Apple Tv 4Th Generation Bluetooth Keyboard

I considered the Apple Keyboard's for my new iPad Air 4th generation. I have had both brands before for earlier iPad's. This Logitech keyboard is in the same league as the Apple Smart Keyboard Folio (similar configuration), but has three very important features that are lacking on the Apple keyboard. 1. Backlit keys. 2. Top row of short-cut function keys. 3. Trackpad. So, for less money, you can have a keyboard with much more functionality.

I went from a 2nd generation Apple TV to a 4th generation and we lost the optical out. This solved that problem for us with ease.

Traded in 2nd generation 12.9 for this 4th generation 12.0 with magic keyboard. It’s more compact, but screen size is exactly the same as the older models......just no wasted space. Much lighter, and easy to carry around. Yes, spend the $$ and get the keyboard and it doubles as a case.

Upgrading from a 4th generation Apple AirPort Extreme to this RT2600AC was a breeze! I have a DS415+ NAS as well so it made sense to keep everything Synology and I'm so happy I did! I went from ~70Mbps to over 110Mbps just by upgrading the router!! Granted, I'm paying for 100Mbps FiOS, so you can tell that the router has DEFINITELY made a huge impact. Plus, I get a FULL signal where I had NO signal. Game-changer right there!

It was easy to install, connected to my Apple HomeKit hub (Apple TV 4th gen) and was intuitive for my retired parents to use.

I bought this primarily because our previous generation Apple TV HD did not support the new Enhanced Dialog feature, that arrived with OS 7.1. This model brings that feature to the HomePod mini. Thought we would give it a try before popping for a pair of full size HomePods. Verdict - it works pretty well. Is it perfect ? No. But, dialog is much more understandable most of the time compared to our previous 5.1 set-up with a conventional center channel. Overall, response of this generation Apple TV is noticeably faster. The remote is an improvement over the previous one, but again not perfect. But, at least I no longer pick it up from the wrong end. Have the ARC HDMI cable from the TV plugged directly into the Apple TV. That allows TV audio from both the HomePod and our home theater speakers simultaneously. A meaningful upgrade if you have an older Apple TV.

Authentic Apple short keyboard which we are using as a wired keyboard not the bluetooth option. It would be cool if it included the powered USB outlets the older wired keyboard had, but, this keyboard is perfect for my wife at her standing desk where she has less space for the full size keyboard with numberpad which she never uses. Fast service as always.

I can't believe it too me this long to realize I've been handicapped by the Apple bluetooth keyboard all these years. The Daskeyboard too about four minutes to get used to before I started writing with greater efficiency than I imagined possible. I'm impressed with the materials, the build and the promise, delivered. The cost is well worth it.

If you're debating this keyboard, I recommend it. Here are some minor benefits I've enjoyed: - Backlit keys when color grading in a dark room - Sturdy and doesn't slide on the desk - Bluetooth and wired work seamlessly The surprise benefit is that this keyboard works in Bluetooth mode to enter my password after a complete shutdown and power-up. None of the other non-Apple Bluetooth keyboards I own will do this. They work after a RESTART but not on POWER-UP. I was very impressed that they got this right. NOTE: The following was true when I wrote this review on September 5, 2024. This might sound very nitpicky, but the insert card that came with a keyboard directed me to the following website: Logickeyboard.com/shortcut There is no guide for FCPX. I emailed to inquire about this and was sent a link to the Apple website containing the 900+ page user manual. The shortcut guide is more of a nice to have, but I thought I would call it out anyway.

This product works great for it's intended purpose. By using a detached keyboard (I use Apple's bluetooth) it sits like a regular PC monitor. I would recommend it to anyone.