Microsoft has announced a new foldable Bluetooth keyboard that works on cross-platform devices. Dubbed the Universal Foldable Keyboard, Microsoft's latest accessory works with iPads, iPhones, Android smartphones and tablets as well as Windows tablets. Also announced is compatibility with Windows Phone, starting with Windows Phone 8.1 Update 2 as well as Windows 10 for phones, which is scheduled to launch later this year.
The keyboard is portable, and connects to two devices simultaneously, with buttons available for toggling between the two. We'll be bringing you details on availability and pricing as soon as they're announced. What are your thoughts on the latest keyboard accessory from Microsoft?
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Hands-on with Microsoft's iOS-compatible Universal Foldable Keyboard
Where the keyboard folds in the center it looks like it leaves quite a noticeable separation down the middle. It seems this may take a little getting used to, and could be a frustration point for some users.
I'd also have a reservation about a "universal" keyboard vs a dedicated iOS keyboard.
In other words, I don't see this replacing my Zagg Keys Cover.
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Reminds me of the foldable keyboard for Palm Pilots from 15 years ago.
I'm interested. I've tried a couple of Bluetooth Keyboard devices. Still searching for one that's "perfect".
I'd be interested in a review by Allyson.
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Thin Bluetooth keyboard made by Microsoft: Palm Pilot keyboard from 2000.
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This keyboard's layout is a bit odd, take the tilde and "T" (and to a lesser extent "G") keys for example. Why do they need to be so big? And they probably could've made the crease a little smaller.
The form factor hits a sweet spot for me, and I already own/like the microsoft 5000 keyboard. I don't carry my keyboard around unless I'm packing my "big" bag. I use the onscreen keyboard when I take my ipad on short trips.