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So there are a couple cases out there with integrated (or designed around) small form factor keyboards (i.e. electroniccrap.com/store/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=21). Who out there owns a case like this, and what are your thoughts? I'm open to either bluetooth or USB, I just want some first hand responses from those that currently own one.
Thanks!
Had a case with usb keyboard. Used it for a while for lengthy typing sessions but the keyboard was too small for me to use for long periods without my hands getting really tired. Plus, that case was made with really cheap shiny plastic so it looked awful. In the end I bought a mini keyboard that was slightly bigger than the one in the case that also had a multi-touch touchpad on it.
I haven't used the BluTo but I would assume I would have the same complaint about the size of the keyboard being too small for my man-hands. But from reading it2Steve's review on the BluTo the build quality sounds much better than the usb one I've owned.
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Had a case with usb keyboard. Used it for a while for lengthy typing sessions but the keyboard was too small for me to use for long periods without my hands getting really tired. Plus, that case was made with really cheap shiny plastic so it looked awful. In the end I bought a mini keyboard that was slightly bigger than the one in the case that also had a multi-touch touchpad on it.
I haven't used the BluTo but I would assume I would have the same complaint about the size of the keyboard being too small for my man-hands. But from reading it2Steve's review on the BluTo the build quality sounds much better than the usb one I've owned.
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Which keyboard do you use now? Do you just put your tablet on a stand in front of the keyboard?
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Which keyboard do you use now? Do you just put your tablet on a stand in front of the keyboard?
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I have a CLIP case so it acts as the stand. And I use the mini-usb keyboard from Gear Head with the multi-touch touchpad. I only gripe about this keyboard is that it doesn't have a right-shift key but I noticed that a lot of mini-keyboards don't have it either.
GearHead Mini-USB Keyboard
I am using the Microsoft Bluetooth Mobile Keyboard 6000. Works great on the Vegan Gingerbread Rom. Mouse is a little frustrating, but that is what a finger is for.
I think I have the same keyboard case that was mentioned before. I'd link to it but I'm new but just do a search on ebay for gtablet keyboard. I think it's pretty good for how much it cost ($26 as of this writing) when you're doing heavy typing and the fact you dont have to lug around another piece of hardware separate from the tablet around. I also have the clip case too which is great when you want to travel light.
I'm using the case with USB keyboard found on Amazon. I was interested in the BlutO but got tired of waiting for them to be in stock, and then finding them sold out each time. Very frustrating.
I haven't used it too much yet, but so far it's great for my uses, as well as being less than half the price of the BlutO. It's small enough that the G Tab and case fit in a carrying bag made for 10" Netbooks.
A lot of the reviews on Amazon fussed about the white stitching, which I agree looks tacky. I solved that with a Sharpie marker.
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I'm using the case with USB keyboard found on Amazon. I was interested in the BlutO but got tired of waiting for them to be in stock, and then finding them sold out each time. Very frustrating.
I haven't used it too much yet, but so far it's great for my uses, as well as being less than half the price of the BlutO. It's small enough that the G Tab and case fit in a carrying bag made for 10" Netbooks.
A lot of the reviews on Amazon fussed about the white stitching, which I agree looks tacky. I solved that with a Sharpie marker.
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I don't think Steve has ever had the BluTo in stock yet. The last update I got was that they were still stuck in customs.
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I am using the Microsoft Bluetooth Mobile Keyboard 6000. Works great on the Vegan Gingerbread Rom. Mouse is a little frustrating, but that is what a finger is for.
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What's your pairing code? i just got the same keyboard, but can't pair it.
i have the 27 dollar amazon one..
hi
i just received the 27 dollar amazon one...
http://www.amazon.com/Viewsonic-G-T...RK124NKBQ4LI&s=generic&qid=1303521489&sr=1-11
1. leather is defn not real.. but not bad.
2. keyboard keys are smaller, but not bad.
