I received my Tuff-Luv "Embrace" Leather case for my Kobo Glo yesterday, and thought I could share a few pics and impressions.
The Pros
First thing to mention is that Tuff-Luv does not sell a Kobo Glo-specific case. They sell you a "Kobo Touch/Kindle 4" case. It shows a bit (see pics below) as there is space left at bottom and top of the Glo when in the case. Nothing major really, and frankly it does not really matter as the straps maintain a very tight grip on the Glo. It is not loose at all and there is no danger of the Glo slipping out of the case (although I don't know yet if straps will become loose over time - will see how it ages).
Overall, it is a very well-done case. Well stitched, with quality materials, professional look and feel. Leather is soft but thick. Suede used inside case is nice to the touch, and help maintain a secure grip. The strap to slip your hand and hold it easily and securely while having a cup of coffee in your other hand is a great idea.
The case adds of course some weight to the Glo, but it's not bothersome at all.
The Cons
There is only one drawback of this case and although it isn't a deal breaker for me, some people might be less tolerant about this. Look carefully at the picture where you see the case and the Glo by the edge, and you will instantly see the issue...Yes, you're right: the top right corner strap sits squarely over the sleep/power button of the Glo. Not good.
Now, it doesn't prevent you from using the button, as you can push away the strap and access it. But as mentioned, the straps are tight and stiff to hold the Glo securely in place, so you do have to finagle your finger a bit to switch the button.
So I tried a couple of options: first obvious one is to remove the top right strap and let it sit under the Glo, out of the way. It works without being too detrimental to holding the Glo in place but it looks weird.
Another option is actually to flick the button by going on the left side of the strap, rather than naturally trying to grab the button on the right side of the strap (fropm the corner of the Glo). This is my preferred option since the Glo button actually slides from left to right so pushing your finger just underneath the strap from the left to right works reasonably well all the time.
Finally, a third option I have imagined but not tried is to stick small pieces of velcro on the back of the Glo and in the case so that the Glo would hold without any of the 4 straps. Could work I guess, but the big drawback is that the Glo will not sit flat against the case.
Conclusion
I would have given 5 stars, but this strap issue downgrades it to 4 stars. Tuff-Luv will need to address this issue otherwise I think they may get complaints and returns from some people.
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The Pros
First thing to mention is that Tuff-Luv does not sell a Kobo Glo-specific case. They sell you a "Kobo Touch/Kindle 4" case. It shows a bit (see pics below) as there is space left at bottom and top of the Glo when in the case. Nothing major really, and frankly it does not really matter as the straps maintain a very tight grip on the Glo. It is not loose at all and there is no danger of the Glo slipping out of the case (although I don't know yet if straps will become loose over time - will see how it ages).
Overall, it is a very well-done case. Well stitched, with quality materials, professional look and feel. Leather is soft but thick. Suede used inside case is nice to the touch, and help maintain a secure grip. The strap to slip your hand and hold it easily and securely while having a cup of coffee in your other hand is a great idea.
The case adds of course some weight to the Glo, but it's not bothersome at all.
The Cons
There is only one drawback of this case and although it isn't a deal breaker for me, some people might be less tolerant about this. Look carefully at the picture where you see the case and the Glo by the edge, and you will instantly see the issue...Yes, you're right: the top right corner strap sits squarely over the sleep/power button of the Glo. Not good.
Now, it doesn't prevent you from using the button, as you can push away the strap and access it. But as mentioned, the straps are tight and stiff to hold the Glo securely in place, so you do have to finagle your finger a bit to switch the button.
So I tried a couple of options: first obvious one is to remove the top right strap and let it sit under the Glo, out of the way. It works without being too detrimental to holding the Glo in place but it looks weird.
Another option is actually to flick the button by going on the left side of the strap, rather than naturally trying to grab the button on the right side of the strap (fropm the corner of the Glo). This is my preferred option since the Glo button actually slides from left to right so pushing your finger just underneath the strap from the left to right works reasonably well all the time.
Finally, a third option I have imagined but not tried is to stick small pieces of velcro on the back of the Glo and in the case so that the Glo would hold without any of the 4 straps. Could work I guess, but the big drawback is that the Glo will not sit flat against the case.
Conclusion
I would have given 5 stars, but this strap issue downgrades it to 4 stars. Tuff-Luv will need to address this issue otherwise I think they may get complaints and returns from some people.
