How well does this work without the keyboard? What if I only use the keyboard when traveling, and only want this case for reading most of the time?
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It works great. The keyboard sticks to the case through magnets, it'll 'lock in' when its in the right place. It won't move unless you purposefully peel it off the case, it'll hold on while upside down (the keyboard itself is extraordinarily light).Without the keyboard, the flap the keyboard rests on can be folded over the back of the case if you're holding it, or can be folded under the case and used as the base that the prop rests on.
48452
The keyboard is held in with magnets and slides right off when not needed. The tablet slips in and is Velcro strapped in. I bought this for my 15 yo son and he loves it. He says it works great.
48453
The case doesn't require the keyboard to work. When you open or close the case, your Nook will open or close as well. The Bluetooth keyboard can be used in or out of the cover, with any Bluetooth-enabled product, once you sync it to that product.
48454
I use it the exact way you described and it works well. Closes properly with or without the keyboard.
48455
We only use the keyboard when we are out and about and have Wi-Fi. The keyboard is Bluetooth, there is no wire connection, it actually just sits in the cover and can be removed withouta problem. With the keyboard removed, the case is still usable without any problems
48456
The keyboard is held on with magnets and comes off easily. With it off, the case is nice and thin and works fine. The keyboards I got each had a missing key, but aside from that seems fine.
530756
I only purchased the tablet and case, but not the keyboard. As far as I know, the case is only intended for the tablet itself.
1519871
I used it without the keyboard and it fit great. The case is built to expand with the type keyboard, which is a little wider than the touch keyboard.
2093445
I use this case to transport my keyboard in my own car and I think it's great! However, this is a soft case that offers minimal protection. I would not use it for flying. Luggage handling at the airport definitely requires something sturdier to protect your keyboard.
2253277
There is a hard fitted ipad cover that detaches from the keyboard, but the arm that holds the ipad up is still attached to the keyboard. but yes, you can easily detached the ipad from the keyboard and use it as a reader or games etc. the entire case also allows you to fold it down so you can hold it while the keyboard is under the ipad. The battery last for a long time. Weeks if you turn it off. The only time I actually had to charge it was because I accidentally left it on for like 10 days straight.
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Yes, the way this product is designed, the keyboard will be inside when the case is cased. But I actually took the keyboard out and use it with a different cover. So you can also carry the keyboard separately or move it farther away from the case, if that works for you.
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I wouldn't describe it as securely attached to the case when folded back. It's liable to pop off in that configuration and it isn't comfortable to hold in that setup. I actually don't recommend this keyboard/case combo. There are much better bluetooth keyboards out there (this keyboard is cramped and laid out really weird) and the case looks cheap. There are lots of other cases available and folding bluetooth keyboards offer a vastly superior typing experience.
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I use mine in the case. When the I-pad is open so is the case. My case has a keyboardseparate from the I-pad, and when I want to use the keyboard I just turn it on. When I just want to read, I fold the keyboard back out of the way behind the pad. I believe thecovers were made to leave on.Bonnie
438375
I have the flat keyboard and yes, you can definitely use the case without the keyboard. the cover of the case folds into a kickstand for the surface.
228093
No, the case is not only good for the keyboard. I have used many other items in there and have had no problems. The keyboard has soft keys, which are up against the screen, but I have not experienced any damage. The case becomes the stand and is strong enough to sit on the desk next to my computer monitors. I hope this helps.
2123327
You can fold it back if you don't want to use it. I read books with the keyboard folded back.
14296
No, on this model after you travel with it in your carry on bag, apparently the keyboard becomes intermittent!
1488974
The keyboard attaches magnetically and comes off as a unit, leaving the tablet in the case. It reattaches just as easily. Removing the keyboard also lightens the load for traveling and there's one less thing to charge. I've done that when I don't anticipate a lot of typing.
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Based on the pictures it looks like the keyboard portion of the case actually disconnects and then you have just the portfolio for just the tablet. If you never intend to get a keyboard though you could just get a case like MiniSuit ASUS Transformer Pad Infinity Case TF700 / TF700T PU Leather MultiView stand folio case for ASUS Transformer Pad Infinity 10.1-Inch Tablet - Black and not have to worry about it.
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might be the keyboard I have no issues ..BUT I hardly use it cause the screen is very quick ..I do use my case which is a stand also ..Might consider returning the keyboard ..DO YOU REALLY NEED IT ?
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Without the keyboard the case will allow you to prop the tablet up for viewing in a standing position however it is not sturdy enough to actually press the screen in a normal manner without you supporting it with your other hand. Also when you close the case, without the keyboard attachment portion, there is no method in which to keep it closed such as a magnetic flap or button closure. While the case can be used without the keyboard for the most part, it will not have all the functionality of a case that is made to be used with a tablet without a keyboard. This particular case caters towards always having the keyboard attached and in that form it excels nicely.
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Yes you can use the case without the keyboard. The keyboard part comes out and the case becomes a standard portfolio.