I was wondering if this is suitable for a college student. Is it heavy with the ipad2? Is the battery rechargeable?
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Yes, this is very suitable for a college student. The iPad becomes slightly heavier because of this case, but the convenience of having a keyboard is really worth it. To charge, you need to connect it to a computer. Thus, if you do not have a computer, this case is not recommended. It comes with the cable for charging.
1280578
Light weight and very durable.. Battery is rechargable, but can go for many weeks before its needed... It is rechargable via USB and charges rather quickly.. It has auto shutdown to conserve battery... Most definately an asset for college use...
1280579
I have an Ipad 4 & I don't think it's heavy. The battery really last a long time and no issues on using the keyboard only thing is it gets dirty really easy.
1280580
Very suitable for a college student. (My iPad was a gift - I am a Samsung user and so used to Samsung Swype keyboard that iPad seems archaic.) Because I am not a fan of the iPad `tap' keyboard, I got this as both a solution for a cover and a keyboard. The keys `depress' much like a standard keyboard so less errors and all the convenience of a shift key! The keyboard/cover is rechargeable - just plug it into your computer USB or similar. The charge lasts a long time - easily the three months they advertise. I don't think it is that heavy but certainly does add weight. It was not a deal breaker, though.... Very suitable for a college student. (My iPad was a gift - I am a Samsung user and so used to Samsung Swype keyboard that iPad seems archaic.) Because I am not a fan of the iPad `tap' keyboard, I got this as both a solution for a cover and a keyboard. The keys `depress' much like a standard keyboard so less errors and all the convenience of a shift key! The keyboard/cover is rechargeable - just plug it into your computer USB or similar. The charge lasts a long time - easily the three months they advertise. I don't think it is that heavy but certainly does add weight. It was not a deal... » Read More Very suitable for a college student. (My iPad was a gift - I am a Samsung user and so used to Samsung Swype keyboard that iPad seems archaic.) Because I am not a fan of the iPad `tap' keyboard, I got this as both a solution for a cover and a keyboard. The keys `depress' much like a standard keyboard so less errors and all the convenience of a shift key! The keyboard/cover is rechargeable - just plug it into your computer USB or similar. The charge lasts a long time - easily the three months they advertise. I don't think it is that heavy but certainly does add weight. It was not a deal breaker, though.... « Show Less
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I use it everyday at work and at home. I am in and out of my car with it. It is in and out of a bag nearly daily. It has a weight to it with the ipad 2 but its lighter than a laptop. I am typing with the keyboard now and I probably charge the keyboard every 3 weeks or maybe longer. It charges with a micro just like most newer electronics so it doesn't need a special adapter or anything. I would think this would hold up well. I have a screen protector with it too. The way the ipad is held (very snugly) to the cover it can push and tug on the screen protector if the film isn't place on perfectly. that is user error and not the screen protector or the keyboard/case fault. Hope that helps. I use it everyday at work and at home. I am in and out of my car with it. It is in and out of a bag nearly daily. It has a weight to it with the ipad 2 but its lighter than a laptop. I am typing with the keyboard now and I probably charge the keyboard every 3 weeks or maybe longer. It charges with a micro just like most newer electronics so it doesn't need a special adapter or anything. I would think this would hold up well. I have a screen protector with it too. The way the ipad is held (very snugly) to the cover it can push and tug on the screen protector if the film isn't place on... » Read More I use it everyday at work and at home. I am in and out of my car with it. It is in and out of a bag nearly daily. It has a weight to it with the ipad 2 but its lighter than a laptop. I am typing with the keyboard now and I probably charge the keyboard every 3 weeks or maybe longer. It charges with a micro just like most newer electronics so it doesn't need a special adapter or anything. I would think this would hold up well. I have a screen protector with it too. The way the ipad is held (very snugly) to the cover it can push and tug on the screen protector if the film isn't place on perfectly. that is user error and not the screen protector or the keyboard/case fault. Hope that helps. « Show Less
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Sorry, don't know- my wife purchased it for her iphone 4s, and is quite happy with its use for that. That being said, it seems to me (as an iPad 2 and iphone 4s owner) that the iPads typically require perhaps 4x the charging power/time of the iPhone, so you definitely should not assume what it is capable of until you can research it a bit more, thanks.
