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Returned already. Trackpad was for midget hands and the software felt half baked. Not worth it if you already Own a MacBook Pro and folio keyboard
 
I don't mind at all - and I'm sure this will be totally interesting to everyone! I grew up in Siouxer City (Sioux City) on the west coast of Iowa. Went to college at Iowa State, in the central coast, and now live in Iowa City, near the east coast. So, slowly but surely, migrating east - eventually I'll end up in Illinois or somewhere!

I wonder if I'll have my Magic Keyboard before I move again? ;)
"Siouxer City." Nice. Of course, Iowans routinely call my hometown O-scum-wa, so I definitely feel your pain.
 
Returned already. Trackpad was for midget hands and the software felt half baked. Not worth it if you already Own a MacBook Pro and folio keyboard
That was fast. How long did you have it for? It’s pricey but worth every penny for what I use it for. I was going to buy the 12.9 2020 pro. But I’m glad I stayed with the 2018 11 pro My only knock is the keyboard is heavy.
 
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Just arrived
Congrats on finally receiving it!
 
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That was fast. How long did you have it for? It’s pricey but worth every penny for what I use it for. I was going to buy the 12.9 2020 pro. But I’m glad I stayed with the 2018 11 pro My only knock is the keyboard is heavy.
24 hours - knew immediately that I did not need it. Feels like it would be worth while when we can travel again, right with ****** software it seems like overkill and a waste of space.
 
Another data point if your MKB has also been stuck in shipping limbo: Tonight UPS finally updated my shipment with an estimated arrival date (Monday 27 April 2020).

Here's hoping your MKB sees movement tonight, too!

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Ordered on the 16th. My window says 04/24th to 05/04, i am from Germany.

Sadly no update so far :-( anybody in the same boat?
 
My 11 inch model just arrived. Wow, this is a premium product. The first thing I did was a quick typing comparison between the MKC and the SKF. No comparison. I didn’t realise how poor the typing experience was on the SKF. It feels like typing on a brick in comparison. This thing is a definite keeper.

Just a couple of quick observations...first impressions:
  • Yes It’s heavier but the weight is no concern whatsoever. If anything, it makes it feel more premium. Very solid.
  • Keyboard is fantastic for typing. Feel is great!
  • Trackpad is awesome. Feels like I’m using my MBP. Plus, the combination of the trackpad gestures and pencil should help keep the greasy, grimy smudges off the iPad display to a large extent.
  • Angle of view feels just about the same as the SKF when both set to the extreme tilt positions.
  • Since I always just “poke” (one finger) on the number row of keys (just my style), my fingers never hit the bottom of the display...for normal typing...and the case tilted all the way back.
  • Exterior material feels better than the SKF...there seems to be some difference. It just looks like it won’t get that same “worn out” look quickly like the SKF does. Time Will tell though.
That’s about it...vey premium feeling and looking case. No question...I’m keeping it and returning my SKF (ie I have until 4/30 to return it...bought it “open box”.
I think for me...I’m going with a combination of the Magic Keyboard and Smart Folio (not the keyboard) for when I want to keep things light (ie couch surfing, on a plane for entertainment, angled drawing in landscape mode, etc...)....oh yeah, and to use in portrait mode when I’m on Bumble (ie too much of a risk of right swiping on the wrong woman if I’m looking at them sideways 😉).

I have the 2018 11 inch IPP and was able to get a charcoal Smart Folio new (on clearance) for $50...so not as big of a hit to have both. I just don’t like to use the IPP without a cover. I find it far too ”slippery“ and can’t get a good grip on it otherwise.
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Late to the party, but ordered yesterday (4/24/20) with a May 19 - 27 delivery estimate. I wanted to wait on the reviews until I spent the money. It wasn't so much the opinion of the reviewers I needed as much as seeing it in action (I miss being able to go to the Apple Store!). Anyway, hoping for a little earlier delivery, but enjoying reading everyone else's experience.
 
