Creative Fatality Gaming Keyboard Black Review

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(More customer reviews)Pros:This keyboard is NICE to type on: it has scissor-switch keys (like laptop keys) which give it very crisp keystrokes and are very quiet; it has a sturdy base that doesn't slide around; it sits fairly flat and is fairly thin, but has feet to prop it up at an optimal angle; the illumination works great, but is not too strong, rather diffuse; it has a separate number pad.It plugs in via USB and instantly starts working--no drivers, no compatibility issues, nada.The illumination is turned on via a key to the right of the spacebar instead of via a software program that would junk up your PC even more.The Number Lock is also automatically on when you plug it in.Fairly compact and easy to transport.

Cons:It's a little too compact:the insert-home-page up cluster, which is separate on larger keyboards, has been lined up along the right side of the letter keys; the delete key has fled up to the far upper right-hand corner of the letter keys; the arrow keys have taken the place where the right-hand Control key used to be.Also, since I'm not a hardcore gamer, having the gaming logo on the keyboard is almost a little embarrassing.It doesn't have any media/shortcut keys (which is not really a minus for me, as I don't use them anyway).

Overall:this is an excellent keyboard--does what it advertises, and does it well, without any unwanted extras.

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1---Designed by Fatal1ty. Designed to win.When Johnathan Fatal1ty Wendel is dominating the competition and racking up First Place wins, do you think hes using an ordinary PC keyboard No way. Hes got his fingers on the Creative Fatal1ty Gaming Keyboard, illuminated by EluminX. Ive won many championships on this keyset, says Fatal1ty. It is a proven winner, which is why Ive chosen it for my first keyboard. Get your hands on the Fatal1ty Gaming Keyboard.2---Patented illumination technology with on/off switch.The Fatal1ty Gaming Keyboard illuminates for better vision in low light or dark environments.3---Patented scissor keys with short stroke action.Faster is better. Thats why the Fatal1ty Gaming Keyboard was designed with low profile, fast-action keys.4---Slim, compact design with 104 keys.Compact enough to drop in a backpack to take to LAN parties.

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Steel Series SteelKeys 6G Gaming Keyboard ( 20071 ) Review

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(More customer reviews)I like keys that click, most people don't yet they make almost none the only keyboard I ever had was the 2001 sum such form an old nineties computer, but this one has those keys again, but even more sturdy and robust.The response time(low latency) is just as advertised and you can use it for more than just games I am typing this with far less fluster than most of my "high-end" indi-glow blu "gaming keyboards" could dream of. no bulk no indi-glow blu lights, no frilly looks, just performance and a sturdy large set of keys and a deep stroke for gamers(who are rough on equipment anyway).play FPS and RTS in the same form as in EEZILY! the respones and feel of this device has to be experienced I can't explain further!the keys can be revoved for a different color as in distinguishing a critical key to a non crit also don't mistakingly put a num key pad "1" to the "1" that goes above WAPS or you'll be tugging to get it free(not that it seems to damage this arnold schwartzaneiger of a keyboard).pair it with creative's Fata1ity 2020(NOT 1010) and you'll have a complete input set for the gaming rig just remember, 2020 is a short squat little mouse and a Danny Divito(referenced somewhere) sized mouse and an Arnold Schwartzneiger Keyboard is an odd thing!

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Everglide Dkt Keyboard Silver Board Review

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(More customer reviews)there - I've gotten my list of cons pretty much out of the way.For a wired keyboard this is one of the best that I've used.I read some "professional" reviews AFTER I'd ordered it and feared that I made a mistake in ordering it, based on their criticisms.I will have to agree with the real world users here on Amazon - this keyboard is GREAT.I have large fingers and this is a compact keyboard.However, if you're used to using a laptop or a netbook you'll find the keys to be well spaced, with good response and a tactile feel. Some keys aren't where you're used to them - Home, End, Delete, Insert, and Num Lock come to mind - but you get used to it very quickly if this is your main keyboard.I wish the "0" key were larger but I'm coming from a laptop keyboard that didn't have a number pad so having one at all really works for me.I wish the lighting were adjustable as some of the newer ones are, but I could have paid twice as much and gotten that.It came down to a choice; I wanted a lighted keyboard that was within my current budget that would be easy for me to type on.In that regard, I got exactly what I was looking for.Highly recommended if you're looking for the same...

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Saitek Eclipse Backlit Keyboard - Red LED ( PZ30AUR ) Review

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(More customer reviews)Unlike a lot of illuminated keyboards, this bad boy is the full-sized and standard layout. Illumination comes around each key and through each letter, rather than through the key itself, which makes it much easier to use in the dark.

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Saitek award-winning keyboard design just got better! The Eclipse PC keyboard features patented TrueVu key illumination for use in any light, from day to total darkness.True-Vu key illumination through the keys! The Eclipse 104-key keyboard features patented red LED key illumination and backlighting, Zero-Slope design and adjustable wrist rest for ergonomic comfort. It is a Plug'n'Play design with USB connector.

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Ideazon Merc Stealth Illuminated Gaming Keyboard Review

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(More customer reviews)I owned the older version of this key board for a couple years (it still works by the way I just like new keyboards every couple years). The main difference between this one and the old one, is that this one has lighted keys. I gotta say, I am really glad I upgraded to the lighted model. I write at night, and sometimes I just hate turning on the room lights. The lighted keys are especially useful for web browsing or some other mouse-heavy activity that requires you to re-orient yourself to type... typically my eyes are adjusted to the bright screen and I can't really see the key board at night. The illuminated keys allow me to re-orient to the keyboard with a glance.
The keyboard is solid, tight, and nice to write on. It is evenly lit and has that nice new keyboard sound. :)

Also, the keyboard has two USB ports, as well as microphone /headphone jacks. These are conveniently located on the back of the unit so the cables are easy to reach, but won't interfere with the operation of the keyboard. The USB ports work great. My headset uses the USB ports so I cannot address the utility of the mic/headphone jacks, but it should keep many people from stringing headset wires all over--especially if you do not have easily accessible jacks on your computer.
It is easy to switch key-illumination colors/intensity with a small button near the F1-F2 keys.

