I was browsing the Ballistic website and checking out a tablet case they made for the Blackberry Playbook. The link can be seen here: http://www.goballisticcase.com/products/blackberry-playbook-ballistic-tj-series-case
I was trying to see whether or not the Kindle Fire could also fit this case.
Kindle Fire's dimensions: 7.5×4.7×0.45 inch
Blackberry Playbook dimensions: 7.6 x 5.1 x 0.4 inches
I see small differences in dimensions. But....has anyone gave it a try?
With the kindle being smaller in width and height, I would say it would be.small enough, but probably to small to stay in the case securely....
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Ballistic has a Kindle Fire case in the works. Here's the link to it: http://www.goballisticcase.com/products/amazon-kindle-fire-ballistic-tough-jacket-series-case
Looks like Otterbox is gonna lose out big time since, according to them, they don't plan to make anything for the Kindle Fire.
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@MiPaKr @Otterbox kindle fire case coming soon?
@OtterBox @MiPaKr Unfortunately no plans for the Kindle Fire
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This is terrible news.
I predict that the future popularity of the Fire will have them making one. I have a Gumydrop case for my Transformer and they say coming soon for the FIre. http://www.gumdropcases.com/kindle-fire.html
god i hope they change their minds
There is an Otterbox for the Playbook that may fit. We got one cheap off of Amazon for like $24.95 a month or so ago in hopes of using it with the Fire, but haven't tested it yet. The Playbook 3rd party rubber sleeves are too big, but the Playbook leather folio cases (3rd party) look/work great on the Fire. I got one for $4... regular price was $29.95.
Bohemian said:
<snip> I have a Gumydrop case for my Transformer and they say coming soon for the FIre. http://www.gumdropcases.com/kindle-fire.html
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Oh I like that! Thanks for the heads up.
if otterbox doesnt make one for it ill be getting the gumdrop one then!
Bohemian said:
I predict that the future popularity of the Fire will have them making one. I have a Gumydrop case for my Transformer and they say coming soon for the FIre. http://www.gumdropcases.com/kindle-fire.html
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About this sentence in the specs:
> Complete security for the Kindle Fire, including screen and port covers
Does this mean I wouldn't need an extra screen protector because the Gumydrop case has this already built-in?
Why buy a $40-50 case for a $200 item? "If you're looking for the most rugged, durable yet ultimately affordable Kindle Fire protection" Gumdrop, you think $50 case is cheap? really?!?!?
My rule is spend 10% of the device cost for case. I got a $24 trident kraken II case for my $250 phone, its an awesome case as good as otterbox.
For the fire the case has to be $19.99 or less for me to bite. Somebody has to make a quality one that is affordable too.
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emelie said:
About this sentence in the specs:
> Complete security for the Kindle Fire, including screen and port covers
Does this mean I wouldn't need an extra screen protector because the Gumydrop case has this already built-in?
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The Fire screen is gorilla glass, you don't need an anti-scratch screen protector.
emelie said:
About this sentence in the specs:
> Complete security for the Kindle Fire, including screen and port covers
Does this mean I wouldn't need an extra screen protector because the Gumydrop case has this already built-in?
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I have one for my ASUS Transformer. It does have a plastic screen built into the case so you wouldn't have to have a screen protector on the device itself.
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Android16 said:
Why buy a $40-50 case for a $200 item?
The Fire screen is gorilla glass, you don't need an anti-scratch screen protector.
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Because I want to, that is enough justification. To each his own.
terracode said:
There is an Otterbox for the Playbook that may fit. We got one cheap off of Amazon for like $24.95 a month or so ago in hopes of using it with the Fire, but haven't tested it yet. The Playbook 3rd party rubber sleeves are too big, but the Playbook leather folio cases (3rd party) look/work great on the Fire. I got one for $4... regular price was $29.95.
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Did you ever get around to testing the playbook case with the Fire? If so, how'd that go?
Michael Milken said:
Did you ever get around to testing the playbook case with the Fire? If so, how'd that go?
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The Kindle Fire is a little smaller in dimensions and thickness to the Playbook. The Kindle Fire in the Playbook Otterbox is too loose and rattles around. You may be able to add some padding to retrofit to make it work. The price for a Playbook Otterbox is really cheap, so it may be worth a try.
This is really disappointing... I was hoping for an otterbox for this so I wouldn't have to worry about my son dropping it around the house. Does anyone have one of those gumdrop cases yet? And if so how sturdy is it.... If nothing else it looks pretty rad.
Has there been any update on this since the popularity of the Fire? Their initial no was just over a month ago; maybe there's been a change of mind?
wouldnt mine buying one for my fire.
really???? Otterbox what the he!! is going on? frist they skipped on my intercept; then they skipped my triumph; now they skip my cm7 clad fire. wth has their r and d department all been poop caned.
An Otterbox on my Kindle Fire would look great paired to the Otterbox on my Bionic!!!
darkstarsinner said:
An Otterbox on my Kindle Fire would look great paired to the Otterbox on my Bionic!!!
