The keyboard is better than I was expecting at this price. One key point for me is that other keyboards I've used have a squishy feeling to them when you type. They flex too much and the key action just isn't right. This keyboard is much better than others I've tried. It is a slightly condensed size but I was able to quickly adapt.
The keyboard has many one-key shortcuts that let you navigate around your iPad with aplomb. It's now very easy to start playing music, change tracks, adjust volume, all from the keyboard. You can also adjust screen brightness easily and the "search" button lets you locate apps easily... all from the keyboard.
Pairing to the iPad was very easy and quick. Below the on/off switch is a row of LED's that indicate charging status and state of charge of the battery. Keyboard battery life is good and is easily charged with a micro-USB connection.
All is not perfect in Alpatronix land though. A couple things I notice when using the folio is that iPad will not stay upright in either of the two possible positions if the keyboard is removed from the case. The iPad just slips down since the slots that should prevent that from happening are too slippery and too shallow. So in order to prevent that you need to keep the keyboard attached to its magnets on the folio. The other issue was that my iPad did not always enter sleep mode when closing the folio. Apparently the magnet placement is off just a tad and when the iPad is oriented with the home button to the left, it doesn't always go to sleep. One other minor quibble is that the user guide uses a tiny tiny font that makes reading it a chore for my less than perfect eyesight.
Other than those concerns, this is one heck of a good value. The keyboard is great and really increases my productivity on the iPad. My iPad is also protected from damage when in the folio.I considered many options when it came to purchasing a case and keyboard for my new iPad. I could not be more pleased with my choice as it is exactly what I was looking for. Especially the price! The keyboard is sturdy and easy to use and the quality of the leather case is what I wanted. I like that the keyboard is easily detachable and the angle of the iPad is adjustable. Thank you for a quality product at an affordable price.This case is very useful and convenient as a stand plus the bluetooth keyboard is a bonus. Works really well! Great product for students and business professionals.Although I am keeping this product because it works for what I need it forit does not work for all iPads like it says. The box it came in says for iPad 2-the opening for the camera is in a different spot on the newer iPads.
Setting it up was simple and it works great as long as you don't need the camera it is well worth it!!!I purchase this blutooth keyboard since my job has become more dependent on using my iPad to function. Other co workers have bluetooth keyboard made by other brands. They told me what I should look for in a keyboard. I did my reasearch and decided on this keyboard based on improving on other keyboards short comings. Also I have been please with other Alpatronix products. Now those coworkers all wish they had this one especially for the price.


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