(i have a question, is there a way to disable the on screen keyboard popping up every time i click into a text box?)
all in all, with the built in kick stand, which is perfect for keeping an awesome viewing angle, its a great buy. Shipping is slow. but worth the wait.
I am going to test out, not bringing my netbook with me, just the gtab with this case alone... i am tempted to get a USB hub, so i can bring a wireless mouse though...
Active Keys with the new OTA update?
I got one of the USD keyboards from XiLi the China link. It took just under a month to arrive but fits well. I have the latest OTA update on the Gtab and find the E key opens my email and the g key opens my browser when I have Color Notes open.
Do I need a translator of some kind to recognize the inputs? New update claims to make the Gtab open to USB keyboards. Kind of strange.
I would love to get a case like the one on Amazon that included a Bluetooth keyboard instead of a USB one. It seems like a shame to tie up a USB port and worry about a cable to it that might protrude. Since the gTablet supports Bluetooth, it seems like that would be a better solution. Does anyone know of a case with bluetooth keyboard that is the same size as the gTablet?
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What's your pairing code? i just got the same keyboard, but can't pair it.
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Last time I paired a keyboard you just pick a code and type it in followed by the enter key (enter it first on the android side). This was with CM7 and an older Microsoft bluetoooth keyboard.
I would be interested in stuff like this too.
What about the Ipad bluetooth keyboard cases?
There are quite a few Ipad bluetooth keyboard cases as low as $30 now. Anyone have any luck getting one of these to work with the gtablet?
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Had a case with usb keyboard. Used it for a while for lengthy typing sessions but the keyboard was too small for me to use for long periods without my hands getting really tired. Plus, that case was made with really cheap shiny plastic so it looked awful. In the end I bought a mini keyboard that was slightly bigger than the one in the case that also had a multi-touch touchpad on it.
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What case has a keyboard AND multitouchpad for the G Tablet????
Anyone have a link??
I just bought the TFP from TigerDirect 2 weeks ago and it came as part of a bundle that included this bluetooth keyboard and stand from Logitech.
http://www.logitech.com/en-us/keyboards/keyboard/devices/8232
While this does look pretty cool, I am debating opening it or not as I may sell it to put towards the actual keyboard dock from Asus as I really like the one I had on my original Transformer.
Has anyone used this Logitech keyboard and have any opinions or insight into it?
I bought one for $49 and was impressed with it.
Even though I have the TP keyboard dock, I would still use the Logitech for a back up or something to leave in my office.
I picked this up from woot.com like 2 weeks ago for like $25. I just got it yesterday. Woot takes forever to send stuff. I tested it out and it works great. A little hard to get used to the location of the Android shortcut buttons but still a pretty sweet keyboard. I don't use the stand as I use a Mojo case. I do like how the case doubles as a case for the keyboard though.
Only downside I can see is that the power switch for the keyboard is exposed while in the case. So if you throw it in your bag, it has the potential to turn itself on. Oh, and one more downside is that it takes 4 AAA batteries. Doesn't have a built in battery pack.
Still a great item overall.
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seems like a nice lightweight keyboard, but personally, i find the dock to have much more utility to it.
however, since it seems to go for so much lower than retail i wouldn't bother selling it, but just buying the dock and having a backup BT keyboard.
Since the Accessories forum for the Note Pro is stagnant I figured we could make a list of the must have accessories one should get to further enjoy their Note Pro. If possible provide a link to where it can be purchased. Here is a list of the accessories I have so far:
ZAGG Keyboard Case:
Samsung Galaxy S-Pen Stylus Pen with Eraser for Galaxy Note II
Exact Samsung Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 / Tab Pro 12.2 Case
MobilePioneer USB 3.0 9pin OTG Host Flash Disk Cable
SanDisk Ultra 64GB MicroSDXC Class 10 UHS Memory Card
AmazonBasics 11.6-Inch Laptop and Tablet Bag
Mr Shield Samsung Galaxy Note Pro 12.2" Anti-glare Screen Protector [3-PACK] with Lifetime Replacement Warranty
aLLreli® 10ft 3M Premium Gold Plated USB 3.0 Supper Speed Data Sync Charger Charging Braid Cable - Extra Long - USB 3.0 A Male to Micro B Male Adapter Cable Universal (about 10ft long)
Anything else you can recommend please post below. I know opinions vary on the keyboard case...many like the Logitech or Samsung keyboards. I plan on getting the Samsung version once the price comes down a bit...but I didn't like the Logitech keyboard because it was too bulky...
