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[Nexus 9 Accessories] Pilz:
Some people will, after all people are stupid enough to by an ipad for $900. I think it will sell, but no in any large volumes. I am buying the folio case because for $40 its not a bad deal and it looks nice.
[Nexus 9 Accessories] aindow:
Here in the UK the keyboard case is £110, which is $177.01. :(
[Nexus 9 Accessories] rdelfin:
daaaaamn... $177.... If looking hard enough and have some good luck, you may even find a Nexus 7 2013 for close to that price.

And paying such a high price for a keyboard that in my opinion looks kind of generic (like many you'd see in an Amazon search), I wonder what HTC is thinking or is really offering that justify the price, because if we go by looks, this keyboard ain't it.
[Nexus 9 Accessories] mikereidis:
Note that the Nexus Player is a mere $100.

Google hasn't conquered the living room yet, so they don't mind no profit in that area.

Google doesn't care much what we say or think. All they "care" about (in aggregate) is that we're buying them.
[Nexus 9 Accessories] rdelfin:
Please stop it with this "Google is betraying us"-nonsense. They are a company just like any other company that deploys market strategies to build a brand and to monetize afterwards, just like any other, and they can sell their products at the price they see fit. It is up to you to agree or not with your wallet. Google doesn't owe us anything. Geesh!
[Nexus 9 Accessories] tyvar1:
What people need to know is that this keyboard is a mechanical keyboard, much more quality than those iPad/Logitech keyboards, I also think it's still kinda overpriced but just so you know :)
[Nexus 9 Accessories] mk92595:
It can cure ebola for all I care, its still a fkn keyboard
[Nexus 9 Accessories] IRKONIK:
How can you say this? Nobody owns this device yet. Nobody tore it down. Until then, please don't call it mechanical.
[Nexus 9 Accessories] tyvar1:
Well google says its a mechanical keyboard :)
[Nexus 9 Accessories] shady1080:
Where? Sources??
[Nexus 9 Accessories] tyvar1:
https://play.google.com/store/devices/details?id=nexus_9_keyboard_folio_black

"Closed, it protects your Nexus 9. Opened, it becomes a responsive mechanical keyboard"
[Nexus 9 Accessories] IRKONIK:
Well, Google seems to have a different definition of what a mechanical keyboard is than me.

Else the case would be a good inch thick for some nice cherry switches.
[Nexus 9 Accessories] tyvar1:
It's a different mechanical keyboard. Microsoft's Surface Pro 3 keyboard also use it :)
[Nexus 9 Accessories] shady1080:
Got the same feeling. For me a mechanical keyboard means cherry switches...
[Nexus 9 Accessories] EniGmA1987:
There are other brands that make switches than Cherry, they just suddenly became popular for some reason. The switches are well over a decade old too, the popularity just randomly came out of nowhere because a company or two got a really good marketing campaign going.
[Nexus 9 Accessories] refinition:
Mechanical like the Surface keyboard doesn't mean much, their type cover keyboard doesn't have any feedback that you'd expect form a mechanical keyboard
[Nexus 9 Accessories] laill:
The price of Google player is that low because Google put some subsidies on it , to rise and occupy the market.

For the keyboard thing, since tablet market is becoming mature, the subsidies will progressively become smaller and smaller, you can only expect the price will go up and up.

That's the game of technological product cycle.

Btw, the keyboard is still unavailable in Hong Kong Play store:(
[Nexus 9 Accessories] IRKONIK:
Cherry switches are the cheapest at the moment, so everybody buys them. Also, because of their pretty brilliant design, you can make a ton of different feeling keys in the same housing.

I would love to see some more Topre or Alp switches. But that's not going to happen. And buckling springs are pretty much dead, besides all those lovely Model Ms.
[Nexus 9 Accessories] mk92595:
Its not low. Its around the same price as its competitors
[Nexus 9 Accessories] TenderloinShadow:
I'm very interested in getting this case for this tablet, but I can't find anyplace that's currently selling it. Is it sold out already? Does it just go on sale later?
[Nexus 9 Accessories] mkygod:
Well ask yourselves why would a manufacturer put in expensive loud-ass mechanical keys for a tablet?

More likely, their definition of mechanical just means that it has individual keys that physically move up and down( ala surface pro 3 or your average laptop), rather than the rubbery type keys like you would find on a cheap roll-away keyboard.

