{"id":233543,"date":"2024-06-18T07:56:17","date_gmt":"2024-06-18T07:56:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/michigandigitalnews.com\/index.php\/2024\/06\/18\/a-super-slim-travel-companion-for-almost-any-gadget\/"},"modified":"2025-06-25T17:16:49","modified_gmt":"2025-06-25T17:16:49","slug":"a-super-slim-travel-companion-for-almost-any-gadget","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/michigandigitalnews.com\/index.php\/2024\/06\/18\/a-super-slim-travel-companion-for-almost-any-gadget\/","title":{"rendered":"A super slim travel companion for almost any gadget"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> [ad_1]<br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<p>When I\u2019m traveling, a portable mouse is a must. However, I\u2019ve never really felt the same way about keyboards, because most portable options are still too big or are saddled with some major compromises in the name of lightness. But with the Keys-To-Go 2, Logitech has managed to create a super sleek typing accessory that disappears into your bag and can be paired with almost any device you can think of.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"caas-jump-link-heading\" id=\"design-and-features\">Design and features<\/h2>\n<p>Those who like traveling light can always opt for something like an <a data-i13n=\"cpos:1;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engadget.com\/ipad-pro-2024-review-so-very-nice-and-so-very-expensive-210012937.html\" data-ylk=\"slk:iPad Pro;cpos:1;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \"><\/a> or <a data-i13n=\"cpos:2;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engadget.com\/surface-pro-10-for-business-review-a-safe-upgrade-for-it-workers-172033986.html\" data-ylk=\"slk:Surface Pro;cpos:2;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \"><\/a>, which can be paired with their own dedicated detachable keyboards. The issue is that those devices aren\u2019t really much smaller or lighter than an equivalent laptop. But with the Keys-To-Go 2 measuring just 7.8 ounces and a third of an inch at its thickest point, you get a truly pint-sized companion that\u2019s perfect for pairing with smaller devices like an iPad Mini or my personal favorite, a foldable phone.<\/p>\n<div id=\"dca1611258484a1dbadb4ac059d163d1\" class=\"pd-list commerce-module\" data-jump-link-target=\"\"><!-- manual_3b2608d6-cc64-4764-afaa-3d12c55130d4_1718654256291 --><\/p>\n<div class=\"list-item has-label horizontal large-view\">\n<div class=\"img-container\"><a class=\"link img-link rapid-with-clickid etailiffa_link\" href=\"https:\/\/shopping.yahoo.com\/rdlw?merchantId=9d8b417f-05d3-461d-8465-21e1a10e527d&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;featureId=manual-entry&amp;merchantName=Logitech&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5sb2dpdGVjaC5jb20vZW4tdXMiLCJjb250ZW50VXVpZCI6IjNiMjYwOGQ2LWNjNjQtNDc2NC1hZmFhLTNkMTJjNTUxMzBkNCJ9&amp;signature=AQAAAXugZBVQ3pTJ6Iv89zT-JMuAzhHKdkkvGijVCVtwCgoo&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.logitech.com%2Fen-us&amp;itemName=Logitech+Keys-To-Go+2&amp;contentUuid=3b2608d6-cc64-4764-afaa-3d12c55130d4\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"sec:large-product;subsec:commlist;cpos:1;elmt:chooseForMe;pdid:Logitech Keys-To-Go 2;pid:manual_3b2608d6-cc64-4764-afaa-3d12c55130d4_1718654256291;aid:manual_3b2608d6-cc64-4764-afaa-3d12c55130d4_1718654256291;itemcost:$80;itmId:$80;sellerN:Logitech;ll3:product-available;ll4:productoffer-manual;elm:affiliate_link;itc:0;slk:$80 at Logitech;pkgt:horizontal-img;pos:1\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"caas-img caas-lazy has-width