All the ones I tried looking on Amazon look questionable and low quality. I rather have one built into a folding case than a standalone bluetooth keyboard too.
http://www.amazon.com/s/?_encoding=...4+ke,aps&rh=i:aps,k:tab pro 8.4 keyboard case
I guess no one uses one!
I'm looking into getting one. Did you get that one? How is it?
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I'm looking into getting one. Did you get that one? How is it?
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Nope. Haven't found any good quality ones
I guess i'll just by a separate one then
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I guess i'll just by a separate one then
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I haven't used these specific ones but I have used them on a Viewsonic 10" tablet and various Archos tablets. The keyboards are ok, but biggest issue is the tablets never really fit in the case as well as I wanted and always tended to be a little loose. Often, I had to mod the case in order to add cutouts for the plugs - even on cases that supposedly where specific for the tablet.
I think a confortable keyboard has to be at least 25cm (10") wide, otherwise the keys would be too small and tight together for practical use.
The Tab Pro 8.4 is only 22cm (8.5") wide, and therefore keyboard cases for that size would be a functional compromise (including the Samsung Tab S 8.4 one)
My advice is to use a quality brand BT keyboard; I use a 20€ Acer IconiaTab one (26cm x 13cm wide), works nicely.
Another interesting, albeit pricier, choice is Microsoft´s Wedge (25,6cm x 10cm), keys are maximized and it should be even easier to type on.
http://www.microsoft.com/hardware/en-us/p/wedge-mobile-keyboard
P.S. good article on BT keyboards:
http://thewirecutter.com/reviews/the-best-bluetooth-keyboard/#
awesomesauce! the microsoft one seems great, will it work the tab pro with no problems?
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awesomesauce! the microsoft one seems great, will it work the tab pro with no problems?
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I don´t have that keyboard, but I have a MS Mobile keyboard 5000 (Sculpt design), and it works fine.
The WINDOWS and F1-12 keys don´t do anything as expected. Volume keys are functional.
I just bumped into Dell's Venue 8 BT keyboard, similarly sized to the 8.4 Tab Pro.
It seems that for the size it is one of the better options (optimized layout with one row less of keys= larger keys)
http://accessories.us.dell.com/sna/productdetail.aspx?c=us&l=en&s=dhs&cs=19&sku=580-ACLO
Has anyone tried one on an Android tablet?
Lenovo keep putting their bluetooth tablet keyboard on sale for around $15. I've been thinking of grabbing one of those.
I just got this case in yesterday for my 10.1 and it works perfectly.
My setup, case with separate keyboard (which I like this way since I use my tab 8.4 handheld most of the time)
When I need a keyboard the Dell packs up nicely (same size) along with the tablet in a pouch or with a band
Just out of curiosity, did someone try the Galaxy Tab S 8.4 keyboard case?
Does anyone used the Microsoft Wedge Mobile Keyboard on the Samsung Galaxy Tab Pro 8.4? Are there any problems with it? Do you suggest it for the tablet?
I would love a clamshell type case with hinges that hold the tablet like a laptop. All these keyboard makers and no one makes these types of cases for popular tablets. Sigh.
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My setup, case with separate keyboard (which I like this way since I use my tab 8.4 handheld most of the time)
When I need a keyboard the Dell packs up nicely (same size) along with the tablet in a pouch or with a band
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What products do you have in this picture? Specifically which keyboard?
glaudrem said:
Just out of curiosity, did someone try the Galaxy Tab S 8.4 keyboard case?
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The dimensions are appx 3mm different. One will be too large & the other too small.
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Anyone ever try one of these cheap BT keyboards from ebay?
http://cgi.ebay.com/Mini-Wireless-B...cessories&hash=item20b9fefac8#ht_10638wt_1139
There's tons of them.
It appears to be smaller than the phone in the picture. I cannot see what advantage it would provide.
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It appears to be smaller than the phone in the picture. I cannot see what advantage it would provide.
