Intro:
I ordered this keyboard Dec. 6 and received it Dec. 10. When i ordered the keyboard, the shipping was free. So, the price was 19.99.
I've only had the keyboard for a few days, so this review will be short but so far, it's been working flawlessly and seamlessly with my Nexus 7.
PURCHASE
Aesthetics:
The keyboard closely resembles a mac keyboard. It seems to be made of plastic, but the area surrounding the keys is a very good imitation of aluminum. In contrast with the white chiclet keys, it definitely looks snazzy and not cheap at all. it's quite thin and low profile, but not small. It's not too much smaller than my laptop keyboard. I have rather large hands w/long fingers and i have no problems typing on this keyboard.
Function:
It was VERY simple to get up and running. It does require two AAA batteries that aren't included, so be sure you have some handy. After putting the batteries in. all you do is turn it on and sync it with your Nexus 7 bluetooth. Just follow the on screen prompt and you'll be set up in seconds.
Very easy to use, and the syncing is seamless. By that, i mean that it's the equivalent of typing on your laptop keyboard. There's no delay at all.
Also, all of my keys work perfectly except for the Home key. But, that may be due to my running a different rom.
Build Quality: The keyboard feels very sturdy and well made. No loose ends, creaks, or uneveness to be found. The keys feel firm to the press, and none of them stick. I have no doubt this baby will hold up for a long time.
Cons:
It didn't come with a case. This isn't a deal breaker, since it was 20$. So for the price, i'm VERY satisfied. but still, a carrying case would have been nice.
Also, like i mentioned above. the Home key does not seem to work, Though, this may be an individual issue since i'm not running a stock rom, but instead PA with Phablet enabled.
Overall: 4.8/5. Sturdy build, beautiful look, and seamless syncing all for right under 20$. Definitely would order from Anker again.
Also, it works with not only Android, but iOS as well.
Photos (pardon the phone camera quality and poor lighting):
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So what function keys that is has that you confirmed do work?
^^ Well, the only ones working for are the volume buttons and play/pause button. But, like i said, i haven't read complaints from other Android users who purchased this keyboard regarding the home keys. So, it must be because of my rom. I run PA with the tablet interface which could very obviously affect the home key, brightness, etc. I'll take a thorough look at the Amazon reviews to see if there are any widespread complaints.
[Sent from my Nexie7. Pardon errors.]
Hi EboniLM: I just recieved this keyboard for christmas to use with my galaxy note 2. It works great so far (I'm using it to type this) but I'm trying to figure out how to set up shortcuts. I'm running stock Jelly Bean. Have you found any good info on setting up shortcuts? I'm not sure where to look in the OSsettings or if I'd be better off running a custom ROM like PA, etc. Thanks so much for your help and review!
Is this battery operated or rechargeable.
It is battery operated.
And no I don't know of any solutions for the hotkey issue, as I haven't looked for any. It doesn't bother me since the hotkey that work are the only ones I need lol
But I'll look in my settings to see if the shortcuts/hotkeys need to be set up. I never even thought of that.
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Where is it the cheaper place to buy by internet. I live in Spain.
Is it work in PPC 2003?
Thank you
Please help
Expansys are too expensive. There is somthing cheaper for Ipaq to use with the xda. I only want a portable and little keyboard.
Thanks.
I got a great folding keyboard of eBay UK for 18 quid it came in from Singapore I expect he would sent to Spain,
Type in XDA and tick titles and descriptions, its a metalic one looks mighty cool mine arived today
from what i heard, (and experienced with ipaq GPS).
any hardware for ipaq wont realy work with xda
because tho the connection is the same, its rewired on the inside
but im sure, if you know what you're doin, can rewire the plug.
http://www.myxda.com/web/template/XdaAccessories.vm
well the one in the buttom should work with xda now that o2 are selling them
I have one (the thumbboard that is), but I should warn you it's a masterpiece of bad design. Everything about it is perfect, good size, good tactile feedback, but... all the keys are in the wrong place! There's an extra row below zxcvbnm above the space bar, and it renders the device useless.
XDA keyboard
I purchased the keyboard with buttons between the zxcvbnm row and the spacebar. I was used to the fantastic keyboard on the Danger Hiptop and wanted something similar for the XDA. THIS IS NOT IT. This keyboard is a piece of garbage. It's faster using the on-screen keyboard. The Fn key instead of the Shift key for using numbers? Bah! I hate it.
(vent mode off)
Now... I'm stuck with this US$80 wonder. I put the new ROM for Windows Mobile 2003 (http://www.yorch.net) and now cannot use the keyboard. It won't allow me to switch from IR and Serial to Keyboard in the settings app. Anyone know how I might hack this to get it to work (eg registry settings), or does anyone have a link to an updated driver?