img\" src=\"https:\/\/s.yimg.com\/uu\/api\/res\/1.2\/lO76g9kzj06YgeutqjUFBQ--~B\/Zmk9c3RyaW07aD03MjA7dz0xMjgwO2FwcGlkPXl0YWNoeW9u\/https:\/\/s.yimg.com\/os\/creatr-uploaded-images\/2024-06\/95fc4130-2ce3-11ef-b6ba-a6ff54c6fef3\" height=\"720\" width=\"1280\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/s.yimg.com\/uu\/api\/res\/1.2\/lO76g9kzj06YgeutqjUFBQ--~B\/Zmk9c3RyaW07aD03MjA7dz0xMjgwO2FwcGlkPXl0YWNoeW9u\/https:\/\/s.yimg.com\/os\/creatr-uploaded-images\/2024-06\/95fc4130-2ce3-11ef-b6ba-a6ff54c6fef3\" height=\"720\" width=\"1280\" class=\"caas-img has-width img\"\/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Engadget<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bottom-info\">\n<div class=\"desc\">\n<p>For just $80, Logitech\u2019s Keys-To-Go 2 is a super slim and surprisingly versatile universal travel keyboard.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"pros-cons large-view\">\n<div class=\"list-wrapper\"><span class=\"circleCheckmark icon\"><svg width=\"20\" height=\"20\" viewbox=\"0 0 48 48\"><path d=\"M33.2 15.9L19.7 29.4l-4.9-4.8c-.9-.9-2.3-.9-3.2 0-.9.9-.9 2.3 0 3.2l6.5 6.4c.9.9 2.3.9 3.2 0l15.1-15.1c.9-.9.9-2.3 0-3.2-.9-.9-2.3-.9-3.2 0zM24 0c13.3 0 24 10.7 24 24S37.3 48 24 48 0 37.3 0 24 10.7 0 24 0z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"title\">Pros<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Extremely sleek<\/li>\n<li>Long battery life<\/li>\n<li>Compatible with all major OSes<\/li>\n<li>Built-in folding cover<\/li>\n<li>Easy device switching<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"list-wrapper\"><span class=\"circleX icon\"><svg width=\"20\" height=\"20\" viewbox=\"0 0 48 48\"><path d=\"M24,1C11.3,1,1,11.3,1,24s10.3,23,23,23s23-10.3,23-23S36.7,1,24,1z M33.8,33.8c-0.9,0.9-2.2,0.9-3.1,0L24,27l-6.8,6.8c-0.9,0.9-2.2,0.9-3.1,0s-0.9-2.2,0-3.1l6.8-6.8l-6.7-6.7c-0.9-0.9-0.9-2.2,0-3.1c0.9-0.9,2.2-0.9,3.1,0l6.7,6.7l6.7-6.7c0.9-0.9,2.2-0.9,3.1,0c0.9,0.9,0.9,2.2,0,3.1l-6.7,6.7l6.7,6.8C34.7,31.6,34.7,33,33.8,33.8z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"title\">Cons<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>No built-in kickstand<\/li>\n<li>Disposable batteries are locked behind Torx screws<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><a class=\"link cta-btn rapid-with-clickid etailiffa_link\" href=\"https:\/\/shopping.yahoo.com\/rdlw?merchantId=9d8b417f-05d3-461d-8465-21e1a10e527d&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;featureId=manual-entry&amp;merchantName=Logitech&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5sb2dpdGVjaC5jb20vZW4tdXMiLCJjb250ZW50VXVpZCI6IjNiMjYwOGQ2LWNjNjQtNDc2NC1hZmFhLTNkMTJjNTUxMzBkNCJ9&amp;signature=AQAAAXugZBVQ3pTJ6Iv89zT-JMuAzhHKdkkvGijVCVtwCgoo&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.logitech.com%2Fen-us&amp;itemName=Logitech+Keys-To-Go+2&amp;contentUuid=3b2608d6-cc64-4764-afaa-3d12c55130d4\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"sec:large-product;subsec:commlist;cpos:1;elmt:chooseForMe;pdid:Logitech Keys-To-Go 2;pid:manual_3b2608d6-cc64-4764-afaa-3d12c55130d4_1718654256291;aid:manual_3b2608d6-cc64-4764-afaa-3d12c55130d4_1718654256291;itemcost:$80;itmId:$80;sellerN:Logitech;ll3:product-available;ll4:productoffer-manual;elm:affiliate_link;itc:0;slk:$80 at Logitech;pkgt:horizontal-cta-1;pos:4\">$80 at Logitech<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Obviously, a keyboard this thin doesn\u2019t have a ton of space for fancy switches. But Logitech somehow found enough room for 1.1mm of key travel. When combined with rubber domes beneath the keys, you end up with a typing experience that\u2019s not that far off from what you get on a modern MacBook. Granted, actuation is a bit softer and spongier, but on something this small, it\u2019s understandable.<\/p>\n<p>I also appreciate that despite its size, the Keys-To-Go 2 still features a full row of productivity shortcuts for stuff like volume, brightness, play\/pause and even Logitech\u2019s signature emoji key. That last one feels right at home when you&#8217;re using the keyboard with a phone or tablet. You even get three Easy-Switch keys that allow you to change the keyboard\u2019s Bluetooth connection between up to three devices with a single touch.