How would this compare to other mechanical keyboards? I was in the market for getting a mechanical, "clicky" keyboard to use along with a laptop I just got, so when I'm using the laptop on its docking station, I could have a mechanical keyboard and a laser mouse to control it while I'm at home. I was looking at this keyboard, I was looking at the DAS Keyboard Professional, I was looking at Cherry themselves, SteelSeries, etc...the list goes on and on. So, out of these, which do you guys recommend? Could this be at least as good as the DAS Keyboard at all? How would this compare to other mechanical keyboards? I was in the market for getting a mechanical, "clicky" keyboard to use along with a laptop I just got, so when I'm using the... » Read More How would this compare to other mechanical keyboards? I was in the market for getting a mechanical, "clicky" keyboard to use along with a laptop I just got, so when I'm using the laptop on its docking station, I could have a mechanical keyboard and a laser mouse to control it while I'm at home. I was looking at this keyboard, I was looking at the DAS Keyboard Professional, I was looking at Cherry themselves, SteelSeries, etc...the list goes on and on. So, out of these, which do you guys recommend? Could this be at least as good as the DAS Keyboard at all? « Show Less
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they're actually all the same. it's just the matter of what types of switch (blue,brown, black for cherry). If you don't mind the noise, then blue is the loudest. In my opinion all are the same, so look at your budget and just buy the cheapest in the ones you list. They're all good keyboards.Or you can buy the Razer Blackwidow for $80. It's pretty good deal for a mechanical keyboard and it's pretty new, came out in September or October i forget.
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The keyboard is what sold the Samsung for me. I didn't like the feel of the Asus but the Samsung keyboard feels like a normal keyboard to me. Both companies make quality products though I don't think you can go wrong with either. Other then the keyboard I don't really see any difference between the two except for maybe the screen qualities which I can't really comment on. I think the new 10.1" Aspire One is worth looking at too if you're considering price.
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This is a mechanical...as opposed to electronic...keyboard. That is the reason it feels and sounds different. For a gamer, according to my sons...all three of them...this is kind of a 'purist' thing. For me, it is a matter of perference.
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I recognize that satisfaction with a keyboard is a very individual thing. As for me, I like full-size keys and good tactile and audible feedback. I use only Key Tronic IBM USB Keyboards for my two desktops. And, at less than $30.00, they are bargains
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When I saw this keyboard my immediate thought was, "why?"Where is the market for a keyboard with a poorly positioned lcd and bindings? I forgot that I live in a world where people used to market and actually successfully sell pet rocks. The lcd is useless. The guy who thinks you control movement purely with the mouse and absolutely never use wasd is [insert mild mannered word here that immediately gets this post censored by whaaaaaa-mazon].
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Hi Vivian!I know exactly what you mean - the new keyboards drive me crazy too! The keys are too small and so close together that I was constantly making mistakes and running my words together. Very frustrating! Now, my errors are just "operator error"! Ha, ha!My office recently got this keyboard for me and so far, so good. It's just like the "old fashioned" keyboards where the keys are raised above the surface of the keyboard. It is not a quiet keyboard, meaning you can hear when you're typing. And, yes, you can "feel" the keys when typing too. I highly recommend this keyboard if you like the original keyboards from years ago. And, if you find it doesn't work for you, you can always return it. :-) Hi Vivian!I know exactly what you mean - the new keyboards drive me crazy too! The keys are too small and so close together that I was constantly making mistakes and running my words together. Very frustrating! Now, my errors are just "operator error"! Ha, ha!My office recently got this keyboard for me and so far, so good. It's just like the "old fashioned" keyboards where the keys are raised above the surface of the keyboard. It is not a quiet keyboard, meaning you can hear when you're typing. And, yes, you can "feel" the keys when... » Read More Hi Vivian!I know exactly what you mean - the new keyboards drive me crazy too! The keys are too small and so close together that I was constantly making mistakes and running my words together. Very frustrating! Now, my errors are just "operator error"! Ha, ha!My office recently got this keyboard for me and so far, so good. It's just like the "old fashioned" keyboards where the keys are raised above the surface of the keyboard. It is not a quiet keyboard, meaning you can hear when you're typing. And, yes, you can "feel" the keys when typing too. I highly recommend this keyboard if you like the original keyboards from years ago. And, if you find it doesn't work for you, you can always return it. :-) « Show Less
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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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Kay - In playing with a color version on display at a local store, I think you will like the keyboard. It feels great as well as looks good. I started this post due to not being able to get a hands-on feel for the black keyboard.
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To nagappa...I'd like to ask if the layout of the keys of a Bilingual keyboard any different from the American standard keyboard? Basically, what I'm really trying to say is--do they have the exact layout? Please, let me know. Thank you.