Great info. Thanks.
mikespe said:
Since the Accessories forum for the Note Pro is stagnant I figured we could make a list of the must have accessories one should get to further enjoy their Note Pro. If possible provide a link to where it can be purchased. Here is a list of the accessories I have so far:
ZAGG Keyboard Case:
Samsung Galaxy S-Pen Stylus Pen with Eraser for Galaxy Note II
Exact Samsung Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 / Tab Pro 12.2 Case
MobilePioneer USB 3.0 9pin OTG Host Flash Disk Cable
SanDisk Ultra 64GB MicroSDXC Class 10 UHS Memory Card
AmazonBasics 11.6-Inch Laptop and Tablet Bag
Mr Shield Samsung Galaxy Note Pro 12.2" Anti-glare Screen Protector [3-PACK] with Lifetime Replacement Warranty
aLLreli® 10ft 3M Premium Gold Plated USB 3.0 Supper Speed Data Sync Charger Charging Braid Cable - Extra Long - USB 3.0 A Male to Micro B Male Adapter Cable Universal (about 10ft long)
Anything else you can recommend please post below. I know opinions vary on the keyboard case...many like the Logitech or Samsung keyboards. I plan on getting the Samsung version once the price comes down a bit...but I didn't like the Logitech keyboard because it was too bulky...
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- The Wacom Bamboo Stylus Feel for Galaxy Note. If you plan to do a lot of handwriting or just prefer a more pen-like feel.
Personally I prefer a sleeve and a seperate keyboard, so:
- Logitech K810 Bluetooth illuminated keyboard.
- Belkin Flipblade Adjust stand
- Samsung USB OTG adapter
- Logitech m705 marathon mouse (the logitech unifier reciever works with the OTG, so you can use any mouse/mouse+keyboard combo that uses that)
- Samsonite 13.3" Neoprene sleeve
- Samsonite 16" laptop&tablet messenger bag, or the Icicu 13.3" Neoprene tablet bag of I need a smaller bag. (not usually. I'm a woman, carry a lot of rubbish )
And on long days:
- X-Storm ASolar 15,600 mAh powerpack.
I don't provide links since I'm not in the US. (US doesn't ship electronics to and from the EU.)
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Thanks for adding these. I was looking at getting the LOgitech K810 but wasn't sure if it wasn't overkill for my needs. I do have a Motorola Bluetooth keyboard designed for Android that I didn't mention....so if the need comes along where I need a separate keyboard I have that one. As for the Samsonite bag....you have some expensive taste girl! THat bag be expensive!!!
ShadowLea said:
- The Wacom Bamboo Stylus Feel for Galaxy Note. If you plan to do a lot of handwriting or just prefer a more pen-like feel.
Personally I prefer a sleeve and a seperate keyboard, so:
- Logitech K810 Bluetooth illuminated keyboard.
- Belkin Flipblade Adjust stand
- Samsung USB OTG adapter
- Logitech m705 marathon mouse (the logitech unifier reciever works with the OTG, so you can use any mouse/mouse+keyboard combo that uses that)
- Samsonite 13.3" Neoprene sleeve
- Samsonite 16" laptop&tablet messenger bag, or the Icicu 13.3" Neoprene tablet bag of I need a smaller bag. (not usually. I'm a woman, carry a lot of rubbish )
And on long days:
- X-Storm ASolar 15,600 mAh powerpack.