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"caas-figure\">\n<div class=\"caas-figure-with-pb\" style=\"max-height: 576px\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"caas-img-container caas-img-loader\" style=\"padding-bottom:60%\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"caas-img caas-lazy has-preview\" alt=\"The Keys-To-Go 2 features a built-in cover that flips around to give the keyboard a more ergonomic angle while in use. \" src=\"https:\/\/s.yimg.com\/ny\/api\/res\/1.2\/1QUAd4GaIfHzTPt3lsdoKg--\/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTk2MDtoPTU3Ng--\/https:\/\/s.yimg.com\/os\/creatr-uploaded-images\/2024-06\/8c50b5c0-2ce4-11ef-bbf7-4cbf6e1bb149\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"The Keys-To-Go 2 features a built-in cover that flips around to give the keyboard a more ergonomic angle while in use. \" src=\"https:\/\/s.yimg.com\/ny\/api\/res\/1.2\/1QUAd4GaIfHzTPt3lsdoKg--\/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTk2MDtoPTU3Ng--\/https:\/\/s.yimg.com\/os\/creatr-uploaded-images\/2024-06\/8c50b5c0-2ce4-11ef-bbf7-4cbf6e1bb149\" class=\"caas-img\"\/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><figcaption class=\"caption-collapse\">The Keys-To-Go 2 is available in three colors: lilac (seen here), pale gray and graphite. <span class=\"caption-credit\"> (Photo by Sam Rutherford)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/p>\n<\/figure>\n<p>Speaking of connected devices, the Keys-To-Go 2 works with practically any gadget you might want to bring on a trip. It supports Windows, Android, macOS, iOS, iPadOS and even ChromeOS. Plus, there are two different layouts to choose from: a universal arrangement for all OSes (which is what I tested) and one that\u2019s tailored for Apple devices. Finally, there\u2019s a built-in cover that protects the keycaps while on the go, which also flips around 360 degrees to provide a slight angle for improved ergonomics when typing.<\/p>\n<p>However, I wish Logitech had included some kind of onboard kickstand for propping up whatever device the keyboard is connected to. When I had a chance to talk to some of Logitech\u2019s designers, they said they learned from customer surveys that most people who need a kickstand already have one attached to the case of their phone or tablet, which would make putting one on the Keys-To-Go 2 redundant. But as someone who loathes cases and doesn\u2019t want to deal with a ton of addons, I think putting a stand in the keyboard would still be valuable.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"caas-jump-link-heading\" id=\"battery-life\">Battery life<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"caas-figure\">\n<div class=\"caas-figure-with-pb\" style=\"max-height: 576px\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"caas-img-container caas-img-loader\" style=\"padding-bottom:60%\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"caas-img caas-lazy has-preview\" alt=\"One potential issue with the Keys-To-Go 2 is that it's powered by two non-rechargeable coin cell batteries that can only be accessed by removing two Torx screws. \" src=\"https:\/\/s.yimg.com\/ny\/api\/res\/1.2\/2Buj1rQLR8FUF1ibrFyPGA--\/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTk2MDtoPTU3Ng--\/https:\/\/s.yimg.com\/os\/creatr-uploaded-images\/2024-06\/3dc83a80-2ce5-11ef-bff7-a1e2115f6011\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"One potential issue with the Keys-To-Go 2 is that it's powered by two non-rechargeable coin cell batteries that can only be accessed by removing two Torx