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BrandApple
ColorSilver/White
Item Height
15 millimetres
Item Width11.5 centimetres
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The Apple Keyboard has been completely redesigned, inside and out. It features an elegant, ultra-thin anodized aluminum enclosure with low-profile keys that provide crisp, responsive feel. It also has function keys for one-touch access to a variety of Mac features such as screen brightness, volume, eject, play/pause, fast-forward and rewind, Exposé, and Dashboard. Its extended layout includes document navigation controls and a numeric keypad. And two USB 2.0 ports provide high-speed connectivity for your iPod, Mighty Mouse, digital camera, and other USB-based electronic devices.
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61 of 62 people found the following review helpful
Amazon Verified Purchase
This is a great keyboard, it looks good and is great to type with. Another benefit is that this keyboard doesn't take up much desk space.
Does it work with Windows? Yes, it's USB and is automatically detected by Windows. There are a few very minor issues as follows:
1. For the function keys, press the fn key with the function key (eg fn + F1 is the default key for help in Windows).
2. " and @ are swapped on my UK layout, I rarely notice this but people without keyboard experience might struggle.
3. | and \ are in their usual place but the key is marked with ~ and `, again I rarely notice this.
4. For print screen, you can press fn + shift + F11.
5. Some keys with functions on a Mac have no function in Windows. I don't use those keys.
6. The Num Lock is labelled with a special function (CLEAR). It still works as a Num Lock key.
7. When I plug in the keyboard or plug in a USB device, I get a message about how it will run faster in a USB 2.0 port. That means that this keybaord and the built-in USB ports only run at USB 1.1 speed. For me this isn't a problem, if you need USB 2.0 then use other USB ports on your PC.
There is a page on the Apple website that gives some more information. You don't to worry about specific drivers for the keyboard, there is one on the Apple Bootcamp disk but I haven't used this and see no need for it.
Does it work with Windows? Yes, it's USB and is automatically detected by Windows. There are a few very minor issues as follows:
1. For the function keys, press the fn key with the function key (eg fn + F1 is the default key for help in Windows).
2. " and @ are swapped on my UK layout, I rarely notice this but people without keyboard experience might struggle.
3. | and \ are in their usual place but the key is marked with ~ and `, again I rarely notice this.
4. For print screen, you can press fn + shift + F11.
5. Some keys with functions on a Mac have no function in Windows. I don't use those keys.
6. The Num Lock is labelled with a special function (CLEAR). It still works as a Num Lock key.
7. When I plug in the keyboard or plug in a USB device, I get a message about how it will run faster in a USB 2.0 port. That means that this keybaord and the built-in USB ports only run at USB 1.1 speed. For me this isn't a problem, if you need USB 2.0 then use other USB ports on your PC.
There is a page on the Apple website that gives some more information. You don't to worry about specific drivers for the keyboard, there is one on the Apple Bootcamp disk but I haven't used this and see no need for it.
16 of 17 people found the following review helpful
Amazon Verified Purchase
Foolishly, I bought the very similar 'flat key' keyboard made my Cherry. Now, Cherry make excellent keyboards, I have been using Cherry for years, very good indeed, but, when I saw the (copy??) flat key version from Cherry, I bought it, and, was pretty happy, until I saw, and read the reviews about the Apple 'flat key' metal version. Well, I just had to buy it, and I did! The Apple version is far superior in every way, it's actually a fair bit cheaper than the Cherry and, it's made from proper metal, not a painted, pretend metal like the Cherry. Looking, you can tell the Apple is just sheer quality, the feel, looks and appearance, all confirm this, There are also, 2 (one each side) very useful USB sockets on the Apple keyboard, something the Cherry sadly lacked. The only gripe with the Apple was, the key layout and certain keys were not suited for Windows, it, primarly being a 'Mac' keyboard, in particualr, all the top row audio player keys were not reconised under Windows. However, there are several (I found out) key re-mapping programmes out there, that will remap your keys, it's will correct the ' and '' keys, also, the 2 and @ can be assigned correctly. It is also possible, as I have done it, to re-map the upper row of audioplayer keys, so, you can now, play, pause, rewind, fast forward, volume up & down etc., using Windows, extremely useful. If you want to know more, please email me. A really good, high quality keyboard, built to last and cheaper than a copy!! ........... in a word 'Excellent'!
19 of 21 people found the following review helpful
By Mr. J.A.S.
I bought this to use with my macbook when working on a desk and I was surprised how ergonomic it is and how solid it feels. I love the short key travel and can really recommend this as a well built and well thought out keyboard. I also think its good value for money.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
Perfect keyboard for Mac
A great keyboard, easy for fast typing, light touch and the USB hubs underneath are good for a wireless mouse etc. Very happy with mine
Published 2 days ago by Jenn Gough
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great Keyboard
I bought it for my Imac but I was wondering whether it would work on the PC, I use my PC for work and realised immediately that it was the best keyboard I have bought and worked... Read more
Published 8 days ago by susan charles
5.0 out of 5 stars
Nothing to dislike.
Brilliant design. Beat the Kensington I had before. More comfortable to use. Even I can develop speed on this. Should have invested sooner.
Published 1 month ago by Peter Coleman
5.0 out of 5 stars
apple keyboard
Service excellent, keyboard just what I needed. Hope it lasts as long as the last one did - about 5 years.
Published 1 month ago by muldoon
1.0 out of 5 stars
Terrible
I have had one of these since they first came out and I only bought it because my apple pro keyboard was way past it's sell by date,this keyboard looks fantastic well designed and... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Karl Grosvenor
5.0 out of 5 stars
Everything I needed
Beautifully designed, lightweight and virtually noiseless typing.
Works best with Macs obviously, as that is what it was originally made for, but you could use it for PCs... Read more
Works best with Macs obviously, as that is what it was originally made for, but you could use it for PCs... Read more
Published 1 month ago by P. M. Howard-martiniak
5.0 out of 5 stars
Smart, Easy to Use especially for non-Tech types!
My partner and I had purchased an apple iMac for her parents (who are not at the cutting edge when it comes to technology, suffice to say). Read more
Published 1 month ago by J. Golding
5.0 out of 5 stars
Worth it just for the number pad alone!
Really pleased with this product, didn't need for it to b wireless so this was ideal. Love having the numbers pad separate and not across the top like on my laptop, makes the... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Helen
5.0 out of 5 stars
Love my new mac keyboard
I must admit when I ordered this keyboard I was expecting a similar keyboard that came with my mac pro, the plastic one with the clear rim. Read more
Published 5 months ago by dawalker17uk
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great customer service
My keyboard was the last in a large batch. Unfortunately it was faulty but still usable. Unable to replace it, this vendor refunded me in full. No hassles. Great customer service.
Published 6 months ago by TomC
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