Whether your Fire 8 lives in your handbag for quick entertainment on the slow commute, or on the kitchen counter for general family use, or in the slippery, icing-glazed clutches of your five-year-old (with the device’s Fire for Kids parental control app active, of course), choosing the right case really depends on how you use your device. We’ve rounded up the best Fire 8 HD cases that should address every need.
Cathy K Designs Fire HD 8 Case
If you’re less bothered with militant security for your device and just want a cover that’s functional and charming, CathyKDesigns, on Etsy, offers a versatile range of handmade cases you may like. This fabric-bound hardcover case secures your device with elastic straps and is compatible with both the 2015 and 2016 versions of the Fire HD 8.
The cover also includes storage flaps for notes and folds over so you can hold the device with one hand. The products are made to order and ship from Arizona, so an additional £10.59 shipping charge applies in the UK.
Available on Etsy for £28.51/US$35.
The curved sides make it easy to hold as well. It fits the 2017 and 2018 models.
If you’re after affordable, decorative cases Fintie is a great option. The brand offers a range of colours and designs, and best of all its cases fit both the 2017 and the 2016 versions of the Fire 8.
Some of the stand out features of the Fintie case is that it auto-wakes your Fire 8 device on opening, and puts it to sleep on closing. You can fold the front flap into two viewing angles as well: an upright position for browsing (and binge-watching), and a low angle tilt for typing.
Here’s another option from Fintie if you’re after a rugged option with drop protection. It comes with a built-in screen protector for added security. Covers over ports and buttons also prevent dust and dirt from getting caked in.
A cool feature is the 360-degree rotating stand on the back of the case, called the “Tuatara Ring”, that doubles up as a handle.
Jetech produce affordable cases for all sorts of devices, including the Fire HD 8. Its smart cover has all the elements you’d expect from a folio case: auto-sleep and wake, easy access to ports, buttons and cameras, and a cover that folds into a stand.
It also promises 360-degrees drop protection and is compatible with 2016 to 2018 models.
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