I don't provide links since I'm not in the US. (US doesn't ship electronics to and from the EU.)
Sent from my SM-N9005 using Tapatalk 2
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mikespe said:
Thanks for adding these. I was looking at getting the LOgitech K810 but wasn't sure if it wasn't overkill for my needs. I do have a Motorola Bluetooth keyboard designed for Android that I didn't mention....so if the need comes along where I need a separate keyboard I have that one. As for the Samsonite bag....you have some expensive taste girl! THat bag be expensive!!!
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Well, I bought a NotePro, that should sufficiently confirm my rather expensive (but quite practical) taste
I figured, if I was going to spend my cash on a bag, might as well get myself one I can use for the next 10 years for everything. It wasn't too bad, considering the tab itself was 900 quid..
I use the keyboard about 25% of the time, so a case with a keyboard certainly would be overkill.
ShadowLea said:
I don't provide links since I'm not in the US.
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It would still be quite helpful to have your links to see pictures and model numbers. For example, I searched Samsonite 13.3" Neoprene Sleeve and there are several on Samsonite's website with a range of prices.
I also saw the post in which someone compared your Icicu bag dimensions to another (not nearly as elegant) bag. I looked up yours on the Icicu website and was disappointed there was no photo of the bag's interior (or even a closer view of the pockets). I wonder if you might be able to post photos of your bag with and without your things?
ShadowLea said:
- The Wacom Bamboo Stylus Feel for Galaxy Note. If you plan to do a lot of handwriting or just prefer a more pen-like feel.
- Logitech K810 Bluetooth illuminated keyboard.
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I also use this keyboard. I love the backlit keys and the ability to use the same keyboard with my tablet and my pc at the same time, switching between the two by simply pressing a button.
Other than that, I sometimes use a Logitech Zone Touch T400 mouse (I hate the noise the scrolling wheels make and this mouse solves that problem), although I primarily bought it to use with my laptop. The battery lasts forever.
I'm currently using the KLD case. I ordered a black one but it's really more of a dark brown with tan on the inside. I have a black Baseus case on the way.
I bought the Wacom Bamboo Stylus when I had a Note 10.1, but it wasn't as precise as the original pen, so I sent it back.
Tintinnuntius said:
Other than that, I sometimes use a Logitech Zone Touch T400 mouse (I hate the noise the scrolling wheels make and this mouse solves that problem), although I primarily bought it to use with my laptop. The battery lasts forever.
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Most Logitech mouses these days have two scroll options, smooth and toothed. The scroll button changes the setting The smooth scrolling is ideal at night when each click sounds like a gunshot.
I bought the Wacom Bamboo Stylus when I had a Note 10.1, but it wasn't as precise as the original pen, so I sent it back.
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It's a shame you didn't see this before you sold it : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=54772260&postcount=18
I was just looking to order the Logitech keyboard for the Note Pro 12.2 and stumbled upon these two-
http://www.amazon.com/NEWSTYLE-Sams...ubst_pc_4?ie=UTF8&refRID=0XGC69TMKWY9KT0R7QK9
http://www.amazon.com/Ionic-Bluetoo...ubst_pc_5?ie=UTF8&refRID=0XGC69TMKWY9KT0R7QK9
It's a fraction the price of the Logitech. I was sure I was going to get the Logitech instead of the Zagg but now I think I should wait to see what other lower cost options exist.
Isun said:
I was just looking to order the Logitech keyboard for the Note Pro 12.2 and stumbled upon these two-
http://www.amazon.com/NEWSTYLE-Sams...ubst_pc_4?ie=UTF8&refRID=0XGC69TMKWY9KT0R7QK9
http://www.amazon.com/Ionic-Bluetoo...ubst_pc_5?ie=UTF8&refRID=0XGC69TMKWY9KT0R7QK9
It's a fraction the price of the Logitech. I was sure I was going to get the Logitech instead of the Zagg but now I think I should wait to see what other lower cost options exist.
