Review: Makes the Kindle Fire a bit heavier, but useful if you need that keyboard.
Rating: 4 out of 5
Date: 03 10, 2014
This item will appeal to some people, but it may be too much weight for those of you who are perfectly happy using the on-screen keyboard on the Kindle Fire.The keys are solid, with good action. The case itself has a sturdy built. I can say with confidence that this case will definitely provide some great protection for the Kindle Fire. Charging and syncing the keyboard isn't a problem, either. Belkin's experience in this area has made it easy for beginners and pros alike to get set up and going.The keyboard is a mini keyboard. Don't expect full-sized keys or a traditional layout, here. However, you do get used to it, even as a touch-typist, though you will find yourself making some mistakes as you would with any new style of keyboard. If you're more the hunt-n-peck type, you may be happier with the on-screen keyboard as I don't see the physical keyboard speeding things up for you. If you're experienced with ultrabooks and smaller laptops, you'll adapt in no time.The keyboard is not separate from the case, by the way. It's built-in, so the weight is there, whether you need the keyboard or not.My Final Verdict: While this isn't the slimmest, lightest choice in keyboards cases out there, it's a great option and I'd have to say it's worth giving it a shot. At the very least you get a very protective, form-fitting case, and if you get used to the smaller keyboard arrangement, you may find your productivity rising a bit.