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Apple Smart Keyboard: iPad keyboard and case for iPad Pro 10.5-inch, iPad Air (3rd generation), and iPad (7th, 8th, and 9th generation), comfortable typing experience, US English - Black

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Brand	Apple
Compatible Devices	iPad (7th Generation), iPad Air (3rd Generation), iPad Pro 10.5-inch, iPad (9th Generation), iPad (8th Generation) See more
Connectivity Technology	Magnetic, Smart Connector
Keyboard Description	Multi Functional
Recommended Uses For Product	Everyday Use
Special Feature	Ergonomic, Foldable
Color	Charcoal
Number of Keys	64
Keyboard backlighting color support	Single Color
Style	US English

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WHY SMART KEYBOARD — Smart Keyboard delivers a comfortable typing experience wherever you are and converts into a slim, durable front cover when you’re on the go. No charging or pairing required. Simply attach it and start typing.
COMPATIBILITY — Smart Keyboard works with iPad (7th, 8th, and 9th generation); iPad Air (3rd generation); and iPad Pro 10.5‑inch.
KEYBOARD LANGUAGES — Arabic, British English, Chinese (Pinyin), Chinese (Zhuyin), Danish, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish (Latin America), Spanish (Spain), Swiss, Ukrainian, US English.
TYPE OR WATCH — Thin and light folding design features a comfortable keyboard, and when you’re done, it folds to create a slim, lightweight cover.
PROTECTIVE KEYBOARD AND CASE — When you’re done using it, Smart Keyboard folds to create a slim, durable cover that provides front protection.

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Size	Full-Size Keyboard
Protection	Front

Color	Black
Compatibility	iPad (9th, 8th and 7th generation), iPad 10.5-inch and iPad Air (3rd generation)
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Apple Smart Keyboard for iPad (9th, 8th and 7th Generation) and iPad Air (3rd Generation) - US English

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Customers like the ease of installation and use of the keyboard. They mention that it's easy to connect and use, and is super convenient. Customers also appreciate the quality and connectivity of the product. They say it'll connect seamlessly and that it connects and disconnects with ease. They are also satisfied with the weight. However, some customers have mixed opinions on protection, value, size, and performance.

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127 customers mention "Quality"102 positive25 negative

Customers like the quality of the keyboard. They say it's truly smart, convenient, and a decent addition for a tablet. Some say the keys are ok and the keyboard is a great complement to their iPad.

"...The keys have just the right amount of responsiveness. Every tap is like the keyboard is reading my mind, making typing feel effortless and smooth...." Read more

"...The keyboard fits my small hands perfectly and is much, much easier and faster to use than the onscreen keyboard...." Read more

"Refurbished. Came packaged like new. Looks new. Working well. Good to save a few dollars when you can." Read more

"Easy magnetic attachment. Keys work smoothly but there is no backlight." Read more

49 customers mention "Ease of installation"49 positive0 negative

Customers find the installation of the keyboard to be easy. They say it's intuitive, quick, and convenient. Some mention that it connects and disconnects from the iPad, making it easy to watch how-to videos or use Apple Music. They also say there's no configuration to do and it connect right away, making them ready to work immediately.

"...The keyboard fits my small hands perfectly and is much, much easier and faster to use than the onscreen keyboard...." Read more

"...and hold just the pad in your hands, you can do all of that very quickly and easily. That, I think, are the smarts in this design...." Read more

"I do like the keys, they are quiet and easy to use, but the whole thing is too floppy and hard to reassemble if it comes off its magnetic attachment..." Read more

"The keyboard is small but easy to use. It is easy to attach to iPad magnetically and stays attached. The connection is good...." Read more

45 customers mention "Weight"40 positive5 negative

Customers like the weight of the keyboard. They mention that it's not bulky at all, it'll fit in their other case, and it'd be easy to pack up. They also say that typing doesn't feel small on the keyboard, and that it fits in their iPad case.

"...Despite that, I'm still really pleased with this keyboard. It's slim, it's sleek, and it attaches to the iPad like they're two peas in a pod...." Read more

"...The Amazon price is decent, especially if you want to have a very slim, very convenient keyboard that you never have to charge right at your..." Read more

"...to pair, no batteries required, powered from the iPad. c. Easy to pack up and throw in a back pack, attached or unattached to your iPad...." Read more

"...The keyboard has to be one of the lightest that was made, and I love the fact that it gets its power from the iPad - there’s no charging required..." Read more

19 customers mention "Connectivity"16 positive3 negative

Customers like the connectivity of the keyboard. They say it connects seamlessly, has good signal, and pairs automatically. Some like the smart connector and the value of the product.

"...1. Compact a. It easily connects and disconnects via the quick connect magnets on the iPad Air 3rd gen b. Seamless signal connection,..." Read more

"...It is easy to attach to iPad magnetically and stays attached. The connection is good...." Read more

"...it now from the iPad, but this is very easy to do, it connects and disconnects with ease, magnetically/magicly...." Read more

"...I just start typing on it. No need to pair, no need to charge - charges when you charge your Ipad. Keyboard has a super nice feel to it...." Read more

74 customers mention "Performance"48 positive26 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the performance of the keyboard. Some mention that it connects right away and works well, while others say that it stopped working properly, and is glitchy.

