The Mokibo Fusion keyboard promises a minimalist approach to mobile productivity, combining a keyboard and touchpad into a single device. This compact design aims to transform tablets and smartphones into portable workstations. Does it deliver on this ambitious goal? Let’s dive into the details.
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While the concept is intriguing, the execution leaves much to be desired. The Mokibo Fusion’s attempt to merge two essential input devices results in a compromised experience for both. The space and weight saved compared to a separate travel keyboard and mouse simply don’t outweigh the frustrations of its flawed design.
Keyboard Functionality: Cramped and Uncomfortable
The Mokibo Fusion boasts a compact design, similar in size to keyboards designed for smaller iPads. The layout generally follows standard conventions, albeit with significantly reduced spacing on the left and right sides. The key spacing, reminiscent of older laptop keyboards, feels cramped and makes accurate typing challenging.
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The split spacebar, with the central section acting as a mouse click, is a unique feature. While the left and right spacebar segments are well-placed for thumb use, the overall typing experience is hampered by the flat, shallow keys and tight spacing. Even after extended use, adapting to this keyboard layout remains difficult.
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Touchpad Performance: A Janky Experience
The touch-sensitive keys function as a large touchpad, supporting tap-to-click, multi-touch gestures, and left/right click differentiation. However, the implementation is far from ideal. Using the touchpad requires carefully avoiding pressing the keys, which is a constant struggle.
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Cursor movement feels imprecise and jumpy. Furthermore, accidentally triggering the touchpad while typing, or vice versa, is a frequent occurrence. The Fn + Caps Lock combination disables the touchpad, offering a workaround for extended typing sessions, but negates the device’s core selling point.
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Additional Drawbacks: Limited Stand Functionality
The Mokibo Fusion’s cover doubles as a stand, but offers limited adjustability. The single fixed position is too upright for comfortable tablet use, making alternative stand solutions necessary. This further complicates the already compromised typing experience.
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Conclusion: An Innovative Concept Falls Short
The Mokibo Fusion presents a novel idea, but ultimately fails to deliver a satisfactory user experience. Its attempt to combine a keyboard and touchpad results in a device that performs poorly in both roles. Given the existing touchscreen capabilities of most tablets and smartphones, coupled with the availability of more effective separate keyboard and mouse solutions, the Mokibo Fusion struggles to justify its existence.
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Ultimately, opting for a dedicated travel keyboard and mouse, or simply embracing the touchscreen, offers a more practical and less frustrating mobile productivity experience.
