A clone of the famous, old Northgate Omnikey keyboard.
The one work-day review: Here are a few first impressions that I wanted to write down before I forgot them. This is after using the keyboard for one full work day.
Switch feel: So far, they feel very nice. They feel almost the same as […]
Model: Macally IceKey
Mechanism: Pantograph Scissor Switch
Cost: $43
Other Features: Apple layout. Volume/Eject Keys. Built-in USB 2 port USB hub.
Last Updated: May 22, 2006
I saw this keyboard under a different brand when I was in Japan, so I assume its re-branded from an OEM.
Key Switches and Tops
This keyboard uses the switches that are commonly […]
Model: Apple Wireless Pro A1016
Switch Type: Membrane/Rubber dome
Cost: ~$70
The standard Apple bluetooth wireless keyboard that I picked up at the Apple store.
Connectivity
As this is a wireless bluetooth keyboard, my biggest initial concern was whether I was going to have any connectivity issues, and whether the bluetooth nature of it was going to cause any […]
*Model*: Matias Tactile Pro
*Key Mechanism*: ALPS mechanical switch
*Cost*: $125
*Other Features*: Integrated USB hub
It took me a long time to work up to this one. In hindsight, I should have trusted the reviews on the web and tried it earlier.
The 8 hour review. As in, I’ve had it for only 8 hours, so these are purely […]