One reviewer mentioned that this keyboard's keys must be closer together than others because he found it awkward to type. I found that the width of the keyboard is (backspace to ~) is the same width as the one that originally came with my PC from Dell. However, I also noticed a slight awkwardness when I first started using this type of keyboard several years ago... I suspect it comes from positioning myself in the middle of the keyboard--which is not the middle of the typing keys. The functional gaming keys on the left side cause you to be a little off center from your usual typing orientation if you center the whole system to your body. You will get used to this over time, or you can take care to orient yourself to the typing keys. If you write much, you will find you naturally adapt to this keyboard rapidly.

There is one more thing: the keyboard is wider than a standard keyboard. This was necessary to add the functional keys on the left side while keeping everything else standard-sized. This could affect how you store your keyboard if you have a slide-out keyboard drawer on your desk. I have a standard-sized keyboard drawer and it works great for typing--the size is fine for supporting the over-sized keyboard and typing. But the keyboard is too wide to just slide into the desk. You will need to rotate the keyboard about 45 degrees to stow it in the desk's keyboard drawer. For many of us this is no big deal, but some people may want to know this ahead of time.

I am very please with this keyboard.

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Razer BlackWidow Mechanical Gaming Keyboard - Full Retail US Layout Review

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(More customer reviews)I purchased this keyboard direct from Razer since you can't seem to get it anywhere else at the moment.

The Razer Blackwidow is definitely quite different from any standard keyboard I had previously used. The keyboard I was using previously was the Razer Tarantula, which is Razer's first gaming keyboard. Compared to the Tarantula, the keys are much more tactile and make a significant noise when pressed, but quite honestly I enjoy it. Overall, it is a breeze to type on as long as you are not coming from a laptop. In that case, you may need some time to adjust to the way the keys feel when depressed.

Things I enjoy:
-Tactile feel
-Keyboard is hefty and feels like it will never break.
-Keys are easy to depress and really prevents mistypes.
-Keyboard size is much more portable for LAN's than other gaming keyboards i've seen.
-On-the-fly macros could come in handy, I just don't have a use for them yet.

My only gripes with the keyboard so far are:
-Compared to the Razer Tarantula, this keyboard has much smaller keys. This is more of an adjustment I must make on my part though.
-Razer advertised the MX Blue keyswitches as having a very small actuation distance which is true. But seeing as I depress the key all the way down in most cases, this doesn't make me any faster while gaming. If fact I almost seem slower, since I cannot press the keys as fast since it travels. I'm told thought that with practice you can learn to double tab keys without the need to fully reset the key, so I may just need a new technique.

Overall, I am rating this a 4 out of 5 with some room to grow. The keyboard feels great albeit different, there are no accidental button presses like some mechanicals, and Razer did a nice job building this product. It may just take a little time to adjust to the feel of the keys before i'm back to my A-game. For the price though, I highly recommend this for anyone looking to delve into mechanical keyboards.

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Mechanical Key Architecture - For superior tactility and faster response. 10 Customizable software profiles - With On-The-Fly switching

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Saitek Eclipse Keyboard ( PZ30AU ) Review

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(More customer reviews)Aside from a few volume and brightness control keys above the number pad, the Saitek Eclipse has a standard 104 keyboard layout. No fancy swoops, loops, or "enhanced" layouts. Except for the space bar being fatter, and the function keys being shorter, all keys are the proper size in the proper place with no frills. That is EXACTLY how you want it to be!

"Ergonomic" devices often tend to look futuristic, and have exaggerated design accents. But in the end, they don't interface well with human hands, and are mostly marketing gimmicks. Like most people, the last truly ergonomic thing you used was the finger molded handlebar grips on your tricycle.

The casing design does have some fancy swooping in the corners, with a molded-to-fit wrist rest. This "modular "X" form" absolutely does NOT interfere with function of the keyboard, and only enhances its' black and silver charm. Extreme enough for gamers, high-tech enough for enthusiasts, yet practical enough for serious work. The wrist rest is sleek and tapers down, but it wasn't very functional. I am happier with my black silicone one.

Even though the Eclipse is heralded for the stylish design, typing comfort, and hefty weight to prevent sliding, that is not enough to have the average person spend 50 bucks on a keyboard. Trust me, unless you prefer the joyful chuckle of clicking keyboards, you may not love the sleek silence without prejudice. If not, look elsewhere.

The real selling point here is, of course, the blue backlighting flowing in-between the keys and key caps. Thus giving the impression of "liquid cool" pulsing beneath your finger tips. Ahhhhh, definitely a fun keyboard to use, even without the bells and whistles. That can't be said of my Microsoft ergonomic keyboard which is being trashed! I am keeping the Microsoft Mouse because the black and silver wireless design perfectly compliments the Eclipse.

The blue light effect is better on the high setting, in my opinion, and could be brighter. It's also nice how the letters dim to black when you turn the light off. The full impact is most appreciated when you stand directly over the keyboard, and naturally, in the dark. The silver keys do seem to go black as the room goes darker, which provides great contrast.

