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Category: Wireless Phone Accessory
Brand: Freedom
Model: 66036FKB
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Buyer be ware. As advertised, this keyboard does NOT work with iPhone4 and the new OS4.1!!! Apples web site on the OS4.1 says that OS4.1 on the iPhone works with a bluetooth keyboard and which must mean only the Apple one. i-connex has NO technical support either. I finally, after a very long look at their web site, found an email form and sent in a request to find out what is going on with this. That was 3 days ago.
Outside of that major flaw, the keyboard is a bit smaller then full sized but something that could be easily adjusted to, looks sleek, nice pack and durable enough for most use. Do not know how long it will last as I have to return it.
Freedom 66036FKB Review by J. Reid
I once owned a folding BT keyboard (the Stowaway by iGo - super slim with metal casing). Upon getting my iPhone, I figured I would use that. But, it had sat around awhile, and several keys didn't work, so I needed to set out and get a new one. The iGo Stowaway is a GREAT keyboard, but discontinued and expensive if you can find it. The JKL keys not working seemed to be an acknowledged problem, perhaps due to cable breakage at the folding mechanism.
I waffled between the Apple Bluetooth and the Freedom iConnex folding. I bought both to sample, and am returning one.
Both have their pluses and minuses. This review compares the two (and specifically as a practical >>>portable<<< keyboard). This is being used on a jailbroken iPhone 3G.
Apple:
PRO:
>>Super Slim (about 1/4", except at the battery casing)
>>Lightweight (same exact weight as the iConnex - 10.6 oz)
>>nearly full size keyboard
>>standard size space bar and dual shift keys
>>Beautiful Sleek styling
>>Connects every time. No pairing needed after intial pairing.
>>Nice slope
CON:
>>It's a bit long to be carrying everywhere. (11"x5.25")
>>Keys are unprotected when traveling
>>Not all the function keys work on the iPhone (not originally intended for the iPhone)
iConnex:
PRO:
>>Folds in half, has a nice stiff leather case
>>Appears "ready to travel"
>>nearly full size keyboard (except the space, shift and numbers)
>>Lightweight (10.7 oz in the case)
>>Non-descript black glossy plastic
>>Built in iPhone/mobile phone "easle"
>>One of the best prices for a folding keyboard. ($69)
CON:
>>A bit thick when folded and in it's case, about an inch.
>>Does not seem to connect every time to iPhone. And when it did, I needed to re-enter a new pairing number every time.
>>Very small shift and space bar. This is a killer. You use those keys so much, expecially the space bar. Small numeric keys (not a real big problem for me)
>>Hinge seems a little bit less than sturdy. When 'locked' open, it still has a bit of play. You will not want to type with this on your lap, instead use a hard surface.
Both these keyboards can be found for the same price. For me, I choose the Apple Bluetooth keyboard. It is so thin, and has a metal chassis (on top - white plastic below), I think it will survive travel. I will need to provide a slip case for it though. The touch type of the Apple was much better, just like a full size laptop. Keys had a nice spacing between them. The iConnex keys, though a tiny bit larger, have no space between them. The iConnex keys have more travel than the chicklet keys of the Apple. I like the whole folding concept (and was a fan of it before), but the iConnex just seems not quite sturdy enough.
i-Connex's connection issues, slightly wobbly hinge, and small space bar were more of a detriment to me than the Apple's longer and unprotected keyboard.
Please remember, I am reviewing this as a portable keyboard, so some of these issues with Apple would be moot. If you are going to just 'throw' this into your gym or carry on bag, then perhaps the folding iConnex in a case is a better choice. My connection issues may be due to my use of a jailbreak. iPhone 4 users might not experience this.
Freedom 66036FKB Review by David Simpson (Berwyn, PA USA)
Recently, I bought my first data phone, the IPhone 3GS, and prepared to venture into the world of social networking: Facebook, Twitter, texting, etc. But I found using the touch screen a rather slow way to go about entering my messages. Searching on-line for a Bluetooth keyboard, I discovered the Freedom I-Connex.
When closed, and packed in its protective case, it's about the size of a paperback book, and it fits easily into a purse or the pocket of a backpack. When opened, it is slightly smaller than a full-size desktop keyboard.
The instructions for setting it up were clear and simple. It works as advertised. And texting has become--well, not quite a breeze, but almost. The "almost" results from the fact that, since the keyboard must fold, there is a slight gap between the left and right sides of the keyboard, and because there are a couple of keys between the Escape key (top left) and the number #1 key. For a touch typist, this means that the usual position of the #1 above the "q" key, the #2 above the "w," and so on, is scuttled. Also, perhaps because of the hinge in the middle, there are two Spacebar keys--left and right, of course--and they don't always seem to respond to a quick pressure from the thumb. I have to be careful to check that spaces are entered where I want them.
But, all in all, I'm very pleased with the purchase and have no problem recommending it to others.
Freedom 66036FKB Details
- 6 Dedicated keys for media controls.
- Control and function keys allow control of your mobile device from the keyboard. Separate LED indicators to show power and connection status.
- Also Compatible with: Windows Mobile 6.1 and 6.5 (with built in HID support), Playstation 3, Windows, Mac and linux based laptops, PC's, tablets and netbooks, All other devices that have built in support for HID Bluetooth keyboards.
- HID Profile - Used for connecting to iPad and iPhone 3Gs and 4G & latest generation iPod touch running OS 4.0 and above as well as Symbian and Windows Mobile Smartphones with built in HID keyboard support.
- Can also be connected to many HID compatible devices which have keyboard support such as Playstations 3's, Netbooks, Laptop's and PC's.
- Uses two AAA batteries for long life (Over 90 hours use and 3000 hours standby) and ease of replacement (Included).
- The Freedom i-Connex Keyboard is compatible with a large range of devices which have built in HID support for Bluetooth keyboards: Apple iPad, Apple iPhone 3Gs and 4 and the latest generation iPod Touch running the 4.0 OS, BlackBerry PlayBook
- Comes with elegant storage case and Pull out, folding, device stand.
- Item Dimensions: 4 x 1 x 6 inches; 1 pounds
- Brand: Freedom
- Model: 66036FKB
- Product Type: Wireless Phone Accessory
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