Along with the 10th generation iPad, Apple introduced a new Magic Keyboard Folio. Priced at $249, the Magic Keyboard Folio is only $200 less than the $449 iPad, so we thought we’d check to see if it’s worth the asking price.
The Magic Keyboard Folio has a unique design compared to other Magic Keyboard options for iPad, with Apple offering both a case and a detachable keyboard that can be used independently of each other.
It has a full selection of keys, including a row of 14 function keys that aren’t available on the iPad Pro version of the Magic Keyboard, and it comes with an integrated trackpad. The keys have a standard scissor mechanism with 1mm travel for comfortable typing, and there’s an included stand that can be adjusted for different viewing angles.
Someone who wants to use the 10th generation iPad for composing emails, browsing the web, and other writing tasks may want to invest in the keyboard as it turns the iPad into an ideal Mac-like all-rounder. to work from home or on the green light. There are cheaper keyboards on the market, but Apple has packed a lot of features into the Magic Keyboard Folio that are worth it for some users.
What do you think of the Magic Keyboard Folio? Let us know in the comments below.
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