Will I be able to type with the keyboard when it is in my lap, or does it require a flat surface to keep the iPad up like the Surface Pro does?
1443943
Hi, Jeff. The keyboard's thin 6.4-millimeter profile makes desk or lap use very comfortable.
1443944
For perfect operation, it does need a flat surface. It is a bit wobbly to put on the lap, because there is a little flexible part that extends from the alumunium cover. That flexible part needs stable support. If no stable support, the ipad would come off from the magnet
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Hey Jeff, it depends on the angle of the screen. If you have it on the first notch, it will most likely fall over. I always used the second notch and I laid on the bed and used it frequently. It rarely fell over. If you push too hard on the iPad selecting things, it may fall over, but if you just are typing, it will work good. I like the case. I will say that the magnets hold much better than other designs.
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not undestanding what you mean about "...putting the keyboard". the ipad fits in it and that's all it has room for. it turns 360 degrees. sideways & upright. it turns off when you close but based on your settings. i set my timer to a few minutes only or shut it down. it's very sturdy.
98093
Yes and no.. I do put in on my lap and type but it just depends how much typing you are trying to do. The solution would be a laptop pillow. Hope this helps.
1049021
The keyboard has a specific angle that it can extend to at its maximum because the iPad is heavier in comparison to the keyboard (the maximum angle is a balance between the heavy iPad and light keyboard so that the whole configuration won't tip over). I bought this for my dad and he has no complaints. Hope this helps :)
2234959
As Kim wrote, the keyboard is not cemented--but magnetized--to the folio cover. Simply slide the keyboard along the cover or remove it from the cover (and use the keyboard on your lap) so that you can adjust the iPad's angle anywhere you like along the cover's interior. The friction between the folio cover's microfiber interior and the edges of the rubberized plastic iPad tray prevent the iPad from falling.
1004386
I am looking at the Eagle Tech Foldable Keyboard as I write this, and can confirm that it does not lock when placing it upon your lap. I would not recommend using in your lap. However, on a flat surface, it works awesome.
451285
It might be a bit wobbly on your lap but id does fold back so that you may use without keyboard. I am very happy with mine, for what it's worth.
929561
Yes, you can type on the keyboard when both are laid out flat. There is no special position that the iPad have to be in in order for you to use the keyboard.
98094
Typing, yes; reading and using? That depends. The stand is limited to one angle which is a bit steep for full upright lap use and just a tad shallow for fully reclined use, as far as I am concerned; I tend to not need the keyboard in bed and I just remove it. The iPad mini itself is pretty stable in the groove though; if you tilt it more than about 35 degrees backward or about 20 forward it will start to fall out. It's more steady than the larger iPad version physically because the mini center of mass is lower and it fits pretty snug in the groove.
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There are little legs on the back you can use to tilt the keyboard up on the top, but I have to keep my wrists even as much as possible, so I keep the keyboard flat. I use wrist rests home made, with dry rice or small dry beans in them. I hope this makes sense. :-)
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The keyboard is as big as the ipad. I only typed on it a few times, but I really liked it. It would probably work best if you could set the keyboard on a hard surface, but I had to put mine on my lap to use it. I hope this helped you.
2146647
No. You really need to put it on a flat surface to type. It does 'lock' closed with magnets.
438375
I have the flat keyboard and yes, you can definitely use the case without the keyboard. the cover of the case folds into a kickstand for the surface.
1910332
The keyboard can not be separated for this particular model. I am able to rest the Ipad on the keyboard to use it without the keyboard.
2239860
I use the keyboard on my lap, I have not had any problems. There is a little "grove" for the feet to fit into. If the angle was to great, maybe the feet would slip out.
2220424
As long as you have Bluetooth access this keyboard works fine. It just needs a flat surface.
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Yes, the keyboard and iPad are totally independent. I personally prefer using the notch on the keyboard tray, but the other night my wife was holding the iPad and I was typing on the keyboard across the room.