"...It's a solid, well-performing keyboard that might just make you forget about your laptop...." Read more

"...really enjoy everything about this keyboard except it has already stopped working twice...." Read more

"...It works seamlessly with my IPad Pro, and I love it. Worth. Every. Penny." Read more

"Refurbished. Came packaged like new. Looks new. Working well. Good to save a few dollars when you can." Read more

43 customers mention "Value"22 positive21 negative

Customers are mixed about the value of the keyboard. Some mention it's great value for money and worth the extra cost, while others say it'd be disappointing for the price, very cheap, and flimsy.

"Refurbished. Came packaged like new. Looks new. Working well. Good to save a few dollars when you can." Read more

"Work well. Apple products always work well, yet are Overpriced." Read more

"...The Amazon price is decent, especially if you want to have a very slim, very convenient keyboard that you never have to charge right at your..." Read more

"...Yes, this Apple keyboard is a bit pricey BUT add up all the junk I purchased in the past and I could have bought this right off the bat. Cheap me!..." Read more

35 customers mention "Protection"12 positive23 negative

Customers are mixed about the protection of the keyboard. Some mention that it does a great job of protecting the screen, while others say that it doesn't provide full protection for the iPad. Some say that the back of the iPad isn't protected at all by this case, and that the Smart Keyboard is flimsy and not at all protective of the IPad Screen.

"...It isn't. I am also a little disappointed that the back of the iPad isn't protected at all by this case -- it isn't a folio...." Read more

"...The connection is good. It closes over the screen and serves a very good protector, stays closed...." Read more

"...to metal surfaces and does NOT slide around! c. Does NOT provide full protection for the iPad, leading to “d.” below. d. I plan on..." Read more

"...The keyboard itself seems to be great. However, there is no protection for the tablet...." Read more

22 customers mention "Size"15 positive7 negative

Customers are mixed about the size of the keyboard. Some mention it attaches to the iPad easily, while others say it's smaller with fewer features and a small footprint. The keyboard is almost too small for comfort, but it'll do for typing a letter.

"...It's slim, it's sleek, and it attaches to the iPad like they're two peas in a pod. Since I've started using it, my laptop has been collecting dust...." Read more

"...Takes a bit to get it to fit correctly. Once you get it - easy attach. And detach… good quality. Fits perfect" Read more

"...The keyboard is almost too small for comfort, but it's nice when typing a letter or such...." Read more

"The keyboard is small but easy to use. It is easy to attach to iPad magnetically and stays attached. The connection is good...." Read more

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Sean Callahan

Nearly Perfect Typing Companion/laptop replacement

Reviewed in the United States on January 28, 2024

Style: US EnglishColor: CharcoalVerified Purchase

I recently got the Apple Smart Keyboard for my iPad, and I have to say, it's been a game-changer for me. As someone who writes a lot, I was looking for something that could potentially replace my laptop. And guess what? This keyboard has done just that.

First off, the feel of this keyboard is fantastic. The keys have just the right amount of responsiveness. Every tap is like the keyboard is reading my mind, making typing feel effortless and smooth. It's a real joy to use, especially for long writing sessions.

But here's the catch – it's not backlit. I often find myself working late into the night, and not having that backlight is a bit of a letdown. It's like having a sports car without headlights – it's great, but you can't fully enjoy it when it gets dark.

Despite that, I'm still really pleased with this keyboard. It's slim, it's sleek, and it attaches to the iPad like they're two peas in a pod. Since I've started using it, my laptop has been collecting dust. The convenience of just popping my iPad into this keyboard and getting down to business is unbeatable.

So, if you're considering the Apple Smart Keyboard for your iPad and you're a daytime writer or you've got a good lamp, I'd say go for it. It's a solid, well-performing keyboard that might just make you forget about your laptop. Just keep in mind the lack of backlighting if you're a night owl like me.

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Pat Jones

You need this!

Reviewed in the United States on June 29, 2024

Style: US EnglishColor: CharcoalVerified Purchase

This is the second Smart Keyboard for my IPad Pro, and I can’t live without it! My first one lasted for six years with daily use, and when it finally gave out last week I couldn’t wait to replace it with exactly the same one. The keyboard fits my small hands perfectly and is much, much easier and faster to use than the onscreen keyboard. It works seamlessly with my IPad Pro, and I love it. Worth. Every. Penny.

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Kay B.

Works just fine.

Reviewed in the United States on July 30, 2024

Style: US EnglishColor: CharcoalVerified Purchase

Refurbished. Came packaged like new. Looks new. Working well. Good to save a few dollars when you can.

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Freegrl23

I love my keyboard

Reviewed in the United States on August 4, 2024

Style: US EnglishColor: CharcoalVerified Purchase

Easy magnetic attachment. Keys work smoothly but there is no backlight.

