Brydge G-Type Keyboard for Google Pixel Slate, Midnight Blue

Every thing oky working but i have only battery 🔋issue when battery level go to 85 % auto disconnect how can i charge 100%

I am not usually one to write reviews. But I have decided to make an exception for the Brydge keyboard I purchased for my Pixel Slate.First off the build quality is absolutely fantastic! To the point, you will be hard-pressed not to think this isn't a made by Google product. It is that good. If Google were to have made this keyboard there is little doubt it wouldn't be any better than Brydge's version. More likely, it wouldn't have been as good. Especially when you consider what they actually did make.Second, the typing experience is superb. I also own the Google keyboard and although the Brydge keyboard doesn't feel (quite) as good Google's product it is only by the smallest margin. And if you take into account the keyboard's construction provides a nice solid surface for you to rest your palms on, it actually wins out IMO. Overall just a much better typing experience.And lastly, value. When you consider this keyboard costs less than Google's offering with a far more robust build quality, including the fact it (instantly) transforms your Pixel Slate into a full-fledged Chromebook there is no better option out there.In fact, a lot of the flack Google got about the slate (when released) was how the keyboard/tablet combination didn't provide a sturdy and stable solution when attached together which is a shame because the Pixel Slate itself is hands down the best Chrome solution you can buy, even today (2020). Personally, I fully believe if Google had provided a keyboard similar to Brydge's design, most if not all of the negativity would never have happened. And instead of criticizing Google for a poorly executed design, people would have instead been applauding them for the amazing job they had done in providing a solid tablet keyboard combination. The Bridge keyboard improves the Google Slate that much!!But like they say "if ifs and buts were candy and nuts..... " okay... so poor attempt at review humor. But you get my point.Anyhoo. Like I said earlier, I rarely write reviews but I felt compelled to write this one. If for no other reason than to say to Brydge "well done, you did a great job!"Everyone likes to feel they really won out on a purchase. We want the product at least to match and or even better, to surpass our expectations. But sadly this rarely happens it seems these days, at least in my experience anyway.However, this is one time that I can say I absolutely WON this purchase. And I can thank the team at Brydge for it. Prior to this, Brydge wasn't really a company on my radar. Sure... I had heard of their products but never thought I would have a need to buy something from them. But that has all changed with this purchase.I WILL be paying attention going forward. And I have no doubt I will buy more products from them in the future.In a strange twisted way, I have Google to thank. Because, if they hadn't done such a piss poor job making a matching keyboard for the Pixel Slate I would have had no reason to look at the Brydge keyboard!So thanks Google! Because of your sad and poorly executed attempt to make a keyboard for your amazingly wonderful Chrome tablet, I have now found Brydge who, by the way, clearly understand what is required to make a really really good one!So keep up the good work Google... er, I mean bad work... because if it means companies like Brydge can stay in business and keep making fantastic products like this, then I am all for it!Now... for any of you who actually read this whole review (thank you). And if you were on the fence prior to reading it, do yourself... and Brydge a big favor and go buy their keyboard for the Google Slate. You won't regret it.Cheers and happy typing!

When I bought the Pixel Slate, I received the standard magnetic folio keyboard that came with it in a bundle from Google. This review is just going to reference that keyboard only when comparing to what Google offered and what Brydge developed to highlight some of the high points and low points that I've come across while using it for a few months now.First of all, kudos goes out to the design team for creating an authentic and convincing third-party keyboard by making it look as close to first-party as possible. The keyboard layout is not as nearly awkwardly spaced as Google's folio keyboard with Brydge's keyboard giving satisfying clicks, which is something I prefer as a matter of taste. The color of the keyboard matches the Pixel Slate perfectly that aside from the sticker on the bottom, I would be reasonably convinced that Google made this. That said, I have to ding the keyboard's use of grips, which would be fine otherwise, if I didn't have an issue of the rubber grips detaching from where the Pixel Slate is secured to the keyboard. If it continues to get worse, I may have to resolve to use gorilla glue or something else to keep it into place, which is a shame for a product designed and advertised to be a premium accessory for a premium product. I'm hoping to reach out to the Brydge team and see if this is just a fluke that snuck past QA or a known issue.I wish the keyboard is backlit like the folio keyboard that Google offers. A lack of backlit is probably the one thing that kept me from buying it right off the bat and instead waited for a little while before pulling the trigger and purchasing it.Battery life is about standard for a wireless keyboard of its size. It does use Bluetooth, so it tries to be as energy-efficient as possible, but a plus is that it uses USB C to charge the keyboard, which works because I'm hardly anywhere without a USB C charger for my phone or my Pixel Slate. Brydge also provides a USB C to USB C cable to charge the keyboard. I wish the keyboard utilized the magnetic connectors on the Pixel Slate so that the keyboard could also charge the Pixel Slate, but that's more of a wish. Overall, Brydge integrated into the Pixel Slate ecosystem well, and it hasn't interrupted any workflows or daily use for me.Overall, I would highly recommend this as a reliable third-party option. If Brydge were to make a version 2 that addressed these issues in the future, I'm pretty sure it would be a Day 1 purchase for me and would recommend it over Google's keyboard offerings.

