The ZAGGkeys Folio is a mere 6.9mm thin, just more than a quarter of an inch, and only 16.75mm, or about two thirds of an inch, when holding your iPad. This makes it one of the thinnest keyboards available. But while it is smaller and easier to carry, it actually offers 30% more typing room than the competition. In addition, it features a pivoting hinge that allows you to place your iPad at virtually any viewing angle, just like a laptop screen. Open it up, set it to your preferred angle, and off you go typing in comfort. The Folio zips along on a powerful battery that will keep it powered for up to three months of regular use between charges Regular use of two hours per day. In addition it offers backlit keys that make typing in low light areas easy on the eyes and responsive, island style keys that provide a natural and speedy typing experience.