Model is G3B0
Manufacturer is Darfon Electronics Corp
Software version is 1.8 build 1127
Thanks mucho
Re: XDA keyboard
hypr said:
I was used to the fantastic keyboard on the Danger Hiptop
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I just bought my Girl the color sidekick(tmobiles hiptop) for Christmas...and i think im going to have to steal it from her one of these days :twisted:
...but anyway... i use an on screen keyboard that fills the whole screen of the xda, i havent found any complaints with it personally
Full-screen keyboard link?
Sounds cool. Details, pls! What's it called, where I can grab it...
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pictures for 2 accessories for qtek 2020 not sure if they work with xda /qtek 1010
the first if the said by people to be useless thumb one
Yep, that's the useless thumb pad. The bottom row of keys is Shift, Email, up, down, left, right, windows, ctrl (as you can't see it very clearly from the pic). This means that half the time you go to hit the space key, you end up hitting a cursor key, and the cursor keys themselves are useless in this layout - the keyboard doesn't disable the normal 5way pad, so why duplicate these keys??? as I've said before, this is a masterpiece of bad design.
Incidentally, it fits the XDA II, and indeed is being sold as an accesory for it, but I can't find a PPC2K3 driver for it? Anybody got one?
@ hyper
its called Spb Full Screen Keyboard
there are other ones, but i found this one on a FTP 4 free 8)
I had the HTC thumb keyboard and had system lockups due to the driver. I ended up sending the unit back. I like the SPB full screen keyboard for SMS and some editing.
Have not tried the second external keyboard!
Received new Galaxy Tab 8.9 WiFi from Amazon..
Half screen is dimmer, there is a green tint at the conners and wtf is wrong with that keyboard? They must be joking with button layout like this?
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Though it's probably still the thinnest and lightest ~9-10inch tablet on the market right now. Pretty cheap too. By the way I had galaxy tab 8.9 3G and it didn't have any of this nonsense. So I was wondering it's just one broken device, or tab 8.9 wifi version is a really cheap low quality model? Or maybe it's just Samsung, not the first or even second their device that have screen issues.
Looks like a French keyboard layout. It should be pretty obvious that the screen should not have a sharp brightness change halfway across, so that seems likely to be a hardware fault.
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Obviously its working as intended, doesnt take a genius to see that
I just wondering to replace it with another WIFI version or upgrade to 3G, though I'm always using 3G tethering over wifi from my phone anyway.
I've got it from Amazon.co.uk, but it seems like a French version, though there wasn't a single mention about that. Anyway it's just a matter of flashing another ROM.
Originalas said:
So I was wondering it's just one broken device, or tab 8.9 wifi version is a really cheap low quality model? Or maybe it's just Samsung, not the first or even second their device that have screen issues.
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I'd be getting a new one from Amazon. That's really not good. You mention 'another rom', is the tab running stock in the photo? If so, definitely needs to be returned. If not, then try going back to stock and see if it goes away.
I think it's broken... :S
It could also be some unannounced 3D model and he forgot to use the glasses.
j/k
Seriously, send it back.
Actually, this layout is only used in Belgium (azerty). Something went wrong with first initialization, is pretty easy to solve in the settings.
The screen though, it's strange that it's exactly on 50%. Not good, send it back!
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It's all stock. It's definitely a screen problem anyway, I've noticed even some burnin (google search button, chrome tabs on weather widget).
Try a last thing, go into recovery and see if the problem is still there
hahaha ,,,
Im curious how it will be if I rotate it :laugh::laugh::laugh:
Go back to the SAV
I've bought a new one on amazon.fr this month without any of your issues but (happiness?) the french azerty keyboard. I agree about the fact that the french keyboard isn't well designed but it works well and you can change it by swipe or another one like you wish.
Have you change the locale in parameters in order to change the keyboard mapping?
Warranty service replaced whole screen and even ROM version to Lithuanian. So it seems a pretty decent tablet now.
Though very slow because of Android 3.2, so I'll have to try something else maybe Cyanogenmod 10.
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Though very slow because of Android 3.2, so I'll have to try something else maybe Cyanogenmod 10.
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Don't use Samsung's widgets (they make the tablet crawl), and install ADW Launcher Ex, you'll notice a big improvement to start with.
I've seen this only once for the iPad, I've looked for something similar for various Android tablets with no luck. Here I am with my N7 hoping that such a thing may exist...
I know everyone wants to go slimmer, but for my ideal situation I would really like to find something that is more of a true "padfolio" style case.
Opened up on the inside left a pocket that holds a standard "small" legal pad, in the spine a spot for a pen, on the right a holder for the N7. I saw one for the ipad that held a full sized yellow legal pad at one point in time, but I don't know who made it. Sometimes notes on the N7 is just too slow and would be faster to just jot something down.
