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I've been looking at the Samsung Keyboard dock, Logitech Bluetooth keyboard at BestBuy, and the Motorola Xoom keyboard.
I'm still not sure which is a better buy, and which one will work best for me.
I was using the Android on screen keyboard, but it no longer vibrates after installing the TouchWiz update.
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I've been looking at the Samsung Keyboard dock, Logitech Bluetooth keyboard at BestBuy, and the Motorola Xoom keyboard.
I'm still not sure which is a better buy, and which one will work best for me.
I was using the Android on screen keyboard, but it no longer vibrates after installing the TouchWiz update.
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did you check that haptic feedback is enabled? You have to check the configuration of whatever keyboard you're using (it's under settings--language and input--configure input methods--[select the keyboard you're using, i suspect it's the default samsung keyboard].
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did you check that haptic feedback is enabled? You have to check the configuration of whatever keyboard you're using (it's under settings--language and input--configure input methods--[select the keyboard you're using, i suspect it's the default samsung keyboard].
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It's selected. I've tried numerous times of turning it on and off. Seems to be some type of bug within TouchWiz that keeps it from working. It works in a few other keyboards I have installed, but the Android keyboard will no longer vibrate.
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Loitech keyboard! I love it battery life seems great, had it for 3 weeks. Its less than the Samsung one and uses bt so it will work with other devices. Comes with a nice protective case / stand.
The Samsung Bluetooth Keyboard Case is now available on their site for the 10.1. You can ask to be notified when available. They said it will be available in the next couple of weeks. If you google, you will see some CNET reviews that give you better pictures. It is supposedly as thin as the notebook case. I just hope it does not have the same flaws as the notebook case. I am returning mine tomorrow. The case seems to allow for easy depression of the power button. I am constantly turning the tablet on/off. I will pick it up, lift the flap, and find the device is booting back up. Not very helpful at all!
The samsung bluetooth keyboard/case looks the best so far. Of course its not out yet. Personally I want a keyboard that has capabilities of charging my tab, kinda like the asus keyboard. Anyway way to extend my battery life!!
I may have missed out on all the Touchpad craziness, but I did pick up a closeout Touchpad bluetooth keyboard from Office Depot for $25+tax using a Staples coupon from here. They had it priced at $69.99 in-store, but their website has it at $29.99 on clearance so just ask for a price adjustment.
It's a really nice feeling chiclet keyboard, about the size of the Apple Bluetooth, and uses AA vs. AAA so I expect good battery life. Some of the function keys don't seem to work (brightness, power, not sure about media) but the top left works as ESC and the Control keys do what they're supposed to, and it works great with Connectbot so I'm happy.
mespo365 said:
The samsung bluetooth keyboard/case looks the best so far. Of course its not out yet. Personally I want a keyboard that has capabilities of charging my tab, kinda like the asus keyboard. Anyway way to extend my battery life!!
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Based on the picture I saw, it seems to be better suited for table top use and not lap use.
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I looked at the logitech and samsung keyboards.
I chose the logitech.
I didn't want to have to remove my tab from its case to use a keyboard. Thats one of the reasons i ditched the asus.
I like the keyboard shortcuts on the logitech, and i like that i can use it with my home theater pc.
The samsung seems too expensive for a non wireless keyboard imo.
Besides, its just a rehash of the old tab keyboard.
are you guys talking about the zagg keyboard or the Logitech one with the little plastic stand. I'm waiting on the zagg one up for preorder on Logitech. Com
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I looked at the logitech and samsung keyboards.
I chose the logitech.
I didn't want to have to remove my tab from its case to use a keyboard. Thats one of the reasons i ditched the asus.
I like the keyboard shortcuts on the logitech, and i like that i can use it with my home theater pc.
The samsung seems too expensive for a non wireless keyboard imo.
Besides, its just a rehash of the old tab keyboard.
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I keep my tab in the case as well. I agree, I don't think I want to keep taking my tab in and out of the case to use the keyboard.
I've been keeping my eye on the LogiTech keyboard. So far I'm starting to use Thumb Keyboard more.
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The zagg case just arrived today, got two shipped to NZ (one for my gf) and i have to say im very impressed with it.
