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Re: I love my Bluetooth keyboard

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Post by forgotmypw17 »

broken-kebab wrote: post #109
janmarsal wrote: post #56

Still waiting for the day when I can get rid of my work laptop and replace it with a phone entirely. Technically it's already possible, but it's just not practical until I can easily run docker containers on my phone. Also the samsung desktop mode is a bit underwhelming right now. If this is not the default in the next decade I'm gonna riot. Hotels could replace the TV with a big computer screen and the corner chair…

I can't understand what exactly is in this dream you want to become true. It sounds like you want a portable device with physical keyboard, and reasonable screen size. Which is laptop.

I think it's about being able to take the portable device with you separately from the display and keyboard.

Re: I love my Bluetooth keyboard

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Post by getpokedagain »

broken-kebab wrote: post #109
janmarsal wrote: post #56

Still waiting for the day when I can get rid of my work laptop and replace it with a phone entirely. Technically it's already possible, but it's just not practical until I can easily run docker containers on my phone. Also the samsung desktop mode is a bit underwhelming right now. If this is not the default in the next decade I'm gonna riot. Hotels could replace the TV with a big computer screen and the corner chair…

I can't understand what exactly is in this dream you want to become true. It sounds like you want a portable device with physical keyboard, and reasonable screen size. Which is laptop.

I assume it's something like mine. I want a phone I can dock and use as a desktop with a monitor and mouse/keyboard. That is just a phone when undocked.

We have reactive UIs and desktop mode on android. It's getting very close. I am not certain on the previous commentors reasons but I detest the many device game. A 500 dollar pixel 10a is a great computer and I would rather not buy another machine if I dont have to.

Re: I love my Bluetooth keyboard

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Post by JoshTriplett »

MDib wrote: post #87
JoshTriplett wrote: post #12

I'd highly recommend the iClever BK05S. It's the same size as a normal laptop keyboard, so your fingers don't need to feel cramped. It lays flat and stable, it types well, it pairs easily, it charges with USB-C, and you can use it as a wired USB-C keyboard in a pinch.

I got the slightly smaller BK03 in Japan a few years back. I travel with it along with a mag-safe battery pack with a built-in kickstand, so that it forms a lovely typing setup even on a small cafe table. An unexpected bonus is that the setup short-circuits a lot of reflexive app-switching and idle scrolling. With the phone propped up, I have to actually reach for the screen, so my thumbs don’t just wander from typin…

I found the BK03 too small to comfortably type on.

Re: I love my Bluetooth keyboard

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Post by getpokedagain »

zmmmmm wrote: post #26

If you want a full size foldable keyboard with function keys and a trackpad, I can recommend the ProtoArc XK01[0]. This is a good enough keyboard that I use it as my main keyboard at home, and it's surprisingly cool to be able to just fold up your daily driver keyboard and take it with you. [0] https://www.protoarc.com/products/xk01-tp-foldable-keyboard-...

Thanks I have debated this https://www.bestbuy.com/product/lenovo-thinkpad-trackpoint-k... keyboard-on-the-go

For a similar reason.

Re: I love my Bluetooth keyboard

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Post by fransje26 »

zmmmmm wrote: post #26

If you want a full size foldable keyboard with function keys and a trackpad, I can recommend the ProtoArc XK01[0]. This is a good enough keyboard that I use it as my main keyboard at home, and it's surprisingly cool to be able to just fold up your daily driver keyboard and take it with you. [0] https://www.protoarc.com/products/xk01-tp-foldable-keyboard-...

On which OS did you try it?

Re: I love my Bluetooth keyboard

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Post by wishfish »

shell0x wrote: post #59

I’m planning to take an iPad air on a trip and thought about getting a bluetooth keyboard too. What do people generally recommend for travel? I don’t plan to use it for extensive periods of times, mainly writing some emails/docs/notes in the hotel room.

Logitech K480 is my favorite. Its best feature is a slot. Put your iPad in it and it stays put. Even on a lap or bed or other unstable surfaces. And it's only $30. Meaning there's no worry if it breaks or is stolen on a trip.

Another thing I like about it is how wide the slot is. I can fit my iPad and iPhone into it simultaneously. Which is quite convenient at times

Re: I love my Bluetooth keyboard

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Post by TeaVMFan »

I was about to recommend the excellent Plugable folding keyboard: https://plugable.com/products/bt-key3xl

I used it as a key part of my software engineer's writing toolkit for the first draft of a novel: https://frequal.com/forwriters/

Unfortunately the Plugable keyboard appears to be discontinued. Perhaps it can still be found used. It is quite impressive. It folds small for travel. The keys travel nicely. The case magnetically clicks into a phone stand. The battery lasts a month or longer. Truly a mechanical marvel.

I only wish I'd bought two.

Re: I love my Bluetooth keyboard

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Post by bookofjoe »

TeaVMFan wrote: post #117

I was about to recommend the excellent Plugable folding keyboard: https://plugable.com/products/bt-key3xl I used it as a key part of my software engineer's writing toolkit for the first draft of a novel: https://frequal.com/forwriters/ Unfortunately the Plugable keyboard appears to be discontinued. Perhaps it can still be found used. It is quite impressive. It folds small for travel. The keys travel nicely. The case…

Many for sale here $25-$35: https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_nkw=plugable+folding+keyboa...

Re: I love my Bluetooth keyboard

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Post by nchmy »

mattlondon wrote: post #107
llm_nerd wrote: post #106

Earlier quoted context omitted.

Yes. He's noting that people with Macs can engage in message exchanges on their Macs. Like I get a message from someone on my phone and if it merits a more considered response I wake my Mac and reply from there. Obviously other platforms have various integrations with messaging as well, but he obviously is referring to people he knows who happen to have Macs.

Yes was going to say on android I've been using SMS and WhatsApp messages from my computer for years too. Mac, Linux, Windows, Chromebooks all integrate seamlessly and nicely so not sure what the issue is?

Moreover, it's largely irrelevant - the topic of the article was using a keyboard without having to drag around a laptop/desktop. If someone replied to a text on their MacBook, they'd have broken that constraint
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