Very Low Profile Bluetooth Keyboards...? - Acer Iconia A500

I'm not thoroughly convinced that I need a keyboard with my device, but if I was going to buy one, it would have to be either very small or very thin. Why tote around a keyboard that's just as large as the tablet?
Any ideas?
Of course, there's always this: http://www.thinkgeek.com/computing/keyboards-mice/8193/
(if it was ever in stock again).
I am currently using the Acer wrapping with an Incase faux-fir slip case, so I'd hope that it would be low-profile enough to fit in there.

I am curious as well. what are the best keyboard/case combis that we can get

If you give me 24 hours I think I may have a pretty small keyboard that may work for us. I just need to test it first to make sure the BT connects properly. Feel free to contact me 'if' I forget to hop on and post findings

it2steve said:
If you give me 24 hours I think I may have a pretty small keyboard that may work for us. I just need to test it first to make sure the BT connects properly. Feel free to contact me 'if' I forget to hop on and post findings
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I also wonder if one of these will work right. May order one just to try - would be great for travelling, just roll it up and shove it in your suitcase.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produ...m_re=flexible_keyboard-_-23-166-084-_-Product
Also, a prerelease product info page on an interesting BT fold-up keyboard:
https://jornostore.com/

that jorno is nice but not for that much!!!! you can get a flexi keyboard bluetooth on amazon for around 30

I was considering getting the Motorola atrix keyboard.... i have the atrix so that with bluetooth on the tablet would work fine specially considering the android function buttons..

I have the Moto keyboard (Link) and for the most part it's a very nice unit. The only real issue with it is the massive bump in the back where they put the batteries and whatever else they have packed into it, that and not all the short cut keys work, but I am not sure that is the keyboard.
It's worth the purchase, and is very nice on the plane, but I find myself not carrying it locally just due to size. The Jorno looks like a great compromise for when I am more local but want to slam out a page or two...

poeticdecision said:
that jorno is nice but not for that much!!!! you can get a flexi keyboard bluetooth on amazon for around 30
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link?........

it2steve said:
If you give me 24 hours I think I may have a pretty small keyboard that may work for us. I just need to test it first to make sure the BT connects properly. Feel free to contact me 'if' I forget to hop on and post findings
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As promised. The review will be completed here but here are a few pics
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cybermage1 said:
I also wonder if one of these will work right. May order one just to try - would be great for travelling, just roll it up and shove it in your suitcase.
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I actually just ordered one of these for $7 since I was already ordering a micro HDMI adapter from MonoPrice.
http://www.monoprice.com/products/p...=10809&cs_id=1080903&p_id=6821&seq=1&format=2
Sure, it's not going to be the world's greatest keyboard, but I'm really just looking for decent yet portable. If I really need something more, I've got a Logitech K340 that works great. It's not bluetooth, but Logitech's USB receivers are so small anymore that it really doesn't detract at all.

I just purchased this keyboard
http://www.thinkgeek.com/gadgets/cellphone/e55f/
along with this stand
http://www.amazon.com/Arkon-Portabl...VOOY/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1304093260&sr=8-1
im gonna get a case that fits the tablet plus these two, and im gonna have a desk setup ready to go, im pretty excited.

patterson12123 said:
I just purchased this keyboard
http://www.thinkgeek.com/gadgets/cellphone/e55f/
along with this stand
http://www.amazon.com/Arkon-Portabl...VOOY/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1304093260&sr=8-1
im gonna get a case that fits the tablet plus these two, and im gonna have a desk setup ready to go, im pretty excited.
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Wow, I forgot about that keyboard. I'm really curious to how it feels and types. Keep us in the loop!!!

I would like to see the review that ITSteve was going to do..

