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What iPads work with the Magic Keyboard?

what iPads work with the magic keyboard


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Posted on Aug 31, 2021 10:49 AM

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Posted on Aug 31, 2021 10:54 AM

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. The Magic Keyboard for iPad is available for the iPad Air4, first and second generation iPad Pro 11” - and third, fourth and fifth generation iPad Pro 12.9”.


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

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

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Aug 31, 2021 10:54 AM in response to jenesis33

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. The Magic Keyboard for iPad is available for the iPad Air4, first and second generation iPad Pro 11” - and third, fourth and fifth generation iPad Pro 12.9”.


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

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

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