This is exactly what I wanted after shopping around relentlessly for the right case. The cover folds behind so you can still hold your kindle but it is also protected when covered. No complaints thus far, and itss definitely better priced than the other covers you’ll see out there. Also, it looks chic with the black exterior and materials that look expensive but aren’t. Won’t take my kindle out of it, totally recommend it.

I didn’t notice before I bought this cover that the tab snaps close on the back instead of the front. It’s a minor thing that annoys me. Other than that it’s just what I was looking for and much cheaper than the others.

I followed the instructions exactly and did have to restart the top two inches to get
it exactly fitted right to left and across the top. The problem came when I got down
to the last 2 inches the cover was too wide mid center to right and at the bottom
mid center to bottom by about 1/16″. I contacted the vendor who told me to trim
this one section. No way was I going to take a knife or razor to my NEW Kindle DX.
I left it as is for a day or two but it bugged me so I removed it and trashed it.
Will look for another screen cover. Another complaint is the claim of Anti Glare,
when applied under room light I could see reflections bouncing off the screen.

This inexpensive, basic case for the Kindle DX is certainly worth the price. The leather feels good and the cover bends behind for comfortable reading. The clasp is magnetic and stays out of the way when the cover is open. The white accent stitching is a nice design element and frames the product well.

Inside, the 2 leather corner pieces and the 2 elastic bands fit the Kindle DX well, holding it securely in place. The user is not left wondering if the device will slip from the bands or fall out of the case. All of the buttons and ports are accessible with the cover on, so you won’t need to remove the Kindle to use or charge it.

The interior is covered with a light-grey soft cloth. Suede would have been better, but that’s too much to ask at this price point. A document pocket and elastic pen loop are nice touches.

All told, this is a good cover at a reasonable price. It works well and you’ll never be embarrassed to show off your Kindle in the case.

There are a couple of companies selling this same product under different names. I’ve ordered from different vendors and they are identical. I’m not sure why this vendor tries to describe it as a mini-note PC Netbook case. It would only fit things sized exactly like the Kindle DX.

REVISED – There seem to be several sellers that carry this, but seems cheapest here. I originally wrote that this cover is not all leather, but IT MIGHT ACTUALLY BE ALL LEATHER ON THE OUTSIDE. I really can’t tell at this point. If it’s real leather, it’s the really cheap stuff, but that’s what the official cover seems to be made of too. I would change the review to four stars at this point. The clasp is made of real leather, and the little straps to hold the device on the outer edge are real leather (which may be how they get away with describing it as leather if the rest is fake). Even if faux leather, good value for the money. Cover folds all the way over pretty easily so you can tuck it behind the device, which is how I like to read with it. Inside the faux leather is a very thin layer of foam and then probably cardboard, and the inner part of the folder is a soft, pleasant flannel-like sueded polyester. It did take Vangoddy four days to actually ship it, but whatever. From what I’ve read of the official DX cover, this is a way better value, and will protect the device no matter how it’s opened. Save yourself thirty bucks.

I’d been using a Mighty-Bright with my old and new Kindle. I liked it a lot, but have an m-edge cover for the new one and was lookiing forward to the convenience of having this one live alongside the Kindle in the case. When it showed up the other day, I slipped it into the slot and immediately loved the ergonomics of having it disappear in the case.

But then I went into a dark room and turned it on. It’s not nearly as bright as the mighty bright. Some people seem to thing that’s a feature, calling it a nice SOFT light. I just find it to be a very DIM light. It doesn’t light up the whole screen anywhere close to evenly or brightly enough for my tastes.

The other problem is with the switch – it doesn’t have a very positive feel and it’s very easy to accidently leave on when you think you’re turning it off (by pushing it past the center “off” position to the other “on” position) or to turn on when folding the flexible arm back into the case. Twice already, in just a few days, I’ve accidently turned it on as I was putting it away, didn’t notice I’d done so, and came back later to find a dead battery.

The concept and design are great, but the implementation leaves a bit to be desired. Quite a bit, IMHO. I wanted to like this light because of the obvious convenience, but will probably continue using the mighty-bright until and unless they improve the brightness and the switch.

Edit – after using the light for a few days, I’ll lighten up a bit (NPI). I prefer the lighting produced by the mighty bright and its firmer switch, but this one is adequate. I’ve read with it and I’d prefer it brighter, but this is good enough. The switch is poorly designed, but works adequately as long as you’re careful with it. (Which having left it on a couple of times, I am now). I’ll still probably use the mighty bright when I need a portable light at home (not often, but occasionally) but this is good enough to be my primary travel light, given its great convenience. If they can figure out a way to make it brighter (maybe two batteries and a second LED, like the mighty bright? – should still be able to fit it inside the case pretty easily and the extra weight of another battery wouldn’t be noticable) and redesign the switch, I’d recommend it highly. As it is, its probably good enough but could be a lot better.

