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Can I connect this via bluetooth to my macbook pro?

Magic Keyboard for iPad Pro 11-inch (3rd generation) and iPad Air (4th generation) - US English 


Can I connect this to my Macbook Pro via Bluetooth?

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Posted on Jun 21, 2021 12:26 PM

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Posted on Jun 21, 2021 4:54 PM

Apple, somewhat confusingly, uses the “Magic Keyboard” name to describe multiple keyboards in its product portfolio.


The Magic Keyboard for iPad is specifically designed to connect with compatible models of iPad using the iPad Smart Connector. This is a three-contact electrical connection on the rear panel of the iPad that mates with three corresponding contacts on the keyboard.


By contrast, the “Magic Keyboard”, principally designed for Mac computers, is a standalone Bluetooth Keyboard that is compatible with iPad. Here is an example:

https://www.apple.com/shop/product/MLA22LL/A/magic-keyboard-us-english


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Jun 21, 2021 4:54 PM in response to ZJessell

Apple, somewhat confusingly, uses the “Magic Keyboard” name to describe multiple keyboards in its product portfolio.


The Magic Keyboard for iPad is specifically designed to connect with compatible models of iPad using the iPad Smart Connector. This is a three-contact electrical connection on the rear panel of the iPad that mates with three corresponding contacts on the keyboard.


By contrast, the “Magic Keyboard”, principally designed for Mac computers, is a standalone Bluetooth Keyboard that is compatible with iPad. Here is an example:

https://www.apple.com/shop/product/MLA22LL/A/magic-keyboard-us-english


Can I connect this via bluetooth to my macbook pro?

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