+1 Tor Thema review

Sorry, I have been swamped with work. I can confirm that this keyboard DOES work with the iconia but not with standard BT pairing. I had to use some hci files and script using terminal but it works great. I promise that I will get a review up. I did already make the screenshots with the terminal session, just haven't typed it all up yet
...sent from my android tablet

patterson12123 said:
I just purchased this keyboard
http://www.thinkgeek.com/gadgets/cellphone/e55f/
along with this stand
http://www.amazon.com/Arkon-Portabl...VOOY/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1304093260&sr=8-1
im gonna get a case that fits the tablet plus these two, and im gonna have a desk setup ready to go, im pretty excited.
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Nice stand, i have orderd mine right now from ebay.

Alejandrissimo said:
Nice stand, i have orderd mine right now from ebay.
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Yes, I have it and it's great!

patterson12123 said:
I just purchased this keyboard
http://www.thinkgeek.com/gadgets/cellphone/e55f/
along with this stand
http://www.amazon.com/Arkon-Portabl...VOOY/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1304093260&sr=8-1
im gonna get a case that fits the tablet plus these two, and im gonna have a desk setup ready to go, im pretty excited.
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Stand is great, but unfortunately the keyboard doesnt work natively, it uses spp, which you have to purchase a 15 dollar app to use it with the tablet, and the app is a piece of junk, returned the keyboard, now i gotta find a new one

patterson12123 said:
Stand is great, but unfortunately the keyboard doesnt work natively, it uses spp, which you have to purchase a 15 dollar app to use it with the tablet, and the app is a piece of junk, returned the keyboard, now i gotta find a new one
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How's typing on that keyboard though?
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Heres a article from Engadget that shows a new tablet geared Logitech set.
ht tp://w ww .engadget .c om/2011/05/19/logitech-outs-a-pair-of-keyboard-cases-gets-into-the-tablet-acc/
Minus the spaces of course.

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Epic 4G Game Pad mod

Hey guys,
After a month of planning and waiting, I finally went ahead and modded the physical keyboard on my Epic 4G.
If you want the entire story you can read it on my blog here:
http://www.brainlazy.com/article/technology/epic-4g-game-pad-mod/
However, if you just want to see the end result, you can check it out on youtube:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2407W5bIae8
Or if you don't want to click any of the links and just want to know how it came out?
Presentation: 5 out of 10
Performance: 9 out of 10
Hope you guys like the mod.
Nice work Did u take out the other keys u don't use out or u covered them
How come the evo cant do this? Sorry i could not resist
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I took out the other keys. It's actually pretty easy to take the keys out too. Just get an exacto knife and it will slide right underneath. The keys are only held together in the center, not all around.
wow man. I must say that i'm impressed.
I really like it. you seem more than adept with your epic gaming system!
thephawx said:
I took out the other keys. It's actually pretty easy to take the keys out too. Just get an exacto knife and it will slide right underneath. The keys are only held together in the center, not all around.
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Ouch that sounds??? Not good...I don't think I could do that...Maybe there's a way to cover those buttons that are not in use, and also disable them
OMG dude.. i am HIGHLY IMPRESSED! Would you think about starting a service, performing this task on other phones?
How difficult/time consuming is it? If we can workout the terms, i would love to have this done to my phone? Also, how likely would it be for us to raise the keys a bit? They arent very pronounced.
I couldn't do it but it defintely works fine. Glad your happy!