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I've had keyboards like that for other tablets and they worked ok for how little I used them. I had one that had issues pairing but that could have been the rom I was running at that time.....If you're going to be doing a LOT of typing then I'd invest in something better. But if you're just going to type once a week or every 2 weeks then this should work
THe thing I don't like about these cases, as well as the logitech one, is they are too bulky. One of the reasons I purchased the Note Pro is for how thin it is for it's size...I want to enjoy that aspect while using it.
mikespe said:
I've had keyboards like that for other tablets and they worked ok for how little I used them. I had one that had issues pairing but that could have been the rom I was running at that time.....If you're going to be doing a LOT of typing then I'd invest in something better. But if you're just going to type once a week or every 2 weeks then this should work
The thing I don't like about these cases, as well as the logitech one, is they are too bulky. One of the reasons I purchased the Note Pro is for how thin it is for it's size...I want to enjoy that aspect while using it.
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I was planning on getting a K810 anyway for home computing and that could have been the answer to everything but then I would have no case. Even if I got a different case it would mean carrying the keyboard separately and paying a premium for a case and separate keyboard like the K810. That was why I thought the Logitech Pro with the built in keyboard was the best choice but now I'm stumped again because of the whole K810 option. If I find a really nice case then maybe I wont mind spending $100 on the K810 and another $50 or so on a case.
Isun said:
I was planning on getting a K810 anyway for home computing and that could have been the answer to everything but then I would have no case. Even if I got a different case it would mean carrying the keyboard separately and paying a premium for a case and separate keyboard like the K810. That was why I thought the Logitech Pro with the built in keyboard was the best choice but now I'm stumped again because of the whole K810 option. If I find a really nice case then maybe I wont mind spending $100 on the K810 and another $50 or so on a case.
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THIS is the case I bought and it only costs $13....I really like it a lot and for my needs it works quite well. I want to get the Otterbox case to use at work since I am a physical education teacher there's always that chance of something terrible happening to my technology. It adds bulk but for work at least I'll need something good...I have the Otterbox on my Note 2 and love it!! HERE is the screen protectors I am using and they also work quite well.
Even though I already have the ZAGG keyboard case I think I might also get the Samsung one as well. I here it's much better than the ZAGG & more durable...I'm just waiting for it to drop below $70...
mikespe said:
THIS is the case I bought and it only costs $13....I really like it a lot and for my needs it works quite well. I want to get the Otterbox case to use at work since I am a physical education teacher there's always that chance of something terrible happening to my technology. It adds bulk but for work at least I'll need something good...I have the Otterbox on my Note 2 and love it!! HERE is the screen protectors I am using and they also work quite well.
Even though I already have the ZAGG keyboard case I think I might also get the Samsung one as well. I here it's much better than the ZAGG & more durable...I'm just waiting for it to drop below $70...
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Thanks for the link. Here's one that seems to be really thin-
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...=B00HM7MRU0&linkCode=as2&tag=wwwyoutube07a-20
ShadowLea said:
It's a shame you didn't see this before you sold it : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=54772260&postcount=18
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Actually, I did shorten the nib as far as I could but it was still way off. It did not even occur to me to cut off the tip of the pen itself. I paid 45 dollars for it, I wanted it to work without looking like it was hacked by a two year old. So, the logical thing to do was to send it back and recover most of what I paid. I will get a Pilot pen and use that as a holder for the original pen like someone suggested in another thread, and I will have saved myself 40 dollars.
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Actually, I did shorten the nib as far as I could but it was still way off. It did not even occur to me to cut off the tip of the pen itself. I paid 45 dollars for it, I wanted it to work without looking like it was hacked by a two year old. So, the logical thing to do was to send it back and recover most of what I paid. I will get a Pilot pen and use that as a holder for the original pen like someone suggested in another thread, and I will have saved myself 40 dollars.
