[Q] Any 10 inch or more keyboards for this yet? - Nexus 7 (2013) Q&A

I have seen someone use the Acer Iconica keyboard, as it has a holder for it - however it is not very stable. I cannot understand why no-one has made a keyboard that is 10 inch or more for the nexus 7, as 7 inches is just too small. a 10 inch keyboard is only 1.5 inches either side!
Thank you,
Habylab

habylab said:
I have seen someone use the Acer Iconica keyboard, as it has a holder for it - however it is not very stable. I cannot understand why no-one has made a keyboard that is 10 inch or more for the nexus 7, as 7 inches is just too small. a 10 inch keyboard is only 1.5 inches either side!
Thank you,
Habylab
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Probably because the makers of the keyboards make it as part of a case in which to carry the tablet around with, not a standalone that you leave somewhere. If someone made a 10" keyboard case for a 7" tablet and the person was ok to carry that keyboard case with tablet around, why not just buy a 10" tablet then?
I can imagine they wouldn't sell very well either. If they would have, you would bet someone would have made one by now.

I am using the logitech bluetooth tablet keyboard.
the case of the keyboard turns into a rack for the tablet
but you can't use it on your lap, you need a desk to use that keyboard.
and you are carrying two piece around instead one like a keyboard cover.

goofball2k said:
Probably because the makers of the keyboards make it as part of a case in which to carry the tablet around with, not a standalone that you leave somewhere. If someone made a 10" keyboard case for a 7" tablet and the person was ok to carry that keyboard case with tablet around, why not just buy a 10" tablet then?
I can imagine they wouldn't sell very well either. If they would have, you would bet someone would have made one by now.
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But no one thought something like the iPhone would sell well until it was considered, like this idea? It makes perfect sense
Less weight
Bigger, easier keyboard
Same great portability
More stable to hold tablet
hevangel said:
I am using the logitech bluetooth tablet keyboard.
the case of the keyboard turns into a rack for the tablet
but you can't use it on your lap, you need a desk to use that keyboard.
and you are carrying two piece around instead one like a keyboard cover.
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Ah, nearly perfect until on your lap part!
I have just read this article: http://www.zdnet.com/using-nexus-7-with-keyboard-not-on-your-life-7000001891/
The picture is interesting:
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That's what I want basically!
Has anyone got a suggestion then instead? A good case that I could use on my lap along with a wireless keyboard?
EDIT: I think this may be the one, if I can find a UK pound sign one! http://www.amazon.co.uk/Belkin-Andr...id=1377715235&sr=1-3&keywords=belkin+keyboard

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[Q] Phone folding stand

http://www.amazon.com/SGP-Mobile-St..._m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=1CY29DW2ZBG7MADN34M6
Does anyone know of a folding stand like the one posted but you can fold flat? I found one months ago on Amazon but stupid me deleted it & cant find it anymore.
RMXO said:
http://www.amazon.com/SGP-Mobile-St..._m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=1CY29DW2ZBG7MADN34M6
Does anyone know of a folding stand like the one posted but you can fold flat? I found one months ago on Amazon but stupid me deleted it & cant find it anymore.
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You mean something like these?
http://www.amazon.com/Crabble-Innov..._1_1?s=wireless&ie=UTF8&qid=1305774332&sr=1-1
http://www.amazon.com/iZel-Innovati...Blackberry-Zune/dp/B001DUAQTQ/ref=pd_cp_cps_2
http://www.amazon.com/iCarpus-ICARPUS02-Stand-iPhone-iPod/dp/B0047M6ZUQ/ref=pd_cp_cps_1
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You mean something like these?
http://www.amazon.com/Crabble-Innov..._1_1?s=wireless&ie=UTF8&qid=1305774332&sr=1-1
http://www.amazon.com/iZel-Innovati...Blackberry-Zune/dp/B001DUAQTQ/ref=pd_cp_cps_2
http://www.amazon.com/iCarpus-ICARPUS02-Stand-iPhone-iPod/dp/B0047M6ZUQ/ref=pd_cp_cps_1
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Nope, it's like the one I liked. You could fold where the base connects to the middle. It's made of metal also, but thanks though.
The phone can either sit horizontal or vertical. The reason why I'm looking for one is because once I get a case. I prefer not to take off the case when I have to plug in.
hehe not what your after but this is what i use when im at work
Plastic Plate Display Stands
Hampa_D said:
hehe not what your after but this is what i use when im at work
Plastic Plate Display Stands
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thanks, not what I'm looking for but I did try that once with my tablet
Finally found what I was looking for.
Amazon.com: Satechi R1 Arm Hinge Holder Stand for iPad, iPad 2, ASUS Eee Pad Transformer, Motorola Xoom, Samsung Galaxy Tab, Galaxy 10.1, ViewSonic gTablet, BlackBerry Playbook, HTC Flyer: Electronics
It's a little expensive but I can use it to hold my SGS2 or TF when not using the docking station.
RMXO said:
It's a little expensive but I can use it to hold my SGS2 or TF when not using the docking station.
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Looks too big to hold the SGSII in portrait orientation.
I just got this one, which is a battery charger that doubles as a stand. Cheap and it is an original Samsung accessory too!
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Looks too big to hold the SGSII in portrait orientation.
I just got this one, which is a battery charger that doubles as a stand. Cheap and it is an original Samsung accessory too!
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But you can't charge the phone on it, only the spare battery... I'm wrong?
DoPower said:
But you can't charge the phone on it, only the spare battery... I'm wrong?
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The one that I got does not charge the phone because I wanted to be able to use it in the landscape orientation as well. There is a version that charges but you can only stand the phone in portrait orientation for obvious reasons. Pic below from Clove.
Well if you just want a basic stand, there is an Otterbox stand but Im not sure if they sell it retail. I got one at Showstoppers during MWC. Will try and find a link

