Reviews for Logitech Ultrathin Keyboard Cover for iPad

Contrary to the pictures in the preview, you can set your iPad up vertically. Judging by the pictures I was worried I'd have to my iPad 4 in landscape mode (horizontal) so it would stay in place. My iPad sits at a perfect angle (especially vertically) when sitting in the logitech's placeholder. The bluetooth was immediately recognized and paired immediately. No having to type in numbers. Just be sure to turn on bluetooth in your settings and charge your keyboard beforehand. It says one charge will last about 6 months if you use the keyboard a few hours a day, so I have no idea if it's true or not. Though not a typical "full size" keyboard, it has arrow keys!!! Why Apple doesn't have arrow keys on it's on-screen keyboard is beyond me. If there is a way to add arrow keys, I haven't figured it out. Why is that important? Try sticking a finger in the exact spot of a paragraph to add a missing apostrophe or delete an extra letter.

This alone, at least to me, makes it worth the price. It's also well-made, sturdy, and makes a great case when you're done using it. As I said before, I have the iPad 4, and while this keyboard like some others does not allow you to charge your iPad, you'll have to look elsewhere. There is no slot for the new dock connector or the old 30-pin one. But what it lacks there, it more than makes up for in speeding up your typing. If you are used to typing 55 words per minutes, you'll be in luck. With Apple's built-in spell checker, you'll never misspell a word again. The keyboard also has function keys, a home button (which behaves just like the iPad's), caps locks, delete key, numbers at the top, and more. Alas, no command+tabbing to switch between open apps (if you're reading this Logitech, please fix that!). All your shortcut keys work just like on a Mac (select all, copy, paste, etc...), and again, it has arrow keys. This is worth every penny and with free shipping from Apple it's cheaper than most stores.

It's just what I needed... thing light and easy to use.

the best ipad keyboard out there ... the fit and finish makes it look like apple made it. and it's compact yet the key travel and spacing is near perfect. well made and im going to pick up an extra one for my parents.

We would highly recommend this. The keyboard is very nice and sits well at a table or meeting. The angle of the ipad while in the upright position is perfect for viewing while typing or listening. This is a functional, well made, good looking product, that works great. It is sturdy, protective, and sleek. The magnets are strong, but we may purchase a neoprene cover to keep it solid during transport.

Loving my new keyboard for iPad 2. It looks super sleek and shiny. Keys are comfortable to feel under your fingers and type, in addition, there are several shortcuts so you don't miss the mouse....

The case is really ultra thin and light and it attaches the same way than the smart cover but the back is even better: it protects, goes in sleep mode and it looks just like the back of the iPad..... sweet!!!

Great positioning to watch movie and read too..... Definitely an iPad PLUS !
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I've had this keyboard for about 2 months now and I absolutely love it. It works perfectly every time I go to use it. Just flip the switch and in about 2 seconds you can start typing. So great.

My one qualm with the keyboard is the glossy finish on the top. I'd rather it be a matte finish because the glossy finish gathers fingerprints incredibly quick. They are easy to wipe off, it's just a pain. But, really, that's the worst thing about this product and it's pretty nit-picky.

Overall, it's better than even using the basic Apple bluetooth keyboard because of its design, ability to double as a cover, and fantastic battery life.

first, to address the user that said the magnets were not strong enough: i suggest you return yours. I can hold my "the new" iPad by the sides and the keyboard will dangle sufficiently securely that I am never worried it will fall off. i don't particularly have occasion to hold it like this...but, the point is the magnets are fine. yours may be misaligned, or otherwise damaged.

if there are any nitpicks, I'd say that using the iPad in portrait mode with the device is an afterthought. ok, clearly there is no magnet in the iPad in this orientation. no, no marks against for the fact that it cannot be secured as it is in landscape. but, there is a little strip of rubber in the slot of the keyboard which is apparently there to hold the iPad in place when in portrait. I come to this conclusion because mine fell out. the adhesive is not very good and the rubber strip began to slide almost from day one. now, some months later the strip of rubber is simply gone--and now the iPad will not stay in the keyboard in portrait mode...the iPad is too top-heavy and it just falls rearward.

again, that's just a nitpick because when in portrait mode, i prefer to just hold the iPad alone, and I put the keyboard away in a 3rd party neoprene case (that just happens to hold both the keyboard and iPad together very nicely). even when the rubber strip was still in the keyboard, the whole keyboard/iPad in portraid combo was very top-heavy and did not inspire confidence that the whole thing would crumble in my hands at any moment. again, just a nitpick and doesnt even warrant losing a star.

as to the rest of the device, it i just perfect. there is not one thing i would change. the aluminum back matches the iPad's aluminum color perfectly. when used in "cover mode" the two pieces are essentially one, with great protection for the screen of the iPad. the keyboard and its shortcuts are very mac-like and become second nature almost immediately.

i've tried the first logitech keyboard (920-003402) and one by newtrent IMP48S. Neither of these can hold a candle to this unit. I would not hesitate to buy this again.

I was comparing the Zapp case and this new Logitech unit and found that the feature that really sold me on this was how easy it is to remove the iPad from the magnetic keyboard. I only use the keyboard 15-20% of the time I use the iPad but at those times I need it for some real text entry. Keyboard is very high quality and has lasted for months without needing a charge. When closed up the magnets that hold on the keyboard work better than my smart cover and when setup the angle for typing is perfect to me. If you're looking for a keyboard this is the best one I have found after trying quite a few.

With the amount of word processing, slideshows, and spreadsheets I work on for my profession (academia), the Logitech keyboard cover for iPad has transformed my iPad from a mostly consumption device to a creation device. Since this purchase, my laptop stays at home. The case is durable, keyboard layout is easy to become accustomed to and creates a pleasant long-term typing experience. Short cut keys are intuitive as well. Minor scratches may result from placing the cover down on questionable surfaces but is expected. Battery life is incredible. No regrets with this product.