Unlike some of the other reviewers to date, I actually bought one of the things and I have actually used it. I am not going to carp on features that it doesn’t include. (e.g., “I’ll NEVER get one of these until I can use it as a flash drive!”, or , “BATTERIES?? Why doesn’t it have a solar cell or a little windmill attached to it???)

Here are my observations about the e-Luminator 2 Booklight:

1. As you would expect, it is perfectly designed for the M-Edge Kindle 2 cover. I had no trouble inserting the base into the pocket, and it feels quite secure.
2. The gooseneck seemed a bit loose at first; that is to say, it wanted to droop a bit under the weight of the LED head. I twisted it a tiny bit in the clockwise direction and it tightened up. Not unusual for this kind of flexible shaft device and nothing that I am concerned about.
3. The battery fits quite snugly in the battery compartment. I suspect I’ll have to give it a bit of a shake when it’s time to replace the battery. Again, just an observation.
4. The swivel mechanism that allows the light to be stored along the spine of the cover is ingenious. It will be interesting to see how it holds up with repeated operation.
5. There are two light level settings controlled by a three-postion sliding switch on the LED housing. (The device is “OFF” in the center position. Frankly, I do not see a significant difference in the amounts of illumination provided by the higher and lower settings. I suppose one could use a light-meter and measure the difference, but I don’t have that kind of time on my hands. My only other quibble here is the added complexity that a three-way switch brings to the device, but that’s just me–I prefer simpler over more complex.
6. And now, the most important observation: it illuminates the Kindle text evenly without undue glare, once I learned to position it properly through some trial-and-error. When it is aimed correctly, there is no direct light “leakage” from the business end of the device. I’ve had other booklights that have half-blinded me, until I built little shields around the LED assemblies. This one does not unduly illuminate the surroundings, so it can be used in bed or on a plane at night without disturbing someone else who’s trying to sleep.
7. It is unobtrusive visually. It does not interfere with operation of the Kindle navigation buttons or keyboard.
8. With the device tucked into the M-Edge cover’s spine for storage, it adds some support to the spine and gives it a smoother, more “finished” look.
9. This light adds a tiny bit of weight to the Kindle 2/cover combo. The weight seems to be evenly distributed; the Kindle is well balanced whether the light is in use or in its storage position.

In short, this is another fine M-Edge product that enhances the Kindle 2 experience for me. Kudos to the product design and realization teams for jobs well done!

This is a good cover. I really like how it attaches to the kindle without brackets and I can take it out any time if I want.

It has a hidden slot on the top right portion of the back cover (looking at it when it is closed) to insert the M-Edge e-Luminator2 Kindle DX Booklight (Fits 9.7″ Display, Latest Generation Kindle DX). At first I thought it was a defect because the the elastic fastener that holds the top right corner of the Kindle in place appeared to be pulling the felt-like inside away from the leather a bit. Then I realized it is a uniform, stitched slot, by design. You don’t notice it unless you’re really looking closely. I have a different light and didn’t know this cover had the built-in slot. It’s a Mighty Bright XtraFlex2 Clip-On Light (Kindle Version) Black [Amazon Frustration-Free Packaging] that attaches pretty well to the top of the Kindle.

I really like the color and texture. I wanted something a little different, but not too flashy. Purple is the ticket. It was worth waiting the extra days to ship from the manufacturer.

On the inside, the felt-like fuzzy material has a bit of a rippling in the “spine” area, but not to cause alarm.

The cover has a strong adhesive smell (like rubber cement). I’ve been leaving the cover lying open hoping to let some of the smell dissipate. I assume that it will over time.

Overall, it’s a good cover, and feels good in hand. Glad I got it.

I bought this skin for my Kindle DX because I was so pleased with the skins I’d bought for my Kindle 2. This one is just as nice, but I would like to put in my vote for a matching front skin like they make for the Kindle 2. So far, this is only a back skin.

I like having the front and back designs just for the aesthetics, I can easily spot which Kindle is mine in the family, and I like keeping the Kindle protected on both sides from damage and fingerprints.

Aside from being a back-only skin, it’s just a nice and easy to apply as the ones for Kindle 2s. I’ve been very pleased with them all around and recommend them highly.

Amazon, if you are listening, please consider a top skin for DXs as well

I ordered this cover on Saturday morning and received it on Monday. It was just as advertised. I love it!! The Kindle is very slippery and this cover makes it feel perfect in my hands. It gives me a firm grip and it looks pretty, too. Also, it was very easy to put on. If you would like to keep a firm grip on your Kindle, I would recommend this product.