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Did you read the specific post? Because I am fundamentally opposed to cutting bits off a Wacom pen. I was describing the steps for the official method of adjusting the sensitivity and the offset...
Ruqayyah said:
It would still be quite helpful to have your links to see pictures and model numbers. For example, I searched Samsonite 13.3" Neoprene Sleeve and there are several on Samsonite's website with a range of prices.
I also saw the post in which someone compared your Icicu bag dimensions to another (not nearly as elegant) bag. I looked up yours on the Icicu website and was disappointed there was no photo of the bag's interior (or even a closer view of the pockets). I wonder if you might be able to post photos of your bag with and without your things?
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Certainly! I'll take some pictures once I get home!
Ok, the links:
The sleeve, this one: http://www.samsonite.co.uk/colorshi...-brown-turquoise/product-en.htm?or=4509575113
The Belkin flipblade: http://www.belkin.com/us/F5L084-Belkin/p/P-F5L084/
The 16" bag: http://www.samsonite.co.uk/intellio...6cm-16inch-black/product-en.htm?or=4509575113 (I love that it's expandable. Admittedly, won't fit my coat (That's what you get for having an ankle-long coat...) but I can get two tablets, documents, waterbottles and everything in it )
The Powerpack: http://www.conrad.com/ce/en/product...-385-Mobile-power-supply-Additional-battery-P
Mouse: http://www.logitech.com/en-gb/product/7108?crid=7
Keyboard: http://www.logitech.com/en-gb/product/bluetooth-illuminated-keyboard-k810?crid=26
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Did you read the specific post? Because I am fundamentally opposed to cutting bits off a Wacom pen. I was describing the steps for the official method of adjusting the sensitivity and the offset...
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Oh, you meant adjusting the potentiometer? I've tried that too, before cutting the nib, in fact, but I wasn't satisfied with the results. I used it with Note 10.1, maybe it works better on 12.2, but I didn't like it well enough to give it another try. The original pen still works best in my opinion and the Bamboo is not worth the expense.
mikespe said:
AmazonBasics 11.6-Inch Laptop and Tablet Bag
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Just curious to anyone who has this bag, how much room is left in the bag after the tablet is in it? Will it fit the tablet, with a keyboard case, a BT mouse, charger(s), and maybe a handful of odds and ends like a few file folders, pens/pencils, notebook, deck of Yugioh cards, etc.
How tight does it fit in the bag? It says it's for a 11.6" tablet, is the 12.2" Note Pro a tight fit?
I was actually looking at this one for about 50¢ more: ARCTIC MB201 Messenger Bag for Tablet/Laptop up to 12" Display , Water-Resistant Ballistic Nylon - Black
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Just curious to anyone who has this bag, how much room is left in the bag after the tablet is in it? Will it fit the tablet, with a keyboard case, a BT mouse, charger(s), and maybe a handful of odds and ends like a few file folders, pens/pencils, notebook, deck of Yugioh cards, etc.
How tight does it fit in the bag? It says it's for a 11.6" tablet, is the 12.2" Note Pro a tight fit?
I was actually looking at this one for about 50¢ more: ARCTIC MB201 Messenger Bag for Tablet/Laptop up to 12" Display , Water-Resistant Ballistic Nylon - Black
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The tablet JUST fits with the ZAGG keyboard case but you can fit cables & a mouse no problem
mikespe said:
The tablet JUST fits with the ZAGG keyboard case but you can fit cables & a mouse no problem
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Hmm... Maybe I'll have to look at something a hair bigger.
Ruqayyah said:
I also saw the post in which someone compared your Icicu bag dimensions to another (not nearly as elegant) bag. I looked up yours on the Icicu website and was disappointed there was no photo of the bag's interior (or even a closer view of the pockets). I wonder if you might be able to post photos of your bag with and without your things?
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Here they are.
