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Review on πŸ”’ CHESONA iPad Pro 12.9 Case 2020: Keyboard, USB-C Hub, Backlit, Pencil Holder - Black by Debbie Jones

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Excellent goods! Outstanding protection, beautiful appearance, many practical features - worth the money!

I looked at many iPad cases/covers (iPad Pro 12.9 inch 3rd gen) before I decided on this case. I liked the apparent solidity of the case with its backlit keyboard and additional ports. It also looks very chic. Now that I've been using this case for a few weeks, I can attest that this case is very durable, offers excellent protection for my iPad, and has handy features that set this case apart from other cases, especially at this price point. The case actually consists of 2 components: a case for the iPad itself and a keyboard. The two components are connected via a Smart Connector (see first picture), which is very easy to use. Align the iPad case and keyboard and you'll feel a magnetic pull before the two pieces snap together. The two parts separate just as easily, which is handy when I don't need the keyboard, for example when I'm using a write-protected iPad (see the lid] and the bottom [keyboard] part of the case. Installing the case onto the iPad part takes time initially bit, but after removing and putting the case on a few times it gets much easier, I recommend sliding the iPad into the base (see fig. 4), then putting the case on the upper left corner of the iPad (see fig. 5) where it is where the volume and power buttons are located.The upper right corner can be put on last.The iPad case fits perfectly around these controls and does not interfere with their use 2 USB ports, 1 HDMI port, Type-C port and 3.5 -mm audio connector (see fig 6 and 7) for use with headphones, earphones, speakers, etc. These extra connectors are actually very convenient, I used the USB connector to connect a mouse and a docking station g station connected to a large monitor. In other words, these connectors offer versatility. The keyboard is surprisingly comfortable to type on. It doesn't have its own battery. Instead, the keyboard is powered by the iPad. When my iPad is fully charged to 100%, I can use my iPad and keyboard (without turning off the keyboard) for about 5 hours (sometimes longer depending on what's running in the background). I particularly like that the keyboard is backlit (you can change the color) so it can be used in low light conditions (see Figure 8). Another important feature for me is the ability to charge the Apple Pencil on the iPad without removing the iPad case. When the pen is fully charged, it can be placed in the pen holder on the keyboard side of the case (see fig. 8). In a folded (closed) case, the pencil is safe and will not get lost. The stylus in this case is much better protected from being lost than in other cases that use a strap to hold the stylus or nothing to hold it at all. strong enough to hold the screen at an angle greater than 90 degrees. I didn't have this problem with larger opening angles (see Fig. 9). I tried setting the angle to less than 90 degrees and was able to get the "top" part down to about 60 degrees (see Figure 10). At less than 60 degrees, the top will likely close. From a practical point of view, I don't think most people will work with a screen tilted below 60 degrees and easily see the screen - that's just my opinion. Overall I am very happy with this case. It gives me the physical protection I need for my iPad, allows me to charge my Apple Pencil without removing the iPad case, has a secure place for my Apple Pencil to reduce the risk of losing it, has a beautiful backlit keyboard and even more ports that increase the versatility of the device. The price of this case is worth it, especially since I couldn't find many (what?) comparable cases for the 12.9-inch iPad Pro 3rd Gen. I highly recommend this case and will buy again if I need another case.

Pros
  • Tablet Accessories
Cons
  • It's not as good as it says it is