Review: Body Armor for the Kindle Fire HDX 8.9 but cumbersome to install and use.
Rating: 4 out of 5
Date: 02 24, 2014
We were searching for the best protective case for our KF HDX 8.9 for traveling, and this Otterbox Defender Series was what we wanted.  The owner's manual wasn't very clear but the Otterbox website instructional video showed exactly how to disassemble and install.  The tricky part was to separate the two halves of the hard case after removal of the silicone back cover.  It was simple once I flipped over the case and used the openings in the back for leverage to push open the securing tabs.  We really like the built-in clear screen protector.  There are openings, slots and cutouts for all the buttons, micro-USB port, headphone jack, camera lenses, flash, microphone, and speakers.It was bothersome to remove the top shield/stand every time just to view the screen rather than just flipping open a cover.  The built-in hinge stand in the shield only provides two viewing angles each for portrait and landscape modes.  Regular folder type cases are much more convenient to use and offers auto on/off which Otterbox Defender doesn't have.This is one heavy duty, maximum protection, bulky, and heavy (approx. 1 lb. 1oz./470g) case for the KF HDX 8.9.  Would work great (without the top shield) in a business/retail/wholesale/service setting, e.g., customers ordering from a digital restaurant menu,  parts catalog,  demo videos/pictures/data to show clients,  invoices, etc.  For daily, routine, personal use, this case is just too cumbersome and overkill.