It just works

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Now, I understand what all the fuss is about.

Far from being clunky, the Magic Keyboard makes my 11-inch iPad Air easier to handle.

iPad Air with Apple Magic Keyboard resting on a table

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Comfort is King

First of all, this is the most comfortable keyboard Ive ever used.

Somehow, its even better than the full-size one on my MacBook.

The backlighting is incredibly useful.

iPad Air standing vertically with Magic Keyboard attached

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The design of the keyboard is impressive, too.

Far from being clunky, the Magic Keyboard makes my 11-inch iPad Air easier to handle.

It cradles it perfectly, making it feel like a nice book.

With typical Apple flair, the Magic Keyboard also works, well, like magic.

Theres no need to download drivers or fiddle with parameters to get it working.

With typical Apple flair, the Magic Keyboard also works, well, like magic.

In reality, the keyboard makes reading far more convenient and comfortable.

Ditto for watching movies.

It was great for typing on a desk, but failed miserably in every other situation.

I once spent a month traveling with theLogitech K480.

But its keys were uncomfortable, and it didnt prop the iPad up at a comfortable angle.

The Folio is a heavy, uncomfortable cover, and a difficult keyboard to work on.

The Magic Keyboard, put simply, is everything Ive always wanted in an Apple accessory.

It makes your gear more useful, fun, and it just works.

Just go and buy one if youve got an iPad and the money to spare.