So, the embarrassing plethora of typos got me thinking that maybe I shouldn’t type on my iPad anymore. I absolutely hate the keyboard. I know how to type, but on the stupid touch keyboard, I usually wind up pecking at the keys with my thumbs. It’s not pretty.
I saw an ad for the Touchfire. Here’s a link if you want to see it in action. It’s really (a) pretty good idea. It’s a silicone cover that goes over the touch keypad. It has just enough give that it feels more like a real keyboard. It attaches with magnets, (a)nd you can fold it out of the way when you’re not using it.
I bought it with the case, and while there are somethings I like, I’m not sure if I’ll keep it. The keyboard is taking a little getting used to, but I’m getting better. The magnets hold it just slightly non level with the keys, and that bugs me. The case is cool in some ways – it has a magnet to hold the iPad onto fridge or whatever, like I’m always doing. But the hinge is opposite of my old one, no t(ah)t bugs me. I don’t know. Time will tell.
Deborah says
Um. . . I saw two typos. Return the thing.
Brad says
I watched the movie at the link, and it didn’t look like anyone was doing ten-finger typing when they used that keyboard. Is it possible, or is the keyboard too small?
Lauren says
I am trying the ten-fingered typing. My pinkies are crooked, so the side/nail is what hits the key and it doesn’t work unless I concentrate. (a and p are difficult.)
Kristi says
Fail. More typos.
Lauren says
Three typos, all involving a. I ()’d them. Really, what I need is a silicone key cover that reads over what I’ve written and tells me what to fix. Or a silicone cover that says, “Stay awake five more minutes to proofread, you lazy so-and-so”. 😉
Lauren's dad says
But then, what would us critics have to do.
Lauren says
You’re right -- I am providing a valuable service. 😉
Aunt Lolly says
I don’t care how many typos you make Lauren. I love you anyway! You are a fine, fine, niece.