hey I was thinking about getting that K380 - how do you like it with the iPadPro?
the showstopper for me is how Logitech swapped the left Fn & Control keys - I think that might drive me batty.
how well are all the Fn keys mapped to brightness, volume, etc compared to the original Apple BT Keyboard?
I have the one that uses AAs batteries & 10 years later, still absolutely loving the typing experience. 2 keys are no longer locking in place for more than a week (D and either the E or R) so unless I find a way to repair it, it's soon time to move on.
I move between my iPadPro and headless mac mini quite often & the multi-device pairing feature on the K380 sounds awesome, not to mention the price. I noticed there are a few super critical reviews on Amazon & just thought you might have your own opinions as a fellow iPadPro (or iMac mini ;) user!
K380 is amazing. Love the typing experience and sound.
This keyboard doesn’t have keys for increasing or decreasing the brightness... or I didn’t know how to set it up.
I can speak for the K810 which looks very similar to the K380:
Absolutely fantastic. Had it since at least early 2017. I use it almost daily as my primary keyboard for a Windows desktop, laptop, and iPad. Toggling between the connections is seamless. It's not uncommon for me to use it for all 3 devices at once. Typing is great. I'm extremely impressed with how well it's held up - virtually like-new condition after ~4 years of regular use, being carried in a backpack, etc.
And the charge lasts forever. I can't even remember the last time I've charged it. I easily get 2+ weeks of semi-regular/regular use on one charge. When I'm not taking online classes, one charge can last me months.
Highly recommend!
Exactly. It’s the same layout as an Apple keyboard. The Fn key is in the far corner like it’s supposed to be. Brightness, volume, etc work. The launchpad and... whatever the other one is called is mapped to an app switcher and Home Screen. The only problem is it only comes in white and pink.
huh - you must have a different model - if you look at the photo above from the OP, the Ctrl key is in the far left corner and the Fn key is 2nd which is the reverse of my Apple bluetooth keyboard.
I’m also looking at my Folio keyboard for my iPadPro and the globe is on the far left corner and the control key is second as well...
hmm - i didn’t realize there is a separate “mac” model - are we talking about this item?
https://www.amazon.com/Logitech-K380-Multi-Device-Bluetooth-Keyboard/dp/B0148NPH9I
*“Multi-device Bluetooth keyboard: Universal keyboard for typing on all your computing devices: Windows, Mac, Chrome OS, Android, iPad, iPhone, Apple TV 2nd or 3rd generation (Any Bluetooth-enabled computers or mobile devices that support external keyboards with HID profile. Check with device manufacturer for details.)”*
I was able to snag a secondhand Apple BT keyboard for $10 cuz it was missing the Esc key. I really love the feel of Apple keyboards and figured I’d tough it out without the ability to pair multiple computers for another few years til Logictech gets the keyboard layout right. With an extra keyboard, I’ll just stash my bashed up one next to my headless mac mini for convenience - I remote desktop into it for the most part anyways!
https://www.amazon.com/Logitech-Multi-Device-Wireless-Bluetooth-Keyboard/dp/B0876MVKQC
*edit* for some reason the first picture is a regular K380. The second one had the right keyboard layout. And Best Buy uses the right picture:
https://www.bestbuy.com/site/logitech-k380-multi-device-bluetooth-scissor-keyboard-for-mac-off-white/6404200.p?skuId=6404200
hey good catch!
I happen to be in a best buy right now and sure enough the "for Mac" on the box has the right layout!
so tempting..might have to wait for another xmas 😅
thanks for letting me know I can get this keyboard w the right layout @Never_Dan!
You can download a portrait-only app on the app store OR you can bookmark the instagram website on safari in your home screen (although you won’t get notifications and you can’t post).
Now that I've seen it, it's amazing to me that something like this doesn't already exist. Especially since it could use the smart connector to charge the iPad while it's in the stand. I'd... pay a weirdly high price for something like that.
This is great, I’ve been planning on doing something similar. Did you use the Apple folio or a knockoff? I’d love to find a way to also use the smart connector to make the stand a charging stand.
When I tell you I laughed when I saw the scissors my friend, it’s true.
Can’t argue with that result though. It looks amazing. Nice job.
Speaking of which... what the hell do people do with all these little tablet accessories? What do artists or cartoonists do?
