I’m one of those firm believers that e-books will never completely replace paper. There’s something comfortable about turning pages, something proud about showing off a collection on a shelf, and something exciting about getting a book signed by the author.
I also like the portability of a book, and being able to read in all the places where we read for comfort. I’m guilty of occasionally (carefully!) reading in the bathtub, or taking a book to the beach.
I know I’m not the first to come up with this, but I thought I’d share for those of you who have also been denying yourselves these pleasures. The other day I decided I really wanted to soak in the tub and read, and this was my solution: an inexpensive, readily available waterproof case for an e-reader that leaves the interface fully functional.
(Kindle version on the left, smaller version on the right for reading on the iPhone Kindle app!)
(Phone not pictured because it was used to take the photo.)
As long as you make very sure beforehand that the container is leakproof and fully sealed, it works like a charm!
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The only problem I see with using the iKindle app on the iPhone or iPod Touch inside the iBag (get it, iBag, cough) is you won’t be able to turn the pages. One up for the Kindle. I’m going to give this a try with my Sony Reader as well. Thanks for the great suggestion!
Actually, the plastic bag is thin enough that my iPhone responds to touch through it without a problem. I suppose it’s really no thicker than those plastic screen protectors they sell!
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