There is a superior feeling one gets typing on something only sci-fi offered a few short years ago. That is not something most other keyboards do. This is hotter than the light up "desk keyboard", used by CEO Dillinger, in the movie, "TRON". You need not be a fan of TRON, like me, to enjoy basking in the soft glow of electronic light "eclipsing" through the crags. In fact, this is THE keyboard to have for players of the TRON 2.0 PC game. Star Wars fans may prefer the night-vision red model when fighting with Aniken Skywalker and Yoda over a pit of molten lava.

Cons: USB only with no compatibility with PS2 adaptors, or KVM switches. I suppose there is no way around needing the 6v USB ports to juice the lights. The only other option is a separate power plug, and and who wants that? Well, I might if it means a brighter keyboard and ability to use the PS2 connector. This would rock if it lit up as brightly as the number, caps, and scroll lock keys.

It is a quite and soft keyboard to type on. Maybe a bit too soft and quite for my tastes. But I am using this at work and quickly adapting to it. There is more room above the cursor keys to include a few more hot keys. Or maybe as a strip down the left side of the keyboard.

No instructions were included, at least not in my box. But it quickly was recognized by windows and I am typing away without any lag as reported by some users. Perhaps it depends on how many USB ports you have active. Expect to restart the computer a couple of times for the driver to get fully settled in. No CD software included or needed. There is an option under device manager that lets the keyboard take the computer out of standby mode.

I use mine at work, and the IT department will never be the same. So far everyone I show it to, stands in awe of the beauty - THEN I PUT THE LIGHT ON. Sure, I am one of those people who would like it brighter, but this is lovely to behold.

Even when powered down The Saitek is a simplistic piece of "form meets function" to admire and enjoy. Now if I can just convince the guys to work with the lights off. |-p

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Our award-winning keyboard design just got better! The Eclipse PC keyboard features patented TrueVu key illumination for use in any light, from day to total darkness. True-Vu key illumination through the keys! The Eclipse 104-key keyboard features patented Blue LED key illumination and backlighting, Zero-Slope design and adjustable wrist rest for ergonomic comfort. It is a Plug'n'Play design with USB connector. Compatible with Windows 7, Windows XP, XP64 and Windows Vista (all versions); Designed for applications where low light conditions prevent accurate use of a normal keyboard; Volume buttons and Bright/Dim/Off selector to control LED backlighting; TruVu keys that allow the lighting to glow through each laser-etched key; Feet angle adjustment for maximum comfort and productivity. System Requirement: Connectivity: USB 2.0; Windows XP, XP64 and Windows Vista (all versions) Windows 7

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Logitech G15 Gaming Keyboard (Black) Review

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(More customer reviews)There seems to be some reviews by users who do not actually own the G15.

I do.

As a gamer, I only need about 6 macro buttons, and they work just fine for that. The orange glow may not be quite as bright as I would like, but looks nice and does help gaming in the dark when you get the fingers on the wrong keys. The LCD is handy just in telling me the time if I'm playing some gamethat doesn't support the G15 (no more playing till 1AM accidentally) and in the games it does support, it's actually very handy - especially so in Lord Of The Rings Online or WoW, laying out stats in an easy to see way.

The downside to this kind of keyboard is you do miss some things. No volume knob, though you do get buttons. Been using a knob/wheel for years, so I'm really missing it. No calculator button, though I suppose I could make a macro for it. None of your usual Home or Web or buttons of that nature, though you do have a nice big satisfying mute button, and another to kill the Windows Button.Typing is fairly smooth, though since Logitech kept the New G15 the same size as a standard keyboard, certain buttons are smaller, like Tab, and it does take a second to get used to it. But it's not clicky at all, and is in fact one the quietest keyboards I've ever typed on.

Overall, I am very pleased with this keyboard after about a month of use. I could wish for a volume knob or calculator key. It took me a week before I realized when I was turning down the volume, it was actually showing on the little LCD display. It's a little quirky. But it's very handy for the gamer, without taking up the space of the older model.

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Good intel and the proper gear are the keys to victory, even in gaming. The Logitech G15 keyboard keeps you informed and outfitted to win. With the Logitech-exclusive GamePanel LCD, you can easily find out what server your friends are using to play Battlefield 2142, or receive notification when your World of Warcraft battleground becomes available. You can even identify who s speaking in Ventrilo. Create useful macros on the fly and play them back with a single press of a G-key. Illuminated characters allow you to play late into the night.

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Saitek Eclipse II Keyboard (PK02AU) Review

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(More customer reviews)Highly recommended, and the price on Amazon is more reasonable than many brick & mortar stores too. This keyboard has wonderful keys that are neither too springy nor too soft, great for typing, and great for games too. It's a pretty sturdy piece of kit too, and requires no extra drivers. So, of course it's main 'selling factor' is that it offers three different illumination colors - blue, red, and purple - and these can be dimmed or brightened. Worth noting is that the areas around the keys and the keys themselves are lit, so perfect for a darker environment. I like the blue color best, but that's probably the darkest, but I still find it's illuminated adequately. The purple color really shines though, and there's side strips that light up your desktop too. Very blingin'? Yes, for sure. Overkill? Perhaps, but I don't think this keyboard looks too tacky, in fact I've found it super useful to have a comfortable and durable keyboard for those late night gaming sessions.

