Amazon’s newest Kindle accent is not what I assumed it will be

There are a number of official equipment obtainable for Amazon’s lineup of Kindle e-readers, together with circumstances and charging docks, however its latest accent would possibly shock you.

Amazon not too long ago launched a brand new “Sling Bag for Kindle” accent that permits you to simply carry and shield your Kindle wherever you go, with no need a backpack or purse. The bag is formally made by Amazon, not a 3rd get together, and is obtainable in two colours: cinder (black) and dune (a creamy white).

The Sling Bag is constructed from recycled leather-based and, actually, seems fairly fashionable — although I am not a vogue knowledgeable by any means. The largest draw back, in my view, is the Kindle brand emblazoned on the entrance, which positively detracts from its total clear look.

The principle strap on the Sling Bag is adjustable, so you possibly can put on it comfortably. Contained in the bag, there are a number of compartments to retailer not solely your Kindle but additionally objects like your glasses, cellphone, and charger.

Amazon’s Sling Bag for Kindles is priced at $80 — practically the identical worth because the standard Kindle — however it’s on sale for $70 for those who’re occupied with selecting one up to your Kindle.

Materials

Recycled leather-based

Coloration(s)

Cinder, dune

Model

Amazon Kindle

It would not match each Kindle mannequin

This bag is designed for Kindle customers on the go

Credit score: Amazon

One necessary factor to learn about Amazon’s new Sling Bag for Kindles is that it would not match all Kindle fashions. Whereas it matches a normal Kindle, Kindle Paperwhite, and Kindle Colorsoft, the bigger Kindle Scribe will not match.

Moreover, a neat characteristic of the bag that Amazon surprisingly would not point out in its product description is a small leather-based strap you possibly can connect and detach from the aspect, with notches you should use to prop up your Kindle. So, whether or not you are on a flight, on a prepare, or at a espresso store, you possibly can see this prop up your Kindle with out having to carry it.

You may be shocked to find that this is not the primary time Amazon has launched a Kindle-related product out of left area. The Kindle Umbrella and Kindle Mug have each been obtainable formally from Amazon for some time now, and are embellished with the Kindle brand depicting an individual studying beneath a tree.

As somebody who sometimes carries every part in a backpack, I perceive why a small sling bag like this could possibly be helpful — particularly for individuals who journey with their Kindles on trip or out and about day by day and need one thing small and light-weight. That mentioned, Kindles are sufficiently small to slot in most pockets, so it is easy to see why some would possibly query the necessity for this accent. Nevertheless, as Android Police factors out, the Kindle subreddit is stuffed with folks customizing their Kindles with circumstances and stickers. So, for individuals who wish to “bling out” their Kindle and carry it in model, a bag like this could possibly be interesting.

Amazon’s Sling Bag for Kindles is now obtainable, priced at $70 in black or white. General, it is a fashionable accent, although a bit expensive for my style. The Kindle accent I am hoping Amazon releases subsequent is a page-turner system, just like the Kobo Remote. Whereas loads of third-party web page turners exist, it will be good if Amazon provided its personal.