$35 backlit BT keyboard or share your suggestions!

what do u guys think of this
definitely smaller then other keyboards out
guessing it is more one hand use
but the backlit kb is nice ... not sure if the other keyboard released by samsung are?
BT keyboard, states compatible with samsung galaxy
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here is also a new one released by
zagg
not sure if there is backlit support on keys, dont think so
That thing is kind of tiny. I think it's better as more of a replacement keyboard/mouse combo for a home theater PC than a keyboard for a tablet. After all, you want a larger "real" keyboard to type faster than the onscreen keyboard. With little keypads you really can't fire off long emails/documents any better than you could with the onscreen, especially one with predictive text.
Backlit is nice, though. The Logitech products don't seem to have that.
I don't see much point. Won't be that much easier than the onscreen KB. I'd say full-size or just use the screen.
iTouch24 said:
what do u guys think of this
definitely smaller then other keyboards out
guessing it is more one hand use
but the backlit kb is nice ... not sure if the other keyboard released by samsung are?
BT keyboard, states compatible with samsung galaxy
here is also a new one released by
zagg
not sure if there is backlit support on keys, dont think so
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I'd be interested to see if it was any good, I plan on using an hdmi/charging cable combo with a dock to make a "HTTAB". A good mouse/keyboard combo that doesn't clutter up the place would be neato.
I will have to look into this more
I use this keyboard \ touchpad on my home theater. It's ok, but every once in a while its a bit rough to keep it connected. And, more importantly, it's much easier to use the screen vs this keyboard. I would suggest against it with the Galaxy Tab.
Pretty much looks like my phone keyboard
Are there any apps to use a phone as a bluetooth keyboard?
xnappo
[EDIT] I see Gmote does this - will check it out
[EDIT2] Eh - no Android server though. Looks like Blueputdroid will do it but I haven't had a need to root yet - now I do...
I use this with my HTPC as well...
Works fine as a keyboard but if I had to compare, I would say that the thumb keyboard app works better for me than this...
Suggestions?
I'm looking for a small BT keyboard about the size of the Apple BT or Xoom keyboard. I already have a MS Bluetooth Keyboard 6000 which works perfectly, except it's really too long to carry. I tried a Targus BT iPad keyboard, but the special function keys (back and so on) don't seem to work, plus it feels really cheap. FWIW, I only recently noticed that the Targus keyboard is the iPad specific model (AKB32US), and there's a generic model (AKB33US) that I should have tried out.
My criteria are that it's flat so it'll fit nicely in a bag, mapped as a normal PC keyboard so I don't have to create a keymap, full 6 rows with no weird function modes (~ and ` on the Logitech are fn+numkey?!), and preferrably a solid scissor switch design.
Anyone try the Iconia keyboard? It's more compact than the Xoom and Apple, but the layout looks sane. It's a little expensive though and I haven't seen many reviews.
I really want a BT & backlit keyboard. No numpad is fine. But I'd rather avoid the ones that fits in one hand - too small. It needs to be comfortable for hours of use. It seems like the best option is Microsoft Wireless Entertainment Desktop 8000 but that's too much.
You guys know of anything else that has both bluetooth & illumination?
Based on the size of it, I would be better off using the Thumb Keyboard for Android.
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[Q] Any hope for physical keyboard accessory?