Late to the party, but ordered yesterday (4/24/20) with a May 19 - 27 delivery estimate. I wanted to wait on the reviews until I spent the money. It wasn't so much the opinion of the reviewers I needed as much as seeing it in action (I miss being able to go to the Apple Store!). Anyway, hoping for a little earlier delivery, but enjoying reading everyone else's experience.
Are you in the US? If so, check out Best Buy...just looked at their site and they can deliver by April 30.
 
Are you in the US? If so, check out Best Buy...just looked at their site and they can deliver by April 30.
I am, but I got the government employee discount from Apple. I also wasn’t sure about getting 3% back on Apple Card if I ordered through Best Buy.
 
I don't mind at all - and I'm sure this will be totally interesting to everyone! I grew up in Siouxer City (Sioux City) on the west coast of Iowa. Went to college at Iowa State, in the central coast, and now live in Iowa City, near the east coast. So, slowly but surely, migrating east - eventually I'll end up in Illinois or somewhere!

I wonder if I'll have my Magic Keyboard before I move again? ;)
Hmmmm.....so how do you choose between the Cyclones and the Hawkeyes? May the glory days of Heydon Fry and Chuck Long live forever. I grew up in Knoxville, IA.
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It's nice to stumble across a fellow Iowan. I was born and grew up in Ottumwa and then did my BA at Central College in Pella before moving out of state.

If you don't mind me asking, BaddAdvice, what part of Iowa do you call home?
So do you have wooden shoes? I could probably dig up a pic of my Tulip Time costume. I grew up in Knoxville, IA a few minutes from Pella.
 
I cancelled Apple & bought 12.9” magic keyboard on Best Buy for 4/30 delivery. If I had done this earlier I’d be typing on my new keyboard Now. Can’t believe I was so slow to realize Apple was the wrong choice.
 
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How well does the Microsoft mouse work on the iPad? I use mine with my work laptop, a Dell XPS but it’s a great concept of a mouse

So far so good, the touch scrolling is a bit slow. To be honest i gravitate to the trackpad more right now. As I start to use LumaFusion it will be mostly mouse work then.
 
So far so good, the touch scrolling is a bit slow. To be honest i gravitate to the trackpad more right now. As I start to use LumaFusion it will be mostly mouse work then.

I figured... probably similar to 3rd party trackpads on iPadOS 13.4, and probably why Brydge isn’t shipping the Pro Plus for another couple weeks so they can improve the trackpad.
 
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Hmmmm.....so how do you choose between the Cyclones and the Hawkeyes? May the glory days of Heydon Fry and Chuck Long live forever. I grew up in Knoxville, IA.
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So do you have wooden shoes? I could probably dig up a pic of my Tulip Time costume. I grew up in Knoxville, IA a few minutes from Pella.
I'm immune - my wife and I both went to ISU, but she got her masters at UI, so I'm allowed to live in Iowa City with her! But, if I had to choose, it would be the Cyclones. I have one ISU sweatshirt that I only wear on Iowa home football game days here in IC.
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Another data point if your MKB has also been stuck in shipping limbo: Tonight UPS finally updated my shipment with an estimated arrival date (Monday 27 April 2020).

Here's hoping your MKB sees movement tonight, too!

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Fingers crossed for you! Mine finally left Ontario, CA last night around 11:45. UPS has it coming by 6pm Monday, but I'll believe it when I'm holding the keyboard in my grubby hands!
 
I figured... probably similar to 3rd party trackpads on iPadOS 13.4, and probably why Brydge isn’t shipping the Pro Plus for another couple weeks so they can improve the trackpad.
I started to hold out for the Brydge Pro + as I am currently using the Brydge Pro, but opt for the MK due to the poor reviews. I also like the smaller footprint the MK gives.
 
Should've ordered from BB. Was supposed to be delivered Thurs. Then moved to Friday. Now it's out for delivery today but has hit an 'unexpected delay' with scheduling to be updated. Literally four blocks away from me.
 
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