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Targus - VersaType with Power Bank and Backlit Keys 4-in-1 Keyboard Case for Apple® iPad® Air and iPad Air 2 - Gunmetal

Model: THZ588US
SKU: 8570007
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  • Key Specs
    • Model Compatibility: Apple iPad Air (1st Generation), Apple iPad Air 2
  • General
    • Product Name: VersaType with Power Bank and Backlit Keys 4-in-1 Keyboard Case for Apple® iPad® Air and iPad Air 2
    • Brand: Targus
    • Material: Polycarbonate
    • Lining Material: Plastic
    • Model Number: THZ588US
    • Color: Gunmetal
  • Compatibility
    • Brand Compatibility: Apple
    • Model Compatibility: Apple iPad Air (1st Generation), Apple iPad Air 2
  • Design
    • Case Style: Keyboard folio
    • Design: Solid Color
    • Camera Cutout(s): true
  • Performance
    • Shock Absorbent: true (Features materials and/or design intended to absorb shock for some degree of protection from damage.)
    • Impact Resistant: true
    • Maximum Drop Height Of Impact Resistance: 4 feet
    • Water Resistant: false (Resists some degree of water penetration.)
  • Features
    • Integrated Stand: true
    • Port Style: Open
    • Screen Protection: true
  • Warranty
    • Manufacturer's Warranty - Parts: None
    • Manufacturer's Warranty - Labor: 1 year limited
  • Other
    • UPC: 092636311834

This Targus VersaType THZ588US case features a built-in keyboard and stand and 4 usage modes, so you can easily type, read and view content on your Apple iPad Air or iPad Air 2 while protecting it against damage.

  • Compatible with Apple iPad Air and iPad Air 2: For a precise fit.
  • Power Bank: Offers a rechargeable battery backup, so you can easily charge your phone or use the keyboard while on the go.
  • Backlit keys: Make it easy to type in low-light conditions.
  • Protection mode: Creates an impact-resistant, shock-absorbent design to safeguard against drops up to 4'. Polycarbonate material with a plastic lining shields your device.
  • Typing mode: Allows you to use the built-in keyboard for a laptop-like typing experience.
  • Viewing mode: Enables you to use the integrated stand to prop up your device, so you can enjoy a comfortable view of movies and other media.
  • Reading mode: Lets you comfortably read displayed content.
  • Friction hinge: Allows secure closure.
Whats Included
  • Owner's manual
  • Rechargeable NiCad battery, USB charging cable
  • VersaType with Power Bank and Backlit Keys 4-in-1 Keyboard Case for Apple iPad Air and iPad Air 2

Q: Stable on lap/table?

A: I haven't had that happen, but if I angle it to far then it'll tip over; like anything else. Or to avoid that from happening I just put something behind the top to keep it from tiping over.

Q: Is there an on/off option for the backlit keys?

A: Yes with the tap of a key!

Q: Can you detach the keyboard?

A: No, this model is not detachable. It's rotatational( it able to turn) you can use like a laptop or like a book( kindle).

Q: Is this designed for the iPad Air?

A: Yes, fits nice and snug with my iPad Air 2. I understand it will just as well with iPad Air.

Q: What is the difference between this keyboard (THZ588US) the THZ621US? Both are sold on Amazon. Aside from the THZ621US saying it also fits the 9.7 inch iPad Pro is there any additional feature? It is twice as much as the THZ588US.

A: If you're asking because you own an iPad air 2 and not a 9.7" iPad pro you should get the THZ588US. That's my opinion & that's what i did. Upon visually comparing the 588 & 621 cases in store (around early July) I really couldn't see a difference but, If you own an iPad pro, the 588 may not fit it. I did not bother to compare specs so battery or other internal components improvements may exist but I honestly don't know about that. But price difference did not seem worth it. When i went back to the store recently the 588 had been cleared out & is no longer available in store. Best Buy, as of this writing, has the 588 @ less than 60 bucks online. My guess is that Targus did this purely for marketing purposes so they could make it seem like a new product. I'm almost certain i saw stickers added to the 588 packaging (when it was available) saying it fits the iPad pro 9.7 but maybe I'm remembering wrong.

Q: does the keyboard automatically shut down when you close it? or do you have to select the "on-off" switch each time?

A: the key board does time out when you close the case. the battery for the key board last a long time. i rarely turn the key board off.

Q: Charging does not show a light

A: Hello, Not sure if its defective or not, Mines does not have a light either.