They claim several weeks battery life of normal use(not sure how that compares to alternatives). though it charges through micro usb along with most new phones.
its very light, but also feels solid at the same time, the keys feel similar to the asus transformer dock but they are definitely more responsive.
although they state on their website that it has poor compatibility with the 10.1 in portrait mode i think it works quite well, stands fine and doesn't feel like falling over at all.
it has raised rubber feet on top of the metal so you can lie your tablet down ontop of dock without worrying about damaging it.
it has all the shortcuts you need, including full music control, android function key. escape takes you to home screen while the back key is placed where right alt is on a normal keyboard.
all in all, very nice dock of solid build that weighs less then the tablet for $69.99
Edit: its also bluetooth, so no need to take tab out of its case.
Anyone know how to fix the problem of the onscreen keyboard popping up with any of them? It gets annoying.
which logitech keyboard are u talking about guys?
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which logitech keyboard are u talking about guys?
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Mine is just an android logitech bluetooth keyboard. I got it on amazon.
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The zagg case just arrived today, got two shipped to NZ (one for my gf) and i have to say im very impressed with it.
They claim several weeks battery life of normal use(not sure how that compares to alternatives). though it charges through micro usb along with most new phones.
its very light, but also feels solid at the same time, the keys feel similar to the asus transformer dock but they are definitely more responsive.
although they state on their website that it has poor compatibility with the 10.1 in portrait mode i think it works quite well, stands fine and doesn't feel like falling over at all.
it has raised rubber feet on top of the metal so you can lie your tablet down ontop of dock without worrying about damaging it.
it has all the shortcuts you need, including full music control, android function key. escape takes you to home screen while the back key is placed where right alt is on a normal keyboard.
all in all, very nice dock of solid build that weighs less then the tablet for $69.99
Edit: its also bluetooth, so no need to take tab out of its case.
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Do you have a link? I couldn't find it on their website. The iPad version kept popping up.
Also, can it be used on your lap, or does it only work on a table top surface?
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Do you have a link? I couldn't find it on their website. The iPad version kept popping up.
Also, can it be used on your lap, or does it only work on a table top surface?
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Maybe this is the one:
http://www.logitech.com/en-us/tablet-accessories/for-android/devices/keyboard-case-samsung-galaxy
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Maybe this is the one:
http://www.logitech.com/en-us/tablet-accessories/for-android/devices/keyboard-case-samsung-galaxy
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Doesn't seems as nice as the one for the iPad.
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do any of these keyboards designed for the 10.1 have a built in touchpad on them? if not will any bluetooth keyboard with touchpad work?
Hi guys,can i use this rom on a stock gingerbread rom tnx! dnt wana brick my tab.
Found by change and bought today a perfect working bluetooth keyboard. Was seeking for a long time. Now im absolute happy!
Its a RAPOO E6300
(I´m not allowed to post a link, you find it under RAPOO dot com)
It pretends to be designed for an iPad but is perfect working with my note. It´s very thin and has the right size to fit in every pocket, still large enough not to hit 3 keys with one stroke!
I had only to pair it, without any problem, and after switching off and on after the first pairing all keys are working and are corretly represented at my note. (Use a german layout with lots of ö,ä,ü,ß...).
Has very good quality and is quite affordable. Bought it in a store (Mediamarkt) at € 36,-.
Beautiful. Found one on amazon.
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Nice one, now imagine if it was foladable, or even better, slideable..
nice one..
it looks very nice...
i wish i find a portable keyboard that i could touch type..
for example i ve seen that in a 7inch screen i can touch type with a little practice
it would be great for trips , to connect with bluetooth or with the usb adapter..
obviously wouldn't put it in my pocket
but i could carry in my bag .
ps..
for an internal keyboard the split screen SWIFTKEY TABLET edition is
doing wonders with note..
By touch typing do you mean a glass surface typing screen?
Brando has a neat keyboard which does exactly that:
http://shop.brando.com/FelTouch-Magic-Bluetooth-Keyboard-Touchpad_p7130c299d57.html
It has all the nice features:
Bluetooth
haptic feedback
backlighting
And the screen also doubles as a multitouch touch screen!
Dynamism has a similar wired keyboard as well:
http://www.dynamism.com/accessories/cool-leaf-keyboard.shtml
kww
oiwnos said:
it looks very nice...
i wish i find a portable keyboard that i could touch type..
for example i ve seen that in a 7inch screen i can touch type with a little practice
it would be great for trips , to connect with bluetooth or with the usb adapter..
obviously wouldn't put it in my pocket
but i could carry in my bag .
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Which Rom is your note running? Dos it Werk Wirth ICS+? I habe connection problems Wirth my nexus 7..
