The Green Lion Magic Keyboard Case for iPad Air 11-inch is now available at Mascom International for KSh 15,000, brand new and sealed. The unit pairs scissor-mechanism keys with a multi-touch trackpad, a built-in Apple Pencil holder, a 500mAh rechargeable battery, and a Type-C charging port. Bluetooth holds a stable link at distances up to 10 metres. Green Lion catalogues the black 11-inch version under SKU GNMGKYAIR11BK. Collect the Green Lion Magic Keyboard Case at Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD, or order it for delivery anywhere in Kenya.
Students at the University of Nairobi, Strathmore, and USIU keep telling us the same thing: the on-screen keyboard slows them down once an assignment passes 500 words. Consultants, lawyers, and account managers hit the same wall when a client meeting turns into a 40-minute note-taking session. The Green Lion Magic Keyboard Case solves that by giving the iPad Air 11-inch a physical key bed and a trackpad, so editing a document no longer means tapping and dragging at the screen. Backlit keys keep the layout readable during evening matatu commutes and late library sessions.
Apple's own keyboard for the same tablet sells at more than four times this price in Kenya. The Green Lion Magic Keyboard Case covers the same core jobs, typing, cursor control, and front-and-back protection, at KSh 15,000. Buyers across Nairobi tell us the scissor keys and the pencil slot are what sell them, because the Apple Pencil stops rolling around inside a bag. Nothing else near this price puts backlighting, a trackpad, and a stylus holder in one unit. Come to our Kimathi Street counter, fit the Green Lion Magic Keyboard Case on your own iPad, and type on it before you pay.
Common Questions About the Green Lion Magic Keyboard Case
Will this keyboard case fit my iPad Air 11-inch?
Yes. Green Lion builds this SKU specifically for the 11-inch iPad Air, covering the M2 2024 and M3 2025 models. The cutouts line up with the rear camera, the side button, and the Type-C port on those tablets. If you own a 13-inch iPad Air, Green Lion sells a separate GNMGKYAIR13BK version instead. Bring your tablet to our Kimathi Street shop and we will fit it in front of you before you buy anything.
How long does the 500mAh battery last between charges?
The 500mAh cell is sized for weeks of typing, not hours, because a Bluetooth keyboard draws very little current compared with a screen. Green Lion's comparable 500mAh keyboard cases quote roughly 55 hours of typing with the backlight off and around 5 hours with it on at full brightness. Auto-sleep cuts power when you close the cover. You charge over Type-C using the same cable that charges your iPad Air.
Does this case have a trackpad or only keys?
It has a multi-touch trackpad below the key bed. That matters because iPadOS supports a cursor and gesture control, so you can select text, drag files between apps, and scroll a long PDF without lifting your hand to the screen. Two-finger scrolling and three-finger app switching both work. For anyone marking up contracts or editing spreadsheets on an iPad Air, the trackpad removes most of the reaching that makes tablet work tiring.
Can I type on it in a dark room?
Yes. The keys are backlit, so the letters stay readable in low light. Practically, that means you can keep working during a Nairobi power interruption, type on an evening flight, or take notes in a dim conference hall without squinting. The backlight is switchable, and running it dark stretches battery life considerably, which is why most owners leave it off during daylight and switch it on after sunset.
Where does the Apple Pencil go?
The case carries a built-in pencil holder along the top edge, so the Apple Pencil travels with the iPad Air rather than loose in your bag. This is the single feature buyers mention most at our counter. A dedicated slot stops the pencil from rolling under a car seat or snapping off a clip. The holder suits the standard Apple Pencil shape, and we recommend testing your specific pencil at the shop before purchase.
How does it compare with Apple's own Magic Keyboard?
Apple's version uses a floating cantilever hinge and a pass-through Type-C port on the keyboard itself, and it retails well above KSh 60,000 in Kenya. Green Lion's unit connects over Bluetooth instead, adds backlit keys and a pencil holder that Apple omits, and covers both faces of the tablet. You give up pass-through charging and the cantilever design. For most students and office users, that trade saves a large sum of money.
How do I pair it with my iPad?
Charge the case for a couple of hours over Type-C, then switch the keyboard on and press the Bluetooth pairing key. Open Settings, tap Bluetooth on your iPad Air, and select the keyboard when it appears in the device list. Pairing takes under a minute and only needs doing once. After that the keyboard reconnects on its own. Our Nairobi CBD team will pair it for you at the counter if you prefer.
Does it protect the iPad when I am not typing?
It does. The case wraps both the front and the back of the iPad Air 11-inch, so the screen and the aluminium shell are covered when the cover is shut. That handles the realistic hazards: a bag knock on a matatu, a slide across a desk, or a short drop from a lap. It is a folio-style cover, not a rugged drop case, so treat it as everyday protection rather than site-grade armour.
Who should buy this in Kenya at KSh 15,000?
University students writing coursework, lawyers reviewing files between Milimani sittings, sales teams filing reports from the field, and anyone who bought an iPad Air and then found themselves emailing from it all day. If your tablet has quietly become your main writing machine, a physical key bed pays for itself within a week. If you only stream and browse, a plain folio cover at a lower price makes more sense.
