by Amazon

Amazon Kindle Touch Lighted Leather Cover, Wine Purple (does not fit Kindle Paperwhite)

• Built-in LED reading light provides even lighting across Kindle's entire screen
• Light draws power from Kindle device. No batteries required
• Premium leather exterior looks and feels great
• Sleek, lightweight design protects Kindle without adding bulk
• Cover folds back for easy one-handed reading

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 7.3 x 5 x 0.6 inches ; 5.4 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 6.4 ounces
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B004SD25SK
• Item model number: 515-1061-02
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (517 customer reviews)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: September 22, 2011

Product Description

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Amazon's Kindle Touch Lighted Leather Cover

Protect and Illuminate Your Kindle Touch

Our sleek, form-fitted leather cover was designed to be the perfect companion for Kindle Touch. The premium leather exterior looks and feels great, while the soft microfiber interior protects your device from scuffs and scratches. No matter where you take your Kindle Touch, you’ll never be without illumination thanks to the integrated reading light. Our innovative design allows the built-in LED light to draw its power from Kindle, so no batteries are required. Never Be Without a Light An integrated LED reading light lets you read comfortably anytime, anywhere. The high-quality LED light is designed specifically for Kindle's paper-like display, adding brightness without adding glare. A permanent part of the cover, the reading light is located just above your Kindle Touch and is optimally positioned to provide an even light across the screen. When needed, simply flip the light out and it automatically illuminates, eliminating the need for a separate power switch. To turn the light off, just snap it back into place or close the cover. Since the light draws its power from Kindle, no batteries are needed. How It Works Our innovative cover interfaces seamlessly with your Kindle Touch, securing your device while providing easy access to the home button and power switch. Two small connectors draw power from the device to power the attached light. Our cover is designed specifically for yourKindle Touch and secures your device without any hinges or straps. Simply place your Kindle into the form-fitted interior of the cover and then gently press the device into place. Read Comfortably with One Hand Reading with the cover on, you can easily access Kindle’s home button and power switch, while the rounded edges offer a perfect fit in your hands. The reading light is easily accessible when the cover is open and the cover is designed to fold back, so you can read comfortably with just one hand. On the Go Thin, lightweight, and durable, this cover is perfect for taking Kindle Touch wherever you go. The stylish, genuine leather exterior and form-fitting interior provide ultimate fit and protection. You'll also never be without a reading light, and since the light draws its power from Kindle Touch, no batteries are needed. Amazon's official Kindle Touch lighted leather cover features a genuine leather exterior and microfiber interior, and comes in four different colors.

Read Kindle easily in the dark with Amazon's revolutionary, all-new lighted leather cover. Built-in connectors draw power from the Kindle device to power the integrated reading light. Protect your Kindle Touch on the go, and never be without a reading light.

Product Description

 Amazon Kindle Touch Lighted Leather Cover, Wine PurpleColor: Purple Built-in LED reading light provides even lighting across Kindle's entire screen Light draws power from Kindle device. No batteries required Premium leather exterior looks and feels great Sleek, lightweight design protects Kindle without adding bulk Cover folds back for easy one-handed readingProtect and Illuminate Your Kindle Touch Our sleek, form-fitted leather cover was designed to be the perfect companion for Kindle Touch. The premium leather exterior looks and feels great, while the soft microfiber interior protects your device from scuffs and scratches. No matter where you take your Kindle Touch, you’ll never be without illumination thanks to the integrated reading light. Our innovative design allows the built-in LED light to draw its power from Kindle, so no batteries are required. Never Be Without a Light An integrated LED reading light lets y

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

696 of 722 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars Actually have the case November 22, 2011

By Alex Kaplan

Amazon Verified Purchase

I preordered my Kindle Touch and Lighted cover on September 28th. Got my kindle day early but case shipment has been a mess. First there was no date for shipping. Then I got an estimate of December 22nd and in about 3 hours got a follow email that my case was to be delivered today.
Case showed up an hour ago and as soon as it came in I attached my KT to it. I had original K3G with lighted cover before this one and its definitely a better design then earlier version. Kindle Touch weighs 7.3 ounces and Cover 5.4 ounces so its not light weight.

