Samsung launched the new and innovative Pro Keyboard in the US and European markets to provide an exceptional user experience. This tablet features a strong structure made of high-quality aluminum with a large trackpad that supports multi-touch, which contributes to transforming this pioneering 14.6-inch tablet into a practical and effective alternative to traditional laptops, but it comes at a very high cost that may make some users hesitate before making a purchase decision.
Samsung began providing this advanced panel through its official stores in the United States and Germany after its successful launch in Korea during the middle of last March. The official price of the keyboard is approximately 399.99 US dollars in the American market and the equivalent of 389.90 euros in European markets, but buyers can save significant amounts of money when purchasing from independent retailers, as the keyboard is available at a price starting from 349 US dollars and at a price starting from 239 euros in Europe.
The new Samsung keyboard shares the high price and relatively heavy weight with the Magic Keyboard from Apple. The weight of the keyboard alone is about 0.64 kilograms, bringing the total weight when combined with the tablet to 1.33 kilograms, which makes this integrated combination heavier than many standard 14-inch laptops currently available in the market, which is something that must be taken into consideration for those who prefer very light devices while constantly on the move.
Samsung justifies this high price and heavy weight by relying on excellent manufacturing materials and providing high-quality finishes. The keyboard casing is mainly made of durable aluminum with a carefully designed hinge to maintain the stability of the tablet and facilitate the use of the touch screen without any problems. The connection process takes place very smoothly via metal pins located on the back of the device, which eliminates the need to charge the tablet or pair it via Bluetooth technology.
Users can fold the tablet computer with the keyboard just like traditional laptops to facilitate carrying and storing. This combination works perfectly with Samsung’s DeX desktop mode to provide an integrated working interface that meets the needs of professionals, and the keyboard includes a dedicated key for artificial intelligence technologies along with three additional function keys that can be assigned to open specific applications of the user’s choice to speed up access to favorite programs and tools with the push of a button.