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You took the words right out of my mouth!
Otterbox told me that they've added me to a notification list.
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hijax2001 said:
Otterbox told me that they've added me to a notification list.
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PS - They said, as of a week ago, that it's in serious consideration. I'm sure it is after millions of Fire's have been sold...
Ballistic has a case fire Kindle Fire coming sometime soon. Ballistic makes better cases than Otterbox, in my opinion. Here's the link: http://www.goballisticcase.com/products/amazon-kindle-fire-ballistic-tough-jacket-series-case
Otterbox Alternative for Kindle Fire
Looking forward to the Ballistic case mentioned above. Both my wife and I have Ballistic cases for our Evo 4G's and love them. Can't wait.
UPDATE: Go Ballistic has increased the projected price to $69.99 from $34.99. A big jump. I don't think I can justify a $70 case for a $199 device.
I have this for my Kindle keyboard and found it fits my new Kindle fire nicely. If you have one laying around or if you can find a good deal for one, this may work very well.
Search M-Edge GO! Kindle Jacket on Amazon.
http://www.amazon.com/M-Edge-Kindle...M7HI/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1322074316&sr=8-1
Eric
Case isn't a perfect fit
I tried out that case at Best Buy and the fit was really close. One of the cases didn't fit at all and another only kinda fit.
The problem is the edges of the case don't cover the Fire like they do for the Kindle Keyboard so the Fire is just kind of wedged into the bottom holders and feels like it could pop out at any minute. Not exactly a feature you want in a case.
I do like the case but if you're going to get it you might want to take your Fire to Best Buy and see if it fits before buying it.
I got the m-edge for the fire and it works great.
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I had this for my Kindle 3 as well and fits the Fire perfectly
I also use the M-Edge Trip Jacket Folio Cover Case for the Kindle Touch on my KF. I like it. It was very, very, cheap at the local office supply store (less than half the price on Amazon, before shipping). It's sturdy, simple, and has been through a lot and is still holding well.
Also, yes, it looks like it may not hold well because of the bottom corner pieces, but I've had it for about 5 months now and it hasn't come out unless I have purposely taken it out. I do recommend bringing your KF with you to the store though so you can make sure it is what you want. It's great for people like me on a tight budget.
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Most cases for the Kindle Fire are expensive. This is cheap and well built
I bought this case at Office Max for 20.00 today. It's for the Blackberry Playbook but fits great with the kindle. The inside provides 3 grooves for a built in stand. The bottom lip covers the whole bottom kindle edge and the top two corners are also well built, no elastic bands here. Staples also sells this.
It's called Targus Truss™ Case/Stand for BlackBerry® PlayBook
Please don't take this as spamming, I am just letting people know not to pay more if you don't have to.
I like the orange interior on Targus' website.
Just recently purchased a Kindle Fire and was wondering what everyone's opinions were as to what the best case(s) are. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!
If you're on a budget like me, I would recommend the M-Edge Trip Jacket Foldable Folio Cover Case. I got it for super cheap at an office supply store and it not TECHNICALLY made for the KF (it's for the Kindle Touch, *I think* but it fits a Fire just fine and is nothing fancy but I've put it through hell and it's still holding up. On Amazon it's not cheap and there are better options for the price, but if you go to office depot or staples or somewhere similar, I got mine for about $12, not on sale. Bring your KF with you so you can check and make sure it fits. It looks like this: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B007L0VMTU/ref=cm_sw_r_an_am_ap_am_us?ie=UTF8
If you prefer to order one and want to spend the extra cash, check out: Kindle Fire Lightweight MicroShell Folio Cover by Marware, Black
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B005V2EVBQ/ref=cm_sw_r_an_am_ap_am_us?ie=UTF8.
It's the one I almost got but I didn't have the money at the time and just needed something simple and cheap.
I hope this helps.
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Thanks for help. I will look into both.
Any other suggestions are welcomed.
nogloww said:
If you prefer to order one and want to spend the extra cash, check out: Kindle Fire Lightweight MicroShell Folio Cover by Marware, Black
It's the one I almost got but I didn't have the money at the time and just needed something simple and cheap.
I hope this helps.
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I'm very happy with this case. Almost no added bulk, and feels very sturdy. I got it new for $16 shipped. Shop around amazon.
Awesome cases, but a bit expensive
Check out http://www.oberondesign.com/Kindle_Fire.php
The quality of these is very impressive.
My wife got one of these for me and I am very happy with it!
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Check out http://www.oberondesign.com/Kindle_Fire.php
The quality of these is very impressive.
My wife got one of these for me and I am very happy with it!
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Those look great but the price is kinda steep for a $200 device.