@Phen0m
Originally, I wanted to create a replacement keypad. Instead of having the keyboard, you'd open up the Epic and insert the new game pad.
I suppose I could continue work on that, this way I could sell the gamepad by itself to users so they could install it themselves.
But, I don't know how many people would honestly be interested in buying that.
If my effing proxy at work would cooperate I could view it. The website is blocked, but youtube isn't...funny how that works.
that is pretty cool unfortunatly i use my keypad too much and i cant find a free copy of the full droidemu, as iv no credit card to buy off the market.
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@Phen0m
Originally, I wanted to create a replacement keypad. Instead of having the keyboard, you'd open up the Epic and insert the new game pad.
I suppose I could continue work on that, this way I could sell the gamepad by itself to users so they could install it themselves.
But, I don't know how many people would honestly be interested in buying that.
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I'd be interested... as I've been thinking of ways to pull this off myself. The keyboard in it's default state isn't that great for gaming.
diablo
please tell me how to do this
where to get it and what program to use
thanks
@<3me
psxdroid and diablo psx rom
Thank you very much!
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@<3me
psxdroid and diablo psx rom
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I saw this on engadget. You could have waited for the gamegrip being developed for the Epic...
@Xhyperion
The game gripper isn't for me. I was looking for more of a PSPgo type of device. I'm not a fan of add-ons and stuff that I have to carry around.
For example, as soon as the Seidio battery extender comes out, I'm picking that up. I don't want to carry around additional batteries. I'm willing to deal with a little extra bulk if it means that my phone lasts twice as long.
Even though it's not for everyone, this is now the perfect device for me.
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@Xhyperion
The game gripper isn't for me. I was looking for more of a PSPgo type of device. I'm not a fan of add-ons and stuff that I have to carry around.
For example, as soon as the Seidio battery extender comes out, I'm picking that up. I don't want to carry around additional batteries. I'm willing to deal with a little extra bulk if it means that my phone lasts twice as long.
Even though it's not for everyone, this is now the perfect device for me.
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I use that keyboard setup on a normal computer and ive tried it with the epic but the other buttons do get in the way sometime so I can see how this can make gaming better I just don't wanna mutilate my baby.
Xhyperion said:
I use that keyboard setup on a normal computer and ive tried it with the epic but the other buttons do get in the way sometime so I can see how this can make gaming better I just don't wanna mutilate my baby.
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Very cool, I do agree with Xhyperion tho. I dont want to make my baby look crummy with out keys. plus i use the keyboard for alot of things.
Hey, what's your take on the keyboard skipping key presses, as discussed over here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=782203
Obviously it looks like your keyboard is registering every press. Do you know if you had any problems before you modded it?
thephawx said:
@Phen0m
Originally, I wanted to create a replacement keypad. Instead of having the keyboard, you'd open up the Epic and insert the new game pad.
I suppose I could continue work on that, this way I could sell the gamepad by itself to users so they could install it themselves.
But, I don't know how many people would honestly be interested in buying that.
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Well, im not sure either, but i know i would purchase one. I dont use my keypad for typing at all.. only gaming, and the extras keys.. are just that..extras. Definitely keep us posted!

