# Smart Tablet Keyboards The Apple Smart Keyboard Features Dynamic Fabric and Integrated iPad Usage By Gurveer Brah | Published 2015-09-09 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-smart-keyboard References: [gizmodo](http://gizmodo.com/apples-new-keyboard-turns-the-ipad-pro-into-a-surface-c-1729602099) & [engadget](http://www.engadget.com/2015/09/09/ipad-pro-keyboard-pencil/) The new Apple 'Smart Keyboard' features integrated iPad usage and dynamic fabrics for a more engaging tablet experience. Revealed as part of Apple's keynote, the Smart Keyboard is a new Apple accessory for the recently announced [iPad Pro](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brydge-105-series-ii) -- helping the company compete with super tablets like [Microsoft's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brydge-sp) [Surface](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/surface-pro-flex). Using the same keyboard "dome switch" technology as the Macbook -- this keyboard hopes to give you the full range and a similar typing experience of a laptop with the portability of a tablet. The Apple Smart Keyboard uses a fabric that is adaptable and contributes to a smoother typing experience. The accessory connects with the iPad with a simple snap to three magnetic sensors on the side of the iPad. Instantly, the tablet recognizes the addition of the keyboard for a seamless experience. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.0/10 - Popularity: 12% | Activity: 9% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Integrated Tablet Accessories:** The Apple Smart Keyboard showcases the trend of integrating accessories with tablets, creating a more seamless user experience. - **Dynamic Fabric Technology:** The dynamic fabric used in the Apple Smart Keyboard highlights the trend of incorporating innovative materials into tech accessories, enhancing functionality and user comfort. - **Laptop-like Tablet Experience:** The Smart Keyboard's aim to provide a laptop-like typing experience on a tablet reflects the trend of merging the capabilities of laptops and tablets for increased versatility. ### Who This Affects Most - **Tablet Accessories:** The introduction of integrated tablet accessories like the Apple Smart Keyboard presents opportunities for companies in the tablet accessory industry to create innovative and complementary products. - **Tech Accessories:** The use of dynamic fabric technology in the Smart Keyboard opens up possibilities for the tech accessory industry to explore novel materials for improved functionality across various devices. - **Tablet Manufacturing:** The demand for tablet keyboards that offer a laptop-like experience presents a disruptive innovation opportunity for tablet manufacturers to design and produce devices that bridge the gap between laptops and tablets. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [All-in-One Tablet Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skfp-combo-keyboard.md) - [Ergonomic Tablet Keyboard Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brydge-105-series-ii.md) - [Sleek Tablet Productivity Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mokibo-fusion-keyboard-2.md) - [Portable Productivity Tablet Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/logitech-keystogo-2.md) - [Improved Laptop Keyboard Attachments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/surface-pro-flex.md) - [Malleable Magnetic Tablet Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magnetic-keyboard-case.md) - [Productive Laptop-Like Tablet Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/logitech-combo-touch.md) - [Flexible Professional Tablet Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/logitech-flip-folio.md) - [Tablet PC Keyboard Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brydge-spx-keyboard.md)