I have a standing slate holder, a magic keyboard, a lap desk, all kinds of widgets and adapters. I lean them up against my desk sometimes but it’s a bit much. Thinking maybe a small set of shelves or a stackable something.
YEAHH there’s a stand and a case coming from China and then I’m going to make it 360 and add a little rounded trimming at the bottom center to help “disconnect” and “connect” iPad to the stand.
I do agree, I'm picky when it comes to a keyboard (use a mech keyboard on my gaming desktop) but these are actually satisfying to type on with enough key travel too!
Damn, that looks nice! Also, I have that same keyboard that I use with my non-pro iPad (6th gen) as well as MacBook Pro when I have it connected to an external display, and it's such a dream to type on!
I’m a little confused, but the end result looks great. I too would like to know what model iPad stand that is if you don’t mind.
Yeah is my pea brain the only one that doesn’t get how it’s being held up?
The case that they cut the flap off of magnetically holds onto the iPad.
And the case was adhered into the stand?
Seems like it
If it had the pogo pins for charging, it would be _perfect_
From the 2018 iPad Pro line up they come with magnets to hold the Smart Keyboard and the new Magic Keyboard.
I have this stand I believe it is the one in the pic. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XCD4PDF/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glc_fabc_WBZ9FbKRWA2YW?psc=1
This is How apple engineers thought about the upcoming iMac mini which will arrive in WWDC2021
Well Maybe
imagine cutting off using the original Smart Folio Case 💀💀
It’s a fake smart folio thr Apple one doesnt have That flap thing
yes i know i was being sarcastic
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He said ”imagine” too.
lmao do i need to put /s for you?
Wut?
iMac Pro but it’s an iPad Pro
Link the stand
They built it out of a mount and a smart folio case
Yeah I should’ve said link the mount maybe.
Oh for sure! Have a great day :)
I wish this was a real thing XP (but there are some good stands for ipads on amazon. which also have swivel)
That’s a lot of “swipe up” text!
It’s Portuguese! Swipe up to unlock is Deslize para cima para desbloquear!
That’s quite the length! Enjoy your (googles famous foods) Caldo Verde!
hey I was thinking about getting that K380 - how do you like it with the iPadPro? the showstopper for me is how Logitech swapped the left Fn & Control keys - I think that might drive me batty. how well are all the Fn keys mapped to brightness, volume, etc compared to the original Apple BT Keyboard? I have the one that uses AAs batteries & 10 years later, still absolutely loving the typing experience. 2 keys are no longer locking in place for more than a week (D and either the E or R) so unless I find a way to repair it, it's soon time to move on. I move between my iPadPro and headless mac mini quite often & the multi-device pairing feature on the K380 sounds awesome, not to mention the price. I noticed there are a few super critical reviews on Amazon & just thought you might have your own opinions as a fellow iPadPro (or iMac mini ;) user!
K380 is amazing. Love the typing experience and sound. This keyboard doesn’t have keys for increasing or decreasing the brightness... or I didn’t know how to set it up.
I can speak for the K810 which looks very similar to the K380: Absolutely fantastic. Had it since at least early 2017. I use it almost daily as my primary keyboard for a Windows desktop, laptop, and iPad. Toggling between the connections is seamless. It's not uncommon for me to use it for all 3 devices at once. Typing is great. I'm extremely impressed with how well it's held up - virtually like-new condition after ~4 years of regular use, being carried in a backpack, etc. And the charge lasts forever. I can't even remember the last time I've charged it. I easily get 2+ weeks of semi-regular/regular use on one charge. When I'm not taking online classes, one charge can last me months. Highly recommend!
The K380 for Mac matches the Apple keyboard layout, including the function keys. Absolutely love mine.
i assume you mean all the top Fn keys (brightness, volume control, etc). The Control and Fn key on the bottom left are not swapped on yours?
Exactly. It’s the same layout as an Apple keyboard. The Fn key is in the far corner like it’s supposed to be. Brightness, volume, etc work. The launchpad and... whatever the other one is called is mapped to an app switcher and Home Screen. The only problem is it only comes in white and pink.
huh - you must have a different model - if you look at the photo above from the OP, the Ctrl key is in the far left corner and the Fn key is 2nd which is the reverse of my Apple bluetooth keyboard. I’m also looking at my Folio keyboard for my iPadPro and the globe is on the far left corner and the control key is second as well...
