Topic summary
Smart Keyboard
Extracted from the Wikipedia article Apple keyboards.
Smart Keyboard for iPad
The Smart Keyboard is a keyboard cover for Apple's iPad tablet computers. It was released in November 2015 alongside the iPad Pro. It is powered by the iPad's Smart Connector, and does not require separate charging or batteries. Its keys use a butterfly-switch mechanism, with its keys covered by a fabric material. When unfolded, the Smart Keyboard only allows for one viewing angle position; when folded, the Smart Keyboard only protects the front of the iPad. The Smart Keyboard is compatible with iPad Pro models from 2015 to 2017, the iPad Air (3rd generation), and iPad models from 2019 to 2021. At release, it received criticism for its high price tag.