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True-Vu Key Illumination In 3 Colors Blue Red & Purple 104-Key Keyboard Features Patented Blue Led Key Illumination & Backlighting Zero-Slope Design & Adjustable Wrist Rest For Ergonomic Comfort Features Plug-&-Play Design With Usb Connector Variable Lighting Levels Compatible With Windows98/Se/Me/2000/Xp Silver & Black Finish Features Black Keys With Laser-Cut Lettering

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Steelseries 6Gv2 Gaming Keyboard Review

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(More customer reviews)I want to make it clear that I narrowed virtually every "gaming" keyboard and most popular mechanical keyboards on the market down to this and the 7G. The reason I went with the 6Gv2 is because of the familiar key layout. As appealing as the 7G was, I had no interest in relearning how to type using its awkward key layout (small backspace key, small right shift, etc.). That being said, I am happy with this purchase for several reasons which I will list in pro/con format.

Pro:
- MX Cherry Blacks (widely considered the best switches for gaming, along with MX Reds, which I believe are only available in China).
- Solid construction (fortunately, I did not have any problem with the keys being loose in any way. My keyboard is solid through and through perhaps due to successful shipping and handling).
- Full NKRO
- Relatively inexpensive for a mechanical keyboard
- Familiar key layout and key size
- It works flawlessly with Windows 7 64bit. You simply plug it in BEFORE turning on the PC, then turn on the PC to enjoy your new keyboard.

Cons:
- Very minor flaw, but the PS/2 converter isn't the most snug-fitting connector. However, it works and does enable full NKRO, so I'd highly recommend using it.
- I can confirm what other users have written about dulling of printed letters on the keys. No exaggeration, after only a few DAYS of use, the WASD (my most used keys) keys have faded considerably. I should note that I'm impeccably hygienic and wash my hands thoroughly before each session at my PC. That being said, it's not dirt that's obscuring the letters; the letters themselves are literally rubbing off the keys. I don't see this as a glaring issue, but if you desire immaculate aesthetics, this could irritate you.
- Angle of keyboard is non-adjustable. (Not an issue for me since, if anything, I prefer a flat keyboard)

Other thoughts:
I can attest that typing on MX Cherry blacks isn't as laborious or disastrous as some people make it out to be. They're certainly still considerably more suitable for typing than rubber dome membrane keyboards. At first you might make more typing-errors because the keys actuate about half-way through the stroke, meaning if you're not a confident typist some of your thoughtless keystrokes will register as well.

Summary: if your main interest in keyboards is multimedia utility or having dozens of extra keys, then look elsewhere. This keyboard is minimalistic, highly durable and functional, and could easily be the last keyboard you ever purchase (I've read numerous claims of mechanical keyboards lasting 15-20 years with almost no loss of functionality).

For the record, I tried many different products across multiple manufacturers and ended up coincidentally settling with almost all SteelSeries peripherals. I don't have much experience with this company, but from all my impression with their products, I am very satisfied and will continue to try their merchandise.

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The SteelSeries 6Gv2, modeled after the award winning SteelSeries 7G keyboard, is the lower priced mechanical keyboard that improves the user's ability to obtain more actions per minute than any other keyboard on the market. The SteelSeries G Series Keyboards redefine "anti-ghosting" features by supporting as many simultaneous key presses as there are keys on the keyboard. The SteelSeries 6Gv2 features both PS/2 and gold-plated USB connectors as well as 18K gold-plated mechanical switches. Its increased response times and extreme durability make the SteelSeries 6Gv2 the ultimate keyboard option for gamers.

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Saitek PC Gamer's Keyboard Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought this keyboard despite some of the less than enthusiastic reviews I had read, and I couldn't be happier with it.I have no idea what those other reviewers are complaining about.The keyboard is nice and heavy with a detachable wrist rest, and of course the ever popular blue, backlit keys.The board is very stylish, but more importantly, it works flawlessly.Despite what you may have read in another review, the board DOES allow you to use the delete key to access the bios menu at boot up. It is no different than any other keyboard in that respect.It is also completely compatible with Windows XP SP2.Someone else mentioned that you couldn't use the separate command pad and the main keyboard at the same time.I don't know what their problem is, I use both the keyboard and command pad at the same time wihtout the slightest problem.The combination makes this the ideal keyboard for playing games such as first person shooters, as you can programme the keypad with up to 27 commands (9 buttons with three shift modes).Programming using the Saitek software is practically a no brainer (despite what others might have you believe) you simply open the profiler, click on the key you want to assign a function to, and then click on the key on the keyboard which corresponds to that function.It's no different that any other key mapping system.The one drawback is that, as mentioned elsewhere, there is no LED or any other indicator to show what shift mode you are in.It would have been useful had Saitek put the same blue LEDs around the shift mode keys and made it so that they would light up when that shift mode is selected.To me that is not a big enough of a problem to deduct a star for.I used a Logitech Elite keyboard prior to this, and the Saitek is far superior; if for no other reason than that with the Logitech you have to take an extra step to push a button to turn the I touch function on or off, and you have to push yet another button to lock or unlock the function keys.It was a real pain to be using a propgramme that made use of the function keys, and go to use the function buttons only to find that you forgot to unlock them first.No such problem with the Saitek.If you need special functions, you simply assign them to the command pad; so you have your special functions and your regular function keys work as they always have as well.All in all, the Saitek Gamer's Keyboard is a good, solid, fully functional keyboard that looks every bit as good as it works.

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104 key keyboard with blue LED backlighting, a thin flat design, comfortable adjustable wrist rest and angle adjustment feet.Includes a nine button programmable pad (9 Blue LED backlit buttons) with two shift keys for up to 27 button commands.Saitek's smart technology software is included and adds 27 programmable macro functions.

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Microsoft Reclusa Gaming Keyboard (Black) Review

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(More customer reviews)(updated 11/21/2008)

This is a great keyboard. After a month of use, I've gotten used to the extra keys (at first, I was pressing macro keys instead of Ctrl/Shift) and I love the visual impact of its sleek design. The "throw" of the keys is perfect -- not too much like a membrane, and fairly quiet, but just the right amount of tactile response.

