Must Have iPad Accessories - Bluetooth Keyboards

This Bluetooth keyboard is identical to the keyboard Apple packs with its desktop computers. It has full-size keys, with the same separation and these have the same travel.
If you have used any recent Apple keyboard, you alredy know what using this one is like.

It doesn't have the extra number and function keys, but this is a bonus for those who like to travel with this keyboard.
The Keyboard is very thin, except for the bulge that holds the batteries, and gives the keyboard a good angle to type on.
This Bluetooth Keyboard hasn't been designed specifically for use while on the go. There's no protection for the keys if you stuff it down in a backpack, and it's size is not particularly small. It's size probably matches the size of the iPad itself. Still, it can be used as a travel keyboard on occasion, but you'll find better options in this lens.

The Apple Wireless keyboard is a good option for people looking for a keyboard to use in a home office with their iPad. It really helps when you have to type large amounts of text, and looks sleek and stylish at the same time, fitting in perfectly with the looks of the tablet.

It's not the cheapest Bluetooth keyboard on the market, and certainly not ideal companion for travel, but it is still a keyboard that many iPad users should consider.

The first three accessories you'll want for your iPad are a stand to prop it up, a case to protect it, and an external keyboard.
Logitech has packed all three of them into a single accessory.
The keyboard sits in very light aluminum tray that you drop the iPad into. This protects the screen and all four edges, but it leaves the iPad's backplate entirely exposed. The case has cutouts for the iPad's docking port, so you don't have to remove the case to charge the tablet, and another cutout for the headphones jack. A rubber gasket on the inside edges firmly grips the iPad when you push the two together. The iPad fits tightly in the case, and it takes some effort to separate them with your fingertips.

The keyboard is vastly superior to the iPad's on-screen keyboard, and leaves free your display for your viewing pleasure.
Typing on this keyboard feels great, delivering excellent tactile feedback without making the slightest bit of noise.
Wireless performance is excellent, no latency or delays were detected.

Logitech Keyboard Case for iPad is a great keyboard and a very good case.

Setup with this Keyboard is extremely easy. Turn on bluetooth on iPad, turn on keyboard and press the connect button. Then you type in 4 digit key on theiPad and done. No need to repeat these steps ever again.
It is lighter and more compact than the Apple Wireless Keyboard, makiong The Targus a great travel companion.

Advantages to Apple Wireless:

• iPad specific function keys


• Portable - smaller and lighter than the Apple Wireless Keyboard


• Portrait and Landscape mode


• Mechanical on/off switch


• Switch to on-screen keyboard with just F5

The KeyFolio is made of high quality synthetic leather, it has a nice finish that looks so good you probably wouldn't notice it isn't leather until you touch it.
The iPad fits into a yoke on one side and the keyboard on the other. It's very easy to insert your iPad and it fits firmly.

Once the iPad is in place, open the case and prop up the tablet using the integrated stand. You can adjust the angle to your liking, and the iPad will not wobble unless the entire surface is unstable.
Turn on Bluetooth in the iPad, hit the connect button, and after entering a four digit code on the keyboard, you're ready to go.
The keyboard is made of a smooth rubber material that feels nice. It
The spacing between the keys is quite small. That may be a concern for those not used to typing on ultraportable computers.

There are several iPad-specific keys, above the numbers row. You can bring up the onscreen virtual keyboard, pause, fast forward, and reverse your music, mute the device, and increase or decrease the volume.

Battery seems endless, Kensington promises 90 hours of use and up to 100 days of standby. The KeyFolio comes with a USB to micro charging cable, but you won't be using it all that often.

The Kensington KeyFolio is a well made product that facilitates typing while protecting your gadget at the same time.

The New Trent IMP38B Airbender is a top notch case made of high quality hard plastic material that will give complete protection for your iPad.
The stand can be adjusted to your liking for a better view.

The keyboard provides good tactile feedback and the keys respond quickly. Latency or delays were not observed with the New Trent IMP38B Airbender.

