Of course. If I needed a folio, then I would do that. But the MK suits me right now.
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iPad Pro iPad Pro 11 M4: Smart Folio or Magic Keyboard or Both
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I’m sure. But I’ve found there are times when it’s nice to just carry a VERY slim and light device with me. (Full disclosure: after months of practice I’ve gotten very good at typing on the software keyboard.)
on my M1 I was always Magic keyboard only but I really enjoy the folio With the different viewing angles. I’ll probably use the keyboard a bit less than before but I would still vote both
Smart Folio for me. For my primary content consumption use I want my iPad as light and simple as possible. And when I do want to use a keyboard, I want something a little more substantial than MK so out comes my MX Keys Mini.
That said, have anyone tried one of these?
https://us.targus.com/products/ergonomic-foldable-bluetooth-antimicrobial-keyboard-akf003us
I wonder how these will work as a backup keyboard that I can always keep in my sling. MX Keys usually comes with me only when typing is expected.
That said, have anyone tried one of these?
https://us.targus.com/products/ergonomic-foldable-bluetooth-antimicrobial-keyboard-akf003us
I wonder how these will work as a backup keyboard that I can always keep in my sling. MX Keys usually comes with me only when typing is expected.
Correct. My bad. I thought they were talking about the smart folio keyboard, not just the cover. The smart folio keyboard has a fabric coating on the keys.
I also have both. I like being able to use my iPad as a tablet with the Smart Folio and then put it in the keyboard for more extensive typing tasks, remote accessing my iMac, etc. The magnetic covers are so easy to swap between (although they don’t offer protection of the sides).
I miss the Smart Keyboard Folio. I don't need a trackpad as it's a touch screen, and the magic keyboard is really bulky and doesn't fully open in a 'tablet' configuration. But I still want a keyboard.
im planning to upgrade my iPad 10.5 pro finally .thinking of getting a iPad Air 11 M2. so is the Smart Keyboard Folio compatible? I cant add it as a keyboard accessory while checking out.it shows only Magic Keyboard which is useless to me.
Looks like it’s sold out on the US Apple Store ATM. Maybe that’s why you can’t add it? It’s in stock in the US on Amazon and is currently $50 off.
Hi All,
I am pretty new here. Mods feel free to move this to a more appropriate place if needed.
I have a random question about the M4 11 inch and the MKB case.
I have a trivial gripe about my M2 11 inch and MKB case that I can’t stand and am curious if there is any change with M4 11 inch and MKB.
My gripe: M2 11 inch and MKB case when used in my lap with case “fully open” will slightly tilt away from me causing the front of the keyboard to lift up which necessitates slight continuous downward pressure from my wrists to keep keyboard flush against my lap. I know this is very trivial but I spend way too much time on a plane and the natural angle of my lap causes a slight decline and then this tilt.
Question: Does the lower weight of the M4 11 inch and/or redesign of the MKB mitigate this at all? Can anyone test for me and report back?
I’d appreciate it very much!
Sincerely,
An overtired frequent flyer
I am pretty new here. Mods feel free to move this to a more appropriate place if needed.
I have a random question about the M4 11 inch and the MKB case.
I have a trivial gripe about my M2 11 inch and MKB case that I can’t stand and am curious if there is any change with M4 11 inch and MKB.
My gripe: M2 11 inch and MKB case when used in my lap with case “fully open” will slightly tilt away from me causing the front of the keyboard to lift up which necessitates slight continuous downward pressure from my wrists to keep keyboard flush against my lap. I know this is very trivial but I spend way too much time on a plane and the natural angle of my lap causes a slight decline and then this tilt.
Question: Does the lower weight of the M4 11 inch and/or redesign of the MKB mitigate this at all? Can anyone test for me and report back?
I’d appreciate it very much!
Sincerely,
An overtired frequent flyer
As a fellow frequent flyer… I know exactly what you mean, and it’s definitely still there. The (slight) extra weight of the keyboard helps a bit but it’s not a total cure.
My fabric took 5 years to shed… so this approach will make sure your iPad lasts 60 years (6 of each x 2 x 5 year life).
Why wouldn’t you place the iPad on the tray tablet while flying?
To answer you question, the iPad is still unstable on the lap with the new keyboard, it is very slightly better but still a problem.
The fabric on my Smart Keyboard was coming apart at the seams roughly a year in. I doubt I would be so unlucky as to get 3 lemons in a row, but that's also why I stopped getting them, much as I loved how they work with my 2018 iPad Pro.
Curious, do you open and close very very often, is your bag made of rough materials, do you work in a dusty/dirty/dry environment?
my 2018 one got bubbles months in but that was due to water/sticking, but no peeling/rips for a few years.
I wonder if the recent models are at all improved… I’m going to be annoyed when my $400 MKB starts to have this issue!
I definitely open and close my Smart Keyboard countless times a day. I am a teacher, so standard classroom environment. My bag is those typical backpack with 2 sleeves for laptop and tablet.
It’s possibly the way I handle it (faced similar issues with this roughly 1 year in as well).
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JETech Magnetic Case for iPad Pro 11 Inch (2022/2021/2020/2018 Model), and iPad Air 5/4 (10.9-Inch 2022/2020), Support Pencil 2nd Gen Charging, Magnetic Attachment (Black) : Amazon.sg: Electronics
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Let’s see how my Smart Folio fares. Maybe I should sign up for AppleCare…
