It looks like when closed the keyboard is up against the iPad screen. Does this cause scratching? How well does this protect the ipad?
767059
I have owned the keyboard well over 18months and it is superior to the touchpad which comes with the unit. There are no problems with scratching and only infrequently do I need to recharge the Belkin keyoard An excellent productand highly recommended.
767060
I haven't had any scratching. For my use it protects the iPad quite adequately, however, I am a very careful and gentle user for the most part, so can't speak to rougher use. I like this keyboard very much and would highly recommend it.
767061
If you look between the slot the iPad sits in when the keyboard is in use and the keyboard itself, there is a slightly raised rubber strip, with two other slightly raised strips situated at the bottom left and right of the keyboard. These strips provide a small space between iPad screen and the keys when closed that serves to prevent scratching.
956167
The keyboard connects via magnets in the side of the iPad, so I did have to stop using the case. However the keyboard leaves the back of the iPad exposed when closed, and the whole thing looked so dangerously fragile I bought a slip case to keep it in. I'd recommend that.
1672801
I don't use a screen protector, however, in my opinion the way this keyboard attaches to the iPad, I don't think it will be a problem unless the edge of the screen protector is coming up...
1310306
The computer itself has a sturdy case especially if the key board is attached. The extra cover should help reduce scratching. Drop any computer just right (especially on corners) and it can shatter the glass etc. To be honest, I have never used my case. However, I have taken my 2 in 1 on several trips without any scratches or other damage.
1853111
The side cover of the Folio creates a little gap between the screen and the keyboard. The keys are created with smooth edges that will not scratch the screen if in contact with it. You may also remove the keyboard.
1420646
The keyboard sleeve is clear. But if you leave it on while you close your laptop the shape of the keyboard begins to imprint on your screen.
244298
I really don't knw. the keyboard actually serves as an protective cover also. The keyboard covers the entire screen and the hard backing of keyboard is left exposed making a protective barrier around the face of the screen. I don't know the deminsions of the outer box to say if it'll slide in correctly. If you're tring to connect the iPad to the keyboard while still encased in the outter box. it won't work.
723165
I havent had that problem. I have a screen protector too. There is also a leather trim around the ipad that keeps the ipad raised off the keyboard. Very happy with this product.
1126489
I would say yes, if you don't want to risk scratching it. I kept mine clean (so I thought) and it scratched my iPad. It's microscopic dust that does this - so you may think your screen or pen disk is clean, but it isn't.
1913703
No, the screen is completely protected by the thick edges of the sleeve in which the iPad rests. In order to scratch the screen you would have to leave something large and pointed on the keyboard and then close everything up but Kensington cannot protect from those kinds of acts.In a nutshell, this unit is as protective as any reasonable person could expect! Would I buy it again... without reservation!Hope this helps!
1183390
I purchased a sleeve...I didn't want the outside of the keyboard cover or the back of the iPad to get scratched.
1810493
This keyboard will not protect the iPad from drops, bumps, nor scratches. The keyboard has a magnetic attachment to the keyboard and serves as a cover while closed. It is very sleek and does not add much thickness to the iPad at all, so as a unit they can be easily tucked inside a secure carrying case.
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Yes. It attaches (on the backside) to the ipad with magnets, like smart covers have, and then lays flat. The keys cannot scratch or mar the ipad screen because of the felt "feet". It lays flat, attached in the back but not the front.
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The keyboard comes with two small stick-on pads that cushion the iPad when it's in the "closed" position. I don't have a protective cover on my screen and I haven't had any issues with scratches. However, even though the keyboard acts like a cover, it doesn't latch shut, so if you keep it in a purse or bag, a pen or something could slip in between and scratch it. I keep mine in a little bag and haven't had any problems.
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The keyboard with the IPad forms a "hard" silvery shell. While the magnet on the keyboard helps hold the entire unit together, I also use a zippered padded fabric cover which also has a pocket for charger, etc.
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I purchased a Shaggy Max screen protector to prevent this - a soft cloth that lays between the screen and the keyboard when I close the computer. The keyboard cover has left no marks on my screen since I started using the ShaggyMax screen protector.
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Hello The keyboard works perfectly welll. The angle options, the keys, etc... If you are worried the back pf the ipad might get scratched, since it has no protection, then this is not your product. Hope this helps.