Logitech iPad Slim Folio: Case with Wireless Keyboard with Bluetooth (Black) - iPad 5th and 6th generation (2018 release)

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Product slightly used, key fell off already and the sellers return window has been closed since October 7, 2017. We paid $99.00 for this item and we only got one months use out of it. It is defective and we should be given the option to return the item. Thank you.

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Nice and slim and easy to type on - much better than average typing "feel" despite the reduced keyboard width necessary to match the narrow iPad width (the iPad is only 9.7" versus typical small laptops with 11.6" screens, so there is less available width for the keyboard). I like it much better than the Belkin Qode I have on an older iPad due to the Logitechs more rational keyboard layout. Unfortunately, the Belkin Qode puts some commonly used punctuation marks into odd places - the Logitech puts them in the expected positions and doesnt require a function (Fn) key to access them. Pluses and minuses: + iPad 2017 (probably 2018 too) plus Logitech Slim Folio => great cafe/travel laptop. Bright multi-angle IPS screen, thin, light, compact, super battery life. Nothing else competes in this combined price range ($249-$329 for the iPad itself, depending on Black Friday sales, plus $80 or so for this Logitech). + iPad "Apps" are cheap compared to full-blown Windows/Mac applications, and there are a lot more of them filling some pretty specialized niches. Between the standard 32gb of the 2017/2018 iPads, and the fact that most Apps save their data "in the cloud" instead of on the iPad, a modern iPad can have more useful apps on it. Word Mobile is free, Google Docs is free and outstandingly multi-platform, multi-device, and auto-syncing. Android should compete in this tablet space, but it dropped the ball. + Main conventional laptop competition is an 11.6" Chromebook, maybe an 11.6" budget Windows 10 laptop. They have vastly inferior screens for video watching. + The browser and App experiences on a 9.7" iPad are GREAT because most web pages, web apps, and certainly iPad Apps are optimized nest for the 9.7" iPad because it has been around so long and Apple has sold so many. The screen is easy to see, read, and use, even though only 9.7". + The Logitech Slim Folio fixes the one iPad 9.7 user problem: the onscreen keyboard that obscures most of the screen when in use, and isnt easy to type on anyway. Did I mention autocorrect typos? - & + The Slim Folio doesnt have a trackpad - because the iPad cant connect to one - but has arrow keys to save you some frustrating screen tapping. - The Slim Folio inevitably "fattens up" the iPad. Cant be helped, just keep it in mind. It works much better after installation as a mini laptop than as a tablet. + & - Other reviewers have complained about battery life on the Slim Folio.I havent had problem. Setting the iPad into typing position automatically turns the keyboard on and off. The "watch" style batteries should be sufficient given modern low energy Bluetooth technology. Even if you have to replace them more often than Logitechs probably optimistic estimate, an 8 pack of the 2032 batteries is just $2.99 at Ikea, 2 or 3 go for just $2-$3 from Amazon and other retail outlets. I prefer watch batteries, which havent started any known fires, vs. rechargeables, which sometimes fail in spectacular fashion. I think TSA and airlines are happier with old-style single use batteries too. + Turns itself off automatically when keyboard cover is closed, or keyboard is folded to the rear for tablet mode. Goes into sleep mode..eventually. + Screen angle is ok for typing and casual video watching, not perfect for serious video watching unless you prop the keyboard front up. But then, the keyboard is active and battery draining, so better to fold keyboard to rear then hold the tablet or prop it up on the desk...or buy that cheap 8-pack of Ikea replacement batteries. - Cant use rear camera when keyboard is folded back. But you can work around this by leaving it in laptop mode or turning sideways and holding it like a book. - Keys are not waterproof or backlighted. But I only see backlighting on Surface (Microsoft Surface) tablet keyboards and other more expensive laptops. You arent going to get backlighting in the typical $400 kit. As for waterproofing, thats available low-end now - in Chromebooks marketed to schools, because they demand it. But its still very rare overall. - Screen jiggles when you touch it for swipes and taps. Nobody has solved this problem satisfactorily, even on most touch screen laptops. + No obvious keyboard wake up issues or keystroke lag. + Keyboards is decently quiet. Should be lecture auditorium-worthy. My first unit was an obvious return - battery protecting film sheet had been removed and it wouldnt pair despite multiple attempts (either defective or not enough battery juice to stay in pairing mode long enough to pair). My second unit, ordered specifically from Amazon, paired instantly just by moving it into laptop position (the iPad battery activates the on switch). All I had to do was turn on the iPad first and go into Settings => Bluetooth => pair, then move the iPad edge into typing position on the magnetic strip. Re-pairings with other iPads will require holding down the power button to re-pair. NOTE on alternate keyboards: My favorite alternate keyboard is the Apple Macintosh compact Wireless Bluetooth Keyboard, specifically the version powered by 2 removable AA alkaline batteries. Heres the Amazon link for the Certified Refurbished version that is usually around $40: Apple Wireless Keyboard with Bluetooth - Silver (Certified Refurbished) . I have used the official Apple keyboard successfully with ALL my iDevices. It wakes virtually instantly and never drops key strokes or lags. Battery life is phenomenal, but after all it has AA batteries. Its light and compact for travel, but a tad big for dragging out with me for coffee. For local cafe use the Logitech Slim Folio is king. For a student, it is light and compact with great battery life and a very compact charger and cable. For overseas travel, I would use the Logitech in transit but carry the Apple compact keyboard for more serious extended in-hotel use (in other words, for regular laptop/desktop substitution). In that scenario, the Logitech isnt a good match - its too narrow and cramped Whats a beautiful compromise for local cafe use, with my real work done at home on a conventional computer, begins to show its shortcomings for extended, immobile, desktop use in a hotel. Once I accept the need for an Apple desktop keyboard (dont be scared by "desktop" - its more compact and lighter than the Microsoft travel keyboard), I need to rethink my "tablet stand" options. The Logitech could be used by un-pairing and removing the batteries to prevent drain, but I think Id rather use the MoKo Case for iPad 9.7 2018/2017 - Slim-Fit Multi-angle Folio Cover Case with Auto Wake/Sleep for Apple iPad 9.7 Inch (iPad 5, iPad 6), BLACK for holding the iPad up on my desk - it has multiple, and better, viewing angles for both typing and video watching since it doesnt have to reserve space for the keyboard. Its not like that second case would weight too much, or take up too much space in my checked luggage; and changing from one iPad case to another is, literally, a "snap". iPads and their accessory cases are very cool, and allow for a lot of personalized adaptation to individual usage scenarios. Thats why I like them so much!

