{"id":9295,"date":"2022-05-26T23:35:01","date_gmt":"2022-05-27T05:35:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.esrgear.com\/blog\/?p=9295"},"modified":"2023-04-25T01:43:27","modified_gmt":"2023-04-25T07:43:27","slug":"is-ipad-case-with-keyboard-worth-it","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/devtest.esrgear.com\/blog\/is-ipad-case-with-keyboard-worth-it\/","title":{"rendered":"Is iPad Case With Keyboard Worth It?"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\tIf an accessory sets you back by at least $120, you are justified to question whether it is worth it. Many iPad keyboard cases even sell at much higher prices than that, with the iPad Pro 12.9 magic keyboard case from Apple costing $350. No doubt, that\u2019s a lot of money. But money aside, many people who have bought keyboard cases for their iPads have raised several concerns about the product vis-a-vis the price. So, before making a case for this accessory, let\u2019s examine some of the widespread complaints people have brought forward.\r\n

Common Complaints About iPad Cases With Keyboard<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n
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    Weight<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\nAlmost everyone that has bought an iPad keyboard case<\/u><\/a>\u00a0affirms that its weight is significant. While this accessory has many makers, we will illustrate this weight issue using iPad Pro 11-inch and 12.9 inches with a magic keyboard case. The iPad Pro 11-inch weighs about 1.027 pounds (466 grams) without a case. But with the magic keyboard case, an additional weight of 1.3 pounds (603 grams) jumps on it, making it heavier to carry around.\r\n\r\nThe same goes for iPad Pro 12.9. Its weight without the keyboard case is 1.39 pounds (631 grams), but with the case, it increases to roughly 3 pounds (1300 grams). So, this weight issue is indeed a valid concern for anyone hoping to make a MacBook out of their iPad. Most Macbooks are not heavier than 2 pounds, but the sturdy design of most iPad keyboard cases on the market makes them quite heavy.\r\n
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      Uneven Distribution of Weight<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\nBesides the overall weight, which many buyers consider a turn-off, there is also the challenge of unequal weight distribution. For instance, PCs and Macbooks have most of their weight at the base, making them stable on almost any surface. But that is not true with iPad keyboard cases. Because the iPad itself stays on top, there are more loads up the case than the base.\r\n\r\nThis uneven weight distribution implies that the setup can only sit comfortably on a flat surface. You cannot enjoy it on your laps or any surface with a contour because the suspended iPad will make it tip-off. So, the best place to use an iPad with a keyboard case is on a desk or table. So, it\u2019s not a laptop after all.\r\n
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        Exterior Material<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\nIf one must be fair to Apple and even iPad keyboard case makers, one must admit the ingenuity of designing the iPad keyboard cases. Most of them have powerful magnets that enable a strong attachment of the iPad to the cover. However, many buyers detest the rubberized exterior of Apple keyboard cases, saying that it traps dust and stains easily and can be challenging to clean. Maybe another back material would have been better, but Apple has a reason for rubberizing the exterior.\r\n
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          Small Trackpads & Limited Angle Adjustment<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\nAnother setback that buyers of iPad keyboard cases point out is the small trackpad. Some complain that it is too small and gets in their way when typing. Others have also noticed that there are limitations to the viewing angle of many of the keyboard cases. These views, while valid, are subjective as other users say it\u2019s not a big deal.\r\n\r\nBut does the iPad keyboard case has any benefit, or is it just full of negatives? Indeed, there are tremendous benefits of this innovation. Let\u2019s check them out.\r\n

          Benefits of iPad Keyboard Cases<\/strong><\/h2>\r\nDespite the undeniable issues associated with iPad keyboard cases, there are a couple of things that cumulatively override its negatives. Some of these include:\r\n