The Magic Keyboard Folio, launched in late 2022 and built to complement the iPad (10th generation), did not receive the reception anticipated by Apple. The Logitech imitation failed to meet users’ expectations. First off, the price tag raises eyebrows, coming in at $249, more than half the iPad’s $449 cost, and even surpasses that of many tablets available on the market. Beyond the pricing concern, the keyboard lacks certain fundamental features present in more economical alternatives. Notably, it lacks backlit keys, an important feature useful for typing in dimly lit surroundings.
Also, there’s the compatibility issue resembling the response to Apple’s adoption of USB-C in the iPhone 15. What about all the lightning cables we invested in? In this case, the Magic Keyboard Folio is exclusive to the iPad 10th Generation and can’t be used on other models, limiting its usability. The prospect of investing a combined $696 on these definitely appears less appealing when you could grab a more powerful 11-inch iPad Pro with the M2 Chip for just $100 more.