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Like the most? Good quality hard cover for a shop environment. Good fit for the device. the keyboard has a good feel to it. The battery’s are said to last years. (No charging) Like the least? This is the second case that I recieved. The first had 2 of the keys come loose so I got a replacement from Amazon without any problem. The second case has already had the [ key fall out. This time I managed to find all of the parts but there doesn’t seem to be anyway to repair it so I guess I will be returning this case also. bummer. One note, I have owned Logitech products before, first time I’ve had any problems with there products.

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I have to withdraw my pr virus review — I screwed up. This case is not designed for my iPad. I confused the model number in the picture that shows you how to find the model number with the actual,model numbers this case supports. Stupid me. 4 stars because no Apple Pencil holder and the place when the iPad meets the keyboard does not lock in place.

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Pretty pathetic! I have worn out several ipad keyboards so I have a lot of experience with them. This one had no way to hold the ipad in place when in the “typing mode”. So it would just fall down every time I tried to set it up. Also I think it’s pretty stupid to have a “bluetooth” keyboard that has to be mounted in place in order to make a connection with the ipad. I also like removing the ipad from the keyboard and still be able to type. No matter what this was a complete failure. Does anyone make a good bluetooth keyboard/case for an Ipad? All I can find are junk.

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The keys are nicely spaced. There is not backlit keys. The position is not ideal. Its only a few degrees from completely being vertical. I lole to position the iPad screen a bit layed back Id possible but not with this case. See photo.

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Logitech has the best customer service I’ve ever experienced. Great keyboard case, works perfectly. However there was a little strip that appeared to be there solely for cosmetics that was coming off. It’s possible one of my kids accelerated its demise, I wasn’t sure, so I contacted them via their online support. All I wanted to know was if it was ok to pull it off or if I could try and reglue it on? They sent me a brand new keyboard case! And then about 3-4 months later I dropped my case and iPad (yikes). My iPad was completely fine, but one of the keys snapped off as a result and I wasn’t able to reattach on my own. So I contacted Logitech again...to see if it was possible to reattach and/or to see if I could order a replacement key. Guess what?...they send me ANOTHER brand new keyboard case! I couldn’t believe it. I don’t recommend mistreating your purchases, but they really really stand behind their products. I am impressed. I will continue to buy Logitech accessories whenever possible. I would highly recommend registering your Logitech products as soon as you get them. I think that has contributed greatly to my excellent customer service experience.

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This is a very good keyboard and folio case for the regular 9.7" iPad (not the iPad Pro). The case is a little bigger than my ideal, but it does protect the iPad pretty well. The keyboard action is very good imho. A decent amount of travel and very "clicky" instead of mushy. I saw complaints about keys falling off. One time during my first week with this case/keyboard I accidentally let the keyboard "flop" onto the tabletop when opening it. The iPad was resting on the table, so its not like a dropped the whole thing. But it was enough of an impact that the little key in the upper left (with the tilde) popped off. I was able to snap it back on and since it has been fine, knock wood.

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Maybe it is a fluke or flaw in the design of this one particular unit, but despite the fact that the description says it will fit the iPad 6th generation, it was too small. Only by a small amount, but it was enough that it still did not fit. Ipad would not snap into place and kept slipping out, and I was not about to subject the iPad or the case to breakage, by forcing it to fit. I returned for a refund and ended up finding a different case with keyboard that fit correctly and has more features as far as swivel and a lighted keyboard, for over $30 less and I really like that one!

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I bought this case/keyboard in Feb of this year, and about 2 weeks ago noticed the bottom corners holding in the ipad have both cracked. I don’t use my iPad often, maybe once or twice a day to respond to emails, and I don’t travel with it daily so I know it isn’t normal wear and tear. I am really disappointed that I spent nearly $100 for something that only lasted 4 months. I wish it could be replaced!

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