Function keys return, but oddly, with functions integrated into the number row of keys, not in a dedicated function row. The second keyboard, the Fold-Up Keyboard for iPad 2 offers a much wider typing surface, but one that isn’t as well integrated as the Keyboard Case. Dropped straight down the iPad 2 would probably be greeted with a comfortable stop-but dropped at any angle whatsoever, and the iPad is likely to pop out of the case, completely unprotected (unless you head my skin and screen protector advice in the last paragraph of this review). The biggest issue is that, although the iPad fits well inside the Keyboard Case, it doesn’t do so securely. I appreciate the full space bar and well-considered layout, but touch-typing takes a more accurate touch than on full-sized keyboards, especially because the edges make the keyboard feel claustrophobic. The second issue is the cramped keyboard. I haven’t wanted to test the result of a slip, but just that I am concerned about it makes the keyboard less enjoyable. I worry when putting glass against metal. First is its precision-built, which means carefully fitting the iPad into the case. I have three main concerns when it comes to this keyboard. Key travel is good, much better than similar rubber-keyed keyboards. Home, lock, search, photos, play and pause, last-next song, volume control, and lock take the place of traditional nondescript function keys. Logitech is usually good at understanding the products with which it interfaces its products, and this keyboard is no exception. When the iPad is extracted from the case and fit into the plastic slot behind the keyboard, the combo transforms into a well-angled typing experience. This precision-machined aluminum keyboard also doubles as a travel case (it only fits the iPad face-down). The two Logitech keyboards reviewed here are no different, but each offers a unique reason for being.įirst up with the Logitech Keyboard Case for iPad 2 that was designed in conjunction with tablet skin and case maker Zagg (). using a full external Bluetooth or USB keyboard). Keyboards of tablets are always a compromise if they are built for the tablet (vs.

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