A must have accessory for the road warriors that need that extra protection the New Trent IMP38B Airbender gives to your beloved gadget.

Flexible, waterproof and almost indestrutible. Roll it up and put it in your backpack!.
The battery recharges trough usb port, and if you have any other bluetooth enabled gadget around, it will work seamlesly with it. This company has a superb customer support, so if you have any problems with the keyboard, they'll replace at no cost.

If you need a keyboard you can take on the go and not have to worry about, this keyboard is a great option. The Menotek Wireless keyboard is so flexible that it can be rolled up into a tight bundle.

This Menotek Flexible Keyboard is the embodiment of every iPad's owners dream of being able to convert their tablet into a laptop when needed. Like most flexible iPad keyboards, some touch typists report difficulty typing with his setup due to "mushiness" of the key presses.

The Freedom Pro Bluetooth Keyboard could be considered Freedom's flagship product. The keyboard folds in half to make it as portable as possible while still giving you as much keyboard real estate as possible.
Hit the jump for my thoughts.

The Freedom Pro Bluetooth Portable Folding Keyboard folds itself in half, making it very portable. The keys are very close to being full size, tanks to this typing on this keyboard is a very comfortable experience.
The Freedom Pro has a number of keys dedicated to iPad/smartphone and multimedia features along its left side.

Value Added
Freedom provides a couple of different drivers for the Pro keyboard, each of which supports a different Bluetooth stack (Microsoft and Broadcom). I did experience some issues getting either of the drivers to work with my Tilt 2, presumably because of the alternate Bluetooth stack that HTC used. The only thing that you gain from using the driver is the availability of the shortcut keys and function keys. The Freedom Pro keyboard can simply be paired to your phone using the HID (Human Interface Device) Bluetooth Profile.

The biggest benefit of the Freedom Pro Keyboard is the ability to type comfortably on such a small Keyboard.

Designed to work with your Bluetooth-enabled iPad, this foldable keyboard will add little bulk to your portable experience.

The extremely thin profile keyboard folds in half and stores in stylish carrying case for maximum portability and protection. Perfect for, business travelers or anyone looking to crank up the productivity while typing. It has a lock switch wich prevents it from folding while in use.

It's been designed with the iPad in mind, simply turn on the Bluetooth on your iPad and you are ready to go.
The Verbatim 97537 has a built in media console to control your digital media with the touch of a button.

The battery in th Verbatim 97537 Wireless Bluetooth Mobile Keyboard seems to have no end, and the keyboard has a built in battery indicator light so you know when you are running out of power in advance.

The Matias Folding Keyboard is what yo need to turn your iPad into a productivity driving machine.
As you probably expect from the name, the Matias Keyboard folds in half and when opened it presents a full-size keyboard that works right out of the box. No special settings required to work with Windows or Linux. For iPad users, it requires a couple of seconds of confirming and setting some options.

The keys are really comfortable to type on, and the keyboard feels solid.
It features all the goodies of a full-sized keyboard, including function keys, status LEDs, and volume control buttons.

It ships with a decent carrying case as can be seen in the pictures below.
The only drawback is that the Matias Folding Keyboard doesn't always lock in the open position. This is not a problem when typing on hard surfaces, but when typing with the keyboard on your lap it creates an issue at times.

Overall, the Matias Folding Keyboard is the perfect addition to your portable arsenal.

The Flexible Bluetooth/Wireless Keyboard for Apple iPad is the cheap solution for those who like to work on the road. The wireless keyboard is a great travel companion for your iPad. Using bluetooth it's capable of conecting to all kind of bluetooth enabled gadgets.

It is waterproof so it makes it perfect to party with, as you won't have to worry about accidental spillages.

Typing on the Flexible Wireless Keyboard doesn't feel as comfortable as with other keyboards reviewed in this lens.

Overall, a decent flexible keyboard for the paid price.