![]() It has the obvious downside of being less straightforward for immediate use and takes up more desk space, but exhibits many positives which the Apple version lacks. This seemed like a regressive design choice initially but, after racking up dozens of hours using this case, it is more of a mixed picture. Logitech have taken a different path, instead of clever hinges the Combo Touch requires a flip out stand to prop the iPad up. Apple offer a stand-free cantilever design with double loaded hinge, that was and continues to be an impressive synergy of form and function. Where the literal standout difference between these two cases presents, is in the way the Logitech Combo Touch keyboard case props itself up. Now the same certainly cannot be said for the soft touch material Apple have used on their case, which requires frequent weekly cleaning due to it getting greasy and the fact it is overly prone to static dust attraction. Logitech opted to use a woven fabric finish, and with over a month of daily usage under the Logitech’s belt, it dawned on us that it hadn’t required any cleaning and looked and felt exactly as it did when it came through our door. Where things depart from the Apple take on the hybrid notebook formula, is with the case material. It boasts a full sized chiclet styled keyboard, slightly wider trackpad and it doesn’t require any batteries to operate, thanks to it using the wireless Apple Smart Connector (no Bluetooth here). Unsurprisingly the Logitech Combo Touch draws many parallels with the Apple Magic Keyboard Case. ![]() So we’ve pitted the two against each other to determine which hybrid tablet/notebook solution is worthy of your iPad’s attention. Priced at £199, such a significant saving will no doubt be alluring to prospective purchasers. This version features a full size keyboard, wide trackpad and it's £129 cheaper than Apple’s Magic Keyboard case. Logitech have now created a version of the Combo Touch keyboard case for the largest sized 12.9” iPad Pro (also available for the 11” Pro and 10.9” Air).
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