screws. \" src=\"https:\/\/s.yimg.com\/ny\/api\/res\/1.2\/2Buj1rQLR8FUF1ibrFyPGA--\/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTk2MDtoPTU3Ng--\/https:\/\/s.yimg.com\/os\/creatr-uploaded-images\/2024-06\/3dc83a80-2ce5-11ef-bff7-a1e2115f6011\" class=\"caas-img\"\/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><figcaption class=\"caption-collapse\"><span class=\"caption-credit\"> Photo by Sam Rutherford\/Engadget<\/span><\/figcaption><\/p>\n<\/figure>\n<p>Logitech claims the Keys-To-Go 2 offers up to 36 months of battery life, but real-world numbers will vary greatly depending on how much you use it. That\u2019s because that figure is based on the expectation that you only use the keyboard for two hours a day, which isn\u2019t a lot but makes sense for something that probably isn\u2019t your primary work machine.<\/p>\n<p>The potentially bigger issue is that the Keys-To-Go 2 relies on a pair of disposable coin-cell batteries instead of a rechargeable power pack. Furthermore, to access the batteries, you need to remove two Torx screws, which could be an issue if the keyboard dies while you\u2019re traveling. In a perfect world, the Keys-To-Go 2 would also support charging via USB-C. But given its dimensions, finding room for any port may have been exceedingly difficult.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"caas-jump-link-heading\" id=\"wrap-up\">Wrap-up<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"caas-figure\">\n<div class=\"caas-figure-with-pb\" style=\"max-height: 576px\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"caas-img-container caas-img-loader\" style=\"padding-bottom:60%\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"caas-img caas-lazy has-preview\" alt=\"The Keys-To-Go 2 connects via Bluetooth and can switch between three pair devices with a single key press. \" src=\"https:\/\/s.yimg.com\/ny\/api\/res\/1.2\/JYBJJ46jY_fcRlGVUaohRw--\/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTk2MDtoPTU3Ng--\/https:\/\/s.yimg.com\/os\/creatr-uploaded-images\/2024-06\/e7f8c2a0-2ce4-11ef-bd2b-63bd3f2ecc33\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"The Keys-To-Go 2 connects via Bluetooth and can switch between three pair devices with a single key press. \" src=\"https:\/\/s.yimg.com\/ny\/api\/res\/1.2\/JYBJJ46jY_fcRlGVUaohRw--\/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTk2MDtoPTU3Ng--\/https:\/\/s.yimg.com\/os\/creatr-uploaded-images\/2024-06\/e7f8c2a0-2ce4-11ef-bd2b-63bd3f2ecc33\" class=\"caas-img\"\/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><figcaption class=\"caption-collapse\"><span class=\"caption-credit\"> Photo by Sam Rutherford\/Engadget<\/span><\/figcaption><\/p>\n<\/figure>\n<p>Now I admit, the Keys-To-Go 2 is a rather niche device. Its replaceable batteries and lack of ports for charging or wired connectivity means it can\u2019t really be your primary workhorse. And its thinness means typing isn\u2019t as comfortable as on a traditional desktop alternative. But at the same time, Logitech\u2019s latest travel accessory excels at being a lightweight travel companion. It\u2019s super thin, super light and has a nifty cover to keep it protected while in transit. It works with multiple devices and OSes, and while relying on coin cells isn\u2019t ideal, its battery life is long enough to make replacing them a relatively infrequent hassle. With two layouts (Apple and universal), multi-device connectivity and a price tag of just $80, the Keys-To-Go 2 feels like it\u2019s hitting a Goldilocks zone for frequent travelers looking for something that\u2019s just right for their next trip.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>[ad_2]<br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.engadget.com\/logitech-keys-to-go-2-review-a-super-slim-travel-companion-for-almost-any-gadget-070150717.html?src=rss\">Source link <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[ad_1] When I\u2019m traveling, a portable mouse is a must. 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