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★★★★☆
A Love/Hate Relationship (But Mostly Love)
PROS
+ Key spacing is comfortable, especially for touch typing
+ It has a dedicated delete key (although it could be larger); I mention this because I’ve come across one too many keyboards which omit the delete key in lieu of the backspace key to conserve space
+ Pairing with Android and iOS was quick and easy
+ It seamlessly switches between three devices without breaking a sweat (I have it set up with an Android tablet; an Android phone; and an iPhone--haven’t needed to re-pair any of them)
+ The bottom has non-skid bumpers so it stays in place while typing on a table or other surface, even when on a slight incline
+ Keys have great tactile feedback while typing and the home keys (F & J) have raised indicators
+ It respects most common keyboard commands (ex: Ctrl+C, Ctrl+P, Ctrl+Z, etc.)
+ Great battery life (I’ve yet needed to change my batteries after using it near daily for over a month--I am, however, careful to switch it off after I’ve finished using it)
NEUTRALS
* Every so often, it will miss a keystroke as though it can’t quite keep up (I’ve listed this under neutrals because it happens so infrequently as to not be problematic)
* This thing is hefty and thick (nearly 1/2" at its thickest part); some may view this as a positive (as it’s less inclined to tip while typing) and some may see this as a negative (because it can be a bear to carry around)
* Keys are not backlit (I know this wasn’t a listed feature, but I’m pointing it out because this keyboard would be a million times better if they were)
* It requires two AAA batteries rather than using a built-in rechargeable battery; some may view this as positive (as they can be purchased almost anywhere) and some may view this as a negative (because it means more potential waste and clutter)
* No illuminated indicator light when it’s on (it will light briefly when you switch it on and it pairs, but the only way to know whether you’ve left it on/off is to flip it over and check the power switch on the back)
CONS
- The keys are noisy; I don’t mind this so much, but they’ll definitely be heard if you’re typing in a quiet area
- The low battery indicator is on the bottom of the keyboard rather than in a more visible location (the logic of this baffles me)
- Area for the tablet/phone is only so deep and only so wide, which means you’d be hardpressed to use your tablet or phone with a protective case (even a thin one) unless you have an ultra-thin device
- Because the recessed area for the tablet/phone is only so wide, it means you can’t adjust the angle of the device and it’s at nearly a 90 degree angle which could be uncomfortable for some
I have a love/hate relationship with this keyboard. In so many ways, it’s absolutely fantastic, but there are others that simply irk me to no end. That said, I do find myself reaching for it quite often when I need to draft emails, letters, or other writings which require more than a device’s onscreen keyboard will comfortably allow. In fact, I typed this review with it.
If in the future, though, Logitech comes out with an updated version which allows for a deeper angle, using a device in its case, backlit keys, and quieter typing, I’ll be first in line. In the meantime, I’ll just need to make due with this one.
As I continue using it, I’ll update this review as necessary. Before then, if you have a question about the keyboard or my experience with it, please leave a comment and I’ll do my best to answer.
June 2016 · Electronics · verified purchase