How do the keys wear? We have a keyboard now and some of the letters have worn off.
235102
I have only had the keyboard a few months and the letters are fine, HOWEVER, the letters on the zxcvb row are not on the correct keys (the letter x is on the z key, for example). Could be confusing if one is not a touch-typist. Other than that the design and feel is good.
235103
The first Adesso keyboard I had did have some letters wear off. But, you can find adhesive letters to stick over them. I took clear nail polish (matte finish) and painted over the most frequently worn letters and they seem to be holding up just fine. It is worth keeping this keyboard irregardless of the worn letters since I mostly touch-type but as I said, you can find adhesive peel and stick letters to apply to your worn keys. Hope this was helpful.
1603714
Mine is 3 years old now.. there is silicone (or something like it) over the keys.. so no.. they do not show wear. I use my key code several times a day and have never changed it. Allows for multiple codes.. so my family has one that never changes and no-one else gets it. Then I add new codes for new visitors and delete those codes when they go home. It's great!! I also keep a "spare code" programmed in at all times. If an emergency comes up - I give out that code (and erase it when I get home and add a new "spare").
1164759
I have had 2 of these keyboards for one year and I have seen no degradation in paint I have not had a problem with either of them.
896756
They are raised, like a normal keyboard. But I am noticing that the 'paint' wears off quickly, menaing the letters and numbers, especially the keys I use a lot. I had it only about 6 weeks, and had to purchase transparent lettering to recover the keys. Cheap silk-screening of the actual lettering. If I could go back and do this purchase again, I would buy the silk screen lettering and the keyboard at same time, add the transparents with lettering, and walaa! The keyboard itself is still goaing strong, I love it, except for the chipping off of the letters. Thankfully I know the board, so 'seeing' the key is not that important. They are raised, like a normal keyboard. But I am noticing that the 'paint' wears off quickly, menaing the letters and numbers, especially the keys I use a lot. I had it only about 6 weeks, and had to purchase transparent lettering to recover the keys. Cheap silk-screening of the actual lettering. If I could go back and do this purchase again, I would buy the silk screen lettering and the keyboard at same time, add the transparents with lettering, and walaa! The keyboard itself is still goaing strong, I love it, except for the chipping off of the letters. Thankfully I know the board, so... » Read More They are raised, like a normal keyboard. But I am noticing that the 'paint' wears off quickly, menaing the letters and numbers, especially the keys I use a lot. I had it only about 6 weeks, and had to purchase transparent lettering to recover the keys. Cheap silk-screening of the actual lettering. If I could go back and do this purchase again, I would buy the silk screen lettering and the keyboard at same time, add the transparents with lettering, and walaa! The keyboard itself is still goaing strong, I love it, except for the chipping off of the letters. Thankfully I know the board, so 'seeing' the key is not that important. « Show Less
1372817
I have had this keyboard for 7 years, using it daily for hours on end, and all but A and E are as good as new. Keys get a bit shiny, but the letters themselves are quite durable. About a third of A and E are rubbed off, but that's the extent of it.
1414303
Don't know what technique was used but the keys show no wear in all the time I've had it. This is a first class keyboard.
896022
The keys are made from a similar material so I'd guess that they both will be susceptible to dirt about the same. After nine months, mine shows no visible dirt. Using a damp cloth ought to keep the keys on both keyboards looking good. I'd also recommend avoiding eating Cheesy Poofs when when you are using any keyboard.
615584
My keyboard has been sticky from the beginning. Not all the keys- just a few. I would contact the seller and see if they will send you a new one.
1782587
nope. They're basically stickers so once you put them off you have to peel them off, my sister attempted this with hers and it ripped instead of peeling off smoothly and left the keys sticky. I'd leave it on and if you want something else later get one of the rubber ones that just goes over the keyboard!
1623315
I love mine. I haven't taken it off since I got it. I use the keyboard all the time.
355682
Typing is good, but some of the keys, like the letter " i", will stick and type twice. Other than that I like the key board.
1543150
Mine seems to be the same and I've been using it for over 6 months now if I recall correctly. Haven't noticed the letters rubbing off.
13248
I'm not sure. I have not had this keyboard long enough to say either way. The manufacturer does boast of, "durable keys with laser printing and UV coating." After two months of use, it looks the same. I use it daily at work.
2212625
I have had my keyboard since the day it was released on amazon. So probably over a year and have yet to have any malfunctioning with it? Maybe shoot their customer service an email and see what they say.
50432
I haven't had an ounce of trouble with the eMachine, I play games all the time. My only problem is the letters wear off the keys.
1891183
You can take them off or leave them on. That's it. No adjustments other than that. One thing I will add. I do medical transcription and type about 25,000 to 30,000 lines a month and the main letters already started wearing off after less than 30 days. I returned it and amazon have me a new one. I would suggest that if you type this much that you put a drop of clear fingernail polish over the letters before you use it. This is working for me. I love the keyboard
1372816
I had no problem with the letters wearing out or fading? Had one for 5 years. This is a good key board & mouse combination in my opinion. This is the 3rd one I have bought.