![]() ![]() I like the Logitech "Slim" Folio, except for the way it is in "tablet mode" with the keyboard tucked behind. If you're the type of person who lugs around their iPad Pro everywhere and you want the most minimal looking keyboard case the Apple Smart Keyboard Folio is what we recommend you pick up. You can either use the iPad Pro's bundled USB-C charger or you can connect a USB-C cable to the output of the iPad Pro and charge directly from there - helpful for when away from an outlet. The Slim Folio Pro can last up to three months on a single charge and it charges via USB-C. The Apple Smart Keyboard runs off the iPad's battery using the smart connector, so battery life doesn't exist, technically. So just be aware of that if you're also considering using the Apple Pencil. That's not the case with Apple's Smart Keyboard due to its slimmer profile. You can also set both keyboards in "drawing" mode where the keyboard goes behind the iPad, but given the bigger footprint, and key travel on the Smart Folio Pro, pushing down on the iPad on either side of the device will make the iPad uneven at times and can be a bit frustrating when using the Apple Pencil. When you also fold the Smart Keyboard Folio behind the iPad, your hands come into contact with the keys which feels uncomfortable. You can dig deeper in our full review, but the short version is that when you want to use the folio in the vertical position for watching content, the keyboard still extends out the front a ways and takes up a large footprint compared to the previous generation. We really had a problem with Apple's new design of the Smart Keyboard Folio. The Logitech Slim Folio on the other hand only has one, but you can set it to a different angle by adjusting the back which gives you a more vertical view of the display. The Smart Keyboard has two different slots where it magnetically snaps the iPad into place. The tactile buttons, the throw, and backlit keys won us over.īoth keyboards allow for two different typing angles. Typing on the Smart Keyboard was great, but once we switched over to Logitech's Slim Folio Pro, it was a night and day difference. It features iOS shortcuts along the top - like a home button, spotlight and a lock/unlock button - which makes the device feel more "pro". The Keyboard is also backlit with two brightness options which is great for night time typing. Like we mentioned in our review, the keyboard feels great, and has plenty of travel, very reminiscent of Apple's MacBook keyboard before they switched over to their new butterfly switches. When it comes to functionality, and how the keyboards perform, the Slim Folio Pro is the clear winner here. The reason for this is that it houses a larger keyboard, a rechargeable battery, offers protection, and it uses different materials than Apple's Smart Keyboard. It's a lot thicker than the Smart Keyboard, and a lot heavier too. On the contrary, the Logitech Slim Folio Pro is not a "slim" device at all - despite the word "Slim" in its name. The Slim Folio iPad Keyboard connects via Bluetooth low energy for easy pairing.Logitech Slim Folio Pro (left) and Apple Smart Keyboard Folio (right) The Slim Folio has a built-in holder for the Logitech Crayon or Apple Pencilĭoes the Slim Folio iPad Keyboard case connect with Apple Smart Connector or with Bluetooth? Will the Slim Folio iPad case hold Apple Pencil, or just the Logitech crayon? When you take your iPad out of the Typing Mode position, the iPad keyboard will automatically turn off. When you dock your iPad in the upright typing Mode position, it will automatically turn on. ![]() The Slim Folio iPad Keyboard does not have an on/off switch. How do I turn the Slim Folio iPad keyboard on and off? White, solid - Bluetooth pairing or connection is successful.White, slowly blinking - the keyboard is trying to reconnect with your iPad device.White, quickly blinking - keyboard is in discovery mode, ready for Bluetooth pairing.You should change your batteries when you can. Green, solid - sufficient battery level.Your keyboard case has an LED light on the top right corner of the keyboard to indicate Bluetooth and battery status. What do the LED light colors on the Slim Folio mean? The Slim Folio iPad Keyboard is powered by 2 replaceable CR2032 coin cell batteries with a 3-year battery life (2 hours of typing per day) ![]() How long does the Logitech Slim Folio iPad keyboard battery last? ![]()
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