Smart Keyboard Folio: iPad Keyboard case for iPad Pro 11-inch (1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th Generation) and iPad Air (4th, 5th Generation), Two Viewing Angles, Front Back Protection, Spanish (Latin Am)

Super light, and the typing experience is very nice. I had heard mixed reviews about the typing and keys and was skeptical, but I like how light the keys are and I like the sound. They are also sealed off, so no worries with spilling anything into the keys. Great being able to fold the keyboard back and use as a normal iPad. No trackpad is completely fine. It's not a laptop, I like using the screen as a big phone anyway. No backlit keys doesn't bother me, since I don't look at the keyboard while I type. I would definitely reccomend this to someone over the magic keyboard. It fits my needs much better and is half the price.

I balked at paying the high price, but I couldn’t find a cheap iPad Pro 11 2020 cover that was available in less than 3 weeks due to the coronavirus shipping slowdown on Amazon. After dropping my 10.5 and cracking the screen (open case, no screen protector), I didn’t want to take any chances with this new expensive tablet. I’m so happy I ordered this case (along with a glass screen protector!) and I got it in 2 days. The keyboard works great, no need to connect and reconnect. And you can fold it back for use without the keyboard, especially when in portrait mode. The build is solid. Magnets secure it to the ipad’s front and back, and it feels as sturdy as a small laptop. The keyboard is smaller than my Magic Keyboard but it takes no time at all to get used to this one. Keys aren’t as responsive but you get used to that too if you’re a good old school “typist” like me. I don’t know how Apple made this thing so thin but sturdy. Also love that the outside of the case is not slick or slippery. Feels velvety (not tacky) and secure in the hands or on a surface when folded closed. The only con you might see is the aluminum edges on 3 sides are not covered. But that leaves one long edge open for charging my pencil. I still feel the cost is high and I probably wouldn’t have considered this purchase if there were cheaper cases available in 2 days. But I’m actually glad I had to. And it will be great for travel. In the meantime I may never buy a cheaper everyday case for normal use. I like this one too much!

I enjoy traveling and I usually bring my MacBook Air with me. I bought iPad Gen 5 to replace my MacBook Air for better portability. This keyboard is very slim for minimal bulk. Plus the keyboard folio is lightweight making travel much more efficient and convenient. It is missing many features when compared to the other keyboards available for iPad but the portability of this keyboard is great for traveling. There is no pointer-mechanism, no function keys, and no shortcut keys. It is a bare minimalist keyboard.

To set the stage, I tried two Bluetooth keyboards (Zagg & Chesona-sp?) prior to buying this Apple keyboard. After dozens of hours on line with Zagg and Apple tech support and multiple returns and exchanges, I gave up on the Bluetooth keyboards (same issue with the Chesona); I was constantly having to try and pair. I even went so far as to have Apple download my iPad system info and send it to "Engineering." At the end of the day, I just couldn't stand messing with the Bluetooth keyboards. I see reviews from plenty who don't have that problem, but for those who do, this review is for you. The Apple keyboard pros/cons- Pros: Well built Thin Reliable Does not require charging (it runs off the iPads juice) The keyboard is sealed, you can't spill fluid into the keys Locks into position with a magnet-nice Cons: Expensive-ish The iPad easily detaches from the cover backing. Prepare to always be on guard for accidentally detaching the iPad. If you pick up the folio part without having a grip on the iPad too, the iPad is going to come loose It only locks in two pre-determined viewing positions (you can fold the keypad in half for table use) Protective? A little bit, but it doesn't appear to be built to give a lot of impact protection. Bottom line: The Zagg is a superior design by far. Unfortunately, for me the Zagg was not reliable, which makes the Apple Keyboard Folio my choice. If not for the Bluetooth issues, I would go with the Zagg in a second.