Anything wrong with the Mac Bluetooth Keyboard, besides the price? It sure looks better then these. Last time I was at Fry's and typed on it, it felt comfortable. Never tried on my Note though.
I use Motorola BT keyboard and mouse for Motorola Android phone. Work amazing...
This looks awesome!
- do you guys know if I can find one which also has danish keys?
Like æøå?
If those are made, im deffinately getting one...!
- Bobo
I'm thinking about trading in my Droid 4 for a S3 only if there is a bluetooth keyboard case. I do know that they sell a bluetooth keyboard... I know iPhone users get access to a Bluetooth keyboard case... I really need the physical and i dont wanna carry around a bluetooth keyboard.
Why would you need a Bluetooth keyboard? On screen keys are so easy. I loved the keyboard on my old D4 but onscreen keyboards are on point this day n age. The iPhone bluetooth keyboard I had on my old iPhone 4S was garbage. Returned it within 3 days. But to answer your question, no there isn't that I know of n I'm almost positive there won't be one neither
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Why would you need a Bluetooth keyboard? On screen keys are so easy. I loved the keyboard on my old D4 but onscreen keyboards are on point this day n age. The iPhone bluetooth keyboard I had on my old iPhone 4S was garbage. Returned it within 3 days. But to answer your question, no there isn't that I know of n I'm almost positive there won't be one neither
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Does anyone know for sure? I know someone who wants to get an S3 but the decision is predicated on getting a bluetooth keyboard case. I see them on china wholesale sites, anyone know of a US seller?
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Why would you need a Bluetooth keyboard? On screen keys are so easy. I loved the keyboard on my old D4 but onscreen keyboards are on point this day n age. The iPhone bluetooth keyboard I had on my old iPhone 4S was garbage. Returned it within 3 days. But to answer your question, no there isn't that I know of n I'm almost positive there won't be one neither
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Maybe for you.
But I stil HATE onscreen keyboards. I came from a Droid 2 to S III. While the big screen is almost doable for typing, for email the entire screen is covered in landscape with swiftkey (samsung's keyboard is a pile of useless garbage in my opinion).
I'd pay a LOT for a slider keyboard case to make an S III like a Droid.
I've seen some flip wallet keyboards on alibaba.com from chinese wholesalers. They just stuck one of those generic BT keyboards to a wallet case. I want a good slider like the Boxwave Keyboard Buddy for iPhone.
S III has to be one of the best selling Android phones ever. I hope a company manufactures a slider keyboard case or at least a good wallet case. With a kickstand and slider keyboard it would be AWESOME.
I had a Droid with a kickstand case and it was fantastic, the sliding keyboard added height to use it on tables.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=30279630#post30279630 Check out post #6
http://www.boxwave.com/community/request/request_model.cfm.
I don't know of any yet but like has been mentioned, pretty much any small bt keyboard should work. The problem is just attaching it to a case in a slick way.
Btw, I will say that I was unsure of the virtual keyboards until I started using SwiftKey. It has predictions and auto corrections which are amazing and I can touch type with it faster than I could with the hardware keyboard on my old phone
Ps. If you do fine a keyboard case, please let us know
I have a genuine leather case + wireless bluetooth keyboard for Samsung Galaxy S3 i9300.
I know you said you ate on screen keyboards. I had a LogiTech diNovo Mini keyboard but I still find myself preferring to use SW keyboard.
I use MultiLing Keyboard. It is really versatile. It allows me to customise everything from size, colour of every key, pop up delay, what symbols are behind each key, the order of punctuation suggestions, even whether smilies have noses.
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I Like The First One The Best Personally .
Have you bought one of them?
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I bought this one on Amazon, but it looks like Newegg is carrying it now. Same price too. $25.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=9SIA1NV0GP8415
Just wanted you all to know that the bluetooth wireless keyboard from Apple works really good with the note. Easy to connect. It is a great keyboard with the perfect feel. And the keyboard is about 1 inch wider then the tablet itself, so it fits in a bag with the note really well to. Just wanted you guys to know
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Just wanted you all to know that the bluetooth wireless keyboard from Apple works really good with the note. Easy to connect. It is a great keyboard with the perfect feel. And the keyboard is about 1 inch wider then the tablet itself, so it fits in a bag with the note really well to. Just wanted you guys to know
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Was wondering if it work......... Thanks
I use a Logitech Bluetooth keyboard my wife bought for her iPad and that also works really well. Comes with a stand.
