The Foldable Wireless Keyboard from EC Technology is the first folding portable keyboard I have used that doesn't seem to have any obvious caveats. Crafted from Aircraft-grade aluminium, this Bluetooth keyboard appears very well made and feels great in the hand thanks to its anodized finish.
In the box is the keyboard, user guide and micro USB charge cable. Folded up, this measures in at 146.2 x 92.6 x 16.9mm and tips the scales at a lightweight 184g. Opened out for use, the keyboard is 251.7 x 89.6 x 6.6mm which is very close in size to the keyboard dimensions of the official Apple wireless keyboard. It's not full sized but the keys are approximately 90% of the apple keyboard. This keyboard employs an unusual bi-fold design that allows for a compact folded size but unusually a single piece space bar as well which is very welcome.
The keyboard lies flat and sits atop small rubber feet that hold it steady on a desktop when typing. This is a chiclet style keyboard fashioned from matt black plastic housed in the aluminium giving it a premium look and feel. This also gives it a reassuring rigidity which belies its price point.
The Li-polymer battery is rated as good for 120 days between charges or up to 80 hours of effective usage time. Charging is quick using the supplied micro USB cable which connects on the top. The twin LEDs on the fascia keep you informed of the status of the device showing Caps Lock, Bluetooth pairing, power, charging and low battery. The keyboard also features a power saving mode that will sleep after 10 minutes of inactivity but awakes again at the tap of a key.
Pairing is achieved by simply opening the keyboard, which turns it on, and holding down the function and C keys - the led will flash blue when available for pairing. No pass code is required and this is a onetime setup. Once paired, the keyboard subsequently connects automatically when powered on and quickly too. When typing, there was absolutely no lag and performance was great. The keyboard felt very good to type on considering the slim chassis - the keys use a scissor style connection which make them smooth and quiet in use. Function keys also worked with iOS functions so you can, for instance, change volume directly from the keyboard or pull up Spotlight search. There is actually an option to switch between iOS, Android and Windows which ensures you get the best compatibility depending on the host system.
The keyboard comes with a US layout which is a minor disappointment but quite common with portable keyboards. Thankfully, the region settings from the host OS are still at play so you will have access to your local characters, you just need to know the correct key strokes to achieve this and it only affects a handful of lesser used characters. Shift + 3 for example pulls up the £ sign.
It performed perfectly for me without any issues and feels very good quality for the money. The one thing I would liked to have seen included in the package would be some kind of case or bag given the portable nature of this keyboard but that really is a minor point with no impact on the functionality offered. You always expect compromises with a folding keyboard but there really aren't any of note with this one from EC Technology. I really recommend this for the road warrior that likes to keep a physical keyboard handy for their gadgets and I won't be going anywhere without it.
More details at http://www.iectechnology.com/productInfo.aspx?pid=de6ea319-eacd-4101-a017-d4e384ece667
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In the box is the keyboard, user guide and micro USB charge cable. Folded up, this measures in at 146.2 x 92.6 x 16.9mm and tips the scales at a lightweight 184g. Opened out for use, the keyboard is 251.7 x 89.6 x 6.6mm which is very close in size to the keyboard dimensions of the official Apple wireless keyboard. It's not full sized but the keys are approximately 90% of the apple keyboard. This keyboard employs an unusual bi-fold design that allows for a compact folded size but unusually a single piece space bar as well which is very welcome.
The keyboard lies flat and sits atop small rubber feet that hold it steady on a desktop when typing. This is a chiclet style keyboard fashioned from matt black plastic housed in the aluminium giving it a premium look and feel. This also gives it a reassuring rigidity which belies its price point.
The Li-polymer battery is rated as good for 120 days between charges or up to 80 hours of effective usage time. Charging is quick using the supplied micro USB cable which connects on the top. The twin LEDs on the fascia keep you informed of the status of the device showing Caps Lock, Bluetooth pairing, power, charging and low battery. The keyboard also features a power saving mode that will sleep after 10 minutes of inactivity but awakes again at the tap of a key.