This is all the stuff I've got it in:
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The empty bag:
Front pocket
Tablet pocket
Big pocket
Back pocket
Filled bag:
I've got plenty of space left (front and back pockets are empty besides the two regular pens, adapters, charger and notepad) for my small first aid kit, sunglasses, flashdrives, tissues, small make-up kit and other random rubbish.
Also, my sleeve's content: (I don't always bring the charger, sometimes it's in my bag or I leave it at home. Ditto for the keyboard. The rest is always in there.)
Filled:
Hi
I'm looking into getting a keyboard for my Note 12.2. I currently have the Samsung book cover and it does what it says and works fine. However I can't decide between a keyboard case or a separate keyboard. My requirements are possibly too much to ask from one device though as most nights I watch stuff on it in bed (not that sort of stuff ) and need to be able to hold it comfortably with the cover behind the tablet.
The one thing I don't like about the book cover is the way it stands up. It's very unstable and to be honest, not suitable to use with a separate keyboard. So if I went with a separate one, I'd need to get a cover/case that supported the tablet much better in landscape orientation standing up.
The keyboard case I was looking at was the Logitech Pro Case. Seems nice but how does it feel when the keyboard is behind so you can hold the tablet? Does it add much weight also?
Any ideas or photos of your set up would be greatly appreciated
Cheers
Andy
Too good to be true??
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/New-Logit...988?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item3ce9498fa4
I got the Wedge keyboard, and I bet Amazon has plenty of those used. I wished I waited to get mine from Amazon instead of buying it at full price at Staples. Great build quality, never once failed when using it for either my mac or tablet, and has portability. But any bluetooth keyboard pretty much does the same thing, though it depends on what you want.
If you want portability, get the Wedge Keyboard.
But if you want a bigger keyboard, I bet there are plenty. I've never heard of a keyboard case like the surface covers, but those would be a cool thing.
I have the Logitech cover with keyboard. It is very well designed and pretty comfortable. Its only disadvantage is weight - it weights about the same as the tablet itself.
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I prefer a separate bluetooth keyboard. So I've got a Logitech K810. It's exactly the same width as the tablet, so they fit together nicely in a sleeve. Excellent build quality, battery lasts for months and the keys are very responsive (as expected from Logitech's high-end line. It is 100 quid, after all.)
I also prefer a separate keyboard, picked up a used Belkin fsl114 (10 inch wide) for almost nothing that is outstanding. Believe it was in an Ipad case. We use extensively on another tablet and lasts quite a long while. Not quite full sized, about 3/4 size.
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I got RAPOO E6700 and with Xposed Additions I'm more than happy with it.
In mobile situations I use Microsoft Sculpt Keyboard, in the Office I use the full size Speedlink Athera Bluetooth Keyboard.
Thanks for all the advice, I'll be looking for a separate keyboard now I've got a decent folio case.
Is there any way to remove the magnets from the Logitech case? Or does anyone know of a keyboard case without magnets?
I really don't want anything to mess up the S-pen functionality and really don't like magnets in general when it comes to proximity to electronics.
The magnets in the Logitech case does not affect the S-pen functionality. Magnets do not affect electronics unless you use a really powerful magnet like the ones used in lifting cars in a junk yard.
However, normal magnets may affect floppy disks by erasing the magnetic part of the disk but who uses those anymore?
Most good speakers have a powerful electromagnet in them and you don't ever hear of those causing any issues with electronic stuff. In my office those speakers are within inches of my laptop and never any issues.
treetopsranch said:
The magnets in the Logitech case does not affect the S-pen functionality. Magnets do not affect electronics unless you use a really powerful magnet like the ones used in lifting cars in a junk yard.
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It's not about electronics. The Spen sensor itself is magnetic. Introducing another magnet into the magnetic field of the Spen disrupts the field.
Maybe, but the magnet in the Logitech keyboard does not affect my Spen in my Note Pro 12.2. Is it affecting yours?
treetopsranch said:
Maybe, but the magnet in the Logitech keyboard does not affect my Spen in my Note Pro 12.2. Is it affecting yours?
