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Any chance of getting an iPad2 like cover for the Xoom?

Basically what I said in the title.
The iPad2 cover is an elegant solution and I'd like something similar for my Xoom.
Is this feasible?

BlazinGTI said:
Basically what I said in the title.
The iPad2 cover is an elegant solution and I'd like something similar for my Xoom.
Is this feasible?
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i would, off the bat, say no. we have no way to attach the hinge... i might be wrong but it probably works like the hinge on the kindle, which has some problems.
i like the idea of the cover, but just so you know this is not a case and seems to provide no protection for the sides/back, much less any kind of drop protection or anything. it also might be unstable at the oblique angle since its only a folded triangle holding the whole thing up (probably props it up for viewing videos ok, but not for active use like browsing.
we deffinintely need better cases for xoom, but i suspect this cover is more of the apple looks good aesthetically works poorly deal like their keyboards and mice. i could be wrong though, ill just have to wait to try it myself.

BlazinGTI said:
Basically what I said in the title.
The iPad2 cover is an elegant solution and I'd like something similar for my Xoom.
Is this feasible?
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The Apple solution works using magnets... so you'd need the appropriate physical modifications to the Xoom first. Basically, no, it won't work since the Xoom doesn't have the pre-requisite revolutionary and magical material the iPad 2 does.

A case for two kindles

I'm certain there aren't many out there with this interest...
Anyone seen a case that holds an Eink kindle as well as a fire. I travel for a living and like each kindle for its particular use and would like a "book" like case with a kindle on each side.
Anyone seen anything like this?
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I would love something like this as well! Anybody seen anything like it?

Glad I'm not alone. The Microsoft courier comes to mind. It was to be a two screened tablet. Although two kindles would be bulky, I plan on carrying two on the road and figured an adjoined case would be convienent.
It's a hard thing to search for. I keep getting results for kindle two cases.
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In the meantime, my kindle 2 m-case has a pocket that I can sqeeze the Fire into. Fits snug but its so snug I fear it will wear the Fire's edge over time. Looking for something the other way around. A Fire case with a pocket I can fit a kindle 2 or 3 into.
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me, too
Have y'all found a two-kindle case (Fire & Touch) yet? I too am looking for just such a thing.
The Fire and the E-ink Kindles are very different, so I wouldn't think that folks like us were all that unusual, but I haven't found any hint of a two-kindle case anywhere. Frustrating.

Maybe you could try making one out of two ? Glue them together or something ?

i tried doing a search on amazon for you but i didn't find anything. You might have to try to make something yourself!

You could do the Moleskine hack and with some elastic bands and a bit of elbow grease, make a holder on each of the covers. Check out this link for ideas: http://blupsblups.com/15-cool-diy-kindle-covers-and-cases/
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case similar to transformer dock?

Is there any case for the xoom that is similar to the transformer keyboard/trackpad combo. i've seen some with the keyboard but having one with a track pad would really come in handy for me.

The case you're looking for does not exist. I assume you have an Android phone - you can download Blueputdroid and (assuming your phone is rooted - if it isn't...well...it should be) use your phone as a trackpad. It's a pretty great program, it can also be used as a game controller.

I take it back - here's one on eBay - http://www.ebay.com/itm/Motorola-Xoom-Bluetooth-Leather-Case-Keyboard-Touchpad-Mouse-/180799923988?pt=US_Tablet_Accessories&hash=item2a1883e714

Very interesting. If you get one let us know how it is.
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The transformer one wouldn't fit? I'm pretty sure it won't but... never know

No, it won't. It's made specifically for the TF, it uses the proprietary connector, has clips designed for the case, etc.

OK sorry to waste your time

Exactly what I was looking for thank you very much. I think I'm gonna pick one of these up since they don't seem too expensive.
Edit: that seems to be the only one of its kind on eBay, darn.

My prototype fire case

I've always really liked the dodo case style, but I thought it would be neat to use an old book instead of the moleskin layer. This is my third prototype, and I think I've pretty much got everything figured out. I want to ad some spine reinforcement but I think everything else is on the mark. After a I get a final prototype, I'm gonna sale a few on etsy and then probably put together an instructable. In the mean time. Please give me any comments or feedback that might improve the over all concept.