Hi everyone,
Does anyone how to contact Samsung for requesting them to design an official accessory? Or even an after market company if its interested in making physical (bluetooth?) keyboard for Galaxy note.
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I don't think anyone buying Galaxy note is concerned about the size or thickness of such accessory and probably it can make gripping the phone easier. Also, it is possible to add more battery juice with such design. With all that in mind, I think there is a great market for such accessory for this phone or other phones in general.
What do you think about this? and Do you know any contact info for samsung (Not the customer service - I want to contact someone who takes my words seriously) or other companies to ask them for such accessory?
Brief info (You can skip it):
I really got tired from waiting for mobile with dual-core (now seems: quad cores are coming), good GPU, 1GB RAM & with sd-card extendability and decent screen with physical keyboard and good battery. After long time waiting, Galaxy Note came to meet my needs, but with only one major thing missing for me a physical keyboard. After seeing a physical case for iPhone, I said why there can't be any for Galaxy note? and here I am writing new thread about this.​
OMG this accessory is my DREAM.
Is theire any keybord like this compatible with the Galaxy S2 ???
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Something like this
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you can try with this
http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/24/dell-streak-makes-friends-with-logitech-dinovo-mini-in-more-way/
and you can try with any bt keyboard
here the official one
vanquishV12 said:
OMG this accessory is my DREAM.
Is theire any keybord like this compatible with the Galaxy S2 ???
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eBay and Google might help you in this. Yesterday, I couldn't find one for Samsung Galaxy (Only for TAB like dock) or anything rather than iPhone.
uvz said:
you can try with this
http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/24/dell-streak-makes-friends-with-logitech-dinovo-mini-in-more-way/
and you can try with any bt keyboard
here the official one
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First, thanks for this useful post.
I think I needed to be more specific about this, the keyboard should be in case. I mean when you need it, you slide it out and when finish get it in. Like Droids(milestones) and Xperia Pro/Play.
It is really annoying to carry bt keyboard with you all the time (as the official bt keyboard).
By the way, Logitech keyboard doesn't seems particle. Having it seems better than nothing and I'll need to think about it more. Also, Do you think it going to fit with Galaxy note?
Edit: it seems the guy with the keyboard (Logitech diNovo Mini) attached it to his dell streak with tape.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T2eSWHLL1N8&feature=player_embedded
The Logitech keyboard looks amazing. I think i will buy it and test with my Note. But it's pretty expensive. So it will take some time.
I like physicall keyboards, and I think for such a big device like the Note you can create a great keyboard, better then HTC's.
I found on amazon some interesting bluetooth keyboards. And much cheaper. Honestly they cost min. 30 €.
I think i will order one in sone weeks for testing. If it will be good, i think i can make a matching case myself.
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Anyone managed to hardhack the diNovo Mini and the Note together ?
Great keyboard but expensive ... I'm looking this with Azerty keyboard and more cheaper ...

