#Os x wireless keyboard reviews 2017 full#
#Os x wireless keyboard reviews 2017 pro#

But if you want wireless, you have to ditch the number pad, and the rest of the amenities that come with a larger keyboard. If you want a full-size keyboard in Apple’s world, then you have to live with having a wired connection. When it comes to a keyboard, having more keys is almost always a better thing in my opinion.īut what makes this keyboard special is that it does two things that Apple has quarantined to two separate products.

#Os x wireless keyboard reviews 2017 full#

I don’t have to explain the satisfaction of typing on a full number pad, or having full-size arrow keys to help you navigate. To anyone who enjoys using full-size keyboards, I don’t have to explain why it’s such a good thing. Because the keyboard features such a large battery, it stays on and stays connected, which means that there should be no delays on the hardware side of things when you sit down for work.

Once the keyboard is on and paired with your devices, you can leave it that way. Charging that keyboard takes around 5 hours, and the Caps Lock key light shines amber while charging.Īlthough there is a power button on the same front panel as the USB port, you’ll rarely need to use it. The micro USB port for charging is located on the front of the keyboard, along with the unit’s power button. As much as I hate micro USB, I don’t mind it as much considering that I’ll only need to charge the keyboard once a year. Included in the box is a USB charging cable, which features a full-size USB-A port on one end, and a right-angle micro USB plug on the opposite end. The result is a keyboard that can be used for a year on a single charge. Matias includes a 1,600mAh battery, which it claims is 5x to 12x larger than competing hardware. The most impressive thing about this keyboard is its battery life. The Apple-built keyboard may be slightly superior in overall build quality, as I did notice a little bit of play on the edges of the Matias hardware when pressed, but no one’s going to do that in real world usage, and that’s probably being overly critical. It’s been a while since I’ve used Apple’s full wired keyboard with number keys, but if memory serves me correctly, the build quality between it and this keyboard is similar. Depending on the way you type, this could pose an issue with adjusting to the keyboard’s angle. However, you won’t find any legs on the bottom to adjust the typing angle. The four rubber feet on the bottom of the keyboard do a good job of keeping the keyboard stable on the desk while typing.

The Backlit Wireless Aluminum Keyboard will come in two colors, and feature a separate battery dedicated to the backlight. The keys on the keyboard are not backlit, but Matias is producing two versions with backlighting that are currently available for pre-order (shipping in June). I found that I could type fast on this keyboard, and didn’t experience any out of the ordinary key input issues. The keys themselves, while not underpinned by the much-improved butterfly switches that are found on the latest MacBook Pro, feature significantly more key travel, and are relatively stable no matter where you press on a key. If you’ve used any of Apple’s standalone keyboards recently, then you’ll have a general idea of what to expect here. The surface of the keyboard is machined out of aluminum, while the bottom area of the keyboard is plastic.

Subscribe to 9to5Mac on YouTube now Build quality & performance I’m assuming that the other three colors are just as good, but I’ve not yet compared them in person.

#Os x wireless keyboard reviews 2017 pro#

Needless to say, I think that Matias did a great job of nailing the Space Gray version that I’m currently testing, as it matches the 2016 MacBook Pro about as well as one could reasonably expect. The Space Gray and Gold versions feature black key caps, while the Silver and Rose Gold colors feature white key caps. The Matias Wireless Aluminum Keyboard is available in four colors - Silver, Space Gray, Gold, or Rose Gold - that allows it to complement any color of MacBook or MacBook Pro. Have a look at our full video walkthrough for a hands-on look at the Space Gray version of Matias’ Wireless Aluminum Keyboard. The end result - the $99 Matias Wireless Aluminum Keyboard - is an impressive rendition of Apple design principles, coupled with a few bonus features that truly make this keyboard worth considering. Thankfully Matias, a computer accessory manufacturer that’s been around since the 90s, is offering its own take on what an Apple-made full-sized wireless keyboard could be like. I wish Apple would make a full-size Magic Keyboard, but that doesn’t seem to be happening any time soon. Although I’m a big fan of tactile, clicky mechanical keyboards, I also enjoy the sleekness, quiet keys, and wireless nature of Apple’s Magic Keyboard.