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Apple Keyboard with Numeric Keypad

Just a GREAT Keyboard!!!

Written by AA from huntington

Apr 1, 2009

I was very hesitant on purchasing this keyboard, but after much personal debate...I got it. And I have to say that I AM EXTREMELY PLEASED!!! I mean it's only a keyboard but it works great and I have had none of the problems that have been listed. Maybe beginners luck. It started out without any problems and I happen to like the 2 USB ports. I plugged my mouse into it and off I went.
If you're debating between this keyboard and another, you should really give this one a try. It's also very comfortable if you have Carpal Tunnel due to the low profile of the unit.
Maybe a lttle pricey for a keyboard, BUT WORTH EVERY PENNY!

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Apple Keyboard with Numeric Keypad

Slim, sleek, comfortable

Written by MB from Winnipeg

Mar 30, 2009

I purchased the French keyboard and couldn't be happier with it. I had been accustomed to working directly on my laptop keyboard and was wondering if I'd handle the switch well... Have no fear, it rocks.

18 of 21 people found this useful

Apple Keyboard with Numeric Keypad

i like it

Written by DJ from SAINT PAUL

Mar 30, 2009

first of all this is very sleek. the keys are very responsive, and also it doesn't make that annoying loud click that other plastic keyboards make. although maybe not the best keyboard for the workplace. the keys are a little spread out than other keyboards so it will take getting used to. overall its a very nice keyboard.

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Apple Keyboard with Numeric Keypad

Great accessory to the MacBook

Written by LW from Toronto

Mar 29, 2009

Smooth transition from using the MacBook keyboard to this external keyboard. I find it's much easier to type on with the angle. Takes a little adjustment to get used to the different function keys but it didn't take long to figure them out. The keyboard has a really low profile so it doesn't take up too much space and the price is reasonable for what you get.

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Apple Keyboard with Numeric Keypad

Great keyboard, even with the problems

Written by SW from Saskatoon

Mar 24, 2009

+ looks great
+ feels great (especially for someone as picky as me)
+ sounds nice

- manufacturing problems

Unfortunately, the keyboard has some manufacturing issues (as described below) so you're better off to buy somewhere local and reduce your turnaround time in case you have to get a replacement.

Problems:
I recently bought this keyboard from a local store and unfortunately the '[' key wouldn't respond most of the time (i.e. you had to press directly on the center to get it to register -- not reasonable when you're hitting a key with your pinky finger).

This is unlike the other keys where it doesn't really matter where/how I press them. I returned this keyboard and that store was out of stock so I went to another store and purchased another keyboard (obviously from a different batch).

The new keyboard had the same problem, except now it's the left arrow key! I'm going to keep returning the keyboard until I get one that works for me.

Bottom line: if you can get a properly manufactured keyboard, you will love it!

32 of 36 people found this useful

Apple Keyboard with Numeric Keypad

It's OK...errors now and then

Written by BS

Mar 24, 2009

I do seem to make typos every now and then but apart from that its a great product...better priced unlike the mighty mouse. Will need to get use to this keyboard.

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Apple Keyboard with Numeric Keypad

Slick keyboard

Written by AM

Mar 23, 2009

Got a new iMac at work a couple of weeks ago (moving from a PC) & when I first saw this keyboard, I thought there was no way I'd be able to type on it. Took to it immediately! Now, when I have to use a PC, the old school keyboad feels really clunky. Have not had any problems with the Apple keyboard (as one use described in regards to delays when pressing keys, etc.--might be because he's using it on old Macs?). Anyway, I'll be replacing my PC keyboard at home with one of these. Good job, Apple!

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Apple Keyboard with Numeric Keypad

Form over function?

Written by DL from Salt Lake City

Mar 22, 2009

This keyboard is beautiful, has a slick slow profile, and consistent feedback. That said, if you're a touch typist that has to switch back and forth from a more traditional keyboard, you're probably going to hate it. I suspect if I had the option to have one at work, I would learn to use it more effectively. But I don't and after months of use, my fingers still stumble over the keys and my error rate is unacceptable. Also, my wrists and hands tire under the strain of using such a low profile design.

If you're a "hunt and peck" typist or plan on using this as your primary keyboard where you rarely find yourself using another of a more traditional design, please disregard my feedback.

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Apple Keyboard with Numeric Keypad

Great keyboard!

Written by LA from Brooklyn Center

Mar 21, 2009

Keyboard is elegantly designed. Small and compact and totally cool! Response is amazing. It's paired with my G5 and it makes you feel like the El Capitan of the Mothership. 2 USB ports right on opposite ends. very responsive keys, plug n play set up, no fuss. Just a fabulous keyboard and it gave me a happy feeling for my $49 bucks.

