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    R60 Keyboard vs R52

    Discussion in 'Lenovo' started by montychicago, Nov 29, 2006.

  1. montychicago

    montychicago Newbie

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    Saw a review (PC World?) that compared the keyboard of the R60 unfavorably with the R52, saying that the R60 keyboard is "stiffer" and claiming that long-time Thinkpad devotees (me) wouldn't like the change. Does anyone have any experience in this regard? I'm on my third Thinkpad (a 600E) and am VERY happy with this keyboard. Any observations would be appreciated.
     
    montychicago, Nov 29, 2006
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  2. ZaZ

    ZaZ Super Model Super Moderator

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    The keyboard on my R60 seems the same to me though I am not a huge typer.
     
    ZaZ, Nov 29, 2006
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    Teranfirbt Notebook Consultant

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    The keyboard on my X21 seemed a little better, but I know the T and the R share keyboards and I'm not disappointed at all with my T60 keyboard.
     
    Teranfirbt, Nov 29, 2006
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    wtm0325 Notebook Enthusiast

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    i used my fren's R52, prefer my R60 as i feel the "stiffer" one was my fren's

    i'll say it's more depending on which manufacturer u get, mine is Chicony, majority will prefer ALPS or NMB

    maybe u can check out ur R52 KB manufacturer instead and order another same 1 when u got ur R60? :D
     
    wtm0325, Nov 30, 2006
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