The backlighting is similarly impressive, enabling you to type/play in the dark (even touch-typists need to see, sometimes). The USB cord docking feature is very nice -- it allows you to have the cord snake out of three convenient positions along the backside of the keyboard.

I haven't really noticed an enhanced response rate between the keys and software, but it's certainly no slouch.

The volume control (top right dial) is a welcome addition -- but why not a "mute" button? I can't find a way to program a "mute" command via the Reclusa software.Now for some downsides.

The macro software is somewhat lackluster. It switches on-the-fly for running programs, but there are no presets (other than the defaults) -- you'll have to hunt for .EXE files and assign keys to their profiles. To top it off, there are only 5 profiles available. Most gamers would probably prefer dozens. One key ejects the CD/DVD -- not helpful during a game, to be sure. The mail/web browser keys are in the same boat -- why enable them for full-screen game software?

The ESC key is in an awkward position. It's somewhat blocked by the (otherwise pretty) top layer of translucent plastic.

It's too easy to hit the right (or left) side buttons with a mouse. Disabling them helps, somewhat.

To top it off, connecting a Razer Copperhead (mouse) in one of the USB "convenience" on the top left/right causes the keyboard to remain unresponsive when rebooting the host PC. Once fully booted, connecting the mouse works. Connecting other common devices (like a flashcard reader) sometimes results in a "low power" message in Windows XP.If not for the dismal support software and the fact that mine came with what looks like a small "blister" or crack under the top layer of translucent plastic, I'd call this an excellent gaming keyboard. If there was a chance the software would be improved, over time, I'd mark it higher, but most companies release completely new versions of hardware with software, nowadays, opting to never improve on the original versions for current customers. 3/5 stars, 4 if they improve the drivers.

*update: driver updated, fixes a few things. Wrist pad has since broken off -- build quality may be somewhat lackluster, here. Lighting is still excellent, but I notice a significant brightness difference between the (always-on) NumLock indicator and the (never on) CAPS LOCK lights. If your PC is on 24/7, the keyboard stays lit, so LED brightness apparently degrades, over time.

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The Microsoft Reclusa gaming keyboard sets a new standard in gaming innovation. Reclusa will help set gamers apart from their competitors with advanced features and best-in-class design elements such as ambient backlighting, Hyperesponse gaming key action for maximum response with minimal latency, and two built-in gold-plated USB ports. With

Backlighting keeps you in control in any lighting situation. See more features.

A smart cabling system allows you to stow away the USB cable. this keyboard, you get the best of both worlds--the latest in Razer gaming technology with the comfort and reliability you expect from Microsoft.
You'll also be able to improve your efficiency with 12 custom-programmable buttons that include two 360 degree jog-dials and two bumper buttons conveniently located on each side of the keyboard for faster control and optimized gameplay. What's more, you'll never lose sight of your keys in the dark with the cool blue ambient backlighting. Get the edge over your opponents in dim lighting conditions. There's also a detachable wrist rest for maximizing comfort and ergonomics.
Store your macros onto five different profiles with the Razer Reclusa Configurator to suit your gaming needs. With "on-the-fly" gaming detection, switching profiles has never been so convenient. Gaming detection allows you to automatically switch to the appropriate profile when a particular game is launched. Meanwhile, a smart cabling system allows you to stow away the USB cable when not in use or shorten it when necessary. Lastly, two gold-plated USB connector ports maximize connectivity and maintain transmission integrity.

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Logitech Gaming Keyboard G510 Review

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(More customer reviews)Logitech is on a roll with their new keyboards.They've created an interesting and (usually) easy to follow line of keyboards that range from being perfectly competent (G110) to being absolutely wonderful (G19, G13).Sitting in the middle at one point was the G15.The G15 had very similar features to the G110 (which was a refresh of the G11).It came with an LCD screen where the G110 had none.The only one up the G110 had was in the programmable key department.On the side of all of the G series keyboards is a row of G-keys, which allowed you to do a variety of things, like program specific key strokes or even develop macros.All of these functions are controlled by software, that allows you to sync specific G-keys to specific games.This allows you to load a game, and have a specific key set for that particular game.

The original G15 apparently had 18 G-keys.When they redid the G series keyboards, they reduced that number to six programmable buttons (this is the previous model and the one I used).The new refresh (G510) ups the G-keys back to 18 (with the M buttons, this provides you with 54 unique functions per game).This allows games to have a vast combination of keys to choose from and even trumps the G19, the "top of the line keyboard" in terms of numbers.That is, until the inevitable G19 refresh.The G510 has an monochromatic LCD screen that has a couple of really cool widgets available.It works seamlessly with Ventrilo, so if you're in the middle of a game and you're playing with new people, you can see who's talking, comments people leave, etc.It works very well.I use it all the time with the G19.Other games offers specific widgets.I've seen this mostly with Lord of the Rings Online, where you can see your stats on the screen.It also has other non-gaming uses, such as media displays.You can see the song track/artist of music you're playing, for instance.It can also be used as a clock, a POP3 Monitor or as a RSS feed.These are all features that carry over from the G15 and are a step up from the G110 which lacks the LCD screen.This is also a step down from the G19 which offers the same functionality, but in color.The G19 will allow you to watch videos on the screen, but the small screen doesn't necessarily make it conducive to video watching on a regular basis.

