What kind of battery powers the keyboard, is it rechargeable, and how long does it usually last before the charge is depleted?
820272
The battery is rechargeable and I'm not sure how long it lasts - we haven't had to recharge it yet and are on at least 8 hours
820273
it must give you like 24 hours of use or more cause i got mines 45 days ago and charged it once ... i have used it like 3-4 times a week
820274
It's a lithium battery, yes its rechargeable, however the one I purchased was defective and I couldn't determine how long the charge would last. I returned the product and currently waiting on a refund.
820275
Don't know what kind of battery, but I have not had to recharge since I got the keyboard in May 2014. I'm sure I've used it for over 30 hours.
931355
keyboard battery is included and embedded - nothing required on your part. Use a USB cord to charge it once a month with moderate use. Works like a champ!
2022318
That's the battery used for my Toshiba. It's larger charging capability makes for a larger battery, and it protrudes slightly from the bottom surface, making a slight slope, and better keyboard usage. I think you'll love the longer charge, Jeffrey. Good luck and enjoy!!
235387
It is rechargeable and comes with the charger cord. Works great, you can switch the key board off and even easily remove it from the case if you know you won't be using it.
1736907
With moderate to heavy use, I get at least 5 or 6 days out of the mouse before I recharge it. The keyboard will go two weeks or more. Both would surely last much longer if I turned them off when I'm not using them; but I don't. Recharging takes about 20 minutes using the supplied usb cable.
187199
Not very long and the keyboard does stay charged for a very long time. I've been using my keyboard for a few weeks without needing to recharge.
998190
I can confirm that rechargeable AA batteries do work. I have some AmazonBasics ones that I've been using, and I haven't had to recharge the ones in the keyboard in what feels like years.
1543649
To replace the battery you would need to first find a source for the battery, then take apart the keyboard without destroying it. Not for most of us. Like most smartphones, no. However, a small backup battery should charge it and or power it--like the one I can charge or run my phone. If you find a battery replaceable keyboard expect it not to be small and lightweight. If you are not a "touch typist" by a cheapo keyboard as you would be paying for quality and performance you might not be able to make use of. Welcome to the world of technology. I'm sure there will be a better, smarter portable keyboard in the next 6 months, or weeks!
198086
The keyboard links up via blue tooth. It charges with a micro usb cable. Currently its is being used as a carrying solution and the keyboard hasn't been used much. But this was a gift from December 2012, which was fully charged in December and STILL to this day has a charge. Standby time is awesome. The toggle switch is a little tricky, but once you see it and toggle it, its easy from there.
822050
There's a small micro-USB port on the side of the keyboard - near the switch. One charge lasts a LONG time.
2149501
The keyboard is USB powered via a cord (included with the keyboard). It has two USB outlets on it to be used for any plug in devices.
1461686
It is powered by the tablet. You can charge the tablet by connecting the tablet charger to the side of the keyboard.
2027297
Would love keyboards of this caliber to start having being wired/wireless (Just a built in battery). That way, even though the battery might not be able to sustain it for more than 5 - 6 hours, you can just go right back to the desktop, plug it in, and continue to use it.
948944
The keyboard takes 2 AAA batteries. I have used the keyboard for a few months and the batteries seem to still be going strong.
698666
The mouse is a cordless, short-range bluetooth device that functions on regular disposable batteries. It has a convenient on/off switch on the bottom so that it won't waste power when you're not using it. It will not, and literally cannot, waste your USB port. The keyboard is charged via the USB port, but in my experience, holds a charge for a very long while under light to moderate use. I tend to charge the keyboard only about once a week. It is also a short-range bluetooth system though, so excluding charging time, it leaves your USB port free for use.
371438
The keyboard is only loosely held in by velcro; recharging in or out of the case is no issue.It has a separate on/off switch; a charge lasts for days if kept off when not typing.
2026565
Had mine for about 3 months, charged it about half-dozen times. System Preference has an icon when you load up the Logitech Software that will indicate how low the battery is. IIRC that software will also tell you, if you forget, to recharge it. I simply plug mine into the USB port on the keyboard, and continue to use but a couple hours later it's all good. I got mine at half the price of Apple's and most pleased. Took the Magic Pad back.