Solid Line Keyboard Elevates iPad Functionality
Don’t miss your chance to win a Solid Line iPad™ Case with an Integrated Bluetooth® Keyboard after the review!
I’ve mentioned before that I’m really not a gadget freak. Generally, beyond normal functions of items on my phone and computer, I’m unimpressed with all the bells and whistles. Well, maybe unimpressed isn’t exactly the right word, but you get the point.
When I received my iPad, I thought it was cool. It was…novel. However, as a writer and blogger, I found it next to impossible to actually write on the thing. I type pretty fast, so using one hand for an on-screen keyboard just didn’t work for me. I occasionally checked email with my iPad and used it for a little social networking. And then? It turned into the game machine for me and my 3 year old–a $900 game machine. It just didn’t seem…right. So I was excited when Jess from Solid Line Products asked me to take a look at the Bluetooth iPad case with integrated keyboard. I mean, gasp, I might be able to use my iPad to do some actual work? I was skeptical…until I tried it.
The super slim Solid Line Bluetooth RightShift Keyboard case is as light as carrying a leather portfolio into a meeting. I inserted my iPad into the top and performed the keyboard setup and link up in one short minute. That’s right–about 60 seconds (which is generally all the time I have before the 3 year old tries to commandeer the iPad).
It did take me a couple of days to become accustomed to the compact keyboard and key sensitivity. I have a full-size keyboard on my laptop, but if you’re used to a compact keyboard then the Solid Line keyboard will not pose a problem. I’m still getting used to the pressure sensitivity of the keys–again, a learning curve you will have when switching to any new product.
One thing that was completely astonishing to me is that you can get 90 hours of continuous use (CONTINUOUS USE, people!) before you have to recharge the keyboard. In bloggy years, this means I can blog for almost four days straight before worrying about finding an outlet. I’m in love.
The only downside that I’ve found to the keyboard and case (and believe me, I’ve been looking) is that I wish the fold-down flap that becomes a wrist guard area had a pocket to carry some business cards. (Solid Line? Next generation recommendation.) And, that is all I can find wrong with this keyboard. (And we all know how picky I am.)
The Solid Line Bluetooth keyboard has elevated my iPad from novel to completely functional. It’s what I’m typing this review on right now. How does it look? Sexy, right? It’s okay, you don’t have to be jealous because YOU CAN WIN YOUR OWN KEYBOARD. (Uh huh. I said it.) Just leave a comment about how you will use the new keyboard case and you will automatically be entered into a random drawing to win.
Can’t wait for the drawing and need one NOW? (I don’t blame you. Seriously.) Well, Jess and the rest of the people from Solid Line have graciously provided WritRams readers with $15 OFF the RightShift Keyboard case (for iPad or iPad2) mentioned in this post. Just visit www.solidlineproducts.com and enter the code WRTRAM at checkout. Soon you’ll be the cool kid on the block, too. (Yeah, I went there.)
Ready to win your very own Solid Line iPad™ Case with an Integrated Bluetooth® Keyboard? (A $99 value!)
Here’s all you need to do:
Leave a comment on this post with the type of iPad you have (iPad or iPad2) and why you need the keyboard. (Begging doesn’t help your chances, but it does amuse me when I read your comments.)
That’s it!
On June 17, 2011, we will randomly select (via random.org) one winner from all comments. The winner will be notified via email on their comment. Good luck!
Entries must be received by midnight EST, June 17, 2011, to be eligible.
Want an extra entry? Visit the review on our sister site, PrimeParentsClub.com, and leave your comment over there for two total entries.
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Ooh you are right, I am crying with joy! Hehe :P.
I would use it both as a case and as the keyboard … I could use it for emails, or typing short stories, even!
I would use it to write emails, I think it would be very helpful.
I too would use it for writing emails.
I would use it to blog & email as it’s harder to do so on the touch pad!
@DuongSheahan
I would use it to prove to my husband that…yes, I really CAN win something on a blog/Facebook. He is anxiously awaiting the arrival of his iPad2.
I have an iPad. The keyboard would be extremely helpful as I do a lot of writing, and the iPad is not really conducive to that.
Since I don’t yet own an iPad, this would serve as the incentive to get one. Once I get one, I can try and see what type of use I’d get out of it. Sounds neat.
I have an Ipad, and I’d use it to email, all of my kids.
I would love this for my son who has an iPad. This would make it much more useful for him since he is starting college in the Fall.
I have an iPad. I would love to win -just because my husband is trying to talk me into one of these. He wants one for his iPad2. I’m entering for me. I’ll forward to him & ask him if he wants to enter for an iPad2.
