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iPad 11inch Magic keyboard 2020 vs 2021

I have 2018 iPad pro 11inch, and I'm considering to buy new magic keyboard (2021 black) as I have a space grey iPad, is the 2021 magic keyboard 11inch identical to the older version, or there is any difference? And how can I differentiate the old model from the new model (2021)

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Posted on May 11, 2021 9:18 PM

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Posted on May 12, 2021 2:39 AM

For the 11” models of iPad Pro, the Magic Keyboard for iPad is unchanged between the 2020 and 2021 models of iPad Pro. Electrical interface specifications for the Smart connector and physical dimensions of iPad are similarly identical.


For the 12.9” models of iPad Pro, physical dimensions (thickness of the iPad/screen) has slightly increased. Whilst the 2020 Magic Keyboard is electrically compatible with the 2021 iPad Pro, the keyboard cannot be fully closed. As such, a revised model of Magic Keyboard for iPad has been released that accommodates both the 2020 and 2021 iPad Pro 12.9”.

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May 12, 2021 2:39 AM in response to humaidahs

For the 11” models of iPad Pro, the Magic Keyboard for iPad is unchanged between the 2020 and 2021 models of iPad Pro. Electrical interface specifications for the Smart connector and physical dimensions of iPad are similarly identical.


For the 12.9” models of iPad Pro, physical dimensions (thickness of the iPad/screen) has slightly increased. Whilst the 2020 Magic Keyboard is electrically compatible with the 2021 iPad Pro, the keyboard cannot be fully closed. As such, a revised model of Magic Keyboard for iPad has been released that accommodates both the 2020 and 2021 iPad Pro 12.9”.

iPad 11inch Magic keyboard 2020 vs 2021

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