I received the ZAGG WIRELESS KEYBOARD AND DETACHABLE CASE for Apple IPad Pro 11” about a week ago.
I started using it immediately with the iPad pro 11” 3rd GEN, 2021.
I was pretty impressed with the size of each key and the size of the keyboard in general. I have nothing to compare it to however, as it relates to the size of other keyboards for the iPad Pro.
I have had 2 keyboards for tablets before this one. Neither were for an IPad Pro. Both were universal keyboards, with the ability to be used on more than one model of iPad. You can not make all people happy with one size fits all. This ZAGG KEYBOARD 11” for iPad Pro 11” First Gen 2018, 2nd Gen 2020, 3rd Gen 2021, is focused on one model tablet. However, it includes multiple generations. In my opinion, that is the way to go.
I do not have large hands or fingers, however I think it should accommodate most hands. I like that the features are similar to a desktop or laptop computer.
I liked how easy it was to pair and the ability to pair to a secondary device. The backlighting, and the colors are nice in low light.
The magnet strips which secure the iPad in place seemed to hold The iPad fairly secure. It was easy to move the iPad off the magnetic strip. There are two strip locations. I am not sure why two are needed, however, there was no information on the workings of the ZAGG KEYBOARD AND DETACHABLE FOLIO 11” included.
Some other points;
It is nice to have a narrow focus. With a small business, office, or home focus, if you have personnel with different models and sizes of ipad, it can be costly to accommodate all who wish the versatility of a keyboard folio. It would then be more practical to have a more versatile keyboard for various sizes and models to help if you have other iPads to be able to pair with. I found that for my needs, this ZAGG KEYBOARD AND DETACHABLE FOLIO for iPad Pro 11, fits this single user perfectly.
I found that the keys sometimes did not make the connection so that the characters you just keyed in were visible. I had to re-key until the connection.
It is a little heavy to carry the iPad in the keyboard folio when traveling. However, it is not like it is difficult to do.
I did not receive any information on this unit in the packaging. I had to call the ZAGG customer service to ask a couple questions.
I also did not receive any charging cord. That seemed strange. I asked customer service about it, and they said I should just use my charging cord with my iPad. I know that would seem logical. However, for the price listed for the ZAGG KEYBOARD WITH DETACHABLE FOLIO (CASE) for iPad Pro 11” 1st, 2nd, 3rd generation, In my opinion it has a price point that warrants one.
The Customer Rep said it holds a charge for a long time. He mentioned a year. I find that hard to believe. I did try to find an online manual. I did not find it. Probably user error; meaning me.
There was also no literature in the box, which I expected.
I have not figured out if there is a print function. I assume I must use the touch screen.
I like the back row of function keys that brings up the screen keyboard, has the volume, fast forward etc for videos, will drop or single out a page so I can swipe it from running in background, and one drops an open screen back in place. The back row also has the power key. There is a function key in the first row that is used with the Bluetooth set up keys in the back row.
Overall, I really like this ZAGG KEYBOARD AND DETACHABLE FOLIO for iPad Pro 11”. I also like that I can keep this all set up, just as I would a laptop or desktop computer. Then it is very easy to fold it up and take the keyboard and iPad with me.