[Q] Iconia W500 keyboard?

I haven't seen one in person, but since the design is similar enough, I thought I'd ask if anyone knows if the keyboard unit from the W500 tablet might happen to work with the A500? I can see logic going both ways, but if someone has had the chance to try it out, I'd love to know how it went!
From what I've researched on the W500, the keyboard uses USB, and will not work for the A500.
That was one of the things I was most excited for was the keyboard for this guy. It looks like it hasn't been released, but I'm sure they will end up making one at some point.
AnarchyCow said:
From what I've researched on the W500, the keyboard uses USB, and will not work for the A500.
That was one of the things I was most excited for was the keyboard for this guy. It looks like it hasn't been released, but I'm sure they will end up making one at some point.
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i am a little confused i connected my dell keyboard into my A500 and i was able to type with no problem so if the W500 uses a USB keyboard then i would think there should be no reason for it not to work .
MERK77 said:
i am a little confused i connected my dell keyboard into my A500 and i was able to type with no problem so if the W500 uses a USB keyboard then i would think there should be no reason for it not to work .
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For USB, it means that is uses an USB port...
Surely you can use a USB M to F cable or plug your A500 vertically on it...
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Well, that photo certainly clears up my questions - I mistakenly assumed that the W500 would use the same dock connector, but they're clearly more different than I anticipated!
Here's hoping that we'll get a similar keyboard setup at some point as an accessory. Until then, there's always bluetooth, which is probably a good enough solution that I won't bother with a specific keyboard if it is released...
It seems that keyboards and other accessories can now be ordered direct from Acer's online store - for those of us in the US anyway. No photos yet. But it appears that the items are available.
http://us-store.acer.com/category.aspx?modelID=3605&ModelName=A500
A500 Keyboard??
Just saw an interesting post on TechniDroid. Guy claims he spoke to someone at Acer who confirmed there will be a keyboard dock for the A500. Since I'm a newbie on this forum I can't post the link unfortunately.
If you search "Acer to have keyboard dock for a500" it should pop up.
VitaZora said:
It seems that keyboards and other accessories can now be ordered direct from Acer's online store - for those of us in the US anyway. No photos yet. But it appears that the items are available.
http://us-store.acer.com/category.aspx?modelID=3605&ModelName=A500
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wow, the case that everyone is selling for $40 is $19.78? even with the $10 shipping it's cheaper than everywhere else right now...
godashram said:
wow, the case that everyone is selling for $40 is $19.78? even with the $10 shipping it's cheaper than everywhere else right now...
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D'oh, I had just ordered 2 from Staples @ $39.99 each
Double D'oh!!!
I'm not sure that is the "case" (sorry, could not resist the pun):
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=13503123&postcount=11
MERK77 said:
i am a little confused i connected my dell keyboard into my A500 and i was able to type with no problem so if the W500 uses a USB keyboard then i would think there should be no reason for it not to work .
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You must not have seen the w500 keyboard if you're asking that question. Look it up and it will become very clear why it wouldn't work on the A500. A sad sad day for us all. I too was looking forward to that keyboard dock with the superior A500.
Sorry for digging up the thread, but Acer now lists the keyboard on their site. It's not a dock, completely separate, but it looks very nice.
http://us-store.acer.com/product.aspx?prodid=80&catid=79
IceBone said:
Sorry for digging up the thread, but Acer now lists the keyboard on their site. It's not a dock, completely separate, but it looks very nice.
http://us-store.acer.com/product.aspx?prodid=80&catid=79
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Not the same one as the one discussed here:
http://us-store.acer.com/product.aspx?prodid=89&catid=77
But it's nice to see Acer finally supporting their Android devices with accessories.
IceBone said:
Sorry for digging up the thread, but Acer now lists the keyboard on their site. It's not a dock, completely separate, but it looks very nice.
http://us-store.acer.com/product.aspx?prodid=80&catid=79
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I'm using this keyboard for about 3 months now, it has BT works fine, but I miss a touchpad.
I bought it for 40 euro's
I wonder where I can find it for cheap...
IceBone said:
Sorry for digging up the thread, but Acer now lists the keyboard on their site. It's not a dock, completely separate, but it looks very nice.
http://us-store.acer.com/product.aspx?prodid=80&catid=79
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was i the only one who's jaw dropped at $70 for a bluetooth keyboard?
No, I ended up ordering the HP Touchpad keyboard from UK ebay. Not 100% match, but it was 1/3 the price. And looks nicer.
Ive been using:
http://www.cdw.com/shop/products/Fujitsu-keyboard-integrated-mouse/2391973.aspx
Works great, and has a fully functional mouse

Advice:))