Otherwise, the keyboard operates like you'd expect.It has backlights that allows you to use a multitude of colors to light your keys. It has both integrated USB for audio for a headset and also separate audio/mic jacks with the option to mute it.One nice feature is a slider that allows you to switch between gaming and Windows, which makes it so you accidently do something to minimize your game.It does lack the USB hub options of the G19, though.Overall, the G510 is a great refresh of an already capable keyboard.For those who have the G15 and are thinking about upgrading, I don't think I'd necessarily do it (or maybe look at the G19, which I will continue to use).But for those new to the Logitech G series keyboards, this is a great intermediate keyboard that offers most of the functionality of the G19 and offers more functionality than their entry level keyboard (G110). No matter which one you go with, I'm really impressed with Logitech's keyboards.

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Logitech G15 Gaming Keyboard Review

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(More customer reviews)Just got the Logitech G15 Gaming keyboard yesterday, and overall I'm impressed by the flexibility and potential it offers. However, don't let the attractive design of the keyboard and the sweet looking LCD screen you see in the pictures fool you. The real draw of the G15 can all be found on the left side of the keyboard.

The best feature of this keyboard really isn't the LCD display, but its capability to create keyboard macros.The G15 features 18 additional "G" keys on the left hand side of the keyboard, which are completely customizable to playback complicated sequences of keystrokes (i.e. macros) for whatever game or Windows application you might have.These 18 keys can each be reassigned under three different "M" keyboard maps, giving you the capability to assign 3 different macros on one G key. Think of these keys as a hardware version of Keyboard Express built into your keyboard--only the macros are "hard-wired" to specific applications, i.e., the macros only work once an application you assign to it is running on your PC. In a nutshell you a) launch the included G-Series Keyboard Profiler software, b) name and assign a macro to a specific executable program, and then c) record the keystrokes to the macro.Only after you run the designated program the macro becomes available for use.

Logitech included premade profiles for Battlefield 2 and Star Wars Battlefront in its Profiler software. As you might imagine these profiles contain some basic prebuilt macros assigned to G-Keys for those specific games, giving your keyboard some added functionality.As for the Profiler software itself--it isn't all that flashy, but contains some great tutorials to get you started.It isn't rocket science creating macros on this keyboard, but it isn't clear-cut easy either.Going through the help tutorials in the included software is a good idea. If you're not at all interested in reading, it's also pretty simple to create a macro on the fly using the Quick Macro function--just hit the MR record key, choose a G key, enter your keystrokes, then hit the MR key to stop recording. It's very simple to create macros on the fly this way.

The G Keys can also be assigned to general apps under the standard profile--default web browser, calculator, email program, My Computer, and default media player.So in essence it retains the functionality of Logitech's other keyboard, the Media Keyboard Elite.

The LCD display is a whole lot less useful than the G Keys. In the normal Windows environment it provides very basic information--one display option gives you a basic clock with hands along with the digital time and date. Another option gives you the current CPU and RAM usage in a percentage bar. It will also display basic information about the file you are playing in your default media player. Apparently you are able to use the LCD display within games, but according to the help software the game must come with "LCD support". So, ultimately (out of the box at least) the LCD isn't very useful or helpful. It's a very basic display, as well -- not too much different from the $5 LCD alarm clocks you can buy at the Jewelry section at your local Target.

The G15 has some other noteworthy features-more specifically backlit keys for late night play, 2 additional USB ports, and full media player controls.The backlit keys give a pretty nice blue glow to the keys and two brightness settings are available.The LCD screen becomes backlit along with the keys as well.The two USB ports are a disappointment from my experience.I could not connect my Motorola MPX220 cell phone to my PC through the ports on the keyboard--Windows kicked back a message that the port did not have enough power to support the device.The keyboard also features a cable management system (which are actually just wire channels under the keyboard) to prevent cable clutter. Nothing fancy, but it gets the job done.

Ergonomically the keyboard is pretty standard fare for Logitech.The keys themselves are slightly smaller than in the Media Keyboard Elite, but really no less comfortable.They also give about the same tactile response as in other Logitech keyboards. One thing to keep in mind is that this keyboard, with its additional G keys and flip up LCD display, is on the big side, so it may not fit on your keyboard drawer with the LCD display in the open position.The keyboard itself is about 21 1/2"L x 8 1/2"D x 3 1/2" H with the feet up and the LCD monitor flipped open.

Overall I can't help but feel "suckered into" buying this keyboard by looking at its sleek design and LCD. I expected a lot more functionality from the LCD display out of the box. However, I am satisfied with the overall flexibility the G15 offers. So ultimately the true beauty of the G15 lies beneath the surface.

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The Logitech G15 keyboard offers gamers an unprecedented level of in-game information, programmability and control. Its adjustable-tilt, backlit LCD display shows you crucial information during game play, and lets you set timers to keep track of game events. The 18 programmable 'G Keys' allow you to execute macros - like casting spells in World of Warcraft - with a single button press, and the backlit keys are great for lights-out play. The G15 also features a switch that turns off the 'Windows' key, so hitting that button accidentally won't end your game. The Logitech G15 keyboard is completely customizable to help you play better. Try it and you'll never go back to a standard keyboard.

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Sidewinder X6 Keyboard USB Port Review

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(More customer reviews)I got this keyboard to replace my G15. I have had both G15s so this is my third gaming keyboard.In general the keyboard is very nice, but I suggest consider what game you want it for.I purchased the keyboard for Warhammer Online, to help me with the extreme number of keys that need to bound for your abilities.

The first thing to be aware of, is the macros are driven by software driver.There is also a deficiency in the drivers that do not allow the macros to execute in games that require administrator mode in Vista.I know, I know this probably isn't a deficiency in the driver but in the game software.All I care is it doesn't work in Warhammer unless I disable User Access Control (UAC).Also this is a result of the decision to support macros via driver.

