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iPad Pro iPad pro weight with keyboard?
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Call an Apple store? They must have a demo.
Another thread states the logitech is too heavy was the general consenus.
The apple keyboard that I played with in the store yesterday was very light. I doubt it weighed half a pound. Picking up the ipad pro with the keyboard vs without did not feel substancially different. (I think in pounds and ounces, not grams, sorry).
The Logitech keyboard on the other hand weighs about as much as the iPad pro itself, the 2 together weigh about 3 lbs. I found the logitech keyboard to be a much more enjoyable typing expereince and it provides a full protective case for the ipad. The apple keyboard (when folded down) covers the screen but not the back of the iPad.
The apple keyboard is so thin it felt like it could be easily damaged in a bag with a bunch of stuff rattling around in it. The logitech keyboard has a metal frame and is incased in a sturdy canvas shell.
Getting the ipad in and out of the logitech case is a littel more combersom then I would like. At some point when there are more options available I will proabbly get a lightweigh non keyboard case for when I do not need to work on my ipad pro but want it for entertainment.
For a fuctioning keybaord I much perefered the logitech option to the apple option for protection and typing expereince.
-spg
The Logitech keyboard on the other hand weighs about as much as the iPad pro itself, the 2 together weigh about 3 lbs. I found the logitech keyboard to be a much more enjoyable typing expereince and it provides a full protective case for the ipad. The apple keyboard (when folded down) covers the screen but not the back of the iPad.
The apple keyboard is so thin it felt like it could be easily damaged in a bag with a bunch of stuff rattling around in it. The logitech keyboard has a metal frame and is incased in a sturdy canvas shell.
Getting the ipad in and out of the logitech case is a littel more combersom then I would like. At some point when there are more options available I will proabbly get a lightweigh non keyboard case for when I do not need to work on my ipad pro but want it for entertainment.
For a fuctioning keybaord I much perefered the logitech option to the apple option for protection and typing expereince.
-spg
There are many reviews of the Smart keyboard bot no one states the weight of the smart keyboard. Either the did not really have such a keyboard and are only writing from their phantasy, or Apple has prohibited to write about the weight to give their longterm parter Logitech a headstart. That is very annoying. It can't be so difficult to find out the weight.
That's 1.6 lbs. And yes, it really is heavier than the iPad Pro itself. It's idiotically heavy, really. I have one, and can't wait to return it.
Forbes says the Smart Keyboard is about 0.5lbs.
http://www.forbes.com/sites/brookec...pro-gripe-fest-vs-the-12-inch-retina-macbook/
Well I will either have the Smart cover over on or the keypad cover from Apple. I'm guessing the difference of weight between won't be a deal breaker for me.
Couldn't agree more regarding the Logitech case. I really liked the Logitech keyboard, but it was way to heavy and every time I inserted or removed the Ipad from it, I was always nervous I was going to break it. I returned it yesterday and got the smart cover and silicon case. I have to say I absolutely love the 2 together. (Though the price is outrageous) I have an Apple Keyboard on order and it should be here in a few more days. Once I receive it, I will be returning the Smart cover.
Just wondering. Can you return the SmartCover after waiting for the Apple Keyboard? Where did you get your cover? How far out is your keyboard? I'll probably keep both for times I don't want the keyboard.
I actually was thinking about keeping both as well. I don't have the keyboard yet. Still waiting to receive it, but the guy at the Apple store (North of Chicago) said I could return it once I get the keyboard. They had plenty of the silicon cases/smart covers in stock
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Yeah, the price for the back case + Smart Cover is outrageous. I was wondering whether the iPP is comfortable to hold with just the Smart Cover and no back case? Thinking of picking an iPP to try, but not sure if I should pick up a back case or not.
Both cases are worth it... I'm happy with them, and wasn't really that comfortable with out them.
Since there are numerous keyboard options for the iPad Pro, I think question should be phrased differently:
Under what weight must an iPad Pro keyboard be in order for the whole package to weigh less than a Retina Macbook?
The answer is 0.46lbs / 207g. If an iPad Pro keyboard weighs more than this, the whole package will be heaver than the Retina Macbook.
Retina Macbook - 2.03lbs / 920g.
iPad Pro - 1.57lbs / 713g.
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Difference - 0.46lbs / 207g.
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While I'm at it, same question as to thickness:
Under what thickness must an iPad Pro keyboard be in order for the whole package to be thinner than a Retina Macbook?
The answer is 0.25in / 6.2g.
