Apple Magic Keyboard - US English, Includes Lighting to USB Cable, Silver

I've used all kinds of keyboards in many years of Unix-based system administration and software development work, including Cherry key-based mechanical keyboards, the large original IBM keyboards, a NorthGate OMNI keyboard in Dvorak mode, SMK-88's, Happy Hacking Keyboard and many I've forgotten about. I got this keyboard for Christmas, along with the new trackpad. I have 3 of the previous edition of this keyboard which I like, along with the previous trackpad (2 of those). I've given those away as this new keyboard is the best I've ever used. One reviewer mentioned that this keyboard feels cheap -- I'm fairly certain it will last, but I do understand that the feel is very different and could be confused for cheap. Given the quality of Apple hardware, I'm going to assume the new keyboard is high quality and move on. I've already purchased a second one along with a second new trackpad to leave at work, and though I never thought I'd do it, I don't use a mouse anymore for general work, and rarely for anything else. I find the travel of the keys is perfect, and my fingers feel better after typing on it than they did on mechanical keyboards. Mechanical keyboards are the best, and I refuse to use a non-mechanical key keyboard, except for this one. I bought a second keyboard and I carry both this keyboard and trackpad in their original boxes when I'm traveling somewhere for any length of time, as the size of the keyboard and trackpad are amazingly small, even though the keyboard is full-size (at least, same exact size as the keyboard on the laptop). I like having the lightning cable to initially connect to a MacBook; it does sometimes take a few seconds for the keyboard (and trackpad) to connect via Bluetooth when I've been away with my laptop for a while. The new 12" MacBooks have these keyboards built in, and I've decided to wait to upgrade my 13" Retina MacBook Pro until they put this keyboard into the next 13" and/or 15" Retina MacBook Pros. Still, some may not like the feel of the keyboard, so go to an Apple store and try them out if you're really not sure. As for those who have older Macs and / or older versions of OS X (prior to 10.11), don't buy until you've upgraded, if you upgrade. It does say it only works on latest OS (at least the function keys don't seem to work on earlier versions of the OS), but if you don't read the specs, not sure you should complain that it doesn't work for you.

I type on an Apple Magic Keyboard every day and find them to be easy to use, with very good battery life. They easily pair with Macs, iPads, and Apple TVs. I'm giving 5 stars for the product, but no stars for the sales experience. The keyboard I received was obviously one that had been returned. I buy Apple gear all the time, and the boxes are always wrapped in plastic -- this was not. Upon opening the box I noticed the plastic sleeve the keyboard was in was upside down. There's a small tab that makes it easy to pull the keyboard out of the box. This was facing down, under the keyboard, instead of up. And, the shipping box was way oversized for the product and had only two small pieces of packing paper, so the box was pretty well smashed. Again, the product performs just fine, but I am returning it. Used products ought to be identified as "open box" to buyers and not sold under the pretense of being new.

I was reluctant to make this purchase. There are so many cheaper alternatives out there. But, I have come to expect the best from Apple and this keyboard did not disappoint. I recently purchased a stand that elevated my MacBook Pro to a more comfortable height for me. That introduced a new hurdle to overcome and that was the fact that now I needed a keyboard to place underneath it. This model is slightly older and it does require an adaptive connector because Apple has an annoying tendency to keep making changes to connection ports on their devices. Luckily, I already had this adaptor. With very little effort, they keyboard was connected and running. I greatly prefer the feel of this keyboard to that of the one that is physically attached to the MacBook Pro. I make fewer typing mistakes and I like the tactile sensation that it offers. I tend to leave it switched on all the time as opposed to continually switching it on and off and the charge lasts quite some time. I wish that there were some kind of warning it provided me with when it starts running low, but when I type and nothing comes out on the screen, I know that it must be running on empty. I'm still not sure if buying a cheaper keyboard wouldn't have been just as good of an experience. I just firmly believe in Apple and wanted to be consistent. But, the old adage that "you get what you pay for" seems to be justified and I strongly endorse this product!

Arrived shipped in a flat envelope, but no issues with damage to its packaging. My 2015 MacBook Pro 15" on El Capitan recognized the keyboard and it worked immediately upon turning it on (the power switch is quite small and takes a decent amount of force to move, so there's no chance you'll ever accidentally turn it off). It does work while plugged in through the lightning port, so you can continue to use it as it charges if need be. The size matches my MacBook exactly, minus the directional keys which have been modified in a slightly annoying fashion, but I'll get used to it. The keystrokes are crisp with good feedback and overall not too noisy. I don't feel that I'll gain or lose any speed in my typing ability. I've seen other reviewers complain about the angle of the keyboard, saying that it's too flat, but I find it completely normal given that I type mostly on a laptop anyhow. If you require something more ergonomic then I suggest getting ready to create some sort of customized adjustment to the keyboard's angle or shopping for a different product altogether. Overall I'm delighted. Having a bluetooth keyboard means one less wire on my desk, and the keyboard's aesthetic matches my laptop, stand, and monitor. If there are any quality control issues I'll edit my review to reflect so, but in general I've had very good experiences with Apple products over the last eight years.

The pivot to working only online this year has taken its toll on my body.. my wrist was sooo soar from using a regular mouse and my laptop keyboard. I decided it was time to listen to my body and step up my office game! After searching for hours on amazon looking for an ergonomic keyboard... I found this one and I couldn't be happier! The only reviews that worried me where the ones that said their magic keyboard came 'used', however mine came brand new with the plastic sleeve still in tact on the box! Super happy with it! It came 97% charged and easily connected to my MacBook air (don't need any adapters it connects through Bluetooth- the first time you use it, all you have to do is plug in the provided lighting cable switch the keyboard on and today you can start typing!). This was HUGE selling feature for me because my ergo mouse is presently using my only USB adapter ;) So this keyboard actually saved me money as with any other keyboard (i was considering the Logitech ergonomic @ 150$) I would have needed to buy an additional adapter ~$65... LOVE this about apple! Since I started using the keyboard and my ergo mouse together yesterday my wrist muscles feel relief! Soo grateful that I made the investment in myself, my body is thanking me!! It types like a dream!!! Its super compact, modern, and sleek. I wish I had bought this sooner! Many reviews comment on the price, however after reading many many reviews and looking at many many wireless keyboards, this one has the most consistent reviews and I think priced fairly for being apple and HIGH quality, especially for Mac users as you don't need any adapter as long as your operating system is up to date! Peace and love <3 Happy typing!

Works as good as expected. Holds charge for a while, but not nearly as good as regular battery operated keyboards. Keep the cable handy foe charging.

My old keyboard was dying and some keys weren't working. I bought this one to replace it and I can't be happier. Worked right out of the box, easy to plug in and recharge. Of course with Apple having the added functionality keys.

Genuine Apple product and works perfectly. Quick delivery. Reliable.

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