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I bought this keyboard because I tried it first in school, and I liked they way the keys don't need to be pushed down very far, much like a laptop keyboard, which is what I'm used to. The USB extension cord that comes with the keyboard has a little nib that prevents you from using it on any other device, which is kind of a dick move on Apple's part.I gave the keyboard five stars because I've gotten over the shortcomings, taped over the stupid "Return", "Apple" and "Eject"(Escape) buttons with electrical tape, and the whole thing looks pretty cool now. Most of the keys are the same, but there are some differences that you'll have to get used to.
It looks decent, seems to resist scratches, and is light. As far as I can tell, they can't be reprogrammed for anything with any applications that I can find. It's easy to fix, clean and is pretty sturdy (I've dropped it once or twice).
The ALT and Windows (the apple key for you ignorant mac users) keys are switched, the "Clear" button is Num Lock, there is no Print Screen button or equivalent, but there are F13-F19. the USB ports in either side of the bottom are pretty useful, and the keyboard itself comes with an extension cable, which is nice.Now the bad parts. First of all, Apple does not support this keyboard AT ALL for use on PCs.
Apple doesn't make any drivers to get the keys to work, which is just bad marketing, but then again, the only good thing Apple does do is advertising, however untruthful, manipulative and misleading. The Caps Lock key now has Caps Lock filed off and Billy Mays Mode professionally printed on it, so the overall makeover kind of makes up for how flamboyant and unprofessional it looks.
Setup was a breeze-just plug in and it's up and running. It almost lays on the desktop. I love the look sleek look of this keyboard and it operates and functions great. However, because of it's low profile, it seems to be a bit difficult to type on sometimes. Other than that, it is lightweight, works well and I would recommend it. I think I'll get used to the profile over time.
I purchased this to replace my plastic white iMac's keyboard (last generation system). USB-powered hard drives, Wacom tablets, even SD/CF card readers will fail because they require more current than these ports supply, so you'll have to plug them into the computer, or a powered hub.But keyboards with USB ports are still uncommon, so I do not fault Apple for not giving them more current. This keyboard is both stylish AND practical.
I certainly do. This price is comparable to other keyboards.The keyboard also supplies 2 extra USB ports, a much needed innovation for a lot of people. The flatness took some getting used to, but once you adapt, you'll enjoy typing on it more.
And at $30, you don't have to suffer much for fashion either. This design is beautiful and takes up less space. The keys feel better to the touch and don't make nearly as much noise.As with all of Apple's designs, you don't have to sacrifice form for functionality, or the other way around.
The one major downside is that they don't provide enough power to run most of my devices, except for USB memory sticks or mouse. I am very happy with this attractive, comfortable, and useful keyboard.
This keyboard is awesome. I love the tactile feedback and numeric keypad. Worth the money if you have a Mac and need an external keyboard.
This keyboard ios awful. hile it looks pretty, it often goive syou unexpected surprises when typing. Unless copnstantl;y correcting mistakes is something you don't mindf doing, I'd stay away from this keyboard.
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