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It adds about 1.5 lbs so it gets up to the weight of a lightweight laptop such as an 11" Apple MacBook Air which weighs about 2.4 lbs. My guess is it is the Li ion battery that adds most of the weight, but the case is also "rubberized" for durability so it also adds a bit. But you get a long lasting battery keyboard for your iPad. You can detach the top part with iPad and just use the iPad when you don't want to carry the extra weight of the keyboard and battery. Note: your iPad Air weighs in at a lb. Hope this helps.
1974721
I just ordered the duo today so I haven't gotten it yet, but did a lot of researching the last month. I'll probably write a review after I play with it for a bit. The iPad seemed nifty for a tablet but it's drawbacks were too big for me: Tiny storage amount, no USB ports, limited to mac software and apps, and much more expensive. The good battery life does make it tempting otherwise.... I've had a big laptop of a few years and the screen just died on me. It was great, but big and bulky and not so great for toting around anywhere with me. Actually for it's size, the Duo has about the same specs as my full laptop did (including average to poor battery life). I've always used my laptop as a secondary computer, when I'm downstairs and just want to tinker on the internet, small programs, or read. If you want great specs, want to use some hard-core multi-tasking or programs and want that real upgrade from the little netbook... a laptop might be better if it's your only computer. My best friend has a netbook and I was always struck by how small it is. She seems quite happy with it though and I have to admit it's so easy to bring anywhere. Though I wouldn't say the duo is a perfect product by any means yet, I think it seems the best mix. Gives much more functionality than an iPad (or any plain tablet) and does come with better specs than almost any netbook I've seen (Windows 7, 2 GB of Ram, and equivalent or better storage).
864669
Battery is comparable to iPad, if a bit less, 7-8 hours. I am able to use an external portable USB hard drive plugged in for 2 hours a day for 3 days before I need to recharge. There are just over 33GB left after operating system, etc.
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Well, the iPad comes off, but that brace stays in the keyboard half, and doesn't really tuck away. If you just want to be able to take the iPad out, there is an easy mechanism for that, and the cover that stays on the iPad is very unobtrusive.Battery life has never been an issue for me, as long as I just charge them together.
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It charges my iphone pretty fast so I don't see any problem with an iPad although it will charge much slower being that a "tablet" takes more to charge than a phone. And a laptop?, It might keep your battery where it's at or more likely drain very slowly. I have plugged all kinds of gear apple or not, and as long as it has USB it'll charge or try its damnedest. Hope that helps.
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May be two separate issues. My cover is still great after 3 months...and I have a 5 year old using the tablet...almost like new. I also found that the battery was draining quickly...more quickly than my other IPAD. Turns out I had to turn down the screen brightness and other other such automatic battery drainers. I did this and the batter is 50% better...still not as good as my old IPAD but much, much better. But...maybe you do have a leaking battery...if that kind of battery leaks....you should 'Google' that question. There's a whole section of the Internet devoted to getting better battery life for your IPAD Air2. Sorry I couldn't exactly answer your question...
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I have used my Ipad 2 while its charging without any problems. However, it charges at a much slower rate while its in use. If the Ipad is fully charged from the outset, then it will maintain its charge while in use if charging.
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I think that's a relative question. No, I wouldn't say it's heavy. This is my first ipad so I have no means of comparison, but the ipad is certainly heavier than the cover. I'd call the cover STURDY, but not heavy.
1583821
I use this with my iPad 2 all the time and it works great, never had any issues, also use it with my 5S - thinking about getting another one for my sons 4S as he loves it too. A mini should be fine.
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it's very good. I watched a FHD movie for two and a half hours and the battery went from 99% to 74%. My guess is it is probably good for 10 hours. It runs very cool.I charged it overnight occasionally. As far as battery life is concerned, it is much much better than my iPad3
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Hi, the keyboard is feather light. No it will not make your iPad heavier. The battery life is amazing. Holds a charge for months. Yes it is rechargarble with the included charger. Enjoy. You won' be disappointed.
1852944
I seem to be charging mine twice per semester. I use it heavily. The battery on this thing is phenomenal!
103957
I think it is better suited for work. I carry an iPad in the tablet slot and a MacBook Pro in the laptop slot. I have headphones in the front pocket and the middle pocket usually holds work papers and any books I might be reading that I don't have on the iPad. I guess it would be OK for high school depending on how many books you try to fit in it.
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As far as sitting around, I don't think the battery leaks much power while not in use. While in use, the power tank definitely will last longer when charging something such as an iPhone because the battery is smaller compared to an iPad, which would probably take a larger toll on the power tank.
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Very light!!! I'm guessing about half or less than the weight of the iPad mini. It works well too. My son uses it for his homework daily.