It works perfectly with my editing in Final Cut Pro. It would be great to also have the keyboard overlay, but most of the shortcuts are already built into the keyboard.

If you spend a lot of time on your computer, the $49 will be an excellent investment.

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Apple Keyboard with Numeric Keypad

Apple Quality Assurance: Please check this out!

Written by RZ from O'Brien

Mar 20, 2009

Having just recently purchased two of these keyboards for our older Macs. I have a better understanding of why so many people seem to either love them or hate them.
It seems that there are no two of these new keyboards that behave alike. One works great. I had to return the other because of a strange time delay with the “up arrow” and especially the ”right arrow” key. Not a computer or software problem, it has been isolated the individual keyboard. The replacement has the same intermittent delay on the arrow keys, plus a space bar that only works about half the time. Pressing the lower half of the bar usually gets no response, even though you feel and hear the “click” of the key.
Apple has designed the “Caps Lock” key with a long delay in its response, requiring the typist to “lean” on that key for an abnormal period of time in order to get it to lock or unlock. Apple is compensating for poor typing technique at the expense good typists.
To test your keyboard’s response , Open “Keyboard Viewer” (under the “flag” on the Menu Bar; if the “flag” isn’t there, go to System Preferences / International / Input Menu, and check “Show input menu in menu bar”). The Keyboard Viewer will give you a visual indication of the response for each keystroke, easily displaying flaky key contacts or strange time delays. If you end up with one of these new Aluminum keyboards that doesn’t work properly, my advice is to have it replaced immediately (and repeat if necessary, until you get a GOOD one). There seems to be a high percentage that truly are defective. It’s time for the Quality Assurance folks at Apple to get a handle on this problem!

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Apple Keyboard with Numeric Keypad

Works Great on my Windows Vista PC

Written by LB from Five Dock

Mar 19, 2009

I'm please to say that this keyboard works on Windows based PCs. Chunk by chunk, I'm moving towards an Apple world!

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Apple Keyboard with Numeric Keypad

REALLY nice keyboard!

Written by FS from Lawrenceville

Mar 18, 2009

This is one of the best keyboards I have ever had. It has a nice feel and a very positive response. The design is super and very easy to look at. Would have liked to get this keyboard with num keypad as a wireless kb but it is not to be. I wish the cord was longer but my board shipped with a short extension cable that worked for me.

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Apple Keyboard with Numeric Keypad

Reverse Whine

Written by AM from Fatima

Mar 17, 2009

I have to reverse my whine about Apple keyboards this one is first class and it actually does all that Apple says its suppose to do. Ok, here it comes!

I recommend this keyboard.

Alright, I feel much better now.

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Apple Keyboard with Numeric Keypad

iLove it!

Written by SP from orchard park

Mar 15, 2009

comfortable. quiet. attractive. very easy to install. would not expect anything less from apple.

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Apple Keyboard with Numeric Keypad

I absolutly love it!

Written by AM

Mar 11, 2009

Apple sure has improved the keyboard. I love the low profile keys, and it actually feels great to type! One of the main reasons I love this keyboard is because on the older one it was a pain to clean, but with this one its extremely easy! All in all, I love this product!

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Apple Keyboard with Numeric Keypad

Excellent

Written by AH from Eugene

Mar 11, 2009

Functionally very well designed. The only thing I think it is lacking is the function button on the lower left as is the case on the MacBook. Might be nice to have backlight feature too. Other than these iI would recommend this item.

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Apple Keyboard with Numeric Keypad

Needed an excuse to use my new keyboard...

Written by JL from ASTORIA

Mar 10, 2009

...so I decided to write a review on the Apple Store. That's how much I like it.

I had a wireless Apple Keyboard (the old transparent model) and it got RIDICULOUSLY dirty. There's not really a good way to clean it, so I just got this from the Apple Store. It works great. The keys feel great and I think it actually increases my WPM, since the keys have a shorter distance to travel. It also looks great and I don't think it will be nearly as easy to get this one dirty.

I am just really disappointed that Apple doesn't offer a wireless keyboard with the numeric keypad! That was a deal-breaker for me on the new Apple wireless keyboard. Either way, I'm much happier with this.

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Apple Keyboard with Numeric Keypad

Excellent and Beautiful Keyboard

Written by AD from Cambridge

Mar 8, 2009

At first, I had to get used to this keyboard because of its design (i.e. the calculator-type keys). After getting used to it (about a couple of minutes), I realized I could type faster on it.

The keyboard is quiet and pleasant to the touch. It is easy to clean.

It looks pretty good from a design point of view.

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