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That thing in the background is actually the front of a laptop, I think. But here's another one, with a hand in the pic for size reference:
http://cgi.ebay.com/Wireless-Mini-B...Trackballs&hash=item2c5d194867#ht_6608wt_1139
But as to what advantage it would provide:
1st of all, I type MUCH faster on a tactile keyboard (as most people do in reality).
2nd- tablet can be propped up on a stand and still enter test comfortably (I've found it difficult to type on a vertical screen, and placing it horizontally on my lap for a long message can negatively effect the viewing angle)
3rd- can be used remotely or when hands are dirty (think- kitchen / cooking / recipe tablet).
4th- console gaming. Nothing beats buttons for emulators.
I like that it is so portable, otherwise a full sized case + KB sort of approaches the size of a netbook which almost defeats the purpose of having this.
What I really wanted to know if these are just poor build quality or really uncomfortable to type on (I LOVED my touch pro 2 keypad, which this reminds me of, but not all kbs are created equal).
Additionally, there are other shapes and sizes, all around the same price on ebay. Seem to come from similar sellers, probably manufactured in one plant. Here's something more full sized:
http://cgi.ebay.com/Wireless-Blueto...ccessories&hash=item2311642184#ht_3553wt_1139
I can't really offer any insight to answer your question, as I have no experience with these one way or another... but I am quite interested in the answer. If you end up going this route and trying it, please post back here with the results... I'd be interested in a product like this, but build quality would also be a primary concern for me.
I ordered this keyboard from Amazon about a month ago, works great with both my GTab running Vegan 5.1.1 and my rooted EVO.
I apparently can't post links because I'm new, but search amazon for this:
Handheld Mini Bluetooth HID Wireless Chicklet Keyboard with Mouse Control Combo for Media Center PC, Windows 7/Vista/XP, Apple iPad & Sony PS3
It's like $35 and well worth it, I wrote a whole 5 page paper with it, pretty slick
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I ordered this keyboard from Amazon about a month ago, works great with both my GTab running Vegan 5.1.1 and my rooted EVO.
I apparently can't post links because I'm new, but search amazon for this:
Handheld Mini Bluetooth HID Wireless Chicklet Keyboard with Mouse Control Combo for Media Center PC, Windows 7/Vista/XP, Apple iPad & Sony PS3
It's like $35 and well worth it, I wrote a whole 5 page paper with it, pretty slick
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Here you are.
How comfy is it being used as a desktop keyboard not as a thumb keyboard ?
Thanks
update: looks too small for touch typing (as noted in amazon reviews). So I like the caps lock led (not available on any other slim BT keyboard I have checked)
Also note that Android does not support the Bluetooth HID profile (looks like the underlying stack supports it since 2.1 or 2.2 but there's nothing in the ROM).
There's a free apk that might work "bluetooth easyconnect".
I've been edging around a semi expensive ~20USD apk that definitely works with my iGo BT keyboard, but they lock to phone ID and, on the gtab, that changes when you change ROMs...
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I ordered this keyboard from Amazon about a month ago, works great with both my GTab running Vegan 5.1.1 and my rooted EVO.
I apparently can't post links because I'm new, but search amazon for this:
Handheld Mini Bluetooth HID Wireless Chicklet Keyboard with Mouse Control Combo for Media Center PC, Windows 7/Vista/XP, Apple iPad & Sony PS3
It's like $35 and well worth it, I wrote a whole 5 page paper with it, pretty slick
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I bought the bt keyboard that aasoror linked to. I got it to pair but it never connected, I even downloaded bluetooth keyboard easy connect but it would not let me pick the keyboard in the drop down menu. What is supposed to be the pin to help me get this working with my g-tab?
I am using Vegan GE 7.0. Thanks for any help you or anyone else can provide.
Oh, it never occurred to me that we would be missing the HID profile in bluetooth!
I just assumed if the iPad does it, certainly Android has it built in (thinking back to A2DP and other stuff Android supported first).
That really stinks- are BT keyboards not an option??
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I bought the bt keyboard that aasoror linked to.
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And how did you like it ? is it good for touch typing ?
I got it to pair but it never connected
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Have you tried the trick here.
Dishe said:
That really stinks- are BT keyboards not an option??
