Clicks Keyboard
Clicks Keyboard
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I had high hopes for the Clicks keyboard. I specifically purchased an Iphone 14 pro to allow for a reasonable sized combination with the Clicks keyboard as well as compatibility with wired Carplay. I had been using a Blackberry Key 2 and then Unihertz Titan Slim and the Iphone 14 pro with Clicks is vastly superior to either of those. After 10 days or so I have gotten used to the key locations and typing is quick and accurate. Initially there was a couple of glitches with the Clicks losing connection with the Iphone, but that has not occurred at all since. A dream come true for a keyboard aficionado! As the title indicates Clicks with an Iphone is "Better than Expected"!
The clicks keyboard is a wonderful item, it really is. I enjoyed working with it for a few days, however, there are some cons that I think need to be worked on. First, let me say that it was wonderful to use an actual tactile keyboard once again, and the shortcuts make using the keyboard very easy if you can get used to them. A couple of things that I think need to be worked on; I know it’s not marketed as a phone case, but it really does not give the phone much protection if it should happen to fall. I did not like the fact that I could not use my plug in ear pods and that I could not use CarPlay with a cord. CarPlay works fine with Bluetooth, but on long trips, you cant plug it in which means you would have to take it out of the case, which can be a little annoying and cumbersome. Also, I think it could be a little bit more weighted on the bottom because it seems a bit top-heavy since it’s so long and slender. If these cons ever get worked out with clicks, I would absolutely, 100% purchase another one for my iPhone 15.
The clicks on the keyboard are comfortable and easy to type and I never press the wrong key at all. I have created 42 keyboard shortcuts using iOS shortcuts and Clicks mode, so most of my work is completed using the keyboard alone. However, when using Japanese, there are many cases where "ー" is used in Japanese words, so a separate key is necessary. Also, it would be very inconvenient if there were not an icon to indicate whether the active input language is Japanese or English. If these two points are improved, I believe that the use of the system among Japanese people will increase significantly.
I had the original Clicks keyboard for the iPhone 15, and while the color was a little outlandish, the ease of typing and new screen real estate made it feel like a "phablet." Now that I have been able to upgrade to the 16 Pro Max, I wanted to try out the second iteration of the Clicks keyboard, and I am so impressed. It has an Alcantara/suede interior the rear glass sits in, and I can see the manufacturer added a MagSafe magnet which I use daily. The camera bump is a little shallow to be very protective, but I keep this on my desk and in my pocket when I'm walking at work. The keyboard experience is confident, reliable (so far), and easy to become intuitive. I was always a BlackBerry user and have been quick but clumsy on touch screen keyboards but managed to get by with aggressive auto-correct. I am not a huge fan of voice to text because I work in tight settings. Thus, this really fits the bill for me. EVERYONE I work with asks about it and is impressed. The shortcuts help out, especially with the new Apple Intelligence command. I've just been really impressed ever since I learned about this keyboard concept from the Crackberry forum (I believe it was co-created by its founder). I hope to have this for the life of my iPhone, which I anticipate very heavy daily use for about three years. Updates to come :)
I've been completely satisfied with the Clicks for Pixel 9, I've been using Clicks for over a year now with the iPhone 15 model and am glad they've expanded to Android phones. I also appreciate the modifications made over time, including having a numpad vs the number row on the initial iPhone models, as well as the angled buttons. While I can't have a functional BlackBerry anymore, this product is the next best thing and I'm so grateful! 🤘
i have been using clicks for over a week now and I love it, best choose I made. As soon as I saw the case out the box I was wowed by it and knew instantly I would love it. I’m getting used to using the physical keyboard now, I love the shortcuts you can make as well. I can’t see going back to using one of my other cases I love using clicks that much, defiantly recommend.
I tend to watch much reviews and focus on negative reviews prior to buying any products. For the Clicks keyboard, some of the major concerns people have was that the product is gimmicky (not too much value), the weight distribution is an issue and the lack of MagSafe support. As an avid Blackberry user - even going back to the days of Sidekick and the Voicestream 3way V100 device (yikes! that old)...I have enjoyed using tactile buttons on a smart device. The Blackberry I used was the Blackberry Key2...which I enjoyed but am biased to my Apple ecosystem, so the Key2 had limited used except for business use. I was skeptical about the Clicks keyboard considering its founders were heavily invested in the Blackberry seen; thus meaning there was an emotional, nostalgic investment towards the products (not solely because it addressed an issue in the smart phone world). Anyways, after fighting resistance and opting to buy, I am more than satisfied with my purchase. The learning curve was more of a trip down memory lane as missteps (or missed taps keys) experienced during the first two weeks are not noticeable after a month of use. I can even type while not looking down and concentrating on my sports on the big screen. An act I was not able to fulfill since my days of using the Blackberry Bold and Sidekick. Even as much as I enjoyed my Blackberry Passport, I did find the keys too far apart while the Blackberry Key2 keys were too thin. While these keys tend to be smaller than I preferred, it is a conceded tradeoff that we must accept nowadays considering the smaller widths of phones. Noticeable benefits: I rarely take it out of the case. I was going to assume because of its size and lack of MagSafe, I was only going to use it during work hours to power through on emails. I find myself rarely taking it off and writing more social media posts on it. The top-heavy concern is not that much of an issue as I am already used to hold my phone is such a manner when typing on a virtual keyboard anyway. Now, typing on a tactile keyboard, it seems much more satisfying feeling my tips press on buttons knowing I am actually hitting a key - much like a keyboard. That sensation "tricks" my brain into knowing that I did not miss a key and I can concentrate much quicker on the next key or word, rather than continuously glancing on what I wrote to see if there are any errors on my sentence. The only draw back is the lack of MagSafe. For charging, it is not much of an issue as I can easily plug a USB-C wire or even lay it on top of a Qi Wireless charging puck. However, my daily wallet is MagSafe and I do see myself carrying it less. Thankfully, with Apple Wallet, most of my cards, IDs and commuter passes are all stored electronically so I do not need to have my physical wallet at my possession at all times. So, overall, I am highly satisfied with the product and glad I purchased it.
The Clicks keyboard really works! I am extremely happy with it. After using it for only a few weeks, I can’t imagine being without it. It is well designed and well made.
It took all of about 20 minutes to get a handle on this baby. Way to go Clicks Team!
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