus shipping (total$20.98) and I'd not have been happy with it for that price.

Mine (in red) finally arrived today and I'm not loving it. My overall feeling is just 'meh'. I don't like the idea of the sticky stuff but that's my fault for not reading the description more closely. My mom still needs a case for her Fire and she's not nearly as picky as I am LOL, so I'm gonna see if she'd like it. For $10 it's not worth shipping back, but between the sticky stuff, the smell and the lack of a secure closure mechanism, it's definitely not for me.

It is also supposed to come with a screen protector, which I will probably not use.  There was a sheet of paper in the packaging that said it will follow in about 2 weeks. . . .delayed because they needed to make sure it was sized exactly right.  And it also says that when they ship that they'l "include a new upgraded silicon replacement in order to provide better adhesiveness".  

Interesting, there wasn't any paperwork included with mine nor a mention of a screen protector... Not really a biggie overall, but curious nonetheless. After reading this thread, I'll be checking out the Oberon selection I think. I caught my DH looking at the website last night so I'd better have one or two on my wishlist to help him out. 

[ellesu]

LOL! They must have shipped a lot of red cases because mine also arrived today. I feel same as most of you - good for the price, in fact, better quality than I expected. but I wonder about the silicone. Do you think it'll leave a sticky residue on the Fire?

This case is just a wee bit larger than my Roo case - and the red of this case is almost the same color, maybe a bit brighter.

[Raffeer]

I will admit it's growing on me. . . .the smell has faded. . . .if one has the opportunity to put it outside in sunshine and fresh air for a while that would probably clear it out right quick. 

The silicon does stick really well.  I can shake the thing upside down (over the big fluffy bed comforter!) and it doesn't budge.  It's growing on me.  And the elastic is high quality. . .it doesn't seem like the sort that will stretch out quickly, so that's good.

Anyway, I've not given up searching for the perfect case. . .but this will do for now. . . .though I'm still not sure I'd pay the higher price they're now charging.

Mine came in today (red) and I couldn't be more pleased. It feels good in the hand, the leather is padded and it feels soft. I like the easels. They work well and I'm so pleased to not have to hold it while trying to eat lunch. All is all I'm very satisfied and happily will stop my Fire cover search.

[Meemo]

LOL! They must have shipped a lot of red cases because mine also arrived today. I feel same as most of you - good for the price, in fact, better quality than I expected. but I wonder about the silicone. Do you think it'll leave a sticky residue on the Fire?

This case is just a wee bit larger than my Roo case - and the red of this case is almost the same color, maybe a bit brighter.

I pulled my Fire off the silicon to reseat it because it was a bit too close to the top of the case, it had only been on a couple of hours, but there was no residue at all, but I had to pull a bit to get it off - it really does hold it securely.  Now how it would work after being in it weeks or months, I don't know, but I'm not overly concerned knowing how cleanly velcro came off my 1st & 2nd gen Kindles when I'd used it with my Oberons. 

[ellesu]

Thanks, Meemo! I figured we'd need to pull quite a bit to get it off.  The silicone thingy is new to me.

[joyzilli]

Teri - I received the same answer as you, so I just reordered and sent them my order number.  Hopefully this time I'll get the cover and the discount!

[Ann in Arlington]

Mine (in red) finally arrived today and I'm not loving it. My overall feeling is just 'meh'. I don't like the idea of the sticky stuff but that's my fault for not reading the description more closely. My mom still needs a case for her Fire and she's not nearly as picky as I am LOL, so I'm gonna see if she'd like it. For $10 it's not worth shipping back, but between the sticky stuff, the smell and the lack of a secure closure mechanism, it's definitely not for me.

Re: secure closure:  the black has a nice strong elastic band.  Closes Very securely and only a slight pain. . . I really liked the bungie on the Amazon K3/Keyboard cases that had the little tab to grab it with.  But for flat elastic, this is nice. . . .I don't have the feeling it's going to stretch out after a few weeks. . . . .

For you with the red. . . .does it fit the fire 'just right" or is there like a quarter of an inch all the way around?

[Meemo]

Re: secure closure:  the black has a nice strong elastic band.  Closes Very securely and only a slight pain. . . I really liked the bungie on the Amazon K3/Keyboard cases that had the little tab to grab it with.  But for flat elastic, this is nice. . . .I don't have the feeling it's going to stretch out after a few weeks. . . . .

For you with the red. . . .does it fit the fire 'just right" or is there like a quarter of an inch all the way around?

I like the elastic too - the overall construction feels good to me.

My red one has maybe a quarter of an inch at the top and bottom (which I like, gives me a buffer zone so I don't have to worry about hitting the power button accidentally - although that hasn't happened to me yet anyway) - probably a little less than a quarter-inch on the sides. 

The picture on the website appears to me to be a picture of the Fire imposed on the picture of the cover rather than an actual Fire in the cover.  They aren't entirely accurate - and were no doubt mocked up before they had an actual Fire in hand.  There's no "depth" to the Fire in the pics, except the one showing it in landscape mode and that looks like Photoshopped depth to me. 

One good thing - I dropped my Fire yesterday , not from far, maybe 12".  It was in the AYL cover, closed with the elastic.  But I still freaked out a bit and immediately turned it on to make sure it was okay.  It was.  Score one for AYL frameless in the protective category.

[teri]

Teri - I received the same answer as you, so I just reordered and sent them my order number.  Hopefully this time I'll get the cover and the discount!

Re-ordered mine today and sent them the order number.  I hope they get it right and it doesn't turn into a big fiasco.   

[akw4572]

Wow.............just got my Splash signature folio case.  It's a treat.  Easy to use, and makes holding the Fire a lot easier, either vertically, or horizontally.  It stands up with ease in the 3 positions for the case, and is very secure.  For $25, I think it's a bargain.

[Merlilu]

I'm an Oberon junkie and because I already had 2 of their velcro mounted covers for my K2 I waited to see if that would work for my Fire.  Success!!!!! I saved $$$$ and get to use my purple "Roof of Heaven" again!  It doesn't have the stand option, however, I use a small tilting table for my laptop and it also works nicely for the Fire.

[teri]

Teri - I received the same answer as you, so I just reordered and sent them my order number.  Hopefully this time I'll get the cover and the discount!

Joy - I got my magenta cover today (stinky!).  Definitely needs airing out!  I also got a message from AYL notifying me of my refund + 15%!  The cover ended up costing me $7.84 (including shipping).  I haven't loaded my Fire in it yet.  I have to let it air out first.  I'm prone to migraines and that smell is a bit more than I can handle today.

[joyzilli]

I received my magenta cover also and agree that it does stink!!  I was also issued the credit from AYL - it's a great case for the price...so far I'm very happy with it.

[Meemo]

They really do stink at first - that was the only down side for me with the AYL.  The good news is that the stink dissipates reasonably quickly.  I just ordered the AYL frameless cover for my new K4 - I love how thin & light the K4 is and didn't want anything bulky, and love the floating look.  This time I think I'll try to hold off on using the cover until it's had a few days to air out.  There was another brand of K4 cover that used that silicon pad, but the inside of the front cover had too much stuff going on, a slot for an ID plus a few slots for other cards.  Made it look like it would be too bulky.  And I've been really happy with the way the AYL is made.