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Great Device, 2 Quirks
User: Matt Thorne, Sep 3, 2008
Pros:
Compact, Good Battery Life
Cons:
? Key, Connectivity (Possible OS 4.5 Beta Issue), Structural Support
Ive been using this keyboard to take notes in class over the last few weeks and I really enjoy not having to take my laptop to class anymore. The keyboard is great on its two AAA batteries and using the bluetooth connection does use some battery life but nothing significant on my BlackBerry 8330.
The only issues I have with the device is that even when paired, when I turn the keyboard on I have to go into the Keyboard application and check the "Activate Keyboard" check box. I prefer to close all of my programs when Im not using them so by leaving the "Activate Keyboard" box unchecked, it shuts the program down while Im not using the keyboard. The auto-connection isnt reliable in my experience, but I am running OS 4.5.0.77 and it could possibly be a glitch with the OS as the driver and control panel are made for OS 4.2.
My other issue is the ? mark key is swapped with the shift key which can be annoying, but as the days go by Im getting used to it.
Overall I love the convenience of the keyboard/BlackBerry combo rather than lugging around a laptop and AC charger for the day.
Great Accessory!
User: Chris C, Apr 12, 2009
Pros:
Ease of use, OTA Driver DL
Cons:
Weird "?" placement
Reading the other reviews, I was a bit scared to buy this...but I took the plunge anyways and all I can say is that Im glad I did!
Ive had absolutely no connectivity issues with this device on my Storm. There is a very slight delay when typing, but it is easy to get used to.
The only con is that they placed the question mark on the wrong side of the left shift key...I have no idea what the reasoning on that was!
Keyboard and the BB Storm a perfect match
User: Chris Fox, Feb 22, 2009
Pros:
works great
Cons:
set-up is a little funky and hit or miss
Workes great with my curve and now works well with my Storm. Very compact.
Freedom Universal Bluetooth Keyboard for BlackBerry Storm 9530
User: George Vandervort, May 26, 2009
Pros:
easy to install and Setup Works great
Cons:
Instruction manual Small Font print
Quick Delivery and Worked first time Right out of the Box..
easy to setup and Keyboard large enough to fit my Fat Fingers grin
Im Glad I bought it..
Freedom Keyboard-2 Can Be a Great Add On 4 You
User: Martin Piccoli, Sep 6, 2008
Pros:
Size, Battery Life, Fairly solid considering # of parts
Cons:
Slight delay in typing Some difficulty in set-up
I followed the directions on the "Quick Start" guide and my Universal Keyboard worked immediately, just as described. I quickly got used to the feel of the keyboard and the slight delay between typing a letter or command, and having that keystroke executed. The next day, however, when I turned my BB Curve 8330 on and tried to link the keyboard, nothing happened. I tried and tried. I started to get frustrated. It took about a solid hour of troubleshooting to eliminate the problem (though Im not 100 sure what the problem was!) The device has now been working seamlessly through boots and reboots, battery changes, days off.... If you are the kind of person who can work through small glitches should they arise, this device holds real promise. I like it very much.