Hello guys, i would love as many opinions as possible. I work for tmobile and get duscounts right, well i decided to buy two of these bad boys. One for me and one for the lady. My laptop is pooping out so i looked for alternatives. Got bitb for 700 total. Now i know im a little late to the game but is it a waste of money? From what ive seen this is pretty much the best tab on the market . Return or keep? Thanks in advance.
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Sorry got both** for 700.
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350$ per 3G unit is pretty good; paid mine 375$CAN back in december..
The Wifi-only model retails 400$...
the pricing is good, but if you are looking for something as a notebook substit. have a look to asus transformer. new prime coming...
abuser0815 said:
the pricing is good, but if you are looking for something as a notebook substit. have a look to asus transformer. new prime coming...
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The Prime is a train wreck. Check their forum. The Samsung OEM BT keyboard is amazing and serves the same function as the one in the Asus products. The difference being it doesn't add extra battery life. It does however double as a case and can be used keyboard down as a stand. Here's some pics of mine (disregard the Vaio). Keep in mind, no Android device can replace a laptop if you do anything but light work and don't collaborate. Faux-Office can't compete with "real" Office.
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Your sammy looks good! What keyboard do you have docked in? And i preordered a prime before but because of the issues it had i cancelled it. Im looking to just use for internet browsing, kill time with games and for school papers. Good buy?
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Your sammy looks good! What keyboard do you have docked in? And i preordered a prime before but because of the issues it had i cancelled it. Im looking to just use for internet browsing, kill time with games and for school papers. Good buy?
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It's the official Samsung keyboard. It's not cheap.
http://www.google.com/products/cata...=X&ei=zPEhT479FuKXiALr95T7Bw&ved=0CH4Q8gIwBg#
And it doesnt gives us any USB port.. =(
Which means you might need/want a Bluetooth mice as well...
= The Transformer Prime's keyboard dock adds to battery life...
= The GTab101's one cuts it down.
wewewi999 said:
And it doesnt gives us any USB port.. =(
Which means you might need/want a Bluetooth mice as well...
= The Transformer Prime's keyboard dock adds to battery life...
= The GTab101's one cuts it down.
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But...
= The G-Tab works consistently, has great wireless, and isn't held together with chewing gum and bailing wire.
= The G-Tab's single battery performs better than the Prime's battery when not expanded via the keyboard.
Seriously, any one considering the Prime spend some time on their home page. It's got serious issues. The TF700 due out in a couple of months that has a different design and plastic border for its antennas is a better choice if you want a hard dock.
Oh, I'm happy with my 3G GTab101;
I'm only talking about docks;
Just don't tell me you wouldnt like Samsung to release/have released something like Asus?
It's aint magic alright; it is just a keyboard dock with a battery and a USB port.
But I sure would like something like this for my GTab. Thats all.
I work for tmobile and we have the 3g/wifi tabs, thats what i got. And they have a keyboard for $80 that has a usb port so thats what ill get. But im considering the sammy keyboard.
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Ps i get both delivered on the 31st so excited!
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I work for tmobile and // they have a keyboard for $80 that has a usb port
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..If youre speaking of this; http://www.t-mobile.com/shop/AddOns...9c2-f4529a21d45a&inCart=True&catCode=24&qty=1 , there is no USB port. =/
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Just don't tell me you wouldnt like Samsung to release/have released something like Asus?
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Truthfully, I don't get the whole "Android as a laptop replacement" thing. Faux-Office is just that, you can't use things like WebEx and SharePoint, and Ethernet connectivity either doesn't exist or has to be kluged. For light document creation, e-mail, note taking and the like I get it. I use my BT keyboard like 20% of the time. The little Vaio in the picture has a 256GB SSD, runs Windows Ultimate and Office 2010, and has VZW broadband. I'll take that before the G-Tab if I need to stay connected to the office.
As for Asus vs. Samsung keyboards, I like that the Samung reverses to be a stand and acts as a protective case at the same time. It has better key travel and feels more natural too. I have a ZaggSparq that I bring on long plane flights w/o power if I need to extend the Tab's battery.
It's all personal preference and how you everyone individually uses their devices.
Neither am I digging the whole "Android as a laptop replacement" thing; at all!
I dont have any bluetooth device; and am not planning to buy one as long as we dont see a serious.. let's say "standard" gamepad.
(I just cant understand why we dont see any)
As for Asus vs. Samsung keyboards; my point wasnt to say which one is the most comfortable or such;
Take whatever Sammy keyboard you like and just give it an extra battery and a USB port. .. But keep the price around 100$. Not 200$.
I think that it can be a replacement depending on needs. For my needs like multimedia viewing, web browsing, email and short papers but if youre developing stuff or mixing music or other stuff then obviously it isnt a replacment.
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New Bluetooth Keyboard folio. Looks much thinner!