Also the num-pad switching position is nice, but I haven't found a use for it.If your hands must always be on the a,w,s,d for moving, then the number pad is too far out of reach to reach easily.I have yet to come up with a creative, and trainable solution but am going to keep trying.There has to be gold in there somewhere.(The num pad can be made to be all macro so I will probably start down that route.)

OK Those are my negatives,the positives:

The keys press firmly and nicely.The volume knob is very nice. And the dual lighting on the keyboard is very nice.I have a hard time finding these keys but I figure that is just a training issue, but the alignment feels different (I hit ~ a lot when going for the 1 key).

It goes very nice with my MS Gaming Mouse, although I have not found any particular synergies.The Macro keys on the left are nice but I still find them hard to get to with a pinky if I'm required to work my movement keys.

So all in all, a very good keyboard with a few issues with my play style and/or hand size (I have long fingers).I would give it 5/5 if weren't for the driver issue that interferes with my play patterns.

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Logitech G19 Programmable Gaming Keyboard with Color Display Review

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(More customer reviews)The video I uploaded shows a quick unboxing and showing the G19 with the previous G15 keyboards, and the color LCD displaying some YouTube videos.

** Review Updated: 8/16/09 **

Short Review (if you don't want to read all that):
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I give it a 4 1/2 stars. The keys feel nice and mushy. The LCD is no doubt really awesome to have for any multi-tasking person. I feel the features on the video player/YouTube player is missing some basic options and that is why I'm not giving it a 5-star (although this could all change with new apps or updates). Overall, the keyboard is for any gadget lovers/video enthusiasts/YouTube fans -- not just gamers. The macro G-keys, as usual in previous keyboards, is also a powerful tool for anyone wanting to work more efficiently, and again, not just for gaming.
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[2005 model] G15 v1 (Blue LED)has 18 G-Keys x 3 modes = 54 programmable.
[2007 model] G15 v2 (Orange LED) has 6 G-Keys x 3 modes = 18 programmable.
[2009 model] G19 (White is the default LED) has 12 G-keys x 3 modes = 36 programmable.

THE KEYS ON THE KEYBOARD:
G15 v1: It's small and spread apart.
G15 v2: It's larger and close together.
G19: The size is in between those two keyboards; it's also close together like the v2. Overall, I like typing on this the best.

Some positives and negatives of each keyboard...

G15 v1 (2005 - Blue LED):
+ Has the most G-keys (most people didn't seem to need/use this much, including myself, hence why v2 had so little)
+ Volume/media control wheel is nice
+ LCD can be closed shut completely
+ Has handles on the top of the keyboard for carrying it easier.
+ Lots of custom apps to be found on the net.
- Takes up the most desk space
- USB 1.1 (okay for plugging USB headphones and gaming controllers)

G15 v2 (2007 - Orange LED):
+ For those that don't need that many G-keys and prefer larger keys.
- LCD cannot tilt (already fixed)
- Volume control is just a plain button
- USB 1.1

G19 (2009):
+ Color LCD (biggest selling point and biggest upgrade) - what keyboard has a color video display?! Any geek's dream come true. It's great for multi-tasking and time flies even more now that you don't waste a second even on game loading screen or spectating a game.
+ USB 2.0 (all previous G15's were USB 1.1, so now it is suitable for even connecting flash/hard drives and not just game controllers) -- this is why it also requires an AC adapter to the keyboard. The USB ports are both on the same side now, which makes it a little easier to locate than the previous keyboards having it one on each side; however, it can be a problem when connecting flash drives or SD card readers that really stick out to the side)
+ Custom backlight colors
+ Volume scroll (although I wish it turned smoother) / some custom apps for the G15 uses the volume up/down to select menus/songs, so the new up/down scroll volume control on the G19 works out perfectly for that.
+ The keys have a nice clean feel and layout (as mentioned before, the keys aren't too spread out and still large enough, so there's less strain on the fingers for me)
- Requires AC adapter (although it is understandable, some may not have a plug open)
- Lack of app support for now.
- Price is a killer! (considering there isn't really any other keyboard with a video display, it is slightly understandable... but the apps still needs work.) ====================================================== ISSUES FOR ME:

* I have to say the documentation is very poor for this keyboard. I had no idea what the "Clipboard Commands" (10.4 on the readme file) was all about for playing a YouTube video -- that I actually want to watch. The only option you get when you enter the YouTube Video Player is viewing "Top Rated, Top Favorites (not your own), Most Viewed, Most Popular, Discussed, etc." -- ofall time, this month, this week, or today (default) -- Sure, sometimes some interesting videos may come up, but I honestly never really care for those "RANDOM" videos anyway; I prefer watching videos that I actually WANT to watch (not some "YouTube Celebrity" talking about their life all the time).

I mean, the dedicated YouTube viewer is definitely a nice idea, but I don't know why they couldn't just add a simple built-in search to toggle between typing on the LCD and out of it!(Hopefully some talented people can make some custom app to do this; for the G15, the custom app music players, such as the myLCD WVS, are far superior to Logitech's Music Media player)

It has the usual LCD Clock, Performance Monitor, Countdown Timer, but having an LCD screen, it would have been useful and nice if it at least had a built-in notepad to type out codes and other memos! (this would have also been a great workaround for using the "clipboard command")

Basically, you first have to enable "automatic playback of YouTube video URLs" in the advanced tab options, and whenever you copy (Ctrl + C) a YouTube URL, it will automatically end up on the LCD screen. So if you're in a game and you can't type and highlight/copy text, then you really can't search anything.