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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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"J. Chin says: Any updates? Does this keyboard now allow for the mapping of a "Start" and "PS" button?! Please advise, I'm thinking of getting a keyboard but I don't know which one to buy for the ps3. The $80 doesn't seem to work that well (well, it's imperfect without any way to overcome its flaws)."J.Chin,Is the $80 keyboard that you refer to the Playstation 3 Logitech Cordless Mediaboard, or the newer Playstation 3 Logitech Cordless Mediaboard Pro (with the PS3 keys)?
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The SteelSeries Logo at the top right of the keyboard lights up, but the keyboard itself is not backlit. I have had mine for about a year now and still enjoy using it (World of Warcraft keyset). I'm not sure how it stacks up against the Mad Catz Strike 3.
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The Neo (Not Neo 2) is OK. Certainly as good as a PC keyboard. Not really like a typewriter keyboard. I used to own a Neo 2 and that is the best keyboard I have ever used anywhere. I used to hook it up to my PC so I could use it as my PC keyboard in addition to using it separately as a word processor. When I bought the Neo I have now, I wasn't happy with the difference in the quality of the keyboard...but it is still a Neo.
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Yeah, I can see where a sinking keyboard would be a bit of a turnoff. I didn't experience that with a unit I borrowed, but it might be a quality control issue. I found the shift key placement to be largely a non-issue for me and found myself more annoyed with the MSI Wind's mini-period and mini-comma keys. Drove me crazy.I do like the Samsung Netbook. I may just wait for the post-Xmas Desperation Sale to buy it either here or at Newegg.
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Nancy, the keyboard has some faults. Rarely you will find a keyboard that allows 6 keys to be pressed at the same time without missing a letter. I actually feel that this keyboard is worse than that. It also has a glaringly bad light that lights up with every keystroke. This keyboard isn't the best thing for a word processor for those reasons, as well as one other. The ergonomics on this keyboard are non-existant. This keyboard is perfect for home theater uses as well as for XBOX 360. Uses beyond that are really not recommended by me. Hope this helps.Battery-wise, I still have yet to exchange them out. Nancy, the keyboard has some faults. Rarely you will find a keyboard that allows 6 keys to be pressed at the same time without missing a letter. I actually feel that this keyboard is worse than that. It also has a glaringly bad light that lights up with every keystroke. This keyboard isn't the best thing for a word processor for those reasons, as well as one other. The ergonomics on this keyboard are non-existant. This keyboard is perfect for home theater uses as well as for XBOX 360. Uses beyond that are really not recommended by me. Hope this helps.Battery-wise, I still have... » Read More Nancy, the keyboard has some faults. Rarely you will find a keyboard that allows 6 keys to be pressed at the same time without missing a letter. I actually feel that this keyboard is worse than that. It also has a glaringly bad light that lights up with every keystroke. This keyboard isn't the best thing for a word processor for those reasons, as well as one other. The ergonomics on this keyboard are non-existant. This keyboard is perfect for home theater uses as well as for XBOX 360. Uses beyond that are really not recommended by me. Hope this helps.Battery-wise, I still have yet to exchange them out. « Show Less
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Do you mean by the amount of keys being less like a laptops or the keys themselves? The keys are short and smooth like a laptop so it is quicker and easier to type, which is what I was looking for. The keyboard itself isn't that big and has 2 spacebars, 1 of which you can change to a backspace which I found to be pretty cool.
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this keyboard sucks for gaming... seriously! I don't know what its is good for hit the cat with?? It does not remember the state it was last in so every reboot required reactivating the lights. The key to illuminate was print screen / scroll lock which screwed up some other applications that i used when i was turning it on or off. I bought a Logitech illuminated K740. The illumination works great and it remembers the state of the lighting. It also is flat and the keys are easy to see / use. I play BF4 so this works great although i use a Logitech g13 with that also. But games like Far cry 3 work great. good luck this keyboard sucks for gaming... seriously! I don't know what its is good for hit the cat with?? It does not remember the state it was last in so every reboot required reactivating the lights. The key to illuminate was print screen / scroll lock which screwed up some other applications that i used when i was turning it on or off. I bought a Logitech illuminated K740. The illumination works great and it remembers the state of the lighting. It also is flat and the keys are easy to see / use. I play BF4 so this works great although i use a Logitech g13 with that also. But games like Far cry 3... » Read More this keyboard sucks for gaming... seriously! I don't know what its is good for hit the cat with?? It does not remember the state it was last in so every reboot required reactivating the lights. The key to illuminate was print screen / scroll lock which screwed up some other applications that i used when i was turning it on or off. I bought a Logitech illuminated K740. The illumination works great and it remembers the state of the lighting. It also is flat and the keys are easy to see / use. I play BF4 so this works great although i use a Logitech g13 with that also. But games like Far cry 3 work great. good luck « Show Less