Belkin launches iPad Mini keyboard

A new product from Belkin offers greater protection to users' 7.9-inch iPad Mini tablets as well as easier typing with fewer mistakes.

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A new product from Belkin offers greater protection to users' 7.9-inch iPad Mini tablets as well as easier typing with fewer mistakes.

When people compare the iPad with the Microsoft Surface, Surface fans will point to the fact that their tablet has a built-in kickstand and that its cover doubles as a keyboard.

Belkin has just rendered that argument moot. Connecting via Bluetooth, the Belkin Portable Keyboard Case offers a laptop typing experience and, when used in conjunction with the included folio, doubles as a flat-folding tablet cover and tablet stand.

Charged via USB cable, the keyboard can operate for 155 hours between charges and features a range of iPad Mini-specific shortcut keys to improve productivity.

Available for pre-order from Amazon, the Belkin Portable Keyboard Case will be officially available at the end of November, priced at $79.99.