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I use a Logitech Bluetooth keyboard my wife bought for her iPad and that also works really well. Comes with a stand.
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can you post a pic or link to it? thanks in advance
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can you post a pic or link to it? thanks in advance
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This is the one I use: http://www.logitech.com/en-us/product/tablet-keyboard-ipad
The stand is also a sort of storage pouch, making the whole thing pretty portable. What you might find is all the function keys may not work (haven't really tried play/pause/forward/rewind) but it's useful for typing, especially when dealing with entering complicated passwords.
AND apple wireless bluetooth mouse works great too. WITH scroll!
I have got an Anker keyboard from Amazon, and a Logitech V470 mouse and they both work great.
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Just wanted you all to know that the bluetooth wireless keyboard from Apple works really good with the note. Easy to connect. It is a great keyboard with the perfect feel. And the keyboard is about 1 inch wider then the tablet itself, so it fits in a bag with the note really well to. Just wanted you guys to know
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Yeah, mine also works great. I also iontics mini bluetooth keyboard to go with note 10.1. Very nice.
Anyone tried using any external Bluetooth keyboard for our Tab S2 9.7 ? Any recommendations before i go out and randomly buy stuff ?
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I've got the Logitech KeysToGo keyboard paired up with mine.. (typing on it now!) Works a treat.. And so slim and lightweight too. Add to that a bluetooth mouse and the laptop is now redundant!
Have a look at the official Samsung BT keyboard and case, the keyboard is also removable if you don't want to use the case, best matching set for the S2 9.7, if they had one for the S2 8.0, I would of got it.
I got the Microsoft Universal Mobile Keyboard and really like it. http://www.amazon.com/Microsoft-Universal-Keyboard-Android-devices/dp/B00GWGLUZ0
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Thanks guys... i want to leave the keyboard on my desk... so the original Samsung keyboard case is too expensive if someone grabs it on my table.
Will look into the microsoft and logitech keyboards... does the screen keyboard show up when paired with the logitech or microsoft keyboards when you start typing?
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The on screen keyboard is disabled when connected via bluetooth.. As soon as the keyboard is switched off it reappears. You can also toggle this in the notification bar. Hope that helps!
Thank you... all your responses helped... will be buying one soon.
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I've got the Logitech KeysToGo keyboard paired up with mine.. (typing on it now!) Works a treat.. And so slim and lightweight too. Add to that a bluetooth mouse and the laptop is now redundant!
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Second vote for this!! Fantastic bloody keyboard.... Works flawlessly..never fails to pair... Battery life awesome... Expensive ($80 in AU ) but worth the money. I have it paired with the samsung original book cover... Great combo....All of my work colleagues with ipads with silly key board cases look on with envy... So light and easy to carry... And you don't have it in the way when you are just using the tab for browsing etc... Highly recommend it
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I've just ordered a LG Rolly keyboard. My S2 is a laptop replacement so want something quick to setup and really comfortable to type on. Will report back when I've tried it.
One of the main selling points for me was being able to switch easily between phone and tablet. If this I've doesn't work I'll buy the Microsoft one. I've got a Surface Pro 3 so I know what that one feels like to type on. It's ok but am hoping the LG model has a better feel.
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Update: bought the LG Rolly. Didn't like the haptics , my fingers kept mashing the keys and getting into the wrong places. The wife I don't mind it though so I think she might end up adopting it. I ended up with a Logitech keys to go for Android keyboard . The stand works really well and my fingers seem to feel at home and can touch type easily. The Key Travel is less then what I'm used to but it would be overly critical to call it mushy and I'm quite happy with a compromise considering how light weight the keyboard is . I really wish the Logitech supports more than one BT profile but I've realised for Long portions of text I can always use Evernote that synchronises between my tablet and my phone to share information.
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The Logitech Keys to Go looks really good. Simple, no folding hinges to break. Lightweight, spill proof. So thin that it'll be easy to pack. Micro USB chargeable. With the discounts on Amazon it looks good value for money too. The downside is that that it only accepts single profile, I want to use the keyboard for two devices so that's not going to work for me.
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I tried the official Samsung keyboard case in store. It looks really smart and matches the tablet really well. I like that you can remove the keyboard as well for better ergonomics. What I didn't like though was that the keys seemed quite small for the size of the keyboard. I wouldn't want to go any smaller than my iGo Stowaway keyboard which I love typing on but keeps breaking (I'm on my third one and they don't make them anymore).