Besides, i thought true mechanical keyboards were bulky and were something you would only see on a desktop keyboard? (correct me if I'm wrong). I don't know of any current laptop that utilizes a mechanical keyboard. Scissor switch keys would be the closest thing to it which you can find in some expensive laptops, but I don't think that qualifies it as mechanical.
[Nexus 9 Accessories] Master05:
I think by "mechanical" they just refer to the up-down movability of the buttons, that's it. Judging from the pictures there is no space for conventional desktop keyboard stuff. And honestly I'm damn fine with this as it won't be some rubber-touch crap.
[Nexus 9 Accessories] Master05:
Do we have any clue when it's gonna be released?

I'm still on hold as it comes to my playstore order of the white N9 because I want it to be shipped with the keyboard thus saving me 10 bucks for a separate order of the keyboard.

Amazon is also possible but I'm not from the U.S. so there is no exact date ( i think amazon.com had the 3rd as release date)
[Nexus 9 Accessories] MxSpyApp:
i think it 15$ for ebay
[Nexus 9 Accessories] Master05:
Is there even one person outside the U.S. that was able to preorder this Keyboard :confused:

Still shows "coming soon" at the play store and amazon GER doesn't even list it. Neither do other online/offline retailer
[Nexus 9 Accessories] ramontomzer:
http://www.androidheadlines.com/201...t-10-bluetooth-keyboards-android-tablets.html

Just going to leave this here... i know its not the official case but its a great all around alternative... also its about $30 bucks cheaper!
[Nexus 9 Accessories] bluefoam:
Not sure why I'd use that over a laptop
[Nexus 9 Accessories] JMM2009:
Unfortunately the N9 is about .70 of an inch too narrow to fit the 10 inch version, and about a full in too wide to use the 8. I was hoping it would work too
[Nexus 9 Accessories] zgroten:
Yes it doesn't fit correctly
[Nexus 9 Accessories] mcdevtingz:
Anyone know when the official keyboard is actually going to be released?
[Nexus 9 Accessories] olearyp:
Not sure. Amazon lists them as "out of stock" but I don't know that anyone actually ordered one in stock--they were never available in the Play store that I saw, and I've heard no reports of anyone getting one.

I went ahead and just ordered it on Amazon so I wouldn't have to think about it. When it shows, it shows.
[Nexus 9 Accessories] lightlytoasted:
Same here. I pre-ordered both magic cover and folio on amazon on the 21st. Then my ordered was delayed yesterday, no date...

Had it all planned out to get tablet and cases same day, not happy I have no case and no real warning.
[Nexus 9 Accessories] marctronixx:
+1,

and i even emailed an amazon rep who GUARANTEED (their words) the unit would ship for 4th delivery...:rolleyes:

woke up the next morning to see the email stating its on back order.OOS and if i wanted to give them permission to conintue holding the order..

DA EFF? well yeah, you have me by the balls now with the bait and switch shenanigans ....:confused:
[Nexus 9 Accessories] mcdevtingz:
Neither the case or keyboard are even on amazon UK
[Nexus 9 Accessories] lightlytoasted:
Where the heck are the damn cases. Seemed like they had release all ready to go and then they vanished. Grrrrrrr

My tablet is naked.
[Nexus 9 Accessories] mkygod:
Something tells me im going to be carrying it around in a pillowcase until something good comes along.
[Nexus 9 Accessories] marctronixx:
Update on HTC official case through Amazon...

received an email about the HTC folio case ordered from Amazon.

Initially I ordered it as it was in stock then the day of its release, it showed OOS.

Amazon rep stated it was because they ran out of stock as orders were getting fulfilled.

however, last night i again reached out to find an update on this case and received this:

they compensated me a gift card code and I already had free overnight ship from the initial inquiry as to why they suddenly went OOS.
[Nexus 9 Accessories] codeman05:
Well that royally sucks. Was hoping to get the folio in before a trip next week...guess that's no longer in the cards.
[Nexus 9 Accessories] pendragon11:
Wonder what the quality control issue was...
[Nexus 9 Accessories] zxd3:
Does anyone know of any universal case/cover that has a stand capability that would work that is available now and could ship relatively quickly? I plan on (partially) using this for class, so I need something with a stand.
[Nexus 9 Accessories] mk92595:
I'm using this: SUNYEE (TM) Universal 9-inch Faux leather Folio Stand Flip Protection Guard carrying Case Cover with magnet button For 9-inch Android Tablet PC (SUNYEE Red) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00L9HR2TK/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_9Afxub1WW1TX0

Opening does not wake up the tab tho
[Nexus 9 Accessories] zxd3:
Thanks! I will pick this up, I don't care about the wake I just need a cover with a stand.
[Nexus 9 Accessories] EvanVanVan:
Whether it's the official keyboard case or a third party (preferably Logitech) one, I can't wait to get some kind of keyboard on this thing. I've tried the Logitech iPad one, it's mad useful.
[Nexus 9 Accessories] bengrendon:
Hopefully these are out of stock as they are redesigning it to include a backlight which at this price it should have.
[Nexus 9 Accessories] a.vandelay:
if this came with the nexus 9 for $400... hello surface killer, at least for the non-business crowd.
[Nexus 9 Accessories] mbirth:
Is anybody else concerned the display of the N9 might look like this after a while with this cover?