This case is a TPU style case which has hard plastic back. Leather is not of high quality like the premium brands that exist. I actually like the back design compared to the previous model as kindle is attached inside it and not connected via 2 clips on the side. Light position is much improved and provides more even light. Also its easier to operate then previous model. Price is still high for what it offers but not much u can do about it.

So overall I do like the case, Don't like the price and find this model much better than earlier one.

one thing to note is they no longer have a little strap that keeps the case closed. Right now its fine but not sure what is going to happen once i start folding the front cover back. It might become loose and start flapping too much. It would have been nice to have either a magnet or a strap to hold it closed

52 of 58 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars A Review From Someone Who Actually Has The Product! November 21, 2011

By Mentaliz

So while yes, the delay in getting this case was frustrating, that has nothing to do with the quality of the product.

The Kindle fits right in very snug. The front of the case opens and folds to the back, which provides a comfortable hold while reading. The light pops right out and turns on, and there are no batteries to mess with. This is the only case like it. Yes, it's a little pricey, but well worth it!

I do wish there was a better selection of colors (like a REAL purple, or pink, etc.)

41 of 50 people found the following review helpful

1.0 out of 5 stars Find a better option. This is *not* like Kindle 3 cover. November 22, 2011

By Gisele

Amazon Verified Purchase

Awful cover - whoever designed this one has probably never used a Kindle. I've bought/used/given as gifts EVERY Kindle made (including the Fire which I ordered while Bezos was still on stage). I've never seen such poor quality from Amazon. The cover is flimsy, there is no closure on it so it swings open and is clumsy to hold, and it provides little protection for the Kindle Touch given the lack of padding or structure to the front of the case.

Shame on whoever designed this - it does not deserve the Kindle branding. I've already sent mine back.

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful

2.0 out of 5 stars Kindle Touch Lighted Plastic Cover, "Purple" November 22, 2011

By Meghan

Amazon Verified Purchase

After being spoiled by the previous lighted cover for the Kindle 3 (aka Kindle Keyboard) I pre-ordered the lighted cover for my new Kindle Touch the day it was announced. I finally received the cover today, and hurriedly unpacked it to protect my precious Kindle.

First impression: this cover is plastic, not leather! It may technically, officially be made of leather, but it sure looks and feels plastic, even more so than the case for the previous Kindle.

Second impression: I don't know what color it is, but it's not really purple. Depending on the light it's something between a deep purplish red wine, and a dark hot-pinkish purplish sort of color. Whatever it is, it's odd, and I was really hoping for a true purple.

After putting the Kindle in it's case, I turned it on and tried out the light in a dark room. It's certainly bright enough to light the whole Kindle screen, and covers more evenly than the old corner-style light did.

As noted by another reviewer, the back of the cover is relatively thick, and adds a fair amount of bulk to the Kindle. The front cover by contrast is extremely thin, not even as thick as the cardboard in a normal Amazon box. It seems to stay closed fairly well without any sort of latch (although a latch would be nice) and so far I haven't managed to figure out a way to pick up the Kindle and accidentally flip the front open. But once placed in a purse or bag, there is a risk of things slipping behind that loose front cover and possibly damaging the Kindle screen.

Overall, the Kindle Touch in this case is noticeably larger and heavier, but even so it's still an improvement over the even larger and bulkier Kindle Keyboard in a lighted cover....

Update - After a few days of use, I've decided not to keep this cover after all. Because of the curved back and flat front, it's very uncomfortable to hold with the cover folded back (the way I like to read) and I just can't get used to the strange color. Read more ›

15 of 18 people found the following review helpful

1.0 out of 5 stars doesn't work! November 28, 2011

By Todd P. Ehret

I pre-ordered this item on the day the Kindle Touch was released. A week after my KT arrived, the case did. I was very disappointed when I put the kindle in the cover, turned it on, and what no light???? I tried over and over again. It simply was defective. In addition, the case felt flimsy, the leather cheap. Very plastic feeling. Not at all like the K3 lighted cover, and as many said..where's the closure???? Not going to do much in my purse for protection if the cover doesn't stay shut. Big fail on Amazon's design team for this one. Yes, I ordered another one, because the light is key, so I will suffer with all the problems, if the new one works and if I EVER get it. I reordered it and now I have a 5-7 week wait. Not quite fair for buying it the day it was released and getting a defective cover. Overall not so happy right now!