cheap BT case and keyboard from ebay?anyone

has anyone tried those cheap 20-30$ case and BT bluetooth combo?
similiar to this one here
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http://www.ebay.ca/itm/2013-Google-...rs_Keyboard_Folios&hash=item4859a8cca4&_uhb=1
if yes, how is it, thanks
I have one for 25 off an amazon seller. Works great. The keyboard is magnetic so you can remove it and use it detached which is cool.
Three negative that are not bad. First it does make it thick. about like a day planner, not bad. Two the keyboard is small as you would expect but it has nice travel and is quite usable. The third thing is that in landscape the edge of the screen can slip below the leather lip. If you use a hidden pie menu you might need to increase its target size to handle that.
But those are all minor. I like it. A HDMI adapter and this works well in a hotel for working.
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wd5gnr said:
I have one for 25 off an amazon seller. Works great. The keyboard is magnetic so you can remove it and use it detached which is cool.
Three negative that are not bad. First it does make it thick. about like a day planner, not bad. Two the keyboard is small as you would expect but it has nice travel and is quite usable. The third thing is that in landscape the edge of the screen can slip below the leather lip. If you use a hidden pie menu you might need to increase its target size to handle that.
But those are all minor. I like it. A HDMI adapter and this works well in a hotel for working.
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Where can I get a cheap HDMI adapter for this device? My old mhl one doesn't work on this new model
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slyr114 said:
Where can I get a cheap HDMI adapter for this device? My old mhl one doesn't work on this new model
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ebay ofcourse, but its flaky sometimes, it will disconnect, these are getting cheaper now, only 10 bucks
http://www.ebay.com/itm/HOT-Slimpor...Phone_PDA_Cables_Adapters&hash=item5af8082c64
few months ago, these were like over 20bucks at least
cobyman7035 said:
ebay ofcourse, but its flaky sometimes, it will disconnect, these are getting cheaper now, only 10 bucks
http://www.ebay.com/itm/HOT-Slimpor...Phone_PDA_Cables_Adapters&hash=item5af8082c64
few months ago, these were like over 20bucks at least
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Awesome thanks man, last time I looked when I first got my device they were still pretty expensive.
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ZAGGkeys Cover keyboard working with Galaxy Note 10.1 2014

Hopefully ZAGG releases a keyboard like the one for the iPad Air. Since the iPad Air is almost same specs in size and thickness I decided to get the ZAGGkeys Cover Bluetooth Keyboard. Works great only con is, the short cut keys are specific for the Android OS and at times the keyboard disconnects or for some reason a letter gets stuck and you get a few letters.
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Here is a video of the ZAGGkeys Cover with the Galaxy Note 10.1
http://youtu.be/DMAhRmfTLYA
That does look very nice. I have been thinking about buying one of these http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Aluminium...id=100033&prg=9264&rk=1&rkt=4&sd=161261699812 but it does have one big drawback in that the angle is fixed.
I don't think I shall hold my breath waiting for Zagg though. The Note 2014 has not been a big seller and isn't well-supported by accessory manufacturers unfortunately.
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That does look very nice. I have been thinking about buying one of these http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Aluminium...id=100033&prg=9264&rk=1&rkt=4&sd=161261699812 but it does have one big drawback in that the angle is fixed.
I don't think I shall hold my breath waiting for Zagg though. The Note 2014 has not been a big seller and isn't well-supported by accessory manufacturers unfortunately.
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Yeah, don't see ZAGG releasing a ZAGGkeys cover keyboard type for the Galaxy Note 10.1 2014 anytime soon. I agree on the current aluminum keyboards only having the fixed angle.
Do you still advise this keyboard?
ElCamino said:
Hopefully ZAGG releases a keyboard like the one for the iPad Air. Since the iPad Air is almost same specs in size and thickness I decided to get the ZAGGkeys Cover Bluetooth Keyboard. Works great only con is, the short cut keys are specific for the Android OS and at times the keyboard disconnects or for some reason a letter gets stuck and you get a few letters.
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@ElCamino
Thank you for the perfect presentation. I want to buy one and just wanted to be sure. Do you have any problem with this keyboard? I can make slight modifications to avoid pressing the home button or something. Other than that if there is any problem I would like to have your advise?
Some advised to keep the Bluetooth visible all the time to avoid disconnects . Does that worked with you or you still have the disconnection problem ?
teoboz said:
@ElCamino
Thank you for the perfect presentation. I want to buy one and just wanted to be sure. Do you have any problem with this keyboard? I can make slight modifications to avoid pressing the home button or something. Other than that if there is any problem I would like to have your advise?
Some advised to keep the Bluetooth visible all the time to avoid disconnects . Does that worked with you or you still have the disconnection problem ?
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No problem. .. about the keyboard. I use it pretty much daily. About the only thing that really happens is that the Bluetooth disconnects from the Note 10.1 2014 Edition while I am typing. But this doesn't happen all the time. There is times when it does it 3 times when typing long emails or documents. I have gotton use to this, so most of the time I just quickly slide the on/off button on the keyboard and connects right up again and I continue where I left off. You can say that I have learned to live with this since I know this keyboard is meant for the iPad Air, fits nicely with the Note 10.1. I really like the ability to tilt the tablet to almost any angle. Still hoping that ZAGG or maybe Logitech will produce a keyboard like this. I haven't found a way to keep the keyboard from disconnecting.
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