How do you check the battery level of the keyboard? Or it is not possible?
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The charge light blinks when it's time to recharge. Turns off when fully charged.
1564801
To my knowledge, it's not possible. However, I did read somewhere that each charge is good for 40 to 50 hours of operation, so after about 15 to 20 hours of operation, I simply charge it back up toward assuring that I'm never surprised. As you're probably aware, the charging light goes off when the KB is fully charged. Hope this helps.
2210507
Keyboard is backlit. Battery life will vary depending upon usage, but I can usually get 4+ hours during general use.
714910
Make sure the bluetooth switch is turned on and you see the blue light. If you don't see the blue light, then you probably need to charge the keyboard.
1992396
Chances are, it's most likely your power cord/adapter. I work at a Radio Shack and we sell that same lighted keyboard. You can check it by taking the keyboard into a Radio Shack, and they'll be able to look at the power adapter, test it, and recommend a replacement which is part of their store stock. Average price of a power adapter like that should be anywhere from 15 to 30 bucks. :-)
1605120
We have had no problems with our keyboard. My son just last night plugged his in for a charge after 3 days. To me it sounds like it might be defective.
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It depends on where you are. The "solar" keyboard charges just as well in fairly normal room lighting, so unless you're typing in the dark, or in dim lighting, the keyboard will never discharge. There is a utility included with the keyboard that tells you whether the keyboard is currently being properly charged, and if the keyboard ever does discharge, such as when you go on vacation and leave the thing behind, just turn on the lights for a while and you're good to go.
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Mine works correctly as well, so you should contact customer service.BTW there is no charging involved with this keyboard.
1131242
I've had mine for months, use it nearly every day, and haven't needed to charge the keyboard yet. Perhaps it's because I just turn off the keyboard every time I close the lid. See if that prolongs your battery life, unless of course you already are.
471743
Irish Eyes, The USB dongle is tucked away in the battery compartment. Just open the battery compartment on the bottom of the keyboard and you'll see it.
1017128
There is an indicator bar on the right side of the front screen. As the battery is used the bar decreases. Unplug the dock from power and check the indicator to see how much battery there is.
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I'm pretty certain no, can't check it right know. Though you can always use the touch screen keyboard.
1090244
the battery is build-in the keyboard. can not change it, it is chargable build-in design, no need to change, you can charge it when it is low battery.
1601986
The keyboard is backlit, but you will need to adjust the power settings if you want the backlighting on while on battery.
2026565
Had mine for about 3 months, charged it about half-dozen times. System Preference has an icon when you load up the Logitech Software that will indicate how low the battery is. IIRC that software will also tell you, if you forget, to recharge it. I simply plug mine into the USB port on the keyboard, and continue to use but a couple hours later it's all good. I got mine at half the price of Apple's and most pleased. Took the Magic Pad back.
269852
I've never actually tried to measure the battery life of the Viewsonic, which powers the keyboard part of the case, while the keyboard is plugged in. The case/keyboard itself has no battery.
942190
I can't really answer that because I use Android. I haven't checked the battery from my tablet. I only check from my PC, and it seems good. I use Linux Mint, which required no drivers or downloading to have everything just work, after I manually linked the keyboard the first time. That part took a little command-line tweaking. Not so for my Android tablet (Nexus 7, so native Google latest version).
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I have switched this off from the start as I am always trying to extend the life of things. It is very unfortunate this battery does not last longer. I don't believe it was situation with the battery life/on/off was listed anywhere when these were first available and it should have been. I bought mine as a lightening deal and hopefully the battery lasts for awhile. I may buy one now so I do have a spare when mine does go. I kept my old keyboard just in case and hopefully won't need it.