Although the iPhone 4 is a super cool tech device, there are still people who can't work with a touchscreen smartphone. In creating a solution to the two needs the Keyboard Buddy has been created to make wannabe Apple users happy.
The nifty little keypad is actually in a protective case for the phone. The keyboard slides out from the side for easy functionality. It also has an integrated mini-USB port for charging this handy little keyboard. The Keyboard Buddy has a button to turn it on or off but it can lasts up to 45 days so there's really no need to.
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The Keyboard Buddy Attaches to Your iPhone 4 to Make Typing Easier
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