Tablets and smartphones have drastically improved over the years to the point where they've become the go-to technology for many of us. It's possible to take care of our emails and other documents through these easily transportable devices. And while this adds plenty of convenience in many areas, a phone isn't always the best place to type of a lengthy document.
Bluetooth enabled keyboards have then become the solution for this issue, allowing us to connect to our mobile devices when we need them—and stow away when our phone needs to operate as a phone. As the updated version of the K760 Solar Keyboard, the Logitech K810 has plenty of upgraded features. But does it provide a seamless Bluetooth keyboard experience?
What Is The Logitech K810 Keyboard Capable Of?
Logitech's K810 keyboard sees the inclusion of many new features while saying farewell to some things present on its predecessor, the K760. With multiple device pairing, battery upgrades, and more on its side, the K810 looks like it's a top contender in the world of wireless keyboards. So how well do those specs perform in reality?
Bluetooth Pairing
Like many other wireless keyboards, the K810 operates through Bluetooth connectivity, thus allowing it to connect to your chosen device. In turn, this means that you need that Bluetooth capability before you can sync it up, but most devices you want to pair with a wireless keyboard—like smartphones and tablets—already have those functions.
For those people that have multiple devices they want to use the K810 with, this keyboard allows for Bluetooth pairing with up to three devices. The connection is straightforward to perform, and it's also simple to switch between your devices as necessary. All you need to do is press a button to toggle, and then you can get to work.
The connection area lasts for anywhere within thirty feet of the keyboard. This distance is decent enough to give you some flexibility in your work setup, but you shouldn't need much more than that, assuming you want to see what's happening on your screen.
Proximity Sensing
If you've ever used a wireless keyboard before, you may have experienced some issues with startup time, especially if you've left the device idle for a while. For ones that take a press of a key to boot, you may make some silly typos if you don't realize your keyboard is off before you start up the typing.
The K810 solves this problem by including a proximity sensor inside the keyboard. Once you move your hands close, the K810 powers up, meaning that you don't have to wait to start typing, In turn, that sensor can also tell when you're not working, allowing it to enter its power-saving standby mode until you come back.
Backlight
Backlights can be useful for keyboards, allowing you to see the keys quickly, no matter the lighting conditions. The K810 has four distinct settings: low, medium, high, and an "off." With these options, you can adjust as necessary, or even disable the light altogether. Depending on the places your work takes you, you might have a pleasant surprise at when the backlight comes in handy.
Battery
As with anything wireless, battery life is a major concern. With a wireless keyboard, you don't want to lose your momentum because the unit suddenly died in the middle of work. Thankfully, the K810's battery is both durable and long-lasting, allowing for long stretches of work. Again, the proximity sensing allows for better conservation of battery life as well.
As you'd expect, the battery is rechargeable. However, for those considering upgrading from the K760, you'll find that the K810 isn't solar-powered like its predecessor, and it instead charges through a USB connection, which you can use as you type. While this doesn't interrupt the usage, it may be a downside depending on what you look for in technology.