Anyone else see this yet? They are taking pre orders now it looks like.
Info from site -
The Kensington KeyFolio™ Expert is the perfect productivity on-the-go companion Android® and Windows® 7 tablets to create content anywhere. The multi angle folio adjusts from a low-angle to working comfortably while on your lap. And the unique multi-suction grip pad allows maximum flexibility with forwards and backwards compatibility and supports landscape or portrait viewing. The durable and light folio with integrated magnets smartly adjusts to multiple angles and snaps-closed with microfiber interior to protect your tablet from wear and scratches. And the one-touch pairing Bluetooth® keyboard delivers seamless operation.
Link to company selling it - http://www.kensington.com/kensingto...pert-folio-keyboard-for-android®-tablets.aspx
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Look great but too bad they did not include a mousepad. If so I would buy it straight away
Soooo beautiful. Great design, but over $100 is little too much to me for keyboard folio.
Holy Christ on a spike, that's bloody expensive for a keyboard! Not a chance in hell.
NewEgg has it for about $75
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produ...-_-E-Book+Accessories-_-Kensington-_-58995398
http://www.provantage.com/kensington-k39532us~7KNS90QL.htm
$65 + shipping.
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http://www.ucbestsellers.com/index.php?route=product/product&path=61&product_id=208
jeromekobriger said:
http://www.ucbestsellers.com/index.php?route=product/product&path=61&product_id=208
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Oops, sorry, ignore that. Just realized the product codes were different, that one's for Apple.
jeromekobriger said:
Oops, sorry, ignore that. Just realized the product codes were different, that one's for Apple.
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Just bought the one you mentioned above; keyboard works pretty good but times out very quickly. It has to be reconnected in the settings every 15 minutes or so of inactivity. Typing is extremely fast and responsive though.
This keyboard is more of a universal keyboard than it is tailored to Android. It's got a home key on it, and the esc key doubles as a back key, but it also has a Windows logo key.
My biggest complaint is the folio case itself is extremely cheaply made. It's floppy, and doesn't really support itself very well. As a matter of fact, it almost makes it awkward to use. The keyboard is molded into the case and does not come out. The tablet is held on by one big sticky patch on the case. It doesn't leave any residue, but it does leave me wondering how many times I can remove the tablet from the case before it doesn't stick any more. Unfortunately the tablet doesn't fit into my car dock RAM mount while it's in the case, so I would be removing the case every day.
The case also covers the speakers on the Iconia, which muffles the sound pretty good.
All in all, like the keyboard, hate the case. I think it's way too overpriced to have such a crappy, flimsy, cheap feel to it. I think I'll be returning it.
Att sells a real nice keyboard. Very thin. 50 bones though
The standard acer bluetooth keyboard and acer mini usb mouse is the best combination I have found to date. I use this setup in the office. But to go mobile...this makes you carry around a keyboard no matter what. It's nice, not practical for daily mobile use IMO.
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I got this keyboard, works wonderfully. Adhesive bit sticks nicely to tablet, keys travel well, And connects easily via bluetooth. Worth it if you need a keyboard. I've used it for school, taking notes, even writing whole essays on docs
I bought this keyboard for only 14 bucks
^Same as him. Works like a champ too, I would recommend it in a heart beat. I've had mine since Feb and its still in great shape plus, despite the look, it protects the tablet well.
Kratoschile said:
I bought this keyboard for only 14 bucks
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Did u buy it from DealExtreme?
Maanikko said:
Did u buy it from DealExtreme?
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No, I bought it from Ebay.
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Kratoschile said:
I bought this keyboard for only 14 bucks
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lol, I got it for a Canadian $1 xD
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@Kratoschile and @bobiscool07..... Perhaps either or both of you could explain to me why in a thread entitled "New Bluetooth Keyboard folio. Looks much thinner", you are posting pictures and comments about a USB keyboard?
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@Kratoschile and @bobiscool07..... Perhaps either or both of you could explain to me why in a thread entitled "New Bluetooth Keyboard folio. Looks much thinner", you are posting pictures and comments about a USB keyboard?
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Because Bluetooth is old school. USB is the way to go
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Why has google not released a decent keyboard for the N10?