So has anyone ran across such a case? My searching has been unsuccessful so far. I don't care about standing it up or anything like that. A magnetic clasp and smart cover would be nice. If I can't find what I'm looking for, I'll probably just get the Blurex ultra-slim now that it is prime eligible.
twiceover said:
I've seen this only once for the iPad, I've looked for something similar for various Android tablets with no luck. Here I am with my N7 hoping that such a thing may exist...
I know everyone wants to go slimmer, but for my ideal situation I would really like to find something that is more of a true "padfolio" style case.
Opened up on the inside left a pocket that holds a standard "small" legal pad, in the spine a spot for a pen, on the right a holder for the N7. I saw one for the ipad that held a full sized yellow legal pad at one point in time, but I don't know who made it. Sometimes notes on the N7 is just too slow and would be faster to just jot something down.
So has anyone ran across such a case? My searching has been unsuccessful so far. I don't care about standing it up or anything like that. A magnetic clasp and smart cover would be nice. If I can't find what I'm looking for, I'll probably just get the Blurex ultra-slim now that it is prime eligible.
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You want something that will most definitely add bulk to the device lol, the direct opposite of what most people want.
The closest thing so far is this
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Folio-PU-Le...?pt=US_Tablet_Accessories&hash=item3cc921a483
It has a pocket where you can put a small notepad in it if needed. Other than that no dice in my quick searches.
Well a legal pad is about the same thickness as the n7 so it would basically double the thickness. Yeah hat case is about as close as it gets,but I don't like how it holds the device. Sigh. Ohh well. Maybe someone will see this and think it's a good idea.
Not sure how the N7 compares to an iPad, but Booqpads are the type of thing you're looking for?
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Wish the TF201 would fit into these, but alas
Yup that's exactly what I want only for the nexus 7 with a standard small legal pad. I have some ideas though...
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You want something that will most definitely add bulk to the device lol, the direct opposite of what most people want.
The closest thing so far is this
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Folio-PU-Le...?pt=US_Tablet_Accessories&hash=item3cc921a483
It has a pocket where you can put a small notepad in it if needed. Other than that no dice in my quick searches.
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That would work. Put the back cardboard of the notepad in there leaving the pages exposed.
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There was a similar thread where someone found a case very similar to how you want. I'll try and find it out.
http://www.zsxiaozhi.com/Google-Nexus-7-Tablet-with-Notepad-Folio-Case-in-Coffee-Leather_p_368.html
http://www.zsxiaozhi.com/Nexus-Tablet_c_50.html
Sorry to bring this one up again.
I'm looking for exactly the same thing. A case like a booqpad for the iPad or something similar.
Are there, after nearly one year, any news? Does anyone have seen something that could fit or maybe something homemade?
Thanks!
Been really struggling to decide on the case for me after returning one. I'm really after a case similar to the iPad ones, slim and can be used to stand.
The Poetic one seems good but the thread on here seems almost all American. It's £20 here on Amazon and has had no reviews which is unusual. Is it worth that and is it the same? Sounds like I need the 3rd version.
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Poetic-Slim...CPTQ/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1348174175&sr=8-3
If not are there any similar cases out there in the UK that people recommend? I'd also ideally like a colour as apposed to just black but it's not essential.
Thanks.
Any of these should do you..
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Ultra-thi...lePhonesCasesPouches&var=&hash=item3f1bf299a5
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Magnetic-...K_iPad_Tablet_Accessories&hash=item1e71c8cb9f
I've got this one, nice case no sleep function.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Google-Ne...es_Covers_Keyboard_Folios&hash=item23225a47a9
Hi thanks,
Those all look ok but I'm pretty fussy when it comes to cases and I'm not sure any of those are quite what I'm after. Mostly they're too 'bitty'.
Basically this but for the Nexus & a good quality.
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Invision®-I...3?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1348175759&sr=1-3
I was waiting for Invision to release a Nexus one but they're no longer making them.
Seems like this is the perfect case for you, they come in these colours, it also has the magnet sleep function and a stand mode!
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Best of all it's only £8.95!
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI....&ssPageName=ADME:X:AAQ:GB:1123#ht_2307wt_1139
Here's my review, :good:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1892017
Thanks spooke, I saw your review, looks close to what I'm after. How is it for typing with in landscape? From the photos it looks like it might sort of bounce up and down a bit as you're typing.
Most of these stand cases fall over as soon as you touch them.
I might be saying this out of anger because just had a terrible experience off eBay for one of these cases, totally different colour than purchased, lied about dispatch, kept changing delivery date, not very well made, not stitched in properly.
But yeah, like I said don't take my word for it, could be anger.
Josh98 said:
Thanks spooke, I saw your review, looks close to what I'm after. How is it for typing with in landscape? From the photos it looks like it might sort of bounce up and down a bit as you're typing.