Retina Macbook - 0.52in / 13.1mm.
iPad Pro - 0.27in / 6.9mm.
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Difference - 0.25in / 6.2mm.
So for the keyboard/iPP package to be thinner and lighter than a Retina Macbook, the keyboard must weigh under 0.46lbs / 207g and must be less than 0.25in / 6.2mm thick.
Under what weight must an iPad Pro keyboard be in order for the whole package to weigh less than a Retina Macbook?
The answer is 0.46lbs / 207g. If an iPad Pro keyboard weighs more than this, the whole package will be heaver than the Retina Macbook.
Retina Macbook - 2.03lbs / 920g.
iPad Pro - 1.57lbs / 713g.
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Difference - 0.46lbs / 207g.
EDIT:
While I'm at it, same question as to thickness:
Under what thickness must an iPad Pro keyboard be in order for the whole package to be thinner than a Retina Macbook?
The answer is 0.25in / 6.2g.
Retina Macbook - 0.52in / 13.1mm.
iPad Pro - 0.27in / 6.9mm.
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Difference - 0.25in / 6.2mm.
So for the keyboard/iPP package to be thinner and lighter than a Retina Macbook, the keyboard must weigh under 0.46lbs / 207g and must be less than 0.25in / 6.2mm thick.
i was concerned about the weight of the smart keyboard (what i intend to use) at first too but I realized it doesnt really matter:
1) when you're using it will be on a table, so weight is irrelevant
2) when you want to to use your IPP like a tablet in your hand, you will simply snap off the keyboard cover like you your smart cover, so weight is irrelevant
yes it might be heavier to transport around but at that point, 0.5lbs vs 1 lbs is really not going to matter for most people.
1) when you're using it will be on a table, so weight is irrelevant
2) when you want to to use your IPP like a tablet in your hand, you will simply snap off the keyboard cover like you your smart cover, so weight is irrelevant
yes it might be heavier to transport around but at that point, 0.5lbs vs 1 lbs is really not going to matter for most people.
This is Apple, where the company and its users obsess over each detail no matter how insignificant. People argue about 0.2mm thickness difference between iPhone 6 and 6Plus, and they argue about 14-20gram difference between the 6/6plus and 6s/6splus. I don't even want to get into the awful stories of backbreaking pain students posting in the Macbook Air forums experienced with the 13" MBA, before they went to the 11" MBA where 0.5lbs made all the difference!
I'm being sarcastic... but not really.
I have it resting on my lap with the keyboard, I don't feel any weight at all really and it isn't uncomfortable.
It's not like I have to worry about any weight restrictions going through customs at the border or whatever.
Geez, just pick one up folks and decide for yourselves but I'm telling you the weight is negligible on my lap. I admit with typing the keyboard is a bit wobbly but no red flag really.
I doubt it weighs as much as a 13" rMBP.
I have it resting on my lap with the keyboard, I don't feel any weight at all really and it isn't uncomfortable.
It's not like I have to worry about any weight restrictions going through customs at the border or whatever.
Geez, just pick one up folks and decide for yourselves but I'm telling you the weight is negligible on my lap. I admit with typing the keyboard is a bit wobbly but no red flag really.
I doubt it weighs as much as a 13" rMBP.
Can you weigh it for us? Do you have a kitchen scale or something?
you will call me a complete apple fan boy after reading this that with Apple smart keyboard ipp feels less heavy. Its because without keyboard it was little tough for me to handle ipp. Apple smart keyboard puts lot of comfort to ipp. Obviouly it adds weight but its so less or minimal you will ignore it.
I grabbed a skin from Bestskinsever. I'll do Smart Cover or keyboard case too.
hold on guys i am weighing the keyboard for you guys
just apple smart keyboard It's 11.9oz, 337 grams
Apple smart keyboard with ipp 37.3 oz, 1057 grams
i have since Wednesday 11/11 got used to it, using it most of the time and weight is not an issue for me
people who are not buying it because of its weight and size dont worry about it. You will like this device and most probably you will stop using previous versions of ipad. I am little reluctant now to use ipad air 2
just apple smart keyboard It's 11.9oz, 337 grams
Apple smart keyboard with ipp 37.3 oz, 1057 grams
i have since Wednesday 11/11 got used to it, using it most of the time and weight is not an issue for me
people who are not buying it because of its weight and size dont worry about it. You will like this device and most probably you will stop using previous versions of ipad. I am little reluctant now to use ipad air 2
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Can you please measure the thickness? thats what im interested in as am looking at sleeves that can accommodate both while be as form fitting as possible, thx!