Technical Specifications
Keyboard Hardware and Typing Mechanism
- Scissor-mechanism key switches deliver short, defined travel, closer to a laptop key bed than a flat membrane pad.
- Quiet keystrokes suit shared offices, lecture halls, and open-plan spaces where loud typing draws attention.
- Backlit keys stay readable in low light, useful during evening work and Kenya's occasional power interruptions.
- Function row handles brightness, volume, and playback without opening iPadOS settings menus every time.
- Full-size letter keys reduce mistyping compared with the on-screen keyboard that eats half the display.
- Keyboard section detaches or folds flat depending on how you position the case for reading.
Trackpad Control and Gesture Support
- Multi-touch trackpad sits below the key bed and drives the iPadOS cursor directly.
- Two-finger scrolling moves through long PDFs, spreadsheets, and web pages without touching the screen.
- Three-finger swipes switch between open apps, which speeds up moving text between Notes and Mail.
- Tap-to-click and drag selection let you highlight paragraphs precisely for editing or quoting.
- Cursor control reduces arm fatigue during long sessions, since your hands stay on the deck.
- Trackpad requires iPadOS 13.4 or newer, which every supported iPad Air model already runs.
Wireless Connection and Pairing Range
- Bluetooth wireless link connects the keyboard to your iPad Air with no cable between the two.
- Operating distance reaches up to 10 metres, so the tablet can sit on a stand across a desk.
- Pairing runs once through the iPad Bluetooth settings menu, then reconnects automatically on wake.
- Magnetic alignment holds the iPad Air securely in position while the keyboard stays connected.
- Auto-sleep drops the keyboard into standby when the cover closes, saving charge between sessions.
- No dongle or receiver needed, leaving the iPad Air Type-C port free for other accessories.
Battery Capacity and Type-C Charging
- 500mAh lithium battery powers only the keyboard and trackpad, never drawing from the iPad Air.
- Type-C charging port accepts the same cable you already use for the iPad Air itself.
- Backlight off extends runtime dramatically; backlight on at full brightness shortens it to a few hours.
- Comparable Green Lion 500mAh keyboard cases reach a full charge in roughly two to three hours.
- Standby draw is minimal, so a charged unit sits ready for weeks between typing sessions.
Build Materials and Device Protection
- Folio construction covers the display and the rear shell of the iPad Air when shut.
- Leather-effect exterior resists everyday scuffing from bag straps, desks, and car seats.
- Reinforced hinge holds the tablet upright at typing angles without sagging mid-session.
- Precise cutouts leave the rear camera, side button, and charging port reachable while cased.
- Closed cover shields the screen from keys, coins, and pens sharing the same bag compartment.
- Treat this as daily protection for commuting and desk work rather than a rugged drop case.
iPad Compatibility and Apple Pencil Storage
- Built for the iPad Air 11-inch, covering the M2 2024 and M3 2025 tablets.
- Green Lion lists the black 11-inch unit as SKU GNMGKYAIR11BK with EAN 6935100186030.
- A separate GNMGKYAIR13BK version covers the 13-inch iPad Air, sold apart from this listing.
- Built-in pencil holder keeps the Apple Pencil with the tablet instead of loose in your bag.
- Pencil slot prevents the stylus rolling off desks or snapping away from a magnetic edge.
- Bring your own iPad Air to our Kimathi Street counter and we will confirm fit before purchase.
Package Contents
Every Green Lion Magic Keyboard Case sold at Mascom International arrives sealed with:
- Green Lion Magic Keyboard Case for iPad Air 11-inch in black
- Type-C charging cable
- User manual and pairing instructions
- Mascom International warranty card
Note:No power adapter is supplied, which is normal for keyboard cases. Any Type-C charger you already own will refill the 500mAh battery. Adapters are stocked separately at our Nairobi CBD counter.
Warranty
The Green Lion Magic Keyboard Case carries a 6-month Mascom International warranty on manufacturing defects, covering the key mechanism, the trackpad, the battery, and the Bluetooth module under normal use. Claims are handled directly at our Nairobi CBD service desk, with no third-party dispatch and no waiting on an overseas returns process.
Buying the Green Lion Magic Keyboard Case from Mascom International
Mascom International stocks the Green Lion Magic Keyboard Case in black at Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD. Walk in Monday through Saturday between 9:00 AM and 7:00 PM, bring your iPad Air 11-inch, and type on the keys before you commit to anything.
Three ways to order:
- Call/WhatsApp +254 708 852 521
- Email info@mascomintl.com
- Order through www.mascomintl.com
Pay-on-arrival delivery reaches every Kenyan county. Nairobi and its environs receive the keyboard case the same day. Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, Eldoret, and all other major towns receive it within 1 business day. Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Lamu, Tana River, and Turkana receive delivery within 2-3 business days. You inspect the unit and pay only when it arrives.
Every unit ships with the 6-month Mascom warranty stated above.
Buyers across Kenya rely on Mascom International for accurate product details, current Kenyan pricing, and after-sales backing handled from our own Nairobi CBD counter rather than passed down a chain.
