The Zagg is offered in a variety of colors. I chose the red and it looks great. The color is actually a “skin” type of covering which is designed to fit the case nicely by snuggly fitting inside a small lip or ridge running around the exterior of the case. With the “skin” properly in place it fits flush with the ridge creating a nice smooth finish. Unfortunately, on my case there were several points where the “skin” had been slightly misaligned during application. As a result there are several points where the “skin” overlaps or overhangs the containment ridge slightly. With the “skin” edge exposed, I am concerned that, with use, these points will likely catch on things and the “skin” will begin to loosen and peel away. Again, time will tell.
My primary purpose for obtaining the Zagg Folio was my desire to have a small, compact “real” keyboard to use when traveling. In this area I am really pleased with the Zagg. The bluetooth keyboard is small, measuring roughly nine and one half inches by four and one-quarter inches. It fits well within the lower portion of the case. Although smaller than a standard keyboard, I find the spacing of the keys to be very workable and the keys provide good travel and response feedback. I have no trouble with “touch typing” on the keyboard – something I found totally impossible on the glass panel of the iPad. As a result, typing is a much more fluid and enjoyable experience.
So what is my overall opinion? I would give the Zagg Folio a grade of “B”. It affords good protection for the iPad. The keyboard works well. I would like to give it an “A” but I can’t due to the tight fit problem for the New iPad and the slight misfit of the color skin. I plan to contact Zagg about these issues. I’ll let you know their response.
Meanwhile I am planning to take the Zagg Folio with me on my China Adventure. It should get some use as I will attempt to write occasional updates while on the road. So stay tuned.
UPDATE: ———–
I contacted Zagg and discussed my difficulty with the tight fit of my New iPad. They confirmed that they developed a modified version of the Zagg Folio for use with the New iPad – taking into account that the new version is a bit thicker. But, they also reported that the Folio that was shipped to me should have been the New iPad version. After I described my difficulties they are agreed that my problem sounded atypical. They offered to send me a replacement – assuring me that this one would be the New iPad version. So – perhaps a solution is on the way. I hope so. I also hope it arrives before my upcoming departure for China. As before….. Stay tuned.
Use Your iPad On The Road …………And Enjoy The Adventure!
Dr.B, The PhotoTrekker
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