Apple Smart Keyboard: iPad Keyboard and case for iPad Pro 10.5-inch, iPad Air (3rd Generation), and iPad (7th, 8th, and 9th Generation), Comfortable Typing Experience, US English - Black

I recently got the Apple Smart Keyboard for my iPad, and I have to say, it's been a game-changer for me. As someone who writes a lot, I was looking for something that could potentially replace my laptop. And guess what? This keyboard has done just that. First off, the feel of this keyboard is fantastic. The keys have just the right amount of responsiveness. Every tap is like the keyboard is reading my mind, making typing feel effortless and smooth. It's a real joy to use, especially for long writing sessions. But here's the catch – it's not backlit. I often find myself working late into the night, and not having that backlight is a bit of a letdown. It's like having a sports car without headlights – it's great, but you can't fully enjoy it when it gets dark. Despite that, I'm still really pleased with this keyboard. It's slim, it's sleek, and it attaches to the iPad like they're two peas in a pod. Since I've started using it, my laptop has been collecting dust. The convenience of just popping my iPad into this keyboard and getting down to business is unbeatable. So, if you're considering the Apple Smart Keyboard for your iPad and you're a daytime writer or you've got a good lamp, I'd say go for it. It's a solid, well-performing keyboard that might just make you forget about your laptop. Just keep in mind the lack of backlighting if you're a night owl like me.

I bought this because the description says: "This Smart Keyboard is designed to work seamlessly with iPad (7th, 8th, and 9th generation), iPad Air (3rd generation), and iPad Pro 10.5‑inch, providing a comfortable typing experience on the go." This keyboard looks and feels like an OEM Apple keyboard and it works fine on my 2017 Release iPad Pro, which I use every day and still works fantastically well.

I have a 2017 iPad Pro 10.5” and this is the perfect keyboard for it. It’s not backlit, but I’m a touch typist, so that’s not a big deal for me. The keyboard has to be one of the lightest that was made, and I love the fact that it gets its power from the iPad - there’s no charging required ever! The keyboard is amazingly comfortable to use, despite it being so thin. It’s got a type of waterproof fabric covering it that feels good on the fingers. It’s a very responsive keyboard and I can type blazingly fast on it - as fast as any full-size keyboard. If you have an older iPad, you have to consider this gem of a keyboard!

I bought this iPad and keyboard to take the place of my old Mac laptop which is so old it is unable to update or allow access to certain websites. For my uses, the iPad does everything I need and I love the touch screen. The keyboard is almost too small for comfort, but it's nice when typing a letter or such. The iPad found my wireless Brother laser printer the first time I hit the print button. I didn't have to install, pair it or anything. I actually was surprised at the price offered on Amazon. Less than Apple's price due to Apple's agreement and spreading the use of their products. My young grandkids have these iPads and love them, too.

The key board is lightweight (1/2 lbs), it functions also as a protection for the iPad as well as a stand. I use it now all the time rather than the virtuell key board on the iPad. Even when I hang out on my recliner I use it, I set it on a pillow or the yoga cushion on my lap to get the angle right. On my desk the angle is fine. It turned my tablet into a desktop computer in miniature, which I really like. I rarely remove it now from the iPad, but this is very easy to do, it connects and disconnects with ease, magnetically/magicly. I feel that I hack with more effort on this keyboard than on my previous one (for my old Samsung tablet) because of the way the keys respond, a little less springy as I would like but I assume that is the price I pay for it’s smallness, which ich really like. (Also I do not write books or papers on it, but definitely longer letters.) I bought it from amazon warehouse as it was somewhat damaged /scuffed? (not that I can see), so the price was good. The smart functions I am still learning. I am not familiar with Mac computers, I assume that a person who has a Mac would be familiar with the short cuts and smart functions. I had to search the internet to find out how to get the German umlauts etc. I like it pretty well and I am glad I got it, I would recommend it to a person who looks for an external key board for her iPad.

I started out with a 3rd party keyboard because of its features and ended up disappointed by its flaws. The Apple Smart Keyboard is great!! According to Apple, this Apple Smart Keyboard is covered under the iPad's Apple Care+, if you purchased it. While not a full folio, the Apple Smart keyboard offers many benefits: 1. Compact a. It easily connects and disconnects via the quick connect magnets on the iPad Air 3rd gen b. Seamless signal connection, no Bluetooth to pair, no batteries required, powered from the iPad. c. Easy to pack up and throw in a back pack, attached or unattached to your iPad. 2. Keyboard Shortcuts a. The shortcuts will spoil you and make you more productive. Very useful! b. Besides all the usual cmd key shortcuts, there’s a group of Tab key shortcuts, too! c. Customizable keyboard shortcuts via the iPad Settings d. Great for foreign language typing as well as native language typing. 3. The Smart Keyboard as a folio/stand/holder a. Makes a nice viewing angle when used as a stand in landscape mode b. Magnetic, so it sticks to metal surfaces and does NOT slide around! c. Does NOT provide full protection for the iPad, leading to “d.” below. d. I plan on getting some kind of full case to hold and protect both the iPad and Smart Keyboard, Then I will transport them attached together and toss the unit in a backpack or carrying bag. e. The entire keyboard and folio are fully sealed to keep out dirt, dust, and liquids. f. When folded up, the keys never come in contact with the screen. Finally, if you combine the keyboard with a mouse your productivity and ease of use will go up even more. And, you’ll keep your fingerprints, skin oil and dirt from ever contacting the screen. With the keyboard and mouse, it’s extremely rare I ever touch the screen now. FYI, the Apple Magic Mouse accommodates screen/trackpad gestures right on the mouse.

Tried a couple of other brands, but nothing was good as Apple’s Smart Keyboard. Should have never tried to go cheaper and get generic, because I they were a waste of money. Apple’s keyboard is super quality and last the longest, and I love never having to fiddle with Bluetooth connection. Never trying to go cheaper again!

The keyboard is small but easy to use. It is easy to attach to iPad magnetically and stays attached. The connection is good. It closes over the screen and serves a very good protector, stays closed. It is designed to form a triangle that creates a stand. It is sturdy and well-made.

Fits perfectly. Works perfectly. Couldn’t live without it!

Connects easily to IPAD (9th gen). No extra charging for the keyboard. The only disadvantage is that there is no protection for the back of the IPAD.

I have never had a keyboard with my iPad before. Bought this one when I upgraded to a new iPad. Now that I have it cannot imagine owning an iPad without one. Easy to set up. Works great. Very pleased with my purchase.

I use this keyboard almost every day. Works well.

I highly recommend this!