Logitech releases Logi CREATE keyboard for Apple iPad Pro 9.7

Tim Cook has been pushing the iPad Pro as a desktop/laptop replacement. You know what? He isn't wrong. Well, depending on a user's needs, of course. For many people, it just won't work -- Windows, Ubuntu, or OS X would be better. If all you do is surf the web, go on social media, or leverage a word processing app, it can be quite brilliant. Heck, it can even succeed at editing both photos and videos if your expectations aren't too high.

With all of that said, the tablet on its own is hardly a productivity workhouse without an important accessory -- a keyboard. Can you buy Apple's keyboard cover? Yeah, and it is pretty good, but many consumers prefer Logitech's Logi CREATE variant instead. Unfortunately, the backlit keyboard is only available for the 12.9-inch iPad Pro. Today, this changes, as the company releases the keyboard for the 9.7-inch variant too.

"CREATE automatically powers on and pairs with your iPad Pro when placed in the typing position -- no Bluetooth pairing needed. Since the keyboard is powered by the iPad Pro through the Smart Connector, you never have to think about charging your keyboard again", says Logitech.

The famed accessory-maker further says, "the full-size keyboard features adjustable backlighting, so with the help of a dedicated iOS shortcut, you can change the brightness level. The iOS shortcuts also allow you to get to the home screen, search your iPad and the web, and control audio or video playback with one tap. And with the integrated pencil holder, your Apple Pencil can be at hand whenever you need it".

If you are ready to buy it, you can get it here for $129.99. Colors are limited to blue and black, with my preference being the latter.

Which color will you buy? Tell me in the comments.