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There is plenty of BT KB's running on the GTab, just look around.
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And how did you like it ? is it good for touch typing ?
Have you tried the trick here.
There is plenty of BT KB's running on the GTab, just look around.
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I got it to work
I like it because its wireless and doesn't need a usb dongle or anything, but its hard to type on it for than a few minutes. Obviously it is a lot better than typing on the GTab but I wish it were smaller or bigger (small enough to thumb type, or big enough that it wasn't cramped and getting tiresome typing with both hands and all my fingers.)
I already had a Rii Mini Wireless keyboard from before so I thought, hell it couldn't hurt to give it a try on my GTab. And it works! Even the touchpad! I would rather use that because it is smaller (thus more portable) and it has backlighting on it. I could type in the dark! Of course there is a Bluetooth version for the Rii Mini as well (around $40), but I think I have spent enough money on keyboards for my GTab lol.
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I got it to work
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You didn't say how ?
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I wish it were smaller or bigger (small enough to thumb type, or big enough that it wasn't cramped and getting tiresome typing with both hands and all my fingers.)
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I am now thinking about a little bigger keyboard, seems suitable for touch typing.
I bought a BT keyboard off ebay for 19$ and it will not connect at all with my GTab. It will not connect w my samsung fascinate android either but will connect w my Ps3 and my ipod. Go figure.
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I found 2 samsung bluetooth keyboards : EE-BT550 and BKB-10.
EE-BT550 seems to be the newest one but more expensive. Do you know what are differences between the 2 keyboards ?
Which one do you recommend with the galaxy note pro ?
Thanks.
I thought the BKB uses normal batteries, while this new one seems rechargeable.
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I have the bkb 10 white keyboard that i bought on ebay, new in box. It does use 2 aaa batteries. It is very thin and light, and it has a number of special samsung keys -- home, back, search, etc etc. The keys also have a nice touch and tactile feel. It is just a tiny bit narrower in length than the np12.2 when in landscape-typing mode. I actually like it better than a bluetooth logitech kb I bought for the np12 that is much heavier and has fewer special keys. I paid $35 for the samsung kb. Well worth it. I'm not even sure the other one you mentioned is available anywhere. I do know that b&h had a samsung keyboard recently for $88, but I don't see it on the site anymore. With the np12 and the samsung keyboard and a small mouse, the whole pkg is very portable.
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I do know that b&h had a samsung keyboard recently for $88, but I don't see it on the site anymore. With the np12 and the samsung keyboard and a small mouse, the whole pkg is very portable.
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http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/produ...g_ee_cp905ubeguj_keyboard_case_cover_for.html For the black one and http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/produ...g_ee_cp905uweguj_keyboard_case_cover_for.html for the white one (picture is still of a black one, but it is white).
Great feeling keyboard and lots of keys just for the Note Pro like MultiWindow.
Hello, anybody used Sculpt Mobile Keyboard or the Arc Keyboard on the PRO 12.2? How is it?
What are the differences between keyboards for Android and normal keyboards for Windows? Can I assume that as long as a keyboard is bluetooth, it should work with Android tablets? I suppose keyboards for Android tablets have cut/copy/phase buttons.
I have an old Microsoft Arc wireless keyboard that I used to use for my HTPC that works fine with the Note Pro using its USB dongle plugged into a USB OTG cable. Hotkey combinations like CTRL-C and CTRL-V work just like they do on a Windows machine.
I also have a Logitech Tablet Keyboard that's a standalone unit that opertates on Bluetooth. I cant say that I recommend that one, it's a battery killer whereby with the unit switched off (this is with a hardwired switch mind you) the two AA batteries will die after several weeks unused. Hard to believe I can go a couple of months using my cable/TV remote control every day as opposed to storing that keyboard unused and turned off.
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Do you mean this: http://www.logitech.com/en-us/product/tablet-keyboard-android-win8-rt?crid=26
Besides being a battery killer, how is it compared with the Logitech PRO for 12.2? My tablet is white. It is a bit strange to use a black Logitech PRO case with keyboard. Also, I heard that it is quite heavy compared with the Logitech Tablet Keyboard. Am I right?
