Belkin releases Portable Keyboard Case for iPad mini
November 27, 2012
Belkin's Portable Keyboard Case for iPad mini
Image Gallery (2 images)Electronics and computer peripherals company Belkin has released a new portable keyboard case for the iPad mini which promises to bring both a level of protection, and a physical keyboard to Apple's diminutive tablet.
The keyboard connects to the iPad mini via Bluetooth, and an on-board rechargeable battery is said to be good for 155 hours of active use. The keyboard itself folds flat when not in use for easier transport, and there are also iPad-centric shortcut keys for easier media control, in addition to a camera cutout.
A well-designed iPad mini keyboard case could potentially be a boon to frequent travelers looking for a lightweight machine who are weary of touchscreen typing. However, just how comfortable it is to type on such a small layout remains to be seen – one imagines a user experience similar to those very small netbooks which were popular in recent years.
The Portable Keyboard Case will set you back US$79.99.
Source: Belkin via Far East Gizmos
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Is there any issue with the keys scratching the screen of the tablet here, though?
Bob Fately28th November, 2012 @ 09:41 am PST
Bob,
I could see scratching with the Zagg keyboard case but not the Belkin or Kensington keyboards. Here's why: http://case-cafe.com/best-ipad-mini-keyboard-cases
It never hurts to get a screen protector though!
Matthew Simpson4th January, 2013 @ 10:23 pm PST
Good Review
Facebook User9th January, 2013 @ 07:50 am PST
I would like to share one more choice that I got for my iPad Mini as well because I think the more choices,the better for us. This White Shark Keyboard Case is great for iPad Mini. It is detachable keyboard case. When I only need the keyboard,then I take the keyboard;when I only need the case,I just take the case.It is awesome."
Amaizin Rai13th January, 2013 @ 12:17 am PST
It seems like Megagear keyboard case is pretty nice too
Aldwin Chan19th January, 2013 @ 07:37 am PST
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Yeah this looks like the best iPad mini keyboard case available right now. It does look smooth and luxurious. There's some other ones here: http://www.squidoo.com/best-ipad-mini-keyboard-cases
I'm a little worried about the super-reflective screen. I'm heading to Hawaii in a couple of months and if I can't use it on a lanai then I might trade it in.
Matthew Simpson27th November, 2012 @ 04:47 pm PST