Review: Love, love, love this case. Wish I had something as gorgeous for my iPad.
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 01 16, 2013
This leather case is perfect for Kindle Fire HD 8.9". It shows off the slim beauty of the Kindle without adding any bulk. There is a slim band that barely covers the bezel but is very snug. The leather almost feels fake as it seems to be textured and coated but that reduces the scratches and improves grip, and if anything makes the case super slim. It is a magnetic cover that stays closed and also sleeps/wakes the Kindle when opened which is great.As far as standing is concerned I find that with this slim design and rubberized margins I can stand the case easily in the kitchen, the bathroom or even on my bed when watching a movie. Far easier than the iPad Smartcover that made the iPad topple over all the time. The backing on the inside is some kind of grayish fabric that has a very nice tactile feel to it. I prefer it to suede that can sometimes leave residue or marks on the touchscreen. However, I will have to see if the fabric gets dirty over time, it seems it may handle dirt better than suede.Overall, of the 10s of cases I have bought for different Kindles and other tablets(Kindle, Kindle KB, Kindle Fire, iPad 2, iPad 3 etc.) this feels like an all rounder - looks, functionality, ruggedness, protection and is a good value at the current price of under $50. I have come round to the philosophy that buying one good case that fits the device and lasts for some time is better than buying multiple cheaper cases that don't do the job.