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Macally IKEY5 USB Slim Keyboard by Macally
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Digital Photo Product DetailsManufacturer: Macally Audio: English (Original Language) Format: CD Platform: Mac Model: IKEY5 Color: white Product features: Accessories:
Digital Cameras Photo Reviews of Macally IKEY5 USB Slim KeyboardCustomer Review: Mac users are deprived. Thank goodness for this. Summary: 5 Stars
I bought this iKeySlim to replace an Apple USB keyboard I purchased in 2005 (the Apple spacesaver USB with the clear plastic tray around it). The Apple keyboard I had was durable but completely unenjoyable to type on, and it had a habit of collecting food and hair. Apple's key design allowed plastic to rub directly on plastic, making the keys creak lightly on impact. It felt crude and I was overdue for a change.
I was considering a $70 Unicomp keyboard with IBM-style buckling springs, but didn't want to spend that much. I also didn't want to disturb my roommate with noise.
I had low expectations for this $19 MacAlly keyboard but was pleasantly surprised when I cracked open the box at the store and discovered that the keys had an audible click. No, its not a real clicking spring sound like a classic IBM model M, but it gives audible feedback and has a gentle clicking feel under your fingers.
The keystrokes are a bit shallow, much like many modern laptop keyboards. Macally actually advertises this on the box as a feature, though I'm not sure why. Because the strokes are shallow, the impact is a bit harsher than a traditional keyboard will full size keycaps. You learn to adjust, however, by typing a little lighter, and the result is pleasant.
I wish the volume keys were on the side instead of way up on top.
The printed text on the keys can be felt while typing, which is a bit crude, but the rest of the keyboard is well made with sufficient weight (under 2lbs) to keep it on place on your desk.
I gave it 5/5 stars for noise because I actually -want- to hear each keystroke. Quiet keyboards tend to feel gummy. I started writing school papers on a Royal typewriter, so audible feedback is a huge plus for me.
I havent tried cleaning it yet, but there's phillips-head screws underneath.
Description of Macally IKEY5 USB Slim KeyboardMacAlly iKeySlim Keyboard IKEY5 Keyboards & Keypads
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