I know that when it comes about purchasing an iPad 2, many customers clutch their funds tightly. That’s just because the are eagerly waiting for iPad 3. But for those who’ve bought an iPad 2, or have just discovered a need of a Bluetooth Keyboard for their iPad 2, allow us to shed some light on the New Crux360.

Surely its not the first one thing of this category, but whatever it is; it is an amazing thing of its line. The full range of motion in the hinge makes this a nice accessory for your Apple slate. So read the complete review given below to check out “The Good” and “The Bad” sides of this case:

Looks and Styling:

A pretty stylish case option it is. The outer shell of the Crux360 features a matte black finish that provides grip whenever you’re hauling your slate around in one hand. The soft coating is very better than  bare plastic, although it’s clear from the vacant iPad slot that the frame is constructed of just that.

As you can see in any clamshell style case, the hinge is of the utmost importance. At this point I found that the strength of that particular feature to be substantial. The case also features 360-degree rotation that allows for both laptop-style typing and traditional tablet use by simply folding the peripheral back on itself.

In terms of size  the case has a relatively compact structure. It weighs around  1.55 pounds (703 grams) on its own, the combined weight of keyboard and iPad 2 surpasses that of the 11-inch MacBook Air.

The Keyboard:

Now I come to the most engaging feature of this case: its keyboard. It fits fine with the case without adding any extra width or height to your iPad. When I asked from users about the experience of this keyboard, I found a miscellaneous reaction. Those used to typing on similar devices said that it was fine, while others who have medium to large hands had some accuracy issues while typing.

Usability:

After typing for a while on the Crux 360, in both desktop and casual couch type environments, I was able to get a feel for how useful the device would be in a variety of situations. Once I installed the iPad, the case became a bit top-heavy in lap or more casual situations. When the viewing angle was set, the slate stayed in place nicely, with weight balance being the only issue and only in certain positions.

Wrap-Up:

In the end, I can say that a combination of the lack of full iPad protection and the cramped keyboard can left you wanting more. You’ll get cozy with the keys once you become acclimated to the compact spacing, but continually launching the tablet into lock mode may be a pretty frustrating task for you. If you’re looking for something that is self-contained and ultra-portable to use in meetings or to take notes in class, you might want to give this a shot.

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