I just sold my ipad (the first generation) to my brother in law because I needed money but he loves it and I’m glad. I’d love to win this for him! Thank you for the chance!
I don’t have an iPad at all but would use winning this as an excuse to get one!
My wife told me about this giveaway. I”ve been investigating the keyboard so I can travel with my iPad2 instead of a laptop.
I have an iPad2 and use it on my travels to keep in touch with the good ol’ U.S. of A!
I have an iPad2. It’s always awesome to have an all-in-one. This would also be great for my four-year-old to begin his writing career. ;)
I have the original iPad and I could use the keyboard because it is bigger and would be easier to use than the touch screen keyboard in the iPad.
Have the ipad 1 but would take one if case I get a 2
This would be incredible for my iPad2. i’ve been looking for something like this for some time. Glad I ran across this site.
I have an iPad2 that I use for work. This would come in handy because it would help me work on documents and spreadsheets for work.
I would love to win it for my iPad because I was born to type so this would go a very long way.
iPad 2. I’m dying for a keyboard to go with my ipad.
Hello, I have the iPad and I’m a clumsy typer and I find using the screen keyboard frustrating. I am constantly having to go back and correct letters. I need the keyboard just to ease my frustration. Thanks for a great giveaway!
iPad the First. I want to be able to type faster
iPad 2. This just sounds awesome and I’d love to type full speed in all my apps :-)
I could use this on my Ipad2
iPad 2; I want one for traveling when my ipad is all I have.
Like everyone else, the integrated bluetooth keyboard would be a total win since the soft keyboard can be tough. iPad 2 please!
I have an iPad 1 and while I don’t mind the touch screen for small amounts of typing, anything more than a couple of sentences is annoying to do! It would be great to have a small keyboard for quicker use. :)
Ipad 2 and I need a new case because the skins I picked up are inadequate and the bluetooth keyboard is a super bonus
I need this for my iPad 2 because its basically my netbook and email is a pain without a keyboard.
I have an Ipad 2 and i have honestly been looking for a good case, I was a bit concerned about some of the high prices for seemingly (Crappy) cases, I got frustrated purchased a $10 case thinking it would do the job. It does the job alright like a drunken bum, its horrible there aren’t any holes for my camera, its slippery material which makes me fear for my pads personal safetly. The plastic peace that holds it in place is already bending and warping out of place…. I looked this up and I would love one of these the pictures suggest that this is exactly what I need, maybe I can get my wife on the bandwagon if i win it too.
Thanks for the fun giveaway. I also have an Ipad2 and this case would perfectly work for me when I’m on the road!
Need may be a bit strong, but like everyone else, I could use a more complete keyboard from time to time. iPad 2 please!
Hello. I have an ipad 2 and would like to win this giveaway so I can protect my toy in style.
So many giveaways for Ipads around so its nice to see some accessory swag for those of us who bought already ;-) Anyways, ipad 2; need it because my fingers are often too fat for the on-screen one.
Nice review and givewaway! I’d love an ipad 2 case because I’m still using my laptop backback for my ipad, and am super worried I’m going to mess it up unless I get a more intelligent case soon.
I want this, just to prove to my husband that I can win something from Facebook!
I have an ipad2 and I need this to make it more useful for writing articles. I’d have to hide it until my 18 year old leaves for college though, since she’d want it.
Sounds like a good case. I bought a cheap keyboard for my iPad 2, but its real dissapointing. I hope to win this case and have the awesome case/keyboard comobo!
I would love to win this for my husbands iPad 1 so that he can better efficiently use his iPad for school use. Right now he downloads e-books to his iPad to help with the cost of books at school. Adding in the keyboard would do wonders for him in class to jot down notes while the professor is lecturing. Thanks for the chance!
I don’t have an iPad, my husband does, and I would love (need) to win this for him since the case he has is cheap and a POS!
I’ve got an iPad 2 and want this case for its style and functionality.
What an awesome sounding case. I want one for my ipad 2 because I travel all the time and having a case/keyboard combo would be super convenient.
I don’t have an iPad (woe!) but my best friend does, and I’d love to win this for her so she can blog more and do more with her iPad!
I have an iPad2, but I *just* got it and haven’t even opened up the box yet! I am not accustomed to typing on a flat surface.
I totally need this for my iPad 2 to convert the device into a pseudo netbook when I need it.
iPad 2. Want a new case because I bought a cheap $20 one and need something more durable and stylish for my expensive device.
What a perfect compliment my iPad 2! I’ve read reviews for integrated case and keyboards online and this one sounds great. Sign me up!