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I currently use this:
Belkin - Verve Folio Case for Amazon Kindle Fire - Black/Red from Best Buy
Works well, bit $$ maybe. I think it has personality though
I've been interested in adding a keyboard, since ICS dev contributions (most notably from Hashcode ... and the band of merry ICS ROM coders) appear to make a USB keyboard viable by On-The-Go (OTG) cable
... and the option I've seen is attached to a cover of it's own:
HDE 7" Tablet Stand with USB Keyboard - Black Faux Leather Carrying Case by PingTab
(from Amazon)
I'm working up to buying this, and then frankensteining the keyboard from it's cozy nest and using it with the belkin case I already have.
yeah, a bit 'O the undead business goin' on down here ...
4iiiidnerd said:
I currently use this:
Belkin - Verve Folio Case for Amazon Kindle Fire - Black/Red from Best Buy
Works well, bit $$ maybe. I think it has personality though
I've been interested in adding a keyboard, since ICS dev contributions (most notably from Hashcode ... and the band of merry ICS ROM coders) appear to make a USB keyboard viable by On-The-Go (OTG) cable
... and the option I've seen is attached to a cover of it's own:
HDE 7" Tablet Stand with USB Keyboard - Black Faux Leather Carrying Case by PingTab
(from Amazon)
I'm working up to buying this, and then frankensteining the keyboard from it's cozy nest and using it with the belkin case I already have.
yeah, a bit 'O the undead business goin' on down here ...
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Someone on another thread said a usb 2.0 keyboard won't work.
CobbFC09 said:
Just recently purchased a Kindle Fire and was wondering what everyone's opinions were as to what the best case(s) are. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!
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I have a leather M-EDGE case for my Kindle. It's actually for the e-ink Kindle but the Kindle Fire just manages to fit in it.
I picked up this one when it was on sale for $20
www dot amazon dot com/gp/product/B005KDYA44
(too new to post external links...)
It suits my needs, and I like that it snaps into the tabs instead of the slide-in type cases.
I also just got my kindle fire and after deciding against a no name folio case (my wife has one and it bulky and not very usable). I decided on
http://www.amazon.com/Kindle-Lightw...G3TC/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1335840808&sr=8-1
I really like it so far. Very like and keeps the fire at a nice profile so it's easy to hold and not too bulky. I bought it used so it cost me a lot less. And it's Amazon endorsed for the Fire.
Rocket fish case for kindle fire is deff what I'm using and I love it. Its about 30 dollars at best buy its closeable and it snaps into a stand as well if your willing to pay the cash its worth it.
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I also just got my kindle fire and after deciding against a no name folio case (my wife has one and it bulky and not very usable). I decided on
http://www.amazon.com/Kindle-Lightw...G3TC/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1335840808&sr=8-1
I really like it so far. Very like and keeps the fire at a nice profile so it's easy to hold and not too bulky. I bought it used so it cost me a lot less. And it's Amazon endorsed for the Fire.
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Got my self one ordered 2 weeks ago and waiting mail to arrive to Europe. Nice to see positive comments, can't wait to get my hands on it.
I also have the Marware case, got the graphite color one form Amazon Warehouse deals for $16. What I really want is a Portenzo case, had one for the iPad 1, really great quality case and low profile, but quite expensive, $59.
This case is pricey for $45 but it feels great because it is made of genuine leather. It also has a built in stand.
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This case is pricey for $45 but it feels great because it is made of genuine leather. It also has a built in stand.
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What case are you referring to?
Heres the link hope it works http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B005KDYBIO/ref=mp_bxgy_p_dp_y
Sorry here is the link for desktop: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=470938631&pf_rd_i=507846
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I use a rooCase
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Heres the link hope it works
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Yeah, I really like that one aside from the price.
This case will be arriving on Tuesday. I'll post my thoughts Tuesday night or Wednesday.
So we bought our daughter a Kindle Fire for Christmas so that my wife and I could have our phones back.
Both of our phones are in otter boxes.
I'm terrified she will throw this 7" tablet on the floor at one point, and I don't want this investment shattered.
What are some of the best defensive cases out there?
I know otter box makes one for the Kindle Fire, but I refuse to spend $80 on a case for a tablet I only paid $100 for (got it used).
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So we bought our daughter a Kindle Fire for Christmas so that my wife and I could have our phones back.
Both of our phones are in otter boxes.
I'm terrified she will throw this 7" tablet on the floor at one point, and I don't want this investment shattered.
What are some of the best defensive cases out there?
I know otter box makes one for the Kindle Fire, but I refuse to spend $80 on a case for a tablet I only paid $100 for (got it used).
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http://www.amazon.com/Kindle-Genuin...=1356076732&sr=8-18&keywords=kindle+fire+case
i really like this case
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http://www.amazon.com/Kindle-Genuin...=1356076732&sr=8-18&keywords=kindle+fire+case
i really like this case
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That case is very good looking, but doesn't look very protective...
S2005x said:
That case is very good looking, but doesn't look very protective...
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I have a sedio active case. It's very protective, as long as you have the active stand case. It should survive a toss to the ground.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00720GW1W
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Fisher price makes a case for tots
Is there a gumdrop case for the Fire? They're rather durable and protective.
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