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Logitech has put a bit of protective material between the tablet and the case in their Note cases. The issue affected all Spen devices.
Cheaper cases, however, don't have that addition.
So annoying that the best keyboard case out there has these. It's a well known fact that magnets disrupt SPen. A clasp would have been fine. Which is why I bought the Speck Folio. And I'm probably going to buy a standalone K810 keyboard. Even if it's way less compact.
Really satisfied with my Logitech keyboard/case combo, the ability to switch layouts (I'm using canadian french) makes it perfect for the job. I'm also using a bluetooth mouse to get the most of it. Add a USB OTG dongle and you get pretty everything you need for a laptop replacement.
The only setback, like the others said, there's no magnet to shutdown the screen when closing the case.
I bought it on ebay for about 60$ which is well worth it.
I had a device with Wacom pen (it was an e-book reader) with cover that had a magnet in it - what it did is it destroyed the pen. The screen still works with another Wacom pen, but the pen that I had with the device is broken and draws only on parts of the screen. So now I avoid any covers with magnets.
I have had the Logitech since I bought the tablet 7 months ago and no problems at all.
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Been using my logi keyboard for 9 months myself, no magnetic dividing by zero so far...
...turns out logitech isn't some one off company that just throws **** together all willy nilly...
Hi
Has anyone come across a decent keyboard case or something similar that fits with the shield tablet, AND that has a touchpad /trackpad /trackball or similar control device built in??
NOTE. I know about the Zagg autofit 8 (but have to use a mouse next to it)
I've been using a logitech k410 , and though it's great, it's not always practical. Sometimes I really need a solution akin to the asus transformer series or something like the setup for the Microsoft surface tablets.
I travel a decent ammount and don't always have a flat surface that's big enough for both the tab and a keyboard
Any suggestions??
As mentioned it HAS to have a trackpad /trackball/ touchpad or similar ( even a lenovo/ ibm style nib would work)
cheers
D
DeBoX said:
Hi
Has anyone come across a decent keyboard case or something similar that fits with the shield tablet, AND that has a touchpad /trackpad /trackball or similar control device built in??
NOTE. I know about the Zagg autofit 8 (but have to use a mouse next to it)
I've been using a logitech k410 , and though it's great, it's not always practical. Sometimes I really need a solution akin to the asus transformer series or something like the setup for the Microsoft surface tablets.
I travel a decent ammount and don't always have a flat surface that's big enough for both the tab and a keyboard
Any suggestions??
As mentioned it HAS to have a trackpad /trackball/ touchpad or similar ( even a lenovo/ ibm style nib would work)
cheers
D
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Hey, did you settle on anyone? I need one also
I use this one http://www.ebay.com/itm/Official-So...488020?hash=item54081ec894:g:2-MAAMXQyY1TVQnf it works great for typing (or coding in my case) it has a nub on it that gets the job done as a mouse its not a case but fits all most anyware
@ coleburns
no I never found anything that would really fit all the requirements. Seen a few ebay BT keyboard + case folios , but they seemed both flimsy and thick as well as the three I've seen thus far required a flater surface due to a" backstand function" ( think of Microsoft surface works"). Still looking and hoping
Pissed of to no end due to the whole range of aftermaket solutions for Samsung and Ipad's
@ solbg
Thanks for the suggestion, haven't thought of that one. The problem is as I wrote I travel a decent amount and don't always have a flat surface that's big enough for both the tab and a keyboard. For example trains or metro or busses and even certain plains. I need something that is closer to a "laptop" setup like the Lenovo yoga or asus transformer series..
Thanks though....
The Zagg autofit 8 is the one that I am most satisfied with. Check it out.... Annnnnnddd I finished reading your original post. Disregard.
I know Cooper makes a folio style case with a touchpad keyboard built in. They run about $40-50 on Amazon.