Well, it’s the end of our little keyboard extravaganza. I thought I should summarize and link to the various reviews in case you missed one and are in the market for a nice, shiny new keyboard. Click the pictures to check ‘em out, or click “more” to get the capsule version of each review.
Razer Lycosa
Pro: Gorgeous. Touch controls work great. Backlit. Anti-ghosting on WASD. USB and audio ports. Very customizable software.
Con: Feels breakable – not cheap, but breakable. Slightly shallow key travel.
Microsoft Wireless Laser Desktop 7000
Pro: Customizable touch keys work great. Wireless. Many extra buttons if you like that.
Con: Weird key layout, tiny Ctrl key. F-keys not separated. Bundled mouse sucks.
SteelSeries 7G
Pro: Bombproof. Works with little or no configuration. Unlimited keydowns. Mechanical action means it’s durable and comfortable to type on. USB and audio ports.
Con: Heavy as hell. Media keys work but are kind of inconvenient. Wrist rest not up to the keyboard’s standards. No customization possible. European-style Backspace/Enter keys.
Das Keyboard
Pro: Strong, clicky type. Mechanical action plus audio and tactile feedback. Simple if you like that. USB ports.
Con: no media controls or customization options.
That’s all for now, folks. Hope you found this helpful!
I’m looking for an ultra-quiet keyboard with low key travel (I not a pounder). I’m using the ViewSonic ViewMate Slim Keyboard KU201 and I love it. I’m on my second one as they don’t tend to last long.
Any suggestions?
I’m looking for an ultra-quiet keyboard with low key travel (I’m not a pounder). I’m using the ViewSonic ViewMate Slim Keyboard KU201 and I love it. I’m on my second one as they don’t tend to last long.
Any suggestions?
I’d suggest you divorce yourself from the idea that long travel is only good for “pounders”. Why is it that people so often feel the need to position their preferences as somehow superior to others?
Thanks for your helpful comment. I will work hard on that by seeking professional help.
In the meantime, I found the keyboard that I was looking for. It’s the HP Wireless Elite Desktop Keyboard and Mouse. Here’s a link to take a look:
http://www.shopping.hp.com/webapp/shopping/product_detail.do?product_code=FQ481AA%23ABA
I’m very happy with the silent action but most of all with the ultra-short travel. It’s perfect for us superior touch typists, but the neanderthal pounders and those suffering from some type of paranoia should look for something less elegant, perhaps something made by Tonka & Freud.