And with those Folio cases, if you use them as a stand, the INSIDE material is wrapped inside out and makes direct contact with the surface of the table/floor/wherever you put it. So it's a nice dust catcher, too, which then "massages" it into your display.
[Nexus 9 Accessories] jonneymendoza:
Maybe that's why the cases got recalled
[Nexus 9 Accessories] ericplatham:
I was thinking some inexpensive case or sleeve with this keyboard. Waiting to get a little more feedback on the keyboard though.

Logitech K480
[Nexus 9 Accessories] marctronixx:
Update on official keyboard case from amazon...

i was given some credit for my next purchase on amazon due to the delay of this device.

some of you who ordered early may also get an email about this...
[Nexus 9 Accessories] KinetiClutch:
Frustratingly, the Official Keyboard still isn't on UK Amazon. Even to pre-order or as out-of stock
[Nexus 9 Accessories] joshzx:
You should at least make a custom case like me...in the custom nexus 9 case thread
[Nexus 9 Accessories] pendragon11:
I could be crazy, but is it possible magnet placement in our beloved N9s made it difficult for keyboard covers to maintain a grip?
[Nexus 9 Accessories] lightlytoasted:
Could be why the folio was recalled, but why was the magic cover also recalled...

Whoever's fault it is though, I hate them real bad
[Nexus 9 Accessories] Master05:
Nexus 9 Keyboard Folio Hits US Play Store For $129, Leaves Warehouse In 1-2 Business Days

http://www.androidpolice.com/2014/1...or-129-leaves-warehouse-in-1-2-business-days/

If anyone in the U.S. dares to order, reviews are highly appreciated :)
[Nexus 9 Accessories] Skid71:
Ordered one a few minutes ago for the Mrs. Still no magic cover case available yet.
[Nexus 9 Accessories] marctronixx:
'bout #$%% TIME!!!!!!

WOW THANK YOU!!!!!

just cancelled my amazon preorder and ordered here! will for sure post my thoughts on it....
[Nexus 9 Accessories] pendragon11:
Awesome, thanks
[Nexus 9 Accessories] mkygod:
msg removed (wrong thread)
[Nexus 9 Accessories] CaspaTheGhost:
Meh, no UK yet...

Sent from my Nexus 9
[Nexus 9 Accessories] marctronixx:
headed my way...

just received my tracking data for this case. due to turkey day it will arrive on friday.
[Nexus 9 Accessories] kyyummy:
Not quite as expected

I just got the keyboard case from the Play Store. The magnets are not enough to hold the tablet in place opened or closed. In fact, sometimes it feels like the magnets repel the tablet around the fold. When it's closed, a third of the flap stays bent outwards leaving a gap between it and the tablet. When it's open, the tablet shakes precariously as you type and falls right off if you're not on a flat surface. The whole thing feels cheap and flimsy. A $5 Moko cover offers more protection and works as a better kickstand than this. Put the tablet in the case and it'll make you want a rubber band to keep it together.

I was planning to exchange my N9 anyway due to the light bleed, but I've been holding out for the LTE version. I need a keyboard, hence the case despite being overpriced. But now that the folio doesn't protect the tablet at all and the keys feel cheap, I might as well carry a separate keyboard like the Logitech K810. If I can return the N9 I'm going to get the NVIDIA Shield LTE instead. All the latest software without any of this.

PS: The keyboard doesn't even come with a USB cord for charging. Cheapness to the Nth degree.
[Nexus 9 Accessories] rolrctermaniac:
FINALLY. Geez, been waiting an eternity for this case. Just ordered it today
[Nexus 9 Accessories] marctronixx:
Tell me about it! Been waiting for over a month.

Been carrying it in an incase sleeve wrapped in a hand towel ;)

I just like having a keyboard but it's more a novelty than a hard core need.
[Nexus 9 Accessories] pendragon11:
Really weak magnets... it's sliding all over the place...

