Logitech launches Tablet Accessories for iOS and Android

After Logitech's recent release of the rebranded Zaggmate Keyboard Case for iPad, the peripheral manufacturer has finally decided to dive into the tablet market with its line of Android and iOS combatable devices.

The Tablet Keyboard for iPad and Android is a keyboard that comes with a carrying case. The bonus is that the keyboard's hard-shell case also doubles as a stand for the iPad or Android tablet, which can be displayed vertically or horizontally. It comes with pre-installed 4 AAA batteries. The Tablet Keyboard for Android is compatible with Android OS 3.0 and later and Bluetooth (HID profile) capable devices. The iPad version of course supports both iPad 1 and 2 and uses Bluetooth to connect to your iOS devices, so you could also connect the keyboard to your iPhone or iPod Touch. However, most Android smartphones don't support the HID Bluetooth profile required, so compatible Android devices will likely be limited to tablets. Aside from the usual QWERTY layout included on every keyboard, Logitech has also added play/pause and volume control for media.

Logitech has also included a Bluetooth wireless mouse among the roster, being that these tablets are touch-capable and the interfaces not intended for mouse use I see little a mouse can offer in this market.

The Logitech Tablet Keyboard for iPad and Android (69.99 direct) and the Tablet Mouse (49.99 direct) will be available sometime in May.

Logitech launches 4-Port USB Hubs for notebooks in India

Logitech has launched two accessories for notebooks in India. They consist of a regular and a premium version of 4-Port USB Hubs. The accessories mainly target the traveling executives.

“Executive travel compels us to have thin and light notebooks. This, usually ends up in scaling down some notebook features to enhance portability. One such feature that is sacrificed is the USB port. Many products today connect to the notebook through this port. The list of peripherals is growing day by day. In order to make the lives of notebook users easier, we have added these hi-speed USB Hubs to our already existing wide range of notebook peripherals”, says Subrotah Biswas, Country Manager for India and SAARC of Logitech.

The premium version offers high speed transfer. The products are priced at Rs 895 and Rs 1495 and come with one year warranty.