1) Are there shift keys on both sides of the keyboard? 2) Is it a silicone keyboard? I want clicky keys for a positive feel when typing. TKS
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Yes, there are shift keys on both sides of the keyboard. It is as close a feel to the "clicky" keys of a typewriter as you can get without actually typing on a keyboard. It is just slightly smaller, of course, than your typical keyboard, but is the size of the ipad so I think it will be quite acceptable.
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The surface (other than the sides) are matted, so finger prints don't really show up well. Upon inspecting it right now after using it for a few months I can smudges and a bit of dirt but thats really my fault more then the keyboard >.>As to it scratching, I've not noticed anything of the sort and the lighting is pretty awesome.Negatives: Dont get this to write any papers from the get go. It often has issues creating capitol letters, and it takes an unusually long time to break in the keys. Aside from the function of the keyboard, if you buy this particular item then you will need to semi permanently leave your left pinky in the space between the "M" keys and the left shift. Hope this helps! The surface (other than the sides) are matted, so finger prints don't really show up well. Upon inspecting it right now after using it for a few months I can smudges and a bit of dirt but thats really my fault more then the keyboard >.>As to it scratching, I've not noticed anything of the sort and the lighting is pretty awesome.Negatives: Dont get this to write any papers from the get go. It often has issues creating capitol letters, and it takes an unusually long time to break in the keys. Aside from the function of the keyboard, if you buy this particular item then... » Read More The surface (other than the sides) are matted, so finger prints don't really show up well. Upon inspecting it right now after using it for a few months I can smudges and a bit of dirt but thats really my fault more then the keyboard >.>As to it scratching, I've not noticed anything of the sort and the lighting is pretty awesome.Negatives: Dont get this to write any papers from the get go. It often has issues creating capitol letters, and it takes an unusually long time to break in the keys. Aside from the function of the keyboard, if you buy this particular item then you will need to semi permanently leave your left pinky in the space between the "M" keys and the left shift. Hope this helps! « Show Less
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Hi. The black keyboard feels like a real keyboard. You get the feeling of depressing the key, and the sound and response of a regular keyboard. There is no delay and no "did I press the key?" thoughts. The pink keyboard ("touch") is a less expensive option, but there is no keyboard feel, and I found myself having to carefully type each letter, then checking to make sure it was recorded. The bottom line is that black=touch-typing; pink=slow-typing. Go with the real keyboard.
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Yes, the shift keys don't click as noticeably as the others but even they have the same overall responsive feel. I hadn't even noticed the slight difference in sound from the shift keys until I started checking to see if there were any differences. I wonder if they used MX red on the shift keys and blue everywhere else.
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As you may already know, it is not a true mechanical keyboard. It is clicky. Not as much a true mechanical keyboard sound and feel, but close enough. It is an excellent gaming keyboard though.
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The keyboard has a quiet stroke, but it is not like a laptop in that the stroke distance is more like a desktop keyboard. If you want something with a good click feel, get a keyboard built with Cherry keys. If you like a softer sound and feel, this is a good keyboard for that. By the way I have 4 computers and keyboards, and this one is my favorite.
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Hey there buyer. As Endres and Sancho have said previously, the only lights that are on the keyboard are in the usual place in the top right of the keyboard for the num lock, caps lock, etc. lights. They are blue in color, and to be honest, I did not really find them too distracting or too bright. I'm in a relatively well lit room, so it's probably just environment. And the entire keyboard does NOT light up, it's just the top right corner.
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I was watching the Engadget Show yesterday and they mentioned this keyboard does not have a Right-Click button? Can anyone verify that? That would be a pretty big consideration for anyone purchasing this unit for their windows boxes.
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If you have them directly set up to activate hotkeys in game or any other app. it will definitely act as a trigger for it.As far as the keyboard goes, I have a brand new yet defective keyboard.I'd recommend you spend a bit more money and get something worth it. 50$ for lots of headaches... not worth it.GL
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No they are not. They are also not "clicky" they are somewhat "spongey" feeling, I had to return mine as whenever I hit the Space bar it also activated "+" which had bad results when typing ANYTHING!
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Mine works great. What keys do not work? If you are trying to use the 2nd blue functions on the keyboard you need to push the blue fn button first. If this isn't the problem then I suggest contacting the manufacturer. You may have gotten a defective one.
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This keyboard is NOT back lit. It's a solid keyboard though. I've been using a Logitech G110 keyboard for over a year (it's back lit with hotkeys) and that is also solid keyboard. I've spilled orange juice and soda on the keys and they eventually got unstuck. Granted it was $100 at the time and it still is, you can find a $60 version of a Logitech backlit keyboard. By the way, the lights on it are blue and red so anything that is within that color spectrum you can adjust the back light on the Logitech keyboard. Hope I could help!
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10.9.1 is what I have on my Mac mini. It was pretty much plug and play. It did have, a few questions and promos when I plugged in to the USB port. I was told by others this was a plug and play keyboard . After all the Macally folks are pretty much MAC friendly when it comes to hook up. Try reboot after plugged in. Can you upgrade your OS? I agree that the website is not to helpfully. With that said I really like the feel of this new keyboard.
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It is NOT a mechanical keyboard. However, I can tell you that I have been hardcore PC gaming for 18years and I am very satisfied with the way it feels. If you must have mechanical, wait for their new RYOS series keyboards to come out.
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Cont... please make sure u like or are ok with the split keyboard set up.. I love it.. less errors and makes u use your home row keys for speed typing. . If ur a single finger type it will drive u nuts.. Also if u have small hands.. hope I helped
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Sorry for not responding sooner. YES! The keys ARE wiggly. However, that was a selling point for me. I'm a nervous kind that finds moving the keys back and forth a pleasant habit while considering my next step. Silly? YEP!
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I bought mine a long time ago, can't remember how long but there is an insert key, the same as Pause Break on the far left of the left hand section. I am not selling it so I do not quite understand how this will help. Have fun, I do love this keyboard. Jai