EDIT

As a case it seems pretty poor. the magnets are so weak i'm worried to open it while holding it, keep putting it down firsyt. and who needs 2 emoji keys? i thought this was for productivity, not texting...

decent keys but tiny. overall, i'm worried about this. been excited for months for the keyboard tab combo, but it seems lacking...

i really think the magnets should be styrong enough to hold the weight of the keyboard itself.... just picking up the tablet drops the case.
[Nexus 9 Accessories] dfox123:
Mine came in today. So far, works as expected. Magnets seem to hold fine. I wish it would turn off automatically when tablet is removed. I have to manually turn off BT to use on-screen keyboard.
[Nexus 9 Accessories] marctronixx:
typing on the keyboard as i make this post. love this setup in everyway. no issues with magnets ot any flaps on the device.

something i just noticed that may be common sense,

i have a metal stand that i sat this folio on. the case of course stuck to the metal of the stand here but it also prevented the keyboard from working properly with the tablet.

once i slipped a notepad underneath, the keyboard started working as normal.

This may be common sense but I thought it was worth mentioning. :)

this setup is super awesome. Worth the wait.

edit: picked up a Microsoft sculpt mouse and now this setup is boss!!
[Nexus 9 Accessories] Master05:
Why is the software keyboard visible on the pic?

Besides that I really hope the quality is sufficient...
[Nexus 9 Accessories] doulos4God1:
sleep-to-wake

I'm unable to get the tablet to sleep-to-wake without pressing a key. Am I missing something?
[Nexus 9 Accessories] marctronixx:
whilst in the case?

i have no issues with the tab waking up upon opening up the cover to reveal the tabs screen. i am of course stock and not rooted. first run batch nex 9 from goog.
[Nexus 9 Accessories] pendragon11:
i want to be able to use the onscreen keyboard while detached. perhaps a way to set it to onscreen keyboard while in portrait with bt on?

also, after getting used to it for a few days, it's growing on me. certainly don't rely on the magnets to carry the tab, but they are decently sturdy. seriously though, 2 emoji keys?

would be nice to otg usb on it, then bt over to it. doubt that's even remotely possible though

EDIT:

anyone know a good sleeve for the combo?
[Nexus 9 Accessories] tzuyang:
Anymore reviews on this official case?

Cheers
[Nexus 9 Accessories] marctronixx:
what specifically do you want to know? im having a blast with it. magnets are doing their job. i have not had to charge the keyboard since the first day i put it in to service. does not interfere with any other functions of the tablet. takes .000002 seconds to remove the tab from the magnetic case..

i mean, help me to help you. what areas are you concerned about?
[Nexus 9 Accessories] tzuyang:
more so just general impressions.

do you have a glass screen protector on it? i wonder if that will interfere with the magnets much?

if you held the tablet, would the case fall off?

if you held the case, would the tablet fall out?

cheers
[Nexus 9 Accessories] mhannigan:
Found it for $87!

I dont know if this is a mistake, or if it's an intentional sale. Either way, I dont know how long it will be there for $87 - it may be gone by the time you read this, but it's worh checking. I just ordered mine.

HTC Nexus 9 Keyboard Folio for $87

http://bitli.es/n9kbd
[Nexus 9 Accessories] marctronixx:
no screen protector. the magnets are rather strong so it does not seem like the screen protector will interfere.

the magnets are new and as of now they are strong. i had the folio case on a metal stand and it stuck to the stand like crazy glue.

the tablet is fairly light in the loafers and would stay put in the case. if you vigorously shake the case its possible the tablet may jolt a loose. usual/typical handling of the product i dont see it falling away from the case.

as posted above amazon has it for 40 bucks off (OOS at the moment). try it out. return if you dont like it. easy peasy lemon squeezy.. :good::p
[Nexus 9 Accessories] dfox123:
Updated information

I've been using the Folio/Keyboard for over a week now. One thing I just discovered. If you drag it across the NFC spot it will unpair the keyboard. That way you can use the on-screen keyboard. Drag it across again, and the keyboard is paired again.

The keyboard will also disconnect by itself after one hour of not typing on it. If that happens, it will re-pair again as soon as you type again.
[Nexus 9 Accessories] pendragon11:
Nice, i was wondering why it would sometimes disconnext. Ill give the nfc trixk a go as soon as i'm home
[Nexus 9 Accessories] dfox123:
I've had the keyboard folio since late November. I'm getting used to the small keyboard, but I noticed when I typed "a" I sometimes got "sa". I assumed it was just my fat fingers. Then today, the "a" key quit working at all.