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If you type in landscape with the flap all the way around like this,
Then it doesn't move much and is angled like a keyboard. If you try to type with in in the 'stand' mode then it starts to move but if you hold it slightly and type it's fine.
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Most of these stand cases fall over as soon as you touch them.
I might be saying this out of anger because just had a terrible experience off eBay for one of these cases, totally different colour than purchased, lied about dispatch, kept changing delivery date, not very well made, not stitched in properly.
But yeah, like I said don't take my word for it, could be anger.
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I received mine very quickly from E-Cell, defiantly recommend them.
I got this one which is basically the same as what Troute already posted: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Ultra-Sli...lePhonesCasesPouches&var=&hash=item3a79167146 You can get it in different colours as well. But it does look pretty much like the one you posted without the ugly PU leather (sorry, just don't like that stuff!). Haven't had it long but sleep function works great, good quality, doesn't fall over, and would buy it again.
Another user has a review and pics over here (I know they're from the US but it is the exact same one): http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1840085
Spooke, yeah that's the picture I was referring to, it looks like your fingers pushing down would make it bounce a bit, maybe wrong.
Artcon, those look pretty good, thinking I might give one of those a go. Just not too sure about the way it has the hard grey back and then the coloured material on that, looks kind of strange. Will think about it, hopefully they have a green one somewhere, if not I think purple will be good. Also just waiting to hear from Poetic in UK about theirs. Can understand you not liking the PU leather, personally don't mind it, prefer it to the different materials as mentioned above I think.
Thanks though guys.
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What is the Kickstand4u™?
It is a kickstand you can apply to any device period. It is a plastic piece with 4 adjustable settings (two for phones and two for tablets) for different viewing angles and different orientations. It is attached using an adhesive sticker.
What comes with the Kickstand4u™?
The kickstand with adhesive backing(duh), alcohol wipe, installation instructions, and a spare adhesive backing.
What finishes come with the Kickstand4u™?
Clear, semi-clear, glossy black, and matte black.
Does it work with tablets?
Yes. 7" tablets and 10"+ including iPads (BOO APPLE!) Mouseglider is in the process of making an extension for tablets. Not sure about the ETA on this.
Installation & Removal:
Kickstand4u comes with installation instructions that a chimp can follow. The adhesive comes with a small strip of adhesive that you can use to figure out where to apply the kickstand. The adhesive is pretty strong as it held up a few tablets I had with no issue or signs of popping off with just a few millimeters of contact. The install on my Galaxy S3 was simple and quick and I had it working in no time at all. I had to play around with the proper placement and the correct orientation for a tablet. Tablet install instructions can be found here(http://mouseglider.com/kickstand4u_tm_instructions.html).
Removal is a bit trickier as this is an adhesive. So some of you that don't want to slap on something to your naked phone might not want to use this. I have tried the removal off my Galaxy S3 and it sent smoothly without any sticky residue, scratches, or any gunk left behind.Mouseglider has removal instructions on his site http://mouseglider.com/kickstand4u_tm_faq.html .
Installation: 9 out of 10 (10 is highest)
Removal: 7 out of 10
Use, Durability, Practicality, Function
Once the install was done, I was pretty much blown away by how much I actually use a kickstand. It is a bit stiff when you first use it but it breaks in after about a week of daily use. I have used many different types of kickstands from ones built into phones (Evo 4G, Evo 4G LTE, Thunderbolt) and ones built into cases (Seidio Convert, Seidio Active) and this is by far the best kickstand I have used to date. The width of this kickstand makes it ideal on different surfaces and in car use. Those thin little stands would not hold up to a sharp turn in a car. I use these on my Nexus 7 for car rides for the kids and it stays standing through all turns and stops.
I also applied two of them to my Nexus 7. My GOD this was awesome. A 7” tablet is great for watching videos in bed but I always had to hold the damn thing. I put two of these on and left it on my nightstand and it does WONDERS.(One would work just fine too but I wanted two damn it!) I now have insomnia because of this thing. I slapped it onto the back of the Nexus 7 without any issues despite the textured back. It has held on strong and I actually use my Nexus 7 more because of kickstand4u.
While the kickstand on phones is not a new idea, the ability to slap it on whatever and where ever is what makes this stand out. I'm sure you can find other uses for this on other devices. Can't get any simpler than this.
Use: 9 out of 10
Durability: 8 out of 10
Practicality: 8 out of 10
Function: 9 out of 10
Pros:
Very sturdy
4 viewing angles
Easy Installation
Different finishes for different devices
Cons:
A little long to remove but you won’t be doing it often.
Insomnia from watching stuff on your device all night long because of this thing.
Overall:
Buy it if you do a lot of video viewing or want to prop your phone or tablet up at work but don't want to buy a dock or have a dock made for your device. Awesome for movies on tablets and for flights instead of holding your tablet up.
Where can I get one?
http://www.mouseglider.com/pro1445718.html