I bought this unit as a gift for family, but I have one of the 2018 models which is almost identical excluding the larger camera cutout. It significantly enhances the experience of using an iPad. I've have iPads for years before this, and I used the iPad Pro with the Pencil for several months before receiving the keyboard, and it was honestly not useful beyond streaming videos and FaceTiming before I got the keyboard. The addition of this keyboard made chats, emails, notes, reminders, etc actually pleasant to use on the iPad. For one, the hardware keyboard is far faster and lower effort to type passwords. chats, and search terms on, and it also has the advantage of not needing to load up a software keyboard that fills half the screen in landscape. It's also acts as a useful stand when laying it on a table, and a counterweight when laying down on a couch or on the bed. It also does not prevent portrait mode usage, as it will fold away behind the screen and the keys will not register any presses when that occurs. That being said, it is still very expensive. I bought this on sale, so the value is there for me. At full price, it's hard to swallow, but it really is so key for the experience. I considered the Magic Keyboard Folio too, but that doesn't fold backwards and it's significantly more expensive (and has fewer sales). This keyboard does have the relative disadvantage of having only two angles, but it's been sufficient during daily usage. Also, I'd like to note that the key action is quite soft versus full size/laptop keyboards, but it's not a deal breaker for me, and it still significantly adds to the experience. It's far more convenient than needing to pull out a separate bluetooth keyboard. Having this always available and attached to the iPad is a key part of the value proposition versus other keyboards, and it's easy to detach if needed.

So grateful to have found this OEM IPad case. It is the perfect replacement for the original that was falling apart after many years of service. The only differences are the size and shape of the camera opening and the Apple logo. Pricey, but everything by Apple is.

Works as a stand to keep the iPad steady on my lap or a counter, allowing me to type short passages with ease. So much easier than typing on the glass screen for anything lengthy. The only con is that if you’re not careful, it will come loose when folding or opening if you hold it at an odd angle, allowing the iPad to fall out. Just don’t open it over anything hard (like the ground—where I broke my first iPad—which led me to this case). Whether it actually protects the iPad if dropped remains to be seen. But it is better than nothing.

I really don't see this as good value for money, but when you look at the third party options, they requiring charging, and are bulky, I just wanted something simple and lightweight. I waited on this forever because it was too expensive for what it was, but I finally got a sale, and pulled the trigger. I've been super happy with it. It isn't the nicest keyboard, feels a little muddy, but it does work and isn't terrible. It provides good protection on both sides of the tablet. The magnets hold it well, but aren't so much that is a pain to remove. It is a little heavy, so if I'm just reading or messing about, I'll take it off the iPad, but when I'm done it reattaches super easy. No noticeable impact on battery either. I really think it is the best option, hopefully Apple doesn't change the size of their new tablets.

J'ai acheté ce Smart Keyboard pour mon iPad et je ne pourrais plus m'en passer. C'est l'accessoire qui transforme véritablement la tablette en un outil de travail ultra-performant, tout en gardant une légèreté incroyable. Pourquoi il est au-dessus du lot : Intégration magique : Pas de Bluetooth, pas de batterie à charger, pas de configuration fastidieuse. On le pose grâce au Smart Connector et ça fonctionne instantanément. C’est la simplicité même. Confort de frappe surprenant : Bien que les touches soient plates, le rebond est excellent et la frappe est très silencieuse. Je peux taper de longs textes pendant des heures sans aucune fatigue. Design ultra-fin : Contrairement au Magic Keyboard qui est plus lourd, celui-ci reste d'une finesse absolue. Il sert de protection fine pour l'écran une fois fermé, sans transformer l'iPad en brique. Robustesse et entretien : Le revêtement texturé est très résistant. Un coup de chiffon suffit à le nettoyer, et il ne craint pas les petites éclaboussures ou les miettes, car les touches sont scellées. Bilan : C’est le choix idéal pour ceux qui voyagent ou bougent beaucoup et qui ont besoin d'un clavier réactif, léger et toujours prêt à l'emploi. La qualité de fabrication Apple justifie l'investissement. Un produit parfaitement pensé pour la mobilité !

Ich nutze das Smart Keyboard Folio mit dem iPad Air 2020 im Studium (u. a. mit GoodNotes) - und es lohnt sich, die „teure“ Marke zu kaufen! Das Keyboard ist einwandfrei verarbeitet; es schützt das iPad, welches trotzdem „schlank“ und leicht bleibt. Sehr vorteilhaft sind die Kurzbefehle, mit denen man das iPad über das Keyboard bedienen kann. Das iPad kann in zwei Positionen in dem Keyboard eingerastet werden. Ich schone das Keyboard nicht, es hat bisher trotzdem keine Kratzer o. Ä. Anfangs etwas gewöhnungsbedürftig, auf der kleinen Tastatur zu schreiben - nach kurzer Zeit aber auch mit 10 Fingern sehr gut machbar. Unbedingte Empfehlung!

I highly recommend it and the keyboard has Arabic & English layout 👍🏻

Good product.

Prodotto originale arrivato in condizione chiusa e sigillata. Funziona perfettamente con il mio IPad Pro 11’ di prima generazione ed è compatibile con altri modelli successivi. Perfetto!