Yeah that's essentially the one. I think they made a couple of variants and that is the latest incarnation of it. Mine is the 3.0+ but it looks exactly the same.
I'm stuck trying to decide whether or not to buy an integrated keyboard case. I'm leaning towards not doing so because if I'm going to lug the tablet around in a thick keyboard case I may as well carry my rMBP. I bought the note pro to carry with me practically everywhere I go so turning it into a laptop is NOT on my wishlist. On the other hand I do want a keyboard that I can shove into a suitcase when I travel such that I have somewhat of a laptop replacement once I'm at my destination.
All of that said the difference between the Logitech Tablet Keyboard and the Logitech Pro Keyboard Case boils down to whether or not you always need the keyboard functionality. They both weigh about the same once in a bag, though you save a few ounces on the stand alone keyboard compared to the keyboard case. With the keyboard case you'll have to deal with the keyboard being part of the tablet all of the time and it will undoubtedly be heavier than a plain book cover type case (the Samsung Book Cover Case is a full 0.75 lbs lighter than the Logitech Pro Keyboard Case).
I have the note pro 12 and bought the very light but very good samsung bt keyboaed. It's designation is bkb something or other. It's about $35 on ebay and has many hot keys linked to the np12.2. I also have several by mice but just ordered the samsung action s mouse which i also operates hot key-like on the np12. Carrying the np, keyboard and mouse is featherweight compared to a my old macbook air.
I don't need a keyboard all the time. A lightweight, comfortable keyboard is nice. Somebody mentioned about the Logitech Bluetooth illuminated keyboard K810.
i was looking around for a long time for a keyboard that I didnt have to always use and could have it not be attached to a case or anything. Also the size of the keyboard and how well it worked. I ended up buying the sparin ultra thin bluetooth off amazon on my way to work really quick. I got it a few days ago and it is very very thin and light and the length is about the size of he tablet (a little smaller). it sits perfectly on the rest of my 3 angle case when its all the way up or I can sit far back and use it. he keys are not that rubbery kind and are actually larger size keys , bigger then my laptops buttons. Also I can use the buttons to control the usage of my device and has a mail button that brings up your email and voice search button and even a button that you can press to bring the virtual keyboard back up on the screen or away so you can use either without having to reconnect it everytime. Easy to setup , turn switch on push button to pair bluetooth and thats it. here is the link if your interested and it was only 15 bucks.
amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00GAX7JYQ/ref=redir_mdp_mobile
Hi, I am looking for a lightweight and comfortable keyboard for the PRO 12.2 Some users use the Logitech Bluetooth Illuminated Keyboard K810. How is it compared with the Tablet Keyboard for Windows and Android? Is there any other keyboard that is lighter and comfortable to type than these two? I am also interested in foldable ones.
Tablet keyboard for windows and android
Wedge mobile keyboard
Arc keyboard
Sorry can't post outside links due to restrictions from forum.
I've got the K810. It's very light and 5mm smaller than the tablet itself. (Easy to put in the same sleeve or bag).
I do also on occasion use OTG to connect to a fairly cheap (10 quid) foldable USB keyboard.
I don't own any of the others, so I can't compare.
My tablet keyboard for Windows and android sucks. ..batteries.
The AAA batteries inside will discharge even with the physical power switch turned off. This means that regardless of use I end up with about 6 weeks on a set of 4 and I rarely use the keyboard. It could be that my unit has a faulty power switch though. The radio within the keyboard turns off (keyboard no longer seen by my devices) as does the LEDs when the keyboard is switched off but perhaps there's still a bad connection internally. Thought i'd mention it anyway though.
Other than that it works perfectly fine for me so I've lived with it for the past couple of years.
The reason that I rarely use the keyboard is that I always have both my macbook pro and the note pro with me at home, work or travel so I haven't felt the need to carry the separate keyboard too. I'm sort of stuck in between the decision of whether or not i should bulk up my note pro with a keyboard case thus making it nearly as big as my macbook pro or should I stick with the external keyboard I rarely use LOL. With 90% of what I do with the note pro being browsing and media consumption thus far I haven't dropped money on a keyboard case.
