OCTOVO Splash Proof Case (Fits 6" Display, 2nd Generation Kindle) - Red

by OCTOVO

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 4 ounces
• ASIN: B002BB4E1W
• Average Customer Review: 2.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (20 customer reviews)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: June 7, 2009

Product Description

New & Improved Splash Proof Cover on Sale - see http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002QDBU4O The OCTO Splash Proof Case for the Amazon Kindle 2 is the ultimate case for on-the-go eReader users. Whether at the gym, pool, or beach, this case provides superior protection for your Amazon Kindle 2. This stylish, padded case features a clear read-through panel which provides instant access to the Kindles navigation features and keypad while providing protection against moisture, dirt, dust and sand. This custom designed case incorporates a perfect blend of functionality and style - available in Black or Red.

Customer Reviews

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23 of 23 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect for reading in the pool or at the beach, August 4, 2009

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Diane Lending "Cozy' mystery reader" (Harrisonburg, VA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: OCTOVO Splash Proof Case (Fits 6" Display, 2nd Generation Kindle) - Red (Electronics)

This should not be your first Kindle case -- it isn't what you need to protect the Kindle from bumps in a purse and it does make it harder to use the buttons on the Kindle. However if you need a case for reading in the pool, beach or bath tub, this is a great choice.

I bought mine just before a beach trip. I spent several hours sitting in the pool, reading my Kindle. I also took the Kindle on to the beach in this. It is a waterproof sleeve that fits your Kindle quite tightly and protects it. I wouldn't immerse the Kindle in water in this but it did protect the Kindle from splashes, sand and sun screen. The clear plastic is easy to read through. The case shows you where the Next Page, Prev Page and Home buttons are. The Next Page and Prev Page buttons worked very well through the case. However the cursor button and on/off switch were a little harder to maneuver. I was able to move them but not as easily. Therefore, it doesn't work as well for reading a newspaper where I wanted to switch from one article to another with the 5-way cursor. For book reading, where you typically only use the Next Page button, it works really well.

My recommendation is that you understand what you want this case for. If it's for protecting the Kindle during typical beach reading, go for it.

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars As advertised, July 5, 2009

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L. Weste - See all my reviews
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This review is from: OCTOVO Splash Proof Case (Fits 6" Display, 2nd Generation Kindle) - Red (Electronics)

What I like about the case is that it allows operation of the Kindle DX while it's in the case and doesn't add weight or thickness to the Kindle. This case does what it says, "Splash Proof". If you want a protective cover that you can read through that will prevent damage if someone spills something on you or if it starts to rain, then this is a good option.

I found it a bit tricky at first to get used to operating the five direction mouse with the case on but I think I have mastered it! From reading some other reviews, I had no problems in getting the Kindle DX in and out of the case. I was looking for a protective case at a reasonable price. So this does the job!

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Waterproof, July 18, 2009

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This review is from: OCTOVO Splash Proof Case (Fits 6" Display, 2nd Generation Kindle) - Red (Electronics)

It is awkward to get to the on/of button, and you have to take it off to charge it. But it does achieve its purpose of making it water resistant and now I can read by the pool without worrying. I would recommend it for this purpose as long as you understand the limitations.