This makes the Pixel Slate SOOOO much better. The keyboard feels great too. The two combined make for the ultimate travel productivity machine. I had 53 flights last year and this was my go to companion. It's the perfect (small) size to fit in the airplane tray, it's lightweight, and you can still detach and use the Slate as a tablet anytime you want.Pro-tip #1: make sure you update ChromeOS (I even recommend getting on the beta branch), because the later updates really "fix" the previously clunky transitions between tablet mode and laptop (w/ keyboard) mode.Pro-tip #2: The keyboard IS backlit. Hold alt and press the screen brightness keys to adjust. Note: turning on does drain the battery quicker.Highlights: the keys feel great and the battery life is incredible (lasts for weeks, if not months, and gives you plenty of notice when it's getting low). Doesn't take up nearly as much desk space as the type-cover keyboard, and this makes the Slate a perfectly lappable 2-in-1.Lowlights: not many. The only thing that's a little weird is that all the weight is in the screen/Slate, so it's kind of top heavy vs a normal laptop. But you get used to this and it's SOOO much more versatile.Thanks for an awesome product, Brydge!

UPDATE:This thing sucks. It constantly tries to select text when you are trying to scroll. It makes the mouse jump all over the screen. There is no stand for the tablet, so it's nearly impossible to use on your lap as the tablet is heavier than the keyboard. Because it is top-heavy, it just falls over when you are trying to type on your lap. I'm mad I spent this much money on a simple keyboard that makes the tablet even more frustrating. Save your money and buy a real computer with a real keyboard.Original review:I've been using this keyboard for several days, so I can't speak about the battery life or how it holds up over time. But I've noticed the following:1. If the tablet slips a little in the hinges, it interferes with the screen usage. You won't be able to get the screen taps to work. You just need to center the screen, but this speaks to the hinges not holding the screen tightly enough. This makes me worry that over time, it may loosen and maybe the tablet will slip out. The hinges hold the tablet fairly tightly, but when I tucked it under my arm to run downstairs, it must have slipped in the hinges a bit, and honestly it took me a few seconds of frustration to figure out the problem. If you just use this at your desk, I imagine this won't be an issue for you.2. The tablet is heavy enough that when the tablet/keyboard is open, if you jiggle it, the screen will lean back (open further) on its own. This also makes me worry that over time, it may become floppy, for lack of a better word. Moveable parts do tend to break in over time...3. Please be aware that you can't flip the keyboard over to use the the tablet in portrait mode. You can open it to just over 180 degrees, but that's it. If this is written in the description, I missed that part. Also when open "flat," it's not flat. There is an offset at the hinges. I'm pretty disappointed that I have to pull the tablet out of the keyboard to use it as a tablet.4. It isn't terribly stable on anything but a table or other flat surface. Not great when using it on your lap. Part of that is not the keyboard's fault. The tablet is heavier than the keyboard so it is top heavy, making it feel tippy when not on a table. Also this tablet can get quite hot when in use, and the hot spot is right at the bottom, middle part of the screen when in this case, making it uncomfortably hot to use on your lap.5. In my opinion, the keystroke length is a little longer than comfortable, but you may love it. It does take a while to adapt to a new keyboard, so I'm hoping that over time, this won't be an issue.6. Not crazy about the hinges sticking out from the top of the unit when the tablet/keyboard is closed. And like others said, there is no protection for the tablet. I don't care about scratches, as these all become junk after a few years since the battery isn't replaceable, at least easily. But I still prefer tablet keyboards that have a case that you pop the tablet into. The small amount of protection they provide gives me peace of mind.7. I wish there was a key for the home screen, or whatever it's called. If there is one, I haven't found it. I have to swipe up on the screen to get to all the apps. Seems like there should be a key to get to all your apps.The good:1. The price is great compared with the official Google keyboard.2. I found it fairly easy to get the tablet into the hinges. The key is to line up the hinges so they meet the keyboard at the same angle.3. It looks nice. Good fit and finish. I like the feet on the bottom of the keyboard. When used on a table, it doesn't slip around. And the backlit keys are nice. You can change the intensity of the light and even turn it off, which is nice when watching a movie in bed.4. I like an attached keyboard, so I prefer this to some random bluetooth keyboard. YMMV.5. The track pad is good. I've found it responsive and easy to use.If you are rich, I'd say get the official Google keyboard (or both!), if not, get this one. For $200, I'd expect the Google keyboard to be able to clean my bathroom.