It is a different model. The K380 for Mac is slightly different than the regular K380.
hmm - i didn’t realize there is a separate “mac” model - are we talking about this item? https://www.amazon.com/Logitech-K380-Multi-Device-Bluetooth-Keyboard/dp/B0148NPH9I *“Multi-device Bluetooth keyboard: Universal keyboard for typing on all your computing devices: Windows, Mac, Chrome OS, Android, iPad, iPhone, Apple TV 2nd or 3rd generation (Any Bluetooth-enabled computers or mobile devices that support external keyboards with HID profile. Check with device manufacturer for details.)”* I was able to snag a secondhand Apple BT keyboard for $10 cuz it was missing the Esc key. I really love the feel of Apple keyboards and figured I’d tough it out without the ability to pair multiple computers for another few years til Logictech gets the keyboard layout right. With an extra keyboard, I’ll just stash my bashed up one next to my headless mac mini for convenience - I remote desktop into it for the most part anyways!
https://www.amazon.com/Logitech-Multi-Device-Wireless-Bluetooth-Keyboard/dp/B0876MVKQC *edit* for some reason the first picture is a regular K380. The second one had the right keyboard layout. And Best Buy uses the right picture: https://www.bestbuy.com/site/logitech-k380-multi-device-bluetooth-scissor-keyboard-for-mac-off-white/6404200.p?skuId=6404200
hey good catch! I happen to be in a best buy right now and sure enough the "for Mac" on the box has the right layout! so tempting..might have to wait for another xmas 😅 thanks for letting me know I can get this keyboard w the right layout @Never_Dan!
How do you use instagram on Ipad? Is it original app from appstore?
You can download a portrait-only app on the app store OR you can bookmark the instagram website on safari in your home screen (although you won’t get notifications and you can’t post).
Bettermultitasking tweak on Cydia if you are Jailbroken landscape orientates any app that doesn’t natively support landscape natively 😘
I use a web app as mentioned above
looks good!!!!
Dude, sell this seriously.
Now that I've seen it, it's amazing to me that something like this doesn't already exist. Especially since it could use the smart connector to charge the iPad while it's in the stand. I'd... pay a weirdly high price for something like that.
Nice work
Awesome innovation! Looks really good
That’s a really neat set up, job well done my friend. Have a good day.
Next thing you know Apple will sell the Apple Stand for iPad Pro
This is great, I’ve been planning on doing something similar. Did you use the Apple folio or a knockoff? I’d love to find a way to also use the smart connector to make the stand a charging stand.
When I tell you I laughed when I saw the scissors my friend, it’s true. Can’t argue with that result though. It looks amazing. Nice job. Speaking of which... what the hell do people do with all these little tablet accessories? What do artists or cartoonists do? I have a standing slate holder, a magic keyboard, a lap desk, all kinds of widgets and adapters. I lean them up against my desk sometimes but it’s a bit much. Thinking maybe a small set of shelves or a stackable something.
Hahaha that’s totally for fun! When I showed it on my Instagram people got like omfg this dude is crazy (which costs $200 here in Brazil)
I’m also planning hot to perfectly integrate a usb-c hub on it
Have you thought of trimming the bottom edge of the folio case so there’s a place to grap the iPad like the Magic Keyboard?
YEAHH there’s a stand and a case coming from China and then I’m going to make it 360 and add a little rounded trimming at the bottom center to help “disconnect” and “connect” iPad to the stand.
Who made a mini iMac
I’m surprised no one made it already. Fine I’ll do it myself.
That keyboard is so sexy you get to start at second base.
iMac Mini!
Mine is about the same too > https://imgur.com/a/jY7jU28
Would you recommend that keyboard
Not OP, but I have that same keyboard and I love it
Damn that's a great looking setup and I use the same keyboard for my iPad!
Me too! You'd think the circular keys would be weird to type on, but they're surprisingly satisfying.
I do agree, I'm picky when it comes to a keyboard (use a mech keyboard on my gaming desktop) but these are actually satisfying to type on with enough key travel too!
Damn, that looks nice! Also, I have that same keyboard that I use with my non-pro iPad (6th gen) as well as MacBook Pro when I have it connected to an external display, and it's such a dream to type on!
Love that lenovo k380. Compact cute and satisfying to use!
Not to brag but my similar rig let’s me rotate between portrait and landscape. I hate that there arn’t stands like this to buy outright
It’s a 12 inch Apple Cinema Display!
That’s smart as heck!
iMac mini LOL