I recently bought a Bluetooth keyboard but it keeps disconnecting every 10-15 minutes, which is super frustrating. Is there a way to fix this issue? Also, can anyone recommend a Bluetooth keyboard that doesn't have these problems? I've seen a lot of negative reviews about various options.
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If the keyboard disconnects when it's not being used, it's likely due to your power settings. You should use the dongle that came with it for a more stable connection. Changing a few settings can also help to prevent it from sleeping too often. Just make sure your PC doesn't go to sleep while it's plugged in, as most PCs require a wired keyboard to wake them up.
Have you tried checking if other devices are disconnecting too? The issue might be on your computer's side. Sometimes updating or rolling back your Bluetooth drivers, or even upgrading your Bluetooth card or dongle, can resolve these issues.
I think I have a dongle... can you guide me on how to use it?
Is your keyboard going into power saver mode? That could be causing the disconnections too. You might want to check your settings or consult your keyboard’s user manual for details on disabling this feature.
I've dealt with loose dongles before and it can be really annoying!
I've been really happy with the Logitech MX Keys keyboard I got a few years ago. I've used it both via their wireless USB adapter and Bluetooth without any disconnection issues. It's definitely worth checking out!
I think it did come with a dongle, but I’m unsure how to use it. Can you help me? Just to clarify, I'm using it with my tablet, not a PC.