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iPad 2 Cases with Built-in Keyboards
There are several nicely designed iPad 2 cases that have built-in, nearly full-size, but ultra-thin wireless Bluetooth keyboards. For example, the Zagg Folio for iPad 2 ($99.99, http://www.zagg.com/accessories/zaggfolio-ipad-2-keyboard-case) serves as an iPad 2 screen cover when the device is being transported, but unfolds into a stand with a built-in Qwerty keyboard.
Brookstone also offers its redesigned Bluetooth keyboard for iPad 2 ($99.99, http://www.brookstone.com/bluetooth-keyboard-portfolio-ipad-2) that uses an ultra-thin, portfolio-style design to protect the iPad during transport, but unfolds into a sturdy tablet stand with an external Bluetooth keyboard.
If you want a true full-size keyboard for your iOS mobile device while you’re on the go, the Verbatim Bluetooth Mobile Keyboard ($104, http://www.verbatim.com/prod/accessories/keyboards/wireless-mobile-keyboard) is lightweight and folds in half for easy transport.
When folded, the stand-alone Verbatim keyboard measures 6.25 inches long by 4 inches wide and easily fits into a purse or briefcase. When unfolded, however, it's 12.5 inches long. Because this keyboard does not serve as a case, it offers larger individual keys than its competitors, which makes touch typing much easier. Plus it's powered using two AAA batteries as opposed to a rechargeable battery.
The Verbatim keyboard can also be paired with multiple Bluetooth devices simultaneously, so you can use it with your iPhone and iPad without having to reconfigure it with each use. If you want to use your iPhone or iPad with Pages for word processing, for example, the Verbatim Bluetooth Mobile Keyboard is the perfect companion accessory for your iOS device. The only drawback is that when using this keyboard, you'll also need a separate stand for your iPhone or iPad. But for the iPad 2, an Apple Smart Cover works perfectly.