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Logitech on Tuesday announced preorders for the Slim Folio Pro, a still-rare example of a keyboard case for Apple's latest iPad Pros.
The keyboard is backlit, and includes Logitech's standard row of iOS-specific shortcuts for commands like volume, Logitech said. Despite being built for Pros, it connects via Bluetooth instead of the Smart Connector — this does however let it run without draining an iPad's battery, lasting for up to three months per charge.
Another Pro accommodation is exposed sides, letting users attach the second-generation Apple Pencil wherever they feel like. When not in use the Pencil is held in place with a magnetic latch.
Thought meant for typing the case can also be adjusted into a sketching position that covers the keyboard, but lays flatter against a desk or lap.
The Slim Folio Pro is due to ship later this month, costing $119.99 for 11-inch iPad Pros and $129.99 for 12.9-inch iPads.
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I'm not sure that I get this: The Logitech Slim keyboard we bought for our Gen6 iPad is good -- it's designed well, constructed well and works well. But, it is considerably thicker and heavier than the Apple keyboards for the Pro line. While the biggest / only technical difference is bluetooth versus a smart connector (which to me is no difference at all) the Logitech keyboard adds a ton of bulk and weight to the iPad.
I would love to hear AI's take on comparing the two.
This looks so much better than the Logitech keyboard case for the previous generation iPad pros. I think they’ll get my money.
No way I'd buy it with it using bluetooth, but I like everything else about it.
This case looks pretty good. When I buy my 12.9 next year it will be between Brydge and this probably.