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    Help me to choose keyboard :)

    Discussion in 'Accessories' started by Lieto, Apr 11, 2011.

  1. Lieto

    Lieto Notebook Deity

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    I am slightly confused as to "what to get".

    There are few factors but i am not sure it can fit in one device.
    1. I kinda like Steelseries 6G (for build quality, form-factor etc) and i am partially a gamer.
    2. I would like to have usb hub in keyboard since my notebook can use extra usb slots. But on the other hand those usb hubs usually doesnt work the way you want them — for example you cant charge an ipod through keyboard usb hub.
    3. I am probably ready to consider wireless keyboard, however i am not sure if i would like to replace batteries too often. Maybe if it could be wireless but also have a attachable usb cord... =)
    4. I dont want back-lighting since i dont look on keyboard when i type (however i dont mind if its there).
    5. I dont like "ergonomic keyboards" — i am not used to those and they are bigger then i would like them to be.

    Budget is flexible. I just want something that fits my needs.

    Any ideas?
     
    Lieto, Apr 11, 2011
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  2. ViciousXUSMC

    ViciousXUSMC Master Viking NBR Reviewer

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    Das Keyboard Professional Model S

    fits all of the above other than wireless.
     
    ViciousXUSMC, Apr 11, 2011
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  3. Lieto

    Lieto Notebook Deity

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    Looks good. However i am pretty sure i cant buy it in my country — i live in Ukraine.
    Never heard of this manufacturer or seen it in stores.

    We got most of the stuff here though.
     
    Lieto, Apr 11, 2011
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    Das is a German company, so if anything one would think it should be easier for you to get in UK than here.

    How does your Das keyboard compare to a Deck Vicious? I remember you were going to try both.

    To the OP: Try a Deck Legend keyboard. Wired, not ergonomic. Very nice mechanical keyboard. No USB slots. A bit ugly IMO but meh...function over form right? I see you have a Mac, and Deck will place Mac caps on for you. You don't get any additional functionality, but if having the Apple icon on the Windows button is important to you, it'll be there :D
     
    taelrak, Apr 15, 2011
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  5. rossmodel

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    one word: RealForce

    Ignored all the other keyboards ppl are telling you, eg logitech, model m, das, filco etc they are all crap compared to realforce

    edit: if you can afford one...
     
    rossmodel, Apr 16, 2011
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    Typecast NBR's Tamed Zombie

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    Anyone here using a alienware tactx?
     
    Typecast, Apr 17, 2011
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  7. rossmodel

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    they're crappy rubber dome.
     
    rossmodel, Apr 17, 2011
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    yelohotshot Notebook Consultant

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    the Logitech G19 is the best keyboard!
     
    yelohotshot, Apr 20, 2011
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  9. Vogelbung

    Vogelbung I R Judgemental

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    Pfft

    Mechanical - you could look at the Filco's:
    The Keyboard Company - Product search

    Personally I like scissor-action with a decent key feel for everyday use:
    Scan.co.uk: Keysonic Aluminium Flat XType Wired USB Keyboard Aluminum with USB Hub - KB-KSK8020HM

    Deluxe version of above, same key action:
    Scan.co.uk: Keysonic Aluminium Wired USB Keyboard - ACK-5600

    No idea of Keysonic availability in Ukraine (once again, Keysonic is German).

    Neither have powered USB ports, like any other keyboard with USB ports. These are for mice, etc only - you won't be able to power a HDD or charge an iPod thru them.
     
    Vogelbung, Apr 20, 2011
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