ZAGG ID8BSF-BB0 Messenger Folio Case and Non-Backlit Bluetooth Keyboard for Apple iPad Pro 9.7, iPad 9.7, iPad Air and iPad Air 2 - Compatible with 2018 (G6) and 2017 (G5) 9.7 - Black

I didn’t understand what 9.7 or 10.5 meantI measured across the iPad and it was 9 and 7/8 inches so I thought that’s what the 9.7 meantWhen it arrived, my iPad would not fit into it so I had to send it back and I’m gonna try the 10.5When I looked up iPad GEN three it gave me those two size choices

Over the years I have had several different cases for my iPads but the Zagg keyboards have always had me returning to Zagg.I travel so the rugged has been my go to for the last two years. Now I wanted a thinner one but still a keyboard that I enjoyed typing on .I order two through Amazon and found that you can’t get a refurb or open box and have it work. I did not want to spend the bucks for the Messenger but after try unsuccessfully two times with the other Zagg models I broke down and ordered brand new Messenger for my iPad Air.Just what I wanted. Much less case so less protection then the Rugged but the keyboard is just as good as my old Rugged. Really really happ with this case. I have only had it for a week now. I can see how there were concerns about the hinge but right now I do not find it any problem at all. I wanted the option to be able to pull the screen off the keyboard and this gives me that option more easily then the Rugged.I will let you know if I find out there is a problem but right now could not be happier.

Would not power on and no info on battery replacement

I had this in my cart a little while before I decided to buy it. I think the regular price was $40 or more. Then it showed up on a deal of the day for less than $20! That's all I needed to pull the trigger. Been using it for a couple of days now with my iPad Air 2 and it sure makes life easier when I need to send an email or long-winded text as opposed to using the virtual keyboard. I don't have any complaints but I do find myself wishing it had a mouse track pad or some other way to navigate the iPad without using the touch screen. Maybe there is a way but I haven't figured out out yet. I guess I could just get a wireless mouse for it.

Did not have lighted keyboard in initial descriptions

This keyboard serves its purpose well. It accommodated my ipad pro well. No issues with fit. The keys are a little stiff for my liking but works well so far. I am a touch typist so this may not be the best but for its size and purpose, I don’t think there are any that will be satisfying for a touch typist. It’s only been a couple months so I’ll see how it holds up. I prefer having a USB-C charging port as this is quickly becoming the standard instead of a micro-usb.

This is the third Zagg keyboard we have purchased. We like them however, the second one died after 3 years when the numbers would not work. The first keyboard is now going on 7 years and is now being used on one of our older I-pads.

My school recently gave us iPads but in our second week let us know that they wanted us to write a paper, and I know I can type pretty quickly on my phone but with the size of the iPad I knew it was going to slow my speed down. So I hopped on Amazon and found this bad boy! Works amazing, battery seems to last for years (on a serious note I only have to charge it every two-three weeks) and there’s no lag which is amazing. Makes me feel and look professional with its sleek look.