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The Rev Ari

Pretty good design

Reviewed in the United States on June 25, 2020

Style: US EnglishColor: CharcoalVerified Purchase

I have tried and reviewed two keyboards recently for the 7th Gen iPad. One I did not like at all, and then there's this one.

This design is clearly well thought out. I was disappointed because I misread that this one was backlit. It isn't. I am also a little disappointed that the back of the iPad isn't protected at all by this case -- it isn't a folio. However, it ends up having a slight advantage by not being a folio -- the cover is removable easily and quickly when you don't need it, and there is as little bulk as possible. This is hardly bigger/heavier than a simple front cover with no keyboard.

Those of you who have had iPads for years will remember the first "covers" that ever came out were pretty much just like this -- a magnetic flap that covers only the screen portion of the iPad. I assume those still exist. I've only used the folio version the past 7+ years, myself. I hate the idea of the back getting damaged from regular use or dropping.

That said, I don't think you could design a keyboard cover any better than this one. It folds two ways, one with the keyboard in front of the screen and one way with the keyboard behind. When the cover is folded over either way, the hard plastic of the keys does NOT touch either the front or the back of the iPad. That's good design! The other, much cheaper, folio I bought and reviewed scratched my screen when it was closed. Yuck.

One thing I really appreciate about this keyboard is that it does not need charging or a Bluetooth connection. That is one less cable to worry about and the keyboard will never run out of power while you're using it. The way the cover connects is securely via the magnets on the side of the iPad. I suppose were it backlit, it would draw more power from the iPad. As it is, this keyboard is impossible to use in dark rooms if you don't touch-type, but fine in average-lit rooms or daylight. Honestly, I don't do that much writing on the iPad, but when I do, this works much better than the onscreen keyboard.

The keyboard is touted to be "full sized" but it falls a bit short of the width and height of full-sized Air keyboard. The action is pretty stiff, but the layout is such that you're not randomly hitting extra keys or functions. The delete and shift keys are where your hands expect them to be. I've owned some other third-party iPad keyboards that stuffed in random function keys or made the right shift key too small, so I always had to look at my hands rather than touch-type.

I do not think I would have paid full price for this keyboard, especially since it isn't backlit. The Amazon price is decent, especially if you want to have a very slim, very convenient keyboard that you never have to charge right at your fingertips. It definitely makes the iPad even more portable and functional. Whether you want to use the iPad to view videos at almost 90 degrees, to write with the keyboard at around 50 degrees, or take the cover completely off and hold just the pad in your hands, you can do all of that very quickly and easily. That, I think, are the smarts in this design.

I'll be looking for some sort of back cover or film, though, that fits with this cover. That way, the metal will be protected even when the front cover is off.

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MusicMan

Love this keyboard! Well designed, sealed keyboard by Apple

Reviewed in the United States on October 4, 2020

Style: US EnglishColor: CharcoalVerified Purchase

I started out with a 3rd party keyboard because of its features and ended up disappointed by its flaws. The Apple Smart Keyboard is great!!

According to Apple, this Apple Smart Keyboard is covered under the iPad's Apple Care+, if you purchased it.

While not a full folio, the Apple Smart keyboard offers many benefits:

1. Compact
a. It easily connects and disconnects via the quick connect magnets on the iPad Air 3rd gen
b. Seamless signal connection, no Bluetooth to pair, no batteries required, powered from the iPad.
c. Easy to pack up and throw in a back pack, attached or unattached to your iPad.

2. Keyboard Shortcuts
a. The shortcuts will spoil you and make you more productive. Very useful!
b. Besides all the usual cmd key shortcuts, there’s a group of Tab key shortcuts, too!
c. Customizable keyboard shortcuts via the iPad Settings
d. Great for foreign language typing as well as native language typing.

3. The Smart Keyboard as a folio/stand/holder
a. Makes a nice viewing angle when used as a stand in landscape mode
b. Magnetic, so it sticks to metal surfaces and does NOT slide around!
c. Does NOT provide full protection for the iPad, leading to “d.” below.
d. I plan on getting some kind of full case to hold and protect both the iPad and Smart Keyboard,
Then I will transport them attached together and toss the unit in a backpack or carrying bag.
e. The entire keyboard and folio are fully sealed to keep out dirt, dust, and liquids.
f. When folded up, the keys never come in contact with the screen.

Finally, if you combine the keyboard with a mouse your productivity and ease of use will go up even more. And, you’ll keep your fingerprints, skin oil and dirt from ever contacting the screen. With the keyboard and mouse, it’s extremely rare I ever touch the screen now. FYI, the Apple Magic Mouse accommodates screen/trackpad gestures right on the mouse.

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Luis Fajardo

Estaba un poco dudoso sobre la compra, pero la realidad lo vale

Reviewed in Mexico on May 3, 2023

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Compré el iPad para la escuela 9 generación, cheque el modelo para ver si modelo para ver la compatibilidad del teclado.
Los materiales muy buenos, el teclado se siente suave.
Es original el teclado de Apple, se conecto al instante ya que es magnético. Sirve como funda, solo le falta la parte de atrás y una buena mica de hidrogel.
Solo me faltaría el lápiz y queda algo mejor