The just-launched Zagg Slim Book mini acts as a protective case for the latest iPad mini, but that’s only the start. It also adds a detachable keyboard that makes the tablet ready for serious productivity.
“With the Slim Book mini, we’ve taken the performance and typing experience people expect from a full-size laptop and packed it into a sleek, portable keyboard built specifically for the iPad mini,” said Brad Bell, SVP of global marketing for Zagg.
Zagg Slim Book mini gives iPad mini a productivity upgrade
As the smallest of Apple’s tablets, the iPad mini might not be the first that some people think to upgrade into a notebook with a keyboard case. But don’t overlook the portability advantages a computer with an 8.3-inch screen.
For those unaware, keyboard cases like the Zagg Slim Book mini transform a tablet into a more versatile device for work, study or travel. By adding a physical keyboard, they provide faster and more accurate typing compared to on-screen keyboards, while also freeing up screen space for better visibility.
It uses a clamshell design so the screen viewing angle can be adjusted across a wide arc. The tablet can even flip around so the keyboard acts as a stand when watching video or playing games.
For times when typing really isn’t on the agenda, the Bluetooth keyboard can be detached. And Zagg’s latest is always a protective case, offering corner and back protection to safeguard the iPad mini against bumps, scratches and everyday wear.
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Price & availability
Zagg Slim Book mini launched Wednesday. It sells for $79.99 on Zagg.com, and an Amazon debut is expected soon.
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The tablet keyboard case is compatible with the newest iPad mini 7 (A17 Pro, 2024) as well as the sixth-generation version.
More from Zagg
This company makes other keyboard cases, too. The Zagg Tough Keys fits the iPad 11, as does the Zagg Rugged Pro Connect.
Ed Hardy has been writing full-time about tech for 25 years, and using it for much longer than that. His intro to Apple was a Macintosh Classic II (which he still has), but now he uses a 13-inch iPad Pro as his primary computer. He’s written for NotebookReview, TabletPCReview, and Brighthand, as well as other sites.