My daughter has an iPad, and I need this to give to her so it will be safer for her to carry it to college classes.
I foolishly have all passwords with numbers characters and symbols, so the soft keyboard can be difficult. Oh, and ipad 2, please! Thanks!
I have an iPad. I would love a keyboard to go with it to show my husband that now this functions just like my laptop! He always said you don’t need that you can’t even type on it! So I need to prove him wrong! Lol!!
Wow, great giveaway. I have an iPad 2 and want this case because it sounds great and I could the elevation to completley functional too.
i have an ipad and this would be super useful when I’m jotting down lists!
I would love this for my iPad 2 because typing on it for an extended email is a pain!
I have an Ipad 2, I need this because Im having medial patellofemoral ligament reconstruction as well as having the bone under my knee cap cut in half and moved over a couple millimeters on Monday. Needless to day Im going to be bed ridden for a good long time and having this would make it so much easier on me for using my Ipad 2 in bed.
I have an iPad2. I’d use it as a case and keyboard. This almost makes the laptop obsolete.
This keyboard would be great for using my Ipad at work, designing websites and working on servers
my mom just got a ipad, this would make the experience much better. She new to the hole touch controls.
I would love this to score major points with my husband. Major. Points. He’s getting an iPad 2 for Father’s Day, and he’s really more of a keyboard kind of guy. Even though his smart phone has a touch screen, he prefers to use the keyboard. I could really go crazy on my birthday wish list if this all comes together just right. ;)
Elected to get an iPad 2 in lieu of a replacement laptop for my old laptop. Quickly discovering I’m going to have to invest in a keyboard though in order to avoid email/facebook/text heavy frustration! Thanks!
I would use this keyboard to write a novel about portable keyboards!
ipad2, because i hate the onscreen keyboard
I have the original Ipad and right now all it is a glorified e-reader because I can’t stand typing on it.I am a writer too, so it really would be lovely to actually write on the go.
I have an original iPad. I’d use the keyboard for grading and to help my son learn how to type.
Looks like something that I would fine VERY USEFUL for my iPad2 in my classroom!
I have a regular iPad (original) and would use it to do work and emails since I am starting a real estate and insurance business. When I travel, it is next to impossible to use my iPad and touch type. It takes so long and is so frustrating. This would help so much!
I have the original iPad. I work from home on it and the on screen keyboard is a pain when typing Excel formulas, emails, everything!
Thanks :)
Michelle
michellehall@mail.com
Believe it or not, my kids and I sit in our rooms at night and talk to each other and post on Fac@boo*. Lol and When we really need something, well then we call each other….I could really use this! It would be great! Thanks (Original)LOL
I would give it to my friend elle whose birthday is coming up. she uses her ipad for everything – especially keeping track of her very busy schedule as a hair specialist and tattooist
I have an iPad2, I need the keyboard to make my internet use more effective and efficient
For a Ipad2..thanks
I have an ipad. The keyboard would make it easier to type emails!
dgtwight at sbcglobal dot net
i have the first iPad and think this case is more convinient, i just don’t like dirty screen
We dont have an ipad so may be time to head out to get one
I have an iPad2. I love my iPad. I do use it for games, but mostly I use it when seeing patients (ie accessing medication information, demonstrating disease processes through anatomical pictures, etc.) There are a lot of awesome iPad apps out there designed for medical professionals. I try to be as speedy as possible for my patients, but often times I just can’t get to the information I need fast enough due to reduced typing speed with the onscreen keyboard. I would be able to increase my productivity AND be able to reduce waiting times for my patients. Plus, with the onscreen keyboard I end up with way too many typos, which unfortunately in emails to colleagues makes me look far less intelligent than I actually am. Please make me faster with my patients and appear smarter in my emails!
I forgot to mention one thing- my workplace is currently looking at getting iPads to use when we begin using electronic medical records. There is one rather opinionated naysayer whose biggest contention to using iPads is their lack of a portable keyboard. I would love to show this individual the ease of the iPad when also using the case/keyboard product and erase any possible doubts of using the iPad for our clinic.
i have an ipad and i need this keyboard because the touch screen gets old when i am doing a lot of typing
This would make writing emails so easy on my iPad 2
I have an iPad2, and the keyboard would make it so much easier to type on then always using the screen. It would make it more stable, also.
I’m a college student with an Ipad 2 and having one of these bluetooth keyboards will make taking notes during class much easier than using an on screen keyboard.
I have an iPad2 and I need a keyboard because I have a hard time typing on the screen.