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expiredYunwang posted Nov 30, 2021 5:33 AM

Apple Smart Keyboard Folio (iPad Pro 11-inch or iPad Air)

$99

$179

44% off
+ Free Shippingat Amazon
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Amazon has Apple Smart Keyboard Folio (iPad Pro 11-inch or iPad Air) on sale for $99. Shipping is free.

Thanks to community members Yunwang & ImpulseBuy for sharing this deal.
  • Note: Usually ships within 3 to 4 weeks.
Features:
  • The Smart Keyboard Folio is designed to deliver a great typing experience on a comfortable keyboard whenever you need it.
  • No charging or pairing required. Its durable lightweight cover protects both the front and back of your 11-inch iPad Pro and iPad Air (4th generation).
  • Simply attach it and type away.
  • Compatibility: iPad Pro 11-inch (1st generation or later), iPad Air (4th Generation)
  • Smart Folio provides front and back protection

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  • About this product:
    • Rating of 4.6 stars out of 5 from over 2,600 Amazon customer reviews.
  • About this deal:
    • This deal price is $80 lower (44.69% savings) than the list price of $179.
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Amazon has Apple Smart Keyboard Folio (iPad Pro 11-inch or iPad Air) on sale for $99. Shipping is free.

Thanks to community members Yunwang & ImpulseBuy for sharing this deal.
  • Note: Usually ships within 3 to 4 weeks.
Features:
  • The Smart Keyboard Folio is designed to deliver a great typing experience on a comfortable keyboard whenever you need it.
  • No charging or pairing required. Its durable lightweight cover protects both the front and back of your 11-inch iPad Pro and iPad Air (4th generation).
  • Simply attach it and type away.
  • Compatibility: iPad Pro 11-inch (1st generation or later), iPad Air (4th Generation)
  • Smart Folio provides front and back protection

Editor's Notes

Written by BostonGirl
  • About this product:
    • Rating of 4.6 stars out of 5 from over 2,600 Amazon customer reviews.
  • About this deal:
    • This deal price is $80 lower (44.69% savings) than the list price of $179.
  • About this store:

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Written by Yunwang

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ferg2k
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I have both the Keyboard Folio and the Magic Keyboard. I like both. I also have and hate a Zagg Messenger Folio. A few comparison points:

Keyboard Folio:

Super slim and super lightweight. You'd hardly notice the extra dimensions.
Squishy keys don't bother me at all. An occasional post as long as this is about as much as I'd ever type anyway.
Keyboard flips over entirely out of the way if you just want to hold it by hand, or prop it up against something. Therefore equally happy in portrait orientation.
Doesn't offer any drop protection.
The rubberized plastic shows signs of wear where you grip it within a few months, especially if you're in a hot environment.

Magic Keyboard

Noticeably bulkier and heavier. Nearly triples the thickness of the iPad.
Illuminated keys are the big win for me, especially if I know I'll be in a dark location.
The keys themselves are harder, but I can't say I prefer them to the squishy ones on the Folio. Again, I don't type much using a tablet.
The keyboard does not fold out of the way. This is only an issue if I want to use portrait orientation. The Folio is better for this.
The trackpad feels kinda pointless to me. My finger is an inch from the screen, so I just use that. For more precise work I'll use a Pencil anyway.
There's a little more protection for the back and the face.

I personally find the viewing angle just fine with both keyboards.

Zagg Messenger Folio

Bulkier, with much more protection. But so much bulkier that the biggest protection is that you'll never leave home with your iPad.
Older versions, compatible with my 2018 iPad Pro 11, are currently available at about $12 from Amazon. [amazon.com]


All that being said, you'd think I prefer the Folio. In fact, I mostly use the Magic Keyboard. Even though I don't type much text on either keyboard, I find the backlit keys on the Magic Keyboard to be helpful.

But both are good keyboards, and at $99, the Keyboard Folio is a steal.
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cloud226
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walmart has this keyboard for $89 with code WOWFRESH

https://www.walmart.com/ip/Apple-...hbdg=L1100
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atticjmmy
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Please for the love of god, can we get the magic keyboard for $150?
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Nov 30, 2021 8:57 PM
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Dec 1, 2021 12:35 AM
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atticjmmyDec 1, 2021 12:35 AM
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Please for the love of god, can we get the magic keyboard for $150?
Dec 1, 2021 12:35 AM
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nizwhatDec 1, 2021 12:35 AM
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Terrible angle just like the Magic keyboard one. I recommend the Logitech combo touch keyboard instead.
Dec 1, 2021 12:38 AM
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euuser400074Dec 1, 2021 12:38 AM
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Stack it with discover 30% off on selected accounts making it 70$ super sleak
Dec 1, 2021 12:49 AM
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purpleDec 1, 2021 12:49 AM
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Quote from popcornready :
How do you do this delayed shipping thing?
I have had delayed shipping items show up next morning. Doesn't really mean anything
Dec 1, 2021 12:50 AM
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purpleDec 1, 2021 12:50 AM
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Quote from nizwhat :
Terrible angle just like the Magic keyboard one. I recommend the Logitech combo touch keyboard instead.
What terrible angle? Logitech combo is super bulky.
Dec 1, 2021 12:58 AM
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mostwantedxDec 1, 2021 12:58 AM
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i have this keyboard from a $99 last time but rarely use it - just beware it gets beat up easily