To Google Play's credit (I purchased it from them), one phone call and I was sent an RMA and a link to order a replacement with free shipping. I even get next-day shipping.
[Nexus 9 Accessories] TriadX1:
BTW, HTC has all accessories 50% off today including the keyboard Folio. I just ordered 2 of them. They are still in stock as of a few minutes ago.
[Nexus 9 Accessories] TriadX1:
First of all, I am really liking this keyboard. I have found one issue that kind of bugs me. The Bluetooth name is null, so all you see is the address. That in itself is not a big issue, but is causing me some problems.

I wanted to use Tasker or llama to switch from the SwiftKey keyboard to the Google keyboard when using the physical keyboard to get rid of the stupid predictive text thing that Swiftkey adds when using a physical keyboard. Then when I am not using this keyboard, have a task that switches back to SwiftKey. But Tasker and Llama cannot identify the keyboard by Bluetooth due to the null name. Actually it causes Llama to crash complexly is it is not expecting a null name...

Anyone have any idea if the keyboard firmware is updatable via the MicroUSB?
[Nexus 9 Accessories] bailyc:
I can't answer your question, but mine is listed in Bluetooth settings as 'Nexus Keyboard' and most definitely has a unique name. I am not sure how you would be able to get its name to appear.
[Nexus 9 Accessories] smartphonet:
I changed the name of my keyboard to... err..... Nexus Keyboard in the bluetooth device settings.

I also set it to uk english so the @ and " keys are correct, I'be also found the # key, but it's where the back slash key is. And how do I get the euro symbol? It's the 3rd one on the 4 key, but the alt key or any combo I've tried don't seem to work.

Any ideas?
[Nexus 9 Accessories] abdoz88:
the image is too big.
[Nexus 9 Accessories] Taomyn:
AltGr+4 works for me, pretty standard for a UK keyboard
[Nexus 9 Accessories] PaisanNYC:
I really hope it comes back in stock on htc.com. I have a $50 off accessory coupon from HTC support, and I would love to use it on the keyboard folio.
[Nexus 9 Accessories] PaisanNYC:
The Keyboard Folio is back in stock on HTC.com. If anyone had a $50 discount code like I did, order it now before it goes back out of stock!
[Nexus 9 Accessories] vido.ardes:
I have just received my nexus 9 and the keyboard along with it, and I have to say I am absolutely in love with it. I genuinely think I am going to replace my laptop, I have my IDE that does HTML, CSS, LESS & JScript (Quoda), I have my messaging app we use at work (slack), we already use Google apps for business so I am sorted with email & calendar and I have been using keep, docs and sheets for a while anyway.

The keyboard itself feels really responsive and easy to type on, much easier than I was expecting and I have very quickly learned to use it without typos. Yes it is a little expensive, but I got it for £70 (£40 less than the play store) and I really think it will let me not buy a new laptop. I have a few meetings coming up so I will be using it as my main note taking device, and I will deliberately try working on it to see how I get on. I need to find a good GIT client to integrate with bitbucket, bit OT but anyone got any suggestions?
[Nexus 9 Accessories] cornelious2:
I agree the magnets are super strong and the keyboard is a joy to type on.
[Nexus 9 Accessories] vido.ardes:
I had no idea that a mouse would work with Android. I dug out my old MS Bluetooth Notebook Mouse 5000 and it connect straight away, works like a charm. I really can now avoid getting a laptop, and given that this whole setup cost less than £400 it's a lot better than an equivalent laptop would have been, and I can use it as a straight up tablet if I want! So happy with my purchase right now!

I have the same issue, not sure why, but you can rename it in the bluetooth settings. My MS mouse however showed up with the correct name out the box, you'd think the official accessory would have better compatibility!

Did you ever find a sleeve that works with the keyboard case on? I think it would be the perfect addition, I'm looking at the shocksock cases but I can't work out what size I would need
[Nexus 9 Accessories] jason-tech-uk:
Nice but judging by the prices i'm seeing, it's way to expensive. Can probably pick one up on ebay or amazon for less.
[Nexus 9 Accessories] PaisanNYC:
Good luck getting the OEM HTC case for much cheaper. Maybe Amazon once in a blue moon, but pretty much around $120 everywhere. To me, its so nice, its worth the investment.
[Nexus 9 Accessories] cmscritic:
This is a great keyboard folio. I was hesitant with some of the complaints here but I think it does a great job, the magnets are strong and as long as you use common sense and hold everything (when closed) so that the binding is out, there's no reason I can see how the tablets going to slip out and smash on the floor, I'd be nervous doing that with any case so I think common sense needs to come into play there. All in all, great KB ,great setup.