And to actually search for videos, you have to use their "clipboard command" (you'll want to macro this instead of having to remember and type this command every time):

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lcdyoutube:search=
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So for example, if you want to search Logitech videos, you have to type

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lcdyoutube:search=Logitech
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AND THEN you have to highlight all that and COPY (Ctrl + C) it to actually execute the search. I believe in games like WoW and Counter-Strike, this is OK for now and not completely useless, since it lets you type and highlight in-game for games such as those.

* You cannot navigate to different video folders through the LCD. You have to keep setting one video directory/all sub-directory and it will list all of them.

* Would be nice to change aspect ratio/stretch/zoom/fit when viewing videos, and especially for pictures. Since it has directional controls, they should allow you to zoom in on pictures. The picture viewer is pretty useless for me.

* It needs a quick jump to top/bottom or multiple files instead of scrolling through all the files one by one, especially if you have lots of videos. It would be nice if the volume control scroll could be temporarily toggled into acting as navigating up/down menus because it's so much easier than the buttons.

* I find it odd that it allows you to go quickly back to the top/bottom if you get to the end of the list for the main 'Switch to Program' menu screen; however, for the video/YouTube player list, once you get to the top or bottom, you're stuck and have to scroll all the way back up/down yourself! Personally, I find this inconvenient, especially since the navigation buttons aren't necessarily easy to keep pressing. For the YouTube search results, it does not allow you to HOLD-scroll either.

* For YouTube search results, it only displays the first 25 video results.

* It would be nice to be able to have a video playlist or be able to access your YouTube account's favorites.I would love it if it had a Winamp support so that it plays videos from the Winamp list too.

* Fast forward is already determined depending on the video duration.If it's a really short clip, like less than 10 seconds, then you can fast forward/rewind at 1sec intervals. However, if it's an hour long clip or so, it's already set to fast forward at 5 minutes. It doesn't matter how long you hold the button or release, the speed is not variable and is already set. This makes getting the precise spot of the clip impossible.

* It only looks for common video extentions. I have some .flv files that I saved directly from YouTube, but I have to rename them to .avi for the LCD to pick it up.

* If you searched several YouTube videos on the LCD, then you can press the Logitech-back arrow button key to see the previous results/videos, but once you go back, you can't go forward!

* Once a current YouTube-sent video ends playing, it ends up going back to the menu screen and there is no quick video repeat option. It really would be nice to have a history of viewed YouTube videos played on the G19 LCD!

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* The install CD that came with mine was an older version 3.0.1 (but the website had a 3.02), so you should check that before installing.

* As long as if the video plays fine on the main system player, such as Windows Media Player, having the right codecs and everything on the system (not built-in codecs like VLC), then it should play on the G19 monitor.

* If the person uploading a video on YouTube doesn't allow external linking, it will not be playable on the LCD; you will get that error message instead and ask if you want to play directly on a browser.

* Sometimes the YouTube Player may not respond to your clipboard commands; you'll either have to restart the Logitech LCD Manager or just kill the "LCDYT.exe" process...Read more›

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Logitech G11 Gaming Keyboard (Black/Silver) Review

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(More customer reviews)Caveat: I am not a gamer. I bought this keyboard on a quest for something better than the mediocre, mushy-feeling, gimmicky keyboards that have lots of features but which fall short on the fundamental purpose of keyboard -- typing.

The first thing you notice about this keyboard is that it is big. Really big. It measures 21.5" from side to side. I was so concerned about this keyboard taking over my limited desk space that I almost put it back in the shipping carton unopened. That would have been a mistake -- this is a fabulous keyboard, especially for those of us who grew up on the original IBM PC/XT, and AT keyboards.

No, it doesn't have the clicky sound of the original IBM boards, but the layout is nearly perfect and the feel is excellent.

I had been using a Logitech MX3000 keyboard, which met an untimely death by coffee. I was happy enough with the MX3000, and I almost bought a 3200 to replace it. But I didn't really need a cordless keyboard, and I never really cared for the mouse that comes with the Logitech 3xxx cordless desktop sets. Now that I have them side-by-side, there is no comparison. The G11 feels solid without being stiff; the MX3000 feels mushy and imprecise. The F-keys on the G11 are full-sized and are located where my fingers think they ought to be!

The provided keyboard profiler software is unobtrusive and easy to install. I have found the "G" keys handy for storing passwords, my e-mail signature, and other short snippets of text. The backlighting feature is more useful than I imagined. I don't miss the extra buttons on my MX3000; the G11's volume control and media buttons cover about99% of my needs. I would have liked a standby button, but I can understand why you wouldn't want one on a gaming keyboard.

$69 is a lot of $$$ for a keyboard. But if you spend most of your days typing, it is money well spent!

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Stay on top of your game. The Logitech G11 gaming keyboard features blue-backlit characters, 18 programmable G keys,and convenient media control buttons so you can play all night long. Create custom macros for your games and access them with a single keystroke. Reduce clutter by routing cables through the convenient under-keyboard channels. Swap gaming controls easily by plugging into the two full-speed USB ports. And never worry about getting dropped out of the action if you press the Windows key; the built-in Gaming Mode switch disables it with one touch.


Features:

Backlit keyboard
Three brightness levels, for playing in darkened rooms. Programmable G keys
Use the 18 programmable 'G keys' to execute common keystrokes or complex macros. Eliminate cable hassles! Intelligently route mouse, headset, or other cables using convenient channels under the keyboard.
System Requirements:

PC with Pentium processor or compatible
256 MB RAM
20 MB of available hard disk space
CD-ROM drive
USB port
Windows® XP or Windows Vista

Package Contents:

Logitech G11 Gaming Keyboard
Installation CD
User Guide
1-year limited warranty

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