05-07-2011, 11:42 PM | #1 |
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Kindle 3 comfortable reading - Not!
I love the technology of my Kindle 3, but its not comfortable to hold. When I'm not unintentionally flipping pages, I've pressed a key and began a search, or the sharp thin bottom corners are digging into the palms of my hands.
I've searched for other talk on this subject but haven't found any. Am I the only one who thinks that the ergonomics of the kindle 3 are somewhat lacking? Is there a case or stretchy rubbery thing I could buy which will make my reading experiences less accident prone and painful, and more enjoyable? I've never seen a Kindle leather cover in real life, but looking closely at some pictures, I don't see them helping very much. Perhaps they do? Thanks in advance for any replies :-) |
05-07-2011, 11:45 PM | #2 |
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I've used my K2 without a cover, and my K3 in its cover since I got it. Never had an issue. I do find holding the k3 with the cover gives me more options in holding it, but I find that with or without a cover, holding my Kindles is far easier than holding a book open.
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05-07-2011, 11:51 PM | #3 |
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Comfort will be an individual thing. I've personally never had a problem either using it naked or in the Amazon cover or in an Oberon cover.
Perhaps some kind of gel case/silicone skin would make it a nicer experience for you. Example: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...Y93Y2A0RY6NYYA |
05-08-2011, 01:34 AM | #4 |
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I hate holding the K3 without some sort of protection. For $4, you can get a silicone protective cover from Crazy on Digital and it makes the kindle "fatter" and easier to hold. Check them out!
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05-08-2011, 01:59 AM | #5 |
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I suggest getting a cover. It makes it more like holding a regular book.
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05-08-2011, 02:04 AM | #6 |
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Not to be a contrarian (though that's in my nature), but I don't have any problem with the K3's ergonomics. Now granted, I keep it in a lighted cover and perhaps that makes all the difference, but I read for hours at a time with no problems and I almost never hit the wrong page turn buttons.
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05-08-2011, 03:32 AM | #7 |
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I've recently replaced my Kindle 2 with a Kindle 3. I think I need to give my fingers a few more weeks to get used to a new button layout before giving a final verdict, but so far I think the next and back buttons are far too easy to press accidentally. In comparison to K2, I don't think it's improvement.
I've used silicone skins with other devices and definitely would recommend one. It gives a better grip without adding too much bulk or weight. |
05-08-2011, 03:46 AM | #8 | |
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I assume you mean the Kindle is naked. lol. Sorry I just couldn't resist especially since another posting talked about using protection etc.
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05-08-2011, 03:47 AM | #9 |
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I would strongly recommend ALWAYS using a Kindle (or any other book reader) in a cover simply to protect it. A cover also makes it thicker, and easier to hold.
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I find that I hold the cover and not the Kindle, and then just need to click to turn the page. Further, the Kindle did not feel as flimsy. Amazon has a store in Oz where you can get them from. Cheers |
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05-08-2011, 04:48 AM | #11 |
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But a cover makes it heavier. I've generallly preferred to use my ebook reader with as light and thin covers as possible.
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05-08-2011, 04:51 AM | #12 |
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A Kindle with a cover is lighter than many paperbacks. Personally, I've never considered the weight of books to be a preventative factor when reading them.
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05-08-2011, 05:33 AM | #13 |
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I only read my kindle without a cover and never had any problems. If I touch any buttons by mistake, there's always the "back" option.
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05-08-2011, 05:54 AM | #14 |
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Maybe not, but why not take all the advantages that you can get, instead of making do? I don't really follow that "good enough" attitude.
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05-08-2011, 06:09 AM | #15 |
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I do have a cover that I put on my Kindle if I'm going out and about. I don't know how much protection against damage(from a fall) it would actually give, but it makes me feel better anyway.
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