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Re: Keyboard with Trackpad for iPad Pro

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Post by jmc5788 »

t0mas88 wrote: post #49
jpalomaki wrote: post #24

IMHO: The Macbook (the small one, that was killed) made more sense than these iPad + keyboard attachments. You had a one, slim package that was easy to use on lap and carry around with one hand (even if open). It was able to run normal software, there was no need to resort to hacking to do for example software development. The negative thing with Macbook was the price point. It was a bit expensive to have as a second…

I never used the old MacBook, long time Linux and Windows user. But then I started using an iPad for flying (was mandatory, no other platform provided), now an iPad Pro. First I used it only for flightplanning with the official apps, but since I have a keyboard for it I no longer bring a laptop and just use the iPad Pro + keyboard as my "computer" when in a hotel as well. 90% of normal people usage works fine. For co…

I’m always curious about those who use the iPad as a terminal for coding on AWS/etc. Do you use a keyboard with FN keys (e.g. F1, F2)? This has been the main drawback for me on using an iPad to code: the attached keyboard/case combos for iOS never have FN keys. I realize I could carry a separate physical keyboard, but that takes away a good bit of the portability.

Re: Keyboard with Trackpad for iPad Pro

#52

Post by soneil »

diffeomorphism wrote: post #26
20191224234044 wrote: post #5

where is this made? Can't find information about country of origin.

Brydge is headquartered in Utah: https://www.brydge.com/pages/about-us For the manufacturing they don't say, but probably same as Apple: "Designed in the US, actually made in China".

I have the non-trackpad version of this, and you almost nailed it word for word. The bottom is marked “Designed in Park City, UT. Assembled in China”

Re: Keyboard with Trackpad for iPad Pro

#53

Post by telesilla »

camillomiller wrote: post #34
jpalomaki wrote: post #24

IMHO: The Macbook (the small one, that was killed) made more sense than these iPad + keyboard attachments. You had a one, slim package that was easy to use on lap and carry around with one hand (even if open). It was able to run normal software, there was no need to resort to hacking to do for example software development. The negative thing with Macbook was the price point. It was a bit expensive to have as a second…

Have you ever tried to process RAW pictures (including pictures from Hasselblad and Fuji medium format cameras, or Canon and Sony full frame cameras) and/or edit 4K 60p video on a MacBook? Well, me neither, because it's simply impossible. Surprisingly enough, that's what I do on a regular basis on an iPad Pro. The power of the ARM setup on that machine is unbelievable. So, there you go, that's single-handedly a reaso…

Hm I was processing Fuji RAW images last night on my 2019 MacBook Air with darktable quite happily. I'm sure it's not the fastest but given I'm am amateur in the field it seems like a perfectly fine way to work.

Re: Keyboard with Trackpad for iPad Pro

#54

Post by phoobahr »

jmc5788 wrote: post #51
t0mas88 wrote: post #49

Earlier quoted context omitted.

I never used the old MacBook, long time Linux and Windows user. But then I started using an iPad for flying (was mandatory, no other platform provided), now an iPad Pro. First I used it only for flightplanning with the official apps, but since I have a keyboard for it I no longer bring a laptop and just use the iPad Pro + keyboard as my "computer" when in a hotel as well. 90% of normal people usage works fine. For co…

I’m always curious about those who use the iPad as a terminal for coding on AWS/etc. Do you use a keyboard with FN keys (e.g. F1, F2)? This has been the main drawback for me on using an iPad to code: the attached keyboard/case combos for iOS never have FN keys. I realize I could carry a separate physical keyboard, but that takes away a good bit of the portability.

I live in vim, write mostly python, and don't need function keys. An iPad gives me a range of vim ports, shells, python environment and one really good gift client.

Also the Smart Keyboard is simply the best shape for typing on a seat-back tray table.

Re: Keyboard with Trackpad for iPad Pro

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Post by camillomiller »

telesilla wrote: post #53
camillomiller wrote: post #34

Earlier quoted context omitted.

Have you ever tried to process RAW pictures (including pictures from Hasselblad and Fuji medium format cameras, or Canon and Sony full frame cameras) and/or edit 4K 60p video on a MacBook? Well, me neither, because it's simply impossible. Surprisingly enough, that's what I do on a regular basis on an iPad Pro. The power of the ARM setup on that machine is unbelievable. So, there you go, that's single-handedly a reaso…

Hm I was processing Fuji RAW images last night on my 2019 MacBook Air with darktable quite happily. I'm sure it's not the fastest but given I'm am amateur in the field it seems like a perfectly fine way to work.

Fuji GFX 100 Raws? Because that's what I meant :D

Re: Keyboard with Trackpad for iPad Pro

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Post by camillomiller »

ulfw wrote: post #36
camillomiller wrote: post #34

Earlier quoted context omitted.

Have you ever tried to process RAW pictures (including pictures from Hasselblad and Fuji medium format cameras, or Canon and Sony full frame cameras) and/or edit 4K 60p video on a MacBook? Well, me neither, because it's simply impossible. Surprisingly enough, that's what I do on a regular basis on an iPad Pro. The power of the ARM setup on that machine is unbelievable. So, there you go, that's single-handedly a reaso…

Yes I have both. It’s not “impossible”. Why on earth would you think that? It’s just slower. That Macbook Air you recommend uses the same processor as the 12” MB did.

I recommend a MBA if you're using it as a development machine, not for photography! :)

Re: Keyboard with Trackpad for iPad Pro

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Post by _ph_ »

jpalomaki wrote: post #24

IMHO: The Macbook (the small one, that was killed) made more sense than these iPad + keyboard attachments. You had a one, slim package that was easy to use on lap and carry around with one hand (even if open). It was able to run normal software, there was no need to resort to hacking to do for example software development. The negative thing with Macbook was the price point. It was a bit expensive to have as a second…

Well, a MacBook lacks touch and cannot detach the keyboard. That is the nice thing about this accessory, that it converts your tablet into a laptop, you still can use it as a tablet though. But you already name the important difference, why a MacBook (and yes, the 12" was a really nice form factor) is better for many tasks: because of the software limitations of the iPad, but they are completely artificial. One could have an iPad as usefull as a Mac if Apple allowed it.

And yes, at least I would hope that if Apple offers an ARM based Mac, it would be close to that MacBook. Though the new Air isn't that much larger.

Re: Keyboard with Trackpad for iPad Pro

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Post by funkaster »

I bought the logitech one, with a full keyboard. I would imagine this is similar but have the same drawbacks (for my use case). It's nice, but a bit clumsy and won't allow me to swap caps ctrl. These days I'm using a very small stand and a 61 keys wasd keyboard: I can swap caps ctrl and even choose a dvorak layout at the hardware layer. Keybord is small enough that I can carry it with me on my backpack. It's not good for "laptop" mode, of course, but super easy to setup on any desk/coffee shop.

wasd keyboard: https://www.wasdkeyboards.com/wasd-vp3-61-key-custom-mechani...

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