Looks good dude!

Very nice.

Very nice work

You mean...you're ripping off the DodoCase?

What kind of retention apparatus are you using to keep the kindle in the case?

I love the case!
It's kind of inspiring me to make my own... I love my malware case but I admit, it's pretty boring.

pretty cool. I expected it to be recessed within the pages like the dodo, but this is cool too. Wouldn't mind an instructable on it.

The case is held in place by a few straps. The top 2 straps are elastic and the bottom 2 straps are velvet ribbons. These are attached to a card that is under the paper lining. I've been through several iterations before coming to this system. You really don't want more than 2 elastic straps. The kindle moves around too much if they are all elastic.
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davinci27 said:
The case is held in place by a few straps. The top 2 straps are elastic and the bottom 2 straps are velvet ribbons. These are attached to a card that is under the paper lining. I've been through several iterations before coming to this system. You really don't want more than 2 elastic straps. The kindle moves around too much if they are all elastic.
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Cool! I went through a bunch of iterations on mine as well. Although mine was for my Nook Color before I gave it to my girlfriend. I used all elastic and it does move around a bit. I'm getting ready to start on a case for my Fire. You can see the one I made for my nook at http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=11622332&postcount=25
Thanks again for the ideas.

Really a nice case. Would love to see some instructions for it.

afroken3130 said:
I'm getting ready to start on a case for my Fire. You can see the one I made for my nook at http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=11622332&postcount=25
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I've been using paper for the lining. I see you are using fabric. I've been thinking about trying that instead. Do you have any unraveling of the fabric edges?

Attaching the ribbon to a card under the lining is a great idea. I'm looking to do something similar with an out-dated calendar I bought off amazon recently. It's a Moleskine-like calendar journal that was ~$1 because it is for 2011. Perfect for me. I think I may glue the pages together and cutout a section for the fire instead of the elastic or ribbons. When that goes wrong )), I'll probably use your method. Thanks for sharing pics.

browncarpet said:
I think I may glue the pages together and cutout a section for the fire instead of the elastic or ribbons. When that goes wrong )), I'll probably use your method. Thanks for sharing pics.
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I've had about 10 people ask me about doing it that way, so it's on my list of possible modifications. I plan to try that in the next day or 2. If it works out I'll post pictures of how I chose to do it. If it goes poorly we can just pretend I never said anything.

I'd buy one! It would be cool if you do decide to sell them, to have them personalized of a person's favorite book.

Looks pretty good , Nice work

looks cool, im looking for a case so I can carry it around.
I have the bible on it and its what I use when I go to church.
so a case is a must

Looking for case with paper notepad for Fire

Booq makes exactly what I want, but for the iPad:
http://www.booqbags.com/laptop-back...agenda/booqpad-black-gray-ipad-agenda-black_2
I love the Fire's size, as it makes it easy to take to meetings and use discreetly for document access and viewing my calendar, etc. I find it a little clunk to carry it along with my paper notepad.
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adt6247 said:
Booq makes exactly what I want, but for the iPad:
http://www.booqbags.com/laptop-back...agenda/booqpad-black-gray-ipad-agenda-black_2
I love the Fire's size, as it makes it easy to take to meetings and use discreetly for document access and viewing my calendar, etc. I find it a little clunk to carry it along with my paper notepad.
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I haven't seen a case like that for the Fire, have you thought about getting a note taking app and using it rather than an actual note pad?

I can't completely eliminate paper from my workflow for multiple reasons, as much as I'd like to. I can't really sketch diagrams in a meaningful way, even with a stylus, I can't hand someone a note that I wrote on my kindle, and I can't type shorthand as quickly as I can write.
I may have to get something custom made.
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I haven't tried these...
I have never tried these, but doing a Google search, this is what I found:
w w w . zsxiaozhi . com/Kindle-Fire-Refillable-Planner-Paper-Not-Included_p_245 .h t m l
This one is for the BB Playbook, but one of the reviewers indicates that his Kindle Fire fits okay, and notice that it is on sale, $50 off the original price:
w w w . brookstone.com/leather-case-for-blackberry-playbook
I'll see if I can find any others...
I'm too new to the forum to post links. You'll have cut and paste the web addresses. Sorry.