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Dec 1, 2021 1:33 AM
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arneljrDec 1, 2021 1:33 AM
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Quote from atticjmmy :
Please for the love of god, can we get the magic keyboard for $150?
I swear everytime it's the 12.9 magic keyboard on sale... It's like they don't believe the 11" doesn't exist or something.
Dec 1, 2021 1:34 AM
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Joined Jun 2014
schlackDec 1, 2021 1:34 AM
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It's frustrating to see these 50% off type keyboard deals while the normal iPad case is $80 and almost never on sale. Im always intrigued by these deals but still planning for a normal case which seems like the better option for most people who are using the iPad for media consumption, browsing and gaming.
Dec 1, 2021 1:37 AM
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FastnetShannonDec 1, 2021 1:37 AM
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I have both the Keyboard Folio and the Magic Keyboard. I like both. I also have and hate a Zagg Messenger Folio. A few comparison points:

Keyboard Folio:
  • Super slim and super lightweight. You'd hardly notice the extra dimensions.
  • Squishy keys don't bother me at all. An occasional post as long as this is about as much as I'd ever type anyway.
  • Keyboard flips over entirely out of the way if you just want to hold it by hand, or prop it up against something. Therefore equally happy in portrait orientation.
  • Doesn't offer any drop protection.
  • The rubberized plastic shows signs of wear where you grip it within a few months, especially if you're in a hot environment.
Magic Keyboard
  • Noticeably bulkier and heavier. Nearly triples the thickness of the iPad.
  • Illuminated keys are the big win for me, especially if I know I'll be in a dark location.
  • The keys themselves are harder, but I can't say I prefer them to the squishy ones on the Folio. Again, I don't type much using a tablet.
  • The keyboard does not fold out of the way. This is only an issue if I want to use portrait orientation. The Folio is better for this.
  • The trackpad feels kinda pointless to me. My finger is an inch from the screen, so I just use that. For more precise work I'll use a Pencil anyway.
  • There's a little more protection for the back and the face.
I personally find the viewing angle just fine with both keyboards.

Zagg Messenger Folio
  • Bulkier, with much more protection. But so much bulkier that the biggest protection is that you'll never leave home with your iPad.
  • Older versions, compatible with my 2018 iPad Pro 11, are currently available at about $12 from Amazon. [amazon.com]

All that being said, you'd think I prefer the Folio. In fact, I mostly use the Magic Keyboard. Even though I don't type much text on either keyboard, I find the backlit keys on the Magic Keyboard to be helpful.

But both are good keyboards, and at $99, the Keyboard Folio is a steal.
Dec 1, 2021 2:13 AM
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Joined Mar 2014
DRAZYDec 1, 2021 2:13 AM
7 Comments
I've been eyeing one of these for the last two months since buying my new 11 inch iPad Pro but has always thought $179 was a bit much for a cover with keyboard. I think $99 is still a bit high but it's less that $179. Just ordered mine! 😂
Dec 1, 2021 2:28 AM
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dampierDec 1, 2021 2:28 AM
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Wish it was for the 12.9s. I also wish someone would explain how I got into this mode where the on screen keyboard must often be manually launched from an on screen keyboard icon. Cats have been walking over mine and changed the mode i guess.
Dec 1, 2021 2:36 AM
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graymen2Dec 1, 2021 2:36 AM
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Ordered thinking it was the Magic Keyboard with the USB C port, but was mistaken. Order cancelled. Waiting on the magic keyboard at $99 (again)
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Dec 1, 2021 3:50 AM
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FaithfulCorn509Dec 1, 2021 3:50 AM
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Quote from SlickRecess6328 :
Got it on delayed shipping in case of a better deal. Is the trackpad super important ? Or is the keyboard okay ?
It depends on how you'll use it. I have a regular ipad that I got a cheap keyboard case with trackpad so I can use it like a mini-laptop for office-style work, email, and paper writing. For me, the trackpad is a must since every time I have to take my hands off the keyboard it interrupts my flow. If you don't mind going between poking the screen and typing, then it may not be necessary.

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Dec 1, 2021 7:15 AM
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scREAMZDec 1, 2021 7:15 AM
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For those wanting a quality case with touchpad, the Logitech keyboard case with touchpad is also on sale for $108.98, about $40 less than normal..
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08VD9BMZW

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