![]() This joint locks into position at a 30-degree angle. There is a single bendable joint about a quarter of the way up from the bottom. It uses the same silicon exterior material and the same soft microfiber lining. That’s an attractive difference, but keep in mind that you’re really missing out on a lot of features by sticking with Apple’s older design. As far as material and general fit and feel, it's very similar to the folio part of the Smart Keyboard Folio. The 11-inch model is slightly more affordable at $299, but that’s still a hefty chunk of change.Īs for the Smart Keyboard Folio, the 12.9-inch model costs $199 and the 11-inch model costs $179, while the Smart Keyboard costs $159. While it protects the front and back (when in full case mode), the corners do not get as much protection. Great integration with the OS for key rebinding, language switching. For perspective, that’s more than you’ll pay for anĮntry-level regular iPad. Overall review: The keyboard is very easy to use, with it just snapping in place and connecting seamlessly. ![]() The Magic Keyboard costs a jaw-dropping $349 for the 12.9-inch model. The Smart Keyboard Folio for iPad Pro and iPad Air is a comfortable keyboard when you need one, and provides elegant front and back protection when you don’t. With the Magic Keyboard attached, the iPad Pro is closer in weight to a laptop than a tablet. If you’re going to be carrying your iPad Pro around with the keyboard, it’s definitely something to consider. Which brings me to my feelings about the keyboard itself. The Magic Keyboard case is noticeably heavier than the Smart Keyboard Folio and adds quite a bit of weight to the iPad (1.6 pounds versus 0.89 pounds). The Smart Keyboard Folio (right) compared to the Smart Keyboard for the 12.9 and 10.5 iPad Pros. Unlike other cases of similar designs (at least the Apple designed ones), when you flip it open the magnets hold the front cover to the back. Also, the Smart Folio uses fabric that feels cheaper than the much sturdier mechanical keys on the Magic Keyboard with 1mm key travel. The lack of protection along the edges is a comprise I’m willing to take as the case keeps the very thin and sleek look of the new iPads, the magnets are very strong and the case does not move at all. ![]() Still, you should buy the model that fits your specific iPad. But unlike the Magic Keyboard that opens in an arc between 80 and 130 degrees, the Smart Folio only has two viewing angles. Furthermore, the 2021 12.9-inch iPad Pro is slightly thicker than the previous version, though in our testing the old Magic Keyboard case works with the new model. The situation gets trickier if you’re considering using the 2018 Smart Keyboard Folio with the 2020 or 2021 iPad Pro since the cutout for the camera in the 2018 model is too small for the square array found on the 2020 iPad Pro. The Smart Keyboard Folio for iPad Pro and iPad Air is a comfortable keyboard when you need one, and provides elegant front and back protection when you. ![]()
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