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[/COLOR]Before,i bought keyboards from other brands for my tablets,like logitech for my Note 10.1. That works, but the fine things, like recent app key, or menu button, often are not there. Ok,i help myself with external keyboard helper, but it's a compromise all times. This time i think, ok,the price is close to the same. So i bought the original. And, what should i say, I'm more than happy with it. .......
The difference are the small things,but a lot of them :
It fits exactly, it's very light,think,the half of weight as a logitech, and,it covers not the whole device. The Tab S2 is very slim and light ,but if i cover it with a book cover of logitech, it have the same weight as an five year old tab......
Also,you have two bluetooth connectors inside,so you can use it with two devices. It have the specified keys for recent apps,multitasking,volume,and much more. And it contains a touch pad, so you dont need a seperate mouse. Also, the tab isn't covered at all,so you feel the tab also,it's inside the cover.....the mounts, with two clips on the back of the tab, are very stable. But i have really problems, to mount it at the first time. It's not really shown in the quick start guide. But I'm afraid to press on the display, to click the pin into the tab,cause it needs a lot of pressure at the first time and i don't want to crash the display. .....but it works,and if it connected one time,it gets much easier the next time.....it's a good connecting system. But new. Also, the on off mechanism works with the original cover. If you close it,tab goes standby,otherwise, open the cover,tab wakes up. Very fine is, the keyboard ca be seperated from the cover. It fits with magnetic points in the cover,and you can use it complete seperate. If you use the Docking Station (with lan,hdmi and usb ports,great assecory too),you don't need to put it in the dock, like on older dockings by Samsung, no,there is a cable to connect docking station and device. Perfekt,dont need to put tab out of the cover for connecting the station. All in all, the book cover is really great,and if you wear it without the keyboard, it's very light weight, so you don't lost the slim and light advantage of the device........but, there is no possibility to scroll with the mouse pad, or zoom in and out by pinch. Think,there is no multi finger support. Means,I don't figure out it now....maybe anyone can tell me too......
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Does anyone know if the Sony Z4 Tablet keyboard would fit with the Tab s2? I know it might look a bit funny when closed up but would it fit the hinge ok? I'd prefer a hinge that mimcs a laptop rather than a Surface (as the Samsung book keyboard cover does)
I have the official bluetooth keyboard and I have a question about the shortcuts: Mainly, what does the F3 shortcut do?
I agree the Keys-to-go keyboard is a great companion with our S2. Ultra portable and keeps with the same design when matched with the book cover.
My only gripe with it, that I have not found a solution for, is that when hitting the hot key for Mail it prompts for a default mail app (gmail or mail) and even if you select the app and say 'Always' it does not remember your default app and will always prompt for the selection when you hit the key. Likewise for the Music key.
Can anyone comment?
Yup I have that issue too... Have not found a fix.
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Thank you... all your responses helped... will be buying one soon.
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hi cktlcmd, which one did you end up buying? and how are you liking whichever keyboard you ended up with?
I bought this one:
http://www.sweex.com/en/smart-media-accessoires/tablets/keyboards/KB300US/
My though was that having an integrated keyboard with the book cover, wouldn't be handsome. This tablet is very thin, having a big book cover would downgrade that.
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I got the Microsoft Universal Mobile Keyboard and really like it. http://www.amazon.com/Microsoft-Universal-Keyboard-Android-devices/dp/B00GWGLUZ0
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I just purchased one as well. The white model.
I've never been a fan of chiclet style keyboards -- since day one when Apple started the craze for all things thin-as-hell -- but I don't really have a choice if I want a portable bluetooth keyboard for a tablet. They're all chiclet style. The Logetech's Keys-to-go keyboard looks even worse in terms of key depress travel length. That definitely wouldn't work for me.
So after a decent amount of research, I think this Microsoft Universal Keyboard will be the best for my needs. I'm giving this one an honest try.
Will post some thoughts after I've used it for a week or two.
I bought the logitech keyboard... works great... but lately i find the on screen keyboard is sufficient enough to use with WPS office word.
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I bought the logitech keyboard... works great... but lately i find the on screen keyboard is sufficient enough to use with WPS office word.
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Yes, I find I don't need to use the physical keyboard as often, thanks to SwiftKey. I do like having the Microsoft keyboard available when it's appropriate.
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