I know most of you wouldnt be interested in one since it is a tablet but I'm jealous of the asus transformer infinity owners who have a nice keyboard/dock etc, theirs even has a trackpad to make it essentially a low powered laptop. I've seen various 3rd party bluetooth keyboards on ebay but none that look too impressive.
I'd definitely be interested in one. That was one of my cons when purchasing this tablet. Something integrated would be sweet!
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I'd definitely be interested in one. That was one of my cons when purchasing this tablet. Something integrated would be sweet!
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The best solution I've found was a MoKo Keyboard case.
http://www.amazon.com/MoKo-BlueToot...8&sr=8-1&keywords=Nexus+10+moko+case+keyboard
I've been using it awhile. My review is at the end of my Nexus review.
http://www.amazon.com/review/R13VSQ...e=UTF8&ASIN=B00AAVEYJ2&linkCode=&nodeID=&tag=
Best looking one I've seen yet, thank you sir! I like the idea of an Asus dock style keyboard, but the fact that this is in a case is nice.
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Best looking one I've seen yet, thank you sir! I like the idea of an Asus dock style keyboard, but the fact that this is in a case is nice.
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Its not always the best- after owning it 6 months, it HAS saved my tablet from 3 drops (outlined in my Amazon review), but the loop that holds the closing strap is a tad loose and I'm worried it might tear. Otherwise I love it. Best of all, the keyboard's detachable without clips/knobs/anything that might snap.
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Best looking one I've seen yet, thank you sir! I like the idea of an Asus dock style keyboard, but the fact that this is in a case is nice.
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I have this case as well, however I have it for only two days LOL, and it is already amazing to use, the keyboard is really nice and the best part of it being in a case is that you can take off the keyboard and use only the tablet . Also it has a really stylish finish, and it's comfortable to carry . Using this thing with a mouse and Complete Linux Installer gave me a very powerful Netbook hahaha
I didn't realize you could take the keyboard off, nice! yeah I'm excited; it's ordered. Hmmmmm linux on nexus 10......... interesting.
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I didn't realize you could take the keyboard off, nice! yeah I'm excited; it's ordered. Hmmmmm linux on nexus 10......... interesting.
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Yea, it's really good! I took some screenshots and uploaded here, it's nothing more than chmod and vnc, but 2GB RAM and Cortex-A15 processor is more than enough hahahaha!
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Using the bluetooth keyboard, a normal USB mouse plugged on an OTG cable. Rooted. Running with CompleteLinuxInstaller (to boot up Fedora) and VNCing with Jump . Hope this makes this "Linux on Nexus 10" more clear . Hope you enjoy your case hehe
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Thats Cool! I love ubuntu on my labtop, definitely going to do some reading and searching! Nice work!
I too would love to see an official keyboard, that makes use of the Pogo pins too, and maybe had some extra cool stuff. Perhaps Google just doesn't want anymore money though or something...
It Arrived yesterday. You guys were right this thing is money. The keyboard is a bit small for long typing session, but perfect for general everyday stuff! Couple of questions: Do you guys just use the nexus charging plug or something smaller? Does anyone know if the magnets on the case mess with all of the compass/ gyros/ accelerometor/ etc?
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It Arrived yesterday. You guys were right this thing is money. The keyboard is a bit small for long typing session, but perfect for general everyday stuff! Couple of questions: Do you guys just use the nexus charging plug or something smaller? Does anyone know if the magnets on the case mess with all of the compass/ gyros/ accelerometor/ etc?
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Haven't had it mess with any of the above. I use the POGO myself, actually.
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It Arrived yesterday. You guys were right this thing is money. The keyboard is a bit small for long typing session, but perfect for general everyday stuff! Couple of questions: Do you guys just use the nexus charging plug or something smaller? Does anyone know if the magnets on the case mess with all of the compass/ gyros/ accelerometor/ etc?
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Great . I typed half of my new one shot today lol (1200 words), I thought the keyboard was small too, until I got used to. And no, I don't think it messes with anything mentioned . Enjoy it!
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