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Logitech unveils ultra-thin keyboard cover for the latest iPad

by Alistair Lowe on 18 April 2012, 09:40

Tags: Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL), Logitech (NASDAQ:LOGI)

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Though it still doesn't quite achieve the smooth folding motion we all enjoy from a standard netbook or ASUS Transformer tablet, Logitech has made progress in offering up a keyboard attachment for the iPad that is lightweight and about as space intrusive as a typical smart cover.

Logitech Ultrathin Keyboard Cover

The new keyboard dubbed the 'Logitech Ultrathin Keyboard Cover', features an aluminium rear-side and is capable of of fitting flush and securely to the iPad thanks to a magnetic strip, effectively protecting the device's screen and offering the instant on/off functionality of a smart cover.

Logitech Ultrathin Keyboard Cover

The keyboard communicates over Bluetooth, with Logitech claiming a six-month battery-life based on an average use of two hours a day; a Micro-USB port is present for charging. Despite Logitech's front-page claims, the keyboard cover is compatible with both the second and third generation iPads.

The Logitech Ultrathin Keyboard Cover is priced at £89.99 on Logitech's website - so expect a slightly better price on Amazon. Stock should hopefully hit the shelves before the month's end.



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…or just buy a netbook?
I see your point, but netbooks are basically abysmal. Slow CPU, very low res TN panel screen, appalling GPU, and they tend to run full desktop OS. Not a great combination.

An Asus Eee Pad Slider is a more logical alternative.
For the cost of an iPad 3 + £90 keyboard, you could get something a bit better than the average netbook - something in an 11.6“ or 13.3” with low-voltage iX - and Trinity's ULV versions should be making their way into small/slim notebooks too. There are (IMNSHO, of course) far better ways to spend that kind of money on computing purchases…
robertirwin
…or just buy a netbook?

lol my thoughts exactly!
Fraz
I see your point, but netbooks are basically abysmal. Slow CPU, very low res TN panel screen, appalling GPU, and they tend to run full desktop OS. Not a great combination.

An Asus Eee Pad Slider is a more logical alternative.

I would like to disagree with you on this point - I have deployed to date 768 netbooks to our students and staff, they have ample power to run all of our applications - CS4/Serif/Office2010/AppV/SIMS ect… and fully integrate into our domain for logins/printer deployment/GPO's/Shared Areas. The only thing missing is a touch-screen (but then who wants to edit a picture with finger prints all over your screen!) just my opinion of course :)