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I tend to watch much reviews and focus on negative reviews prior to buying any products. For the Clicks keyboard, some of the major concerns people have was that the product is gimmicky (not too much value), the weight distribution is an issue and the lack of MagSafe support. As an avid Blackberry user - even going back to the days of Sidekick and the Voicestream 3way V100 device (yikes! that old)...I have enjoyed using tactile buttons on a smart device. The Blackberry I used was the Blackberry Key2...which I enjoyed but am biased to my Apple ecosystem, so the Key2 had limited used except for business use. I was skeptical about the Clicks keyboard considering its founders were heavily invested in the Blackberry seen; thus meaning there was an emotional, nostalgic investment towards the products (not solely because it addressed an issue in the smart phone world). Anyways, after fighting resistance and opting to buy, I am more than satisfied with my purchase. The learning curve was more of a trip down memory lane as missteps (or missed taps keys) experienced during the first two weeks are not noticeable after a month of use. I can even type while not looking down and concentrating on my sports on the big screen. An act I was not able to fulfill since my days of using the Blackberry Bold and Sidekick. Even as much as I enjoyed my Blackberry Passport, I did find the keys too far apart while the Blackberry Key2 keys were too thin. While these keys tend to be smaller than I preferred, it is a conceded tradeoff that we must accept nowadays considering the smaller widths of phones. Noticeable benefits: I rarely take it out of the case. I was going to assume because of its size and lack of MagSafe, I was only going to use it during work hours to power through on emails. I find myself rarely taking it off and writing more social media posts on it. The top-heavy concern is not that much of an issue as I am already used to hold my phone is such a manner when typing on a virtual keyboard anyway. Now, typing on a tactile keyboard, it seems much more satisfying feeling my tips press on buttons knowing I am actually hitting a key - much like a keyboard. That sensation "tricks" my brain into knowing that I did not miss a key and I can concentrate much quicker on the next key or word, rather than continuously glancing on what I wrote to see if there are any errors on my sentence. The only draw back is the lack of MagSafe. For charging, it is not much of an issue as I can easily plug a USB-C wire or even lay it on top of a Qi Wireless charging puck. However, my daily wallet is MagSafe and I do see myself carrying it less. Thankfully, with Apple Wallet, most of my cards, IDs and commuter passes are all stored electronically so I do not need to have my physical wallet at my possession at all times. So, overall, I am highly satisfied with the product and glad I purchased it.
Solid experience, took some getting used to (like any phone keyboard) but quickly became very efficient with typing. Previous heavy Blackberry user missed the experience so much. Received multiple laudatory comments in a matter of two weeks: (1) Boarding a flight - "wow" and had never seen before; (2) Apple Store - buying a new watch and genius desk loved the form; (3) Auto Dealer - test driving a car - salesperson took a photo for her family (who missed physical keyboard). Did not buy for attention, but a super positive benefit!
for the generation that grew up with blackberry and physical keyboards, Clicks is a Godsend! I have missed typing without looking at the screen or they keys, and I’m getting there! A few more weeks I suppose! And definitely starts a few conversations when they see my pull my phone out to type!
Really good clicking experience when typing like in the old Blackberry or Palm devices I miss a lot. The design is perfect and de drawback of the increased size is completely compensated with the fact of happiness and satisfaction of shortcuts, full keyboard access possibilities and the use of messenger apps with full screen available all the time. It worths every cent even not being cheap at all. Keep going! Click team!
Ex blackberry lover here. I haven’t had this case for long but it is what I’ve been missing for years. It feels strange yet familiar at first. Surprisingly lightweight, and very comfortable to hold. Clicks fan. Thank you for creating this!
I can’t use an iPhone without Clicks now. Using one on my personal 16 Pro and my work 15. I even grabbed one to use for my Nothing Phone 1 device so I have Clicks on Android. If physical/qwerty is a need, you owe it to yourself to get a Clicks case.
The operation and design are all top notch. The backlight on the dial is bright enough to use when typing in the dark without any problems. The best part is that I already enjoy typing, it's a great experience. I will always be concerned if this keyboard is compatible as a requirement when updating my smartphone.
I love the idea of the clicks. But with the iPhone pro max yikes it’s huge. I can’t put it in may bag easily and I can’t set it in my charger box In my car. So if I’m not going anywhere I then put the case on. It’s hard to hold it and type so I added a pop socket to hold while I type. Glad I’m a fonder. Hope you get better reviews than this. Thanks Becca
Great product, but unfortunately the keys and balance doesn’t work well well for me. I would also like the keyboard to be heavier or weighted. It made the phone too long and floppy. My hands have some flexibility limitations, so the product just wasn’t right for me. A modified case with a battery bump, under the keyboard and extending towards the top of the phone, might help the phone’s holding balance with the additional benefit of an external battery pack. Just a thought for a future version.
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