Pairing is achieved by simply opening the keyboard, which turns it on, and holding down the function and C keys - the led will flash blue when available for pairing. No pass code is required and this is a onetime setup. Once paired, the keyboard subsequently connects automatically when powered on and quickly too. When typing, there was absolutely no lag and performance was great. The keyboard felt very good to type on considering the slim chassis - the keys use a scissor style connection which make them smooth and quiet in use. Function keys also worked with iOS functions so you can, for instance, change volume directly from the keyboard or pull up Spotlight search. There is actually an option to switch between iOS, Android and Windows which ensures you get the best compatibility depending on the host system.
The keyboard comes with a US layout which is a minor disappointment but quite common with portable keyboards. Thankfully, the region settings from the host OS are still at play so you will have access to your local characters, you just need to know the correct key strokes to achieve this and it only affects a handful of lesser used characters. Shift + 3 for example pulls up the £ sign.
It performed perfectly for me without any issues and feels very good quality for the money. The one thing I would liked to have seen included in the package would be some kind of case or bag given the portable nature of this keyboard but that really is a minor point with no impact on the functionality offered. You always expect compromises with a folding keyboard but there really aren't any of note with this one from EC Technology. I really recommend this for the road warrior that likes to keep a physical keyboard handy for their gadgets and I won't be going anywhere without it.
More details at http://www.iectechnology.com/productInfo.aspx?pid=de6ea319-eacd-4101-a017-d4e384ece667
Video review:
Ec Technology Ipad Keyboard User Manual 2017
Logitech® Tablet Keyboard for iPad. Logitech® Tablet Keyboard 2 Contents. Using the keyboard FN key User-friendly enhanced F-keys provide shortcuts to useful functions, such as Volume, Play and Next Track. To use the enhanced functions (blue icons), first press and hold the FN key. Unlock iPad 14. On/Off slider switch 15. View and Download Innovative Technology ITIP-7500 manual online. Ultra Thin Bluetooth Keyboard Case Designed for iPad Air. ITIP-7500 Docking Station pdf manual download. Page 1: User Manual 2. Unfold the tyPad case and position it so that the keyboard is facing you. Carefully insert your iPad into the case via the opening at the top of the tyPad. The iPad should be inserted so that the volume buttons on the device are facing upwards.
Ec Technology Ipad Keyboard User Manual Free
Foldable bluetooth keyboard: folding and ergonomic bluetooth keyboard, Pocket size, sleek and slim design.Compatible 3 major operating system: iOS / Android / Windows. Works with most bluetooth supported devices.Made of Aircraft-grade aluminum for superior rigidity, anodized matte process creates excellent sense of touch. lightweight(0.4 lb) Closed size: 5.8'*3.6'*0.7', Open Size: 9.9'*3.5'*0.2'.Built-in rechargeable Li-polymer battery provides more than 60 hours of effective usage time, on a single charge.Package includes: EC Technology Foldable Bluetooth keyboard, USB charging cable, user manual.
EC Technology proudly presents a cross platform Bluetooth Ultra-Slim Keyboard with foldable keyboard. Users can enjoy creating and communicating across multiple platforms on bluetooth supported devices wirelessly. Travel anywhere portably without the hassle of tangling wires. Folding in pocket Put it in your pocket and go traveling, when need communicate with your friends, opening his body began to typing. Cross Platform Compatible Fully functional to all three major operating system: IOS/Android/Windows, and features system-specific function keys for each operating systems. Bluetooth supported devices such as laptop, computer, tablet, smartphone can easily paired and gain quick access to common functions, such as volume level, playback control, copy paste text, and more. Comfortable, quiet typing The whisper-quiet, low-profile keys ... read more
EC Technology proudly presents a cross platform Bluetooth Ultra-Slim Keyboard with foldable keyboard. Users can enjoy creating and communicating across multiple platforms on bluetooth supported devices wirelessly. Travel anywhere portably without the hassle of tangling wires. Folding in pocket Put it in your pocket and go traveling, when need communicate with your friends, opening his body began to typing. Cross Platform Compatible Fully functional to all three major operating system: IOS/Android/Windows, and features system-specific function keys for each operating systems. Bluetooth supported devices such as laptop, computer, tablet, smartphone can easily paired and gain quick access to common functions, such as volume level, playback control, copy paste text, and more. Comfortable, quiet typing The whisper-quiet, low-profile keys ... read more