Apple Wireless Keyboard Kit MB167LL/A by Apple Computer
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Digital camera reviews of Apple Wireless Keyboard Kit MB167LL/A
Digital camera Review: Beautiful and improved my typing accuracy
Summary: 5 Stars
I can't believe how great this keyboard is. When I saw my husband's, which he had purchased along with his new iMac, I had an oddly visceral reaction to it and raved about the design for several minutes. I've had my own for about a month now. It's slim, it's beautiful, it's easy to clean -- and the low profile of its keys has increased my typing accuracy. (I was using one of the older clear/white Apple keyboards, which now feels hopelessly clumsy.) I am a usability specialist by trade and I can't see what one of the other reviewers is complaining about -- I have experienced absolutely no usability problems with this keyboard.
I keep thinking how odd it is that I had such a strong reaction to a keyboard. I lusted after it even more than I did an iPhone. But I'm happy to say that it's every bit as nice as I thought it would be.
Digital camera Review: Best keyboard I've owned
Summary: 5 Stars
I've searched for a long time to find a good keyboard. I've purchased expensive keyboards from IBM, Microsoft, Apple, Logitech, as well as some lesser-known brands. Usually they've been USB since I've been a little skeptical of bluetooth. Always I've managed to get by with what I purchased, but I've never found the right combination of features and ergonomics.
The new Apple Bluetooth Keyboard is by far the best keyboard I've owned. After using one for several months, I've purchased a second to use at the office.
1) The ergonomics are great. It has a very low profile for a straighter wrist angle. The lack of a numeric keypad, while a small liability, actually increases the ergonomics of the keyboard by making it easier and more natural to center the keyboard in front of you. As a software developer I find that I don't miss the keypad much, although your mileage may vary. And while nearly all of my previous keyboards have been split keyboards for ergonomic reasons, I've found that I haven't missed the split at all on this keyboard.
2) The bluetooth connection is very reliable. Just make sure you update your keyboards firmware via Apple Updates. The older firmware revision suffered from the occasional duplicate stroke.
3) Media keys are important to me, and these are well thought-out and consistent with those on the Macbook (and presumably Macbook Pro). They make reaching for the right key natural regardless of whether you're using the bluetooth or laptop keyboard.
4) Cleaning is ridiculously easy. Just wipe it down with a sanitary wipe after you push the power button. It's amazing how dirty the other kids' keyboards look around the office. No matter how hard you try, you just can't ever get the crud out of those things.
Overall, I can't think of anything negative to say about the thing. It looks good, feels natural, works great, and is super easy to clean. Oh, and regular or rechargeable batteries seem to last for several months with extensive use. Nice one, Apple.
Digital camera Review: Best keyboard money can buy.
Summary: 5 Stars
This is hands down the most comfortable wireless keyboard ever. It looks beautiful, it's simple, and it works flawlessly. It also has great battery life. In other words, it's perfect! But you will have to pay for perfection. The $80 price tag is pretty steep, but worth the freedom that this keyboard gives you.Digital camera Review: Bluetooth defined
Summary: 5 Stars
The promise of Bluetooth technology has largely been unfulfilled, unless you count those people seemingly talking to themselves on the streets with that attachment protruding from their ear. In my youth, anyone engaging in conversation alone would seem to be a good candidate for the looney bin. Now it is nothing to be startled by someone behind you in the supermarket aisle saying things like "She's too young to go out with someone in college" or other intimate details of personal or family life.
So despite a healthy skepticism of Bluetooth, I have embraced this beautiful and compact keyboard with enthusiasm.
There are two basic reasons to go wireless at your Mac. The first is aesthetic. Macs, and particularly iMacs are contemporary classics which look even better untehered by wires running out from under it. (This also is a reason buy the excellent Apple Mighty Mouse Wireless Kit The second is functional. Keyboards do not need to be less than a foot from their hosts. All you need to do is see the screen.With a big enough iMac, that range can be substantial.
This keyboard is very lightweight and extremely responsive. There is no appreciable lag from key strike to display. The only negative is that the keyboard configuration gives up separate numbers display. But so do laptops, and people get along just fine. You will too.
Digital camera Review: Close to perfection
Summary: 4 Stars
I know it is Mac keyboard but some keys are missing which you have to map using third party software. I mean even Mac people will have problem using Home, End, Page up & Down + Delete keys if you have windows on Mac. Otherwise look, size, performance & comfort is top notch but price is high as other apple product (which is not fare that's why I never buy apple product) It is only small & thin keyboard in market which you can carry with your laptop bag so no choice but have to buy it.
BTW: Logitech was my choice for 4-5 years but size of this keyboard is not available from logitech.