TL;DR I really wish this product wasn't plagued with QC problems because the feel and look of this keyboard is much, much better than the Pixel Slate Keyboard. Nevertheless, even with these issues, I would recommend this keyboard over the Pixel Slate Keyboard. Having used both, this one is still a much more enjoyable experience than the Google-designed option. That being said, I'll be returning this keyboard (again) and ordering another in hopes of a non-defective item.Comparison between Pixel Slate Keyboard and Brydge G-Type---Materials: The Brydge G-Type keyboard looks and feels much more premium than the Pixel Slate Keyboard. The Pixel Slate Keyboard feels flimsy in its attachment to the tablet whereas this device is firmly clamped on. Not only that, it's metal shell matches the high-quality feeling of the tablet. This device has minimal keyboard flex compared to the Pixel Slate Keyboard which every now and then might result in an extra click because the keyboard had "too much" pressure on one side. I have been worried about tearing the Pixel Slate Keyboard's soft exterior whereas this has never been a concern with the Brydge keyboard.Use: The Pixel Slate Keyboard is much easier on your hands and does not feel as cramped. The keyboard layout on the Brydge keyboard is a bit narrow which makes it somewhat hard to type. I do type a lot and it's possible to reach 100wpm+ on this keyboard. The Pixel Slate Keyboard is also much quieter. That being said, this keyboard does offer a very nice tactile response to typing. If you prefer mechanical keyboards, this might be as good as it gets for a tablet keyboard. There's a very distinct typing sound and feeling for better or worse.Size & Weight: The Brydge keyboard is substantially heavier than the Pixel Slate Keyboard. This is to be expected because the materials are naturally a lot heavier. I prefer this increase in weight over the flimsiness of the Pixel Slate Keyboard.Battery Life: The Pixel Slate Keyboard does not require charging whereas this device does. The battery does seem to last quite awhile but beware of quality control problems. I believe it is advertised that this device will last 6 months on battery. With the keyboard backlight off, I've maybe used it around 6 hours per day. It loses around 5% during this time period. Maybe it'll last 2 months according to their calculations (2hrs of use per day) but I'm skeptical.Screen Damage Concerns: Obviously the Pixel Slate Keyboard will not damage the screen. This Brydge Keyboard however, has a lot of online rumors that it'll make part of the screen "white". After using this for quite awhile and opening and closing the device multiple times with the Pixel Slate attached, I'm not worried at all. There does appear to be a small white impression resulting from the device's pressure on the screen when closing the device, but it only happens at the bottom two corners and is about the size of 4mm x 4mm in the shape of a triangle. No damage seems to persist. It is however not possible to cause this white spot using your fingers from my experience.Quality Control (QC) Issues---The first device I was issued was riddled with cosmetic defects, signs of use, and a battery problem. In terms of cosmetic issues, the top right corner of the device (where the hinge is) had a bit of metal sticking out and had part of the aluminum (near the hinge) fall off like peeling paint from a wall. The device also arrived as if it had been used (white eraser like shavings in the box and bent materials). At the discounted price of $80, I'd let this slide. What is unacceptable though is that the device's battery life does not charge up to full on a new device. After attempting to charge the device multiple times, it only reached up to 87%. This number is obtainable from Google Chrome's Github repository demos (search: "web Bluetooth battery life sample") which allows devices to communicate over the Bluetooth 4 wireless standard. I have no reason to doubt these numbers.The second device I received had a loose screw, insensitive keys, and (again) battery problems. While typing, some keys would be periodically dropped from input. This was particularly noticeable on the '[u]' and '[space]' key. Furthermore, this device charged up to only 76% after repeated attempts over two days.Hopefully Brydge can amp up their quality control since these problems make a great product rather disappointing. Even so, this product is much better than the Pixel Slate Keyboard so I'll order another one in hopes of it being problem-free. I'll update this review if anything changes.