M-Edge e-Luminator2 Booklight for 2nd Generation Amazon Kindle

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M-Edge e-Luminator2 Booklight for 2nd Generation Amazon Kindle

M-Edge e-Luminator2 Booklight for Amazon Kindle2 The M-Edge e-Luminator2 booklight (patent pending) is the ultimate accessory for the Amazon Kindle. Based on the input of loyal M-Edge customers, this custom designed booklight has been developed to work seamlessly with the M-Edge Prodigy, Platform and Latitude Jackets. The powerful light features a super-bright LED light bulb which provides ample illumination for the Reader’s screen while a mirrored reflector and optical quality lens disperses the light uniformly.

M-Edge e-Luminator2 Booklight for Amazon Kindle2 The light is powered by a standard AAA battery (not included) with endurance enough for more than 20 hours of operation without dimming.The light is operated by a three position switch with two light intensity settings.A flexible and resilient steel neck allows the user to position the light in the desired direction.Perhaps the most impressive feature of this light is that it is designed to be stored via a slim support arm sized to match a pocket sewn into the back of many of M-Edge Jackets for the Amazon Kindle2. The light pocket is conveniently located behind the Reader and does not interfere with the use of the Reader. When in the storage position, the light is located conveniently in the spine of the jacket so you can easily bring your light while on the go (for our Platform and Prodigy jackets). For our Latitude Jacket, there is a storage pocket to easily place your e-Luminator when not in use.

M-Edge e-Luminator2 Booklight for Amazon Kindle2 Reviews

It was Worth the Wait!

Unlike some of the other reviewers to date, I actually bought one of the things and I have actually used it. I am not going to carp on features that it doesn’t include. (e.g., “I’ll NEVER get one of these until I can use it as a flash drive!”, or , “BATTERIES?? Why doesn’t it have a solar cell or a little windmill attached to it???)

Here are my observations about the e-Luminator 2 Booklight:

1. As you would expect, it is perfectly designed for the M-Edge Kindle 2 cover. I had no trouble inserting the base into the pocket, and it feels quite secure.
2. The gooseneck seemed a bit loose at first; that is to say, it wanted to droop a bit under the weight of the LED head. I twisted it a tiny bit in the clockwise direction and it tightened up. Not unusual for this kind of flexible shaft device and nothing that I am concerned about.
3. The battery fits quite snugly in the battery compartment. I suspect I’ll have to give it a bit of a shake when it’s time to replace the battery. Again, just an observation.
4. The swivel mechanism that allows the light to be stored along the spine of the cover is ingenious. It will be interesting to see how it holds up with repeated operation.
5. There are two light level settings controlled by a three-postion sliding switch on the LED housing. (The device is “OFF” in the center position. Frankly, I do not see a significant difference in the amounts of illumination provided by the higher and lower settings. I suppose one could use a light-meter and measure the difference, but I don’t have that kind of time on my hands. My only other quibble here is the added complexity that a three-way switch brings to the device, but that’s just me–I prefer simpler over more complex.
6. And now, the most important observation: it illuminates the Kindle text evenly without undue glare, once I learned to position it properly through some trial-and-error. When it is aimed correctly, there is no direct light “leakage” from the business end of the device. I’ve had other booklights that have half-blinded me, until I built little shields around the LED assemblies. This one does not unduly illuminate the surroundings, so it can be used in bed or on a plane at night without disturbing someone else who’s trying to sleep.
7. It is unobtrusive visually. It does not interfere with operation of the Amazon Kindle2 navigation buttons or keyboard.
8. With the device tucked into the M-Edge cover’s spine for storage, it adds some support to the spine and gives it a smoother, more “finished” look.
9. This light adds a tiny bit of weight to the Kindle 2/cover combo. The weight seems to be evenly distributed; the Kindle is well balanced whether the light is in use or in its storage position.

In short, this is another fine M-Edge product that enhances the Kindle 2 experience for me. Kudos to the product design and realization teams for jobs well done!

No More Charger, Lighter Load, Stays Put!

M-Edge e-Luminator2 Booklight for 2nd Generation Amazon Kindle
Well, In my opinion, the Eluminator2 is a vast improvement despite having no charger. How exactly will a charger help you on your Asian travels? Do the planes have electrical outlets for your recharger? (I have not flown in a while.) Do you want to wait for a recharge instead of putting one tiny battery in? Won’t a recharger add more weight to your luggage than a AAA battery? Granted, for you die-hard recharge people the option to use rechargable batteries AND regular batteries might be important but from my experiences with rechargable video cameras, I find it expensive and time consuming to 1) stop for a recharge in the middle of a wedding (if I can find an outlet near the action) or 2) purchase an extra rechargeable battery, take the unit apart and insert it.
Onward to the other pluses…Portability! those bulky reading lights we have been using do not fit flat in any bag I have tried nor do they stay put on the edge of my Kindle platform cover. I am very excited to have a smaller unit that fits comfortably in the cover and is ready when I need it…no fumbling, no looking for a storage unit. I’m keeping my old clip-on light for a bedside night-light as I can clip it to my nightstand. BY THE WAY, if any of you are looking for a small bag that carries all your Kindle stuff and has a shoulder strap, check out those As-seen-on-TV ($10-20 in many stores) leather shoulder bags that supposedly carry vast volumes of stuff and two water bottles. My platform cover fits nicely in the main pouch and the headphones, car charger, home electrical charger, batteries, etc fit well, too, leaving room for more. For the side hinged Kindle cover I would check the fit before buying as the leather strap on the side of the cover may make it too wide to enter.

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