I picked up the AERB IBK-02 keyboard from Amazon. It's fairly comfortable to type on and is just slightly wider than the tablet. It fits nicely in the base of my tablet's case when I have it open for reading. So far, I'm pleased with the performance and comfortabilty of the keyboard. It also has a trackpad on the right side of the keyboard which is a huge plus....Unfortunately it loses connectivity with a regularity my bowels would envy. For the price, it is extremely good. Issues with the trackpad aside, I can't complain about anything else....And I suppose I can just touch the screen, ya know.
I'm going to do a full review of it...After rebooting the tablet my trackpad issues essentially vanished. This keyboard is perfect.
I have been using the Logitech K400 because of the built in mouse pad similar to the above mentioned keyboard.
http://www.logitech.com/en-us/product/wireless-touch-keyboard-k400r?crid=26
I have since discovered there are two updated versions that may suit others needs with the Note Pro even better. One is very similar to the K800 but has a mouse pad and is backlit. It looks like an awesome keyboard but I am not sure a backlit keyboard is best for my portable needs. I guess I can always turn the lights off to conserve energy. It uses the 2.4GHz wireless adapter.
http://www.logitech.com/en-us/product/living-room-keyboard-k830?crid=26
The last one is the K480 which is a bluetooth device with a unique design. It has a slot to hold your phone or a smaller tablet and can sync with up to 3 devices. This doesn't seem like it would hold our 12.2 tablet but for those who already have a stand and just want a keyboard this might work if you want to sync to multiple devices.
http://www.logitech.com/en-us/product/multi-device-keyboard-k480?crid=26
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I've got the K810. It's very light and 5mm smaller than the tablet itself. (Easy to put in the same sleeve or bag).
I do also on occasion use OTG to connect to a fairly cheap (10 quid) foldable USB keyboard.
I don't own any of the others, so I can't compare.
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K810 on sale on Amazon got one for $55
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So just want to share with you my discovery. There is a keyboard by a company named brydge keyboards. This specific keyboard was designed for the Surface Pro 3/4 and the Note Pro dimensions best resemble the Surface Pro 4 so this little guy seems just right.
This keyboard is designed from polished metal, it has backlit keys, and an accurate touchpad. It connects to to the Note Pro via Bluetooth. This keyboard seems top grade quality compared to other keyboards including oem.
At first several attempts I was unable to pair it by Bluetooth. But then I decided to see what would happen if I used an OTG cable and a micro USB charge cable and connect it to the keyboard. Guess what, once it left it connected then tried to pair by Bluetooth it finally worked. I don't know what could have happened behind the scene but it connected and I'm pleased. Here are some pictures.
It works with the SHIMS for the Surface pro 4 and possible with the surface pro 3 shims if you are rocking a tempered glass.
You can find it here https://www.brydgekeyboards.com/products/brydge-12-3-microsoft-surface-pro-keyboard
how can i get it and HM for that keyboard
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how can i get it and HM for that keyboard
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Try this site.
https://www.brydgekeyboards.com/products/brydge-12-3-microsoft-surface-pro-keyboard
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Try this site.
https://www.brydgekeyboards.com/products/brydge-12-3-microsoft-surface-pro-keyboard
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ty bro
Hi
I'm quite interested in this keyboard. Which size did you get for the Note Pro 12.2? I'd like to replace an aging laptop with the Note Pro and adding this keyboard looks like a perfect option.
Thanks
I purchased the brydgekeyboard that was designed for the Surface Pro 3/4.
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I'm quite interested in this keyboard. Which size did you get for the Note Pro 12.2? I'd like to replace an aging laptop with the Note Pro and adding this keyboard looks like a perfect option.
Thanks
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Thank you guy - just orderd this via amazon - Great
Thanks - best info ever
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Thank you guy - just orderd this via amazon - Great
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Just got & you are absoltely right - best Keyboard ever - and I had no Problem to connect with BT at the 1st attempt