Halp me SM! I needz a new keyboard

[Ckanderson]

Yep, my keyboard from 98 is too old for me then keys arnt workin so great.

So........

I want something thin, and stylish. I dont need gamer stuff, or anything fancy. I saw an aluminum one that apple makes that would be super sweet but I run the pc's........ Machined black aluminum would be PIMP......

Suggestions?

this one is nice.
http://www.apple.com/keyboard/

 

[JMDigital]

This KB kicks all others ass... Even the name is cool OPTIMUS MAXIMUS !

http://www.artlebedev.com/everything/optimus/

Each key is a stand-alone display showing the function it is currently associated with. You wanted a PIMP keyboard , so here it is.. only
$462.27

Here is a screen shot of the software to program the keys...

back view..

 

[Ckanderson]

^cant get it in black :sad:

 

[Piratetip]

Definitely comes in black.
$1,564 for 113 OLED keys.

 

[1jzdreamer]

http://www.thinkgeek.com/computing/input/8193/

or

http://www.thinkgeek.com/computing/input/8396/ (not as awsome)

FInally:

http://www.thinkgeek.com/computing/input/8cbc/
(cheapest of the 3 and my favorite)

 

[BlackMKIII]

1jzd, that first one is so badass... Reminds me of that email that was circulating a few years back. LOL.

 

[BorHor]

I think you can run the Apple keyboard on a PC.

 

[Merlyn]

I have the Saitek Eclipse II Keyboard. I am against all the big gamer keyboards, but at the same time want something that works well, has good key clicks etc... the LEDs, eh just a "Ricer" Bonus. The keyboard works very well for me.

The Blank Keyboard, I have thought about getting one of those, but in reality, why make life harder then you have to. I rarely look at the keyboard (99.9% of the time, I don't even glance at the keys), but in reality there are those times where you want to find something specific (if you have not 100% learned the SHIFT + # combinations.).

My only opinions, but the Saitek Eclipse II is a nice keyboard, for a somewhat good price.

My 2 cents

 

[Kai]

Logitech UltraX Media Desktop - Wireless keyboard and mouse set, only available in black. Laptop style keys (short travel). Verrry cool.

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=220182019598

 

[ValgeKotkas]

I assume you have opened your 98 keyboard at some point of time, and cleaned it?

 

[Merlyn]

Personally... as you have been using a wired keyboard. Keep it... Don't get me wrong, I am up with all of the latest tech gadgets.... I purchased an ipod touch the day it came out (returned it), I have the Pioneer D3 in my car, the newest Escort 9500i radar detector, best 21 inch LCD when it came on the market...

Wireless Keyboard / Mice are the stupidest invention (aside for laptops) out there...

A keyboard generally stays within a 2 foot radius of the computer itself, and replacing the batteries when they run out, and the opps, I don't have batteries to replace it with... yea I would stick with Wired IMO (reason I have a "gaming keyboard", only shit that is good quality yet still wired now adays")

 

[Kai]

I guess you dont have an HTPC then....

 

[Jeff Lange]

I don't really care if I have a wired or wireless keyboard since it just sits on my desk, but if I was using it with a TV or something, then I'd love a wireless. Just different products for different needs. Also, any quality keyboard/mouse you buy will have rechargeable batteries either with a docking station or a charger you can hot swap with. I've got a Logitech G15 (the original, not the new sux0rz one), and a G7 gaming mouse, as well as an MX1000 mouse, both are wireless, both are Lithium Ion, the G7 has comes with 2 batteries and a charger. When it dies you always have a new one to throw in. With the MX1000, the internal battery is larger and it has a docking station, so whenever I'm not using it, it's on the dock and charging.

I've never had either run out of batteries and I couldn't use the computer. I like wireless mice because the cord doesn't get caught on anything or get in the way. My keyboard rarely if ever moves, so wired is fine.

Jeff

 

[Ckanderson]

I assume you have opened your 98 keyboard at some point of time, and cleaned it?

This keyboard went thru college with me. So yes, it has been cleaned, thrown in the dishwasher, had beer and various other "fluids" on it and in it.

I just want something cool looking.

 

[Clueless]

I have the original G15 keyboard and the MX Revolution mouse...love this combination.

 

[steven89]

I have a Saitek Eclipse [the first one] I love it! Its one of the best keyboards i've ever had. The keystrokes are nice and smooth, perfect, and the back lighting actually looks nice [if you're into that]. And, well theres 2 versions of the eclipse, you can get it without back lit keys, or with.

and mac keyboards should work on a PC I think. I tried one from my friends' mac once, it worked.

 

[daledoe]

That first keyboard is thin as hell!!!

 

[Lino]

I also have the original G15 and love it! But sinc you want something thin I don't recommend it.

I kinda like this one:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16823155003

 

[Ckanderson]

blah^ everyone says chrome wears off.

I want something cool and new look....

I wonder if that apple keyboard wuld work

 

[ValgeKotkas]

I like mah old-school Windows Natural keyboard