If the native keyboard on the laptop is not convenient enough, or you just do not want to ruin it ahead of time, you should fork out for a separate keyboard. In this review, we will look at the best models of wired and wireless keyboards that will expand the functionality of the laptop and make it more comfortable to work on. And they can be used with other "smart" technology - from smartphones to smart TVs.
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Logitech K380 Multi-Device Black - the most versatile keyboard
The original model with round buttons can work not only with laptops or PCs, but also with all devices in the house equipped with Bluetooth receivers. It easily connects to your tablet, phone, smart TV or PC.
Accordingly, the list of supported platforms is also rather big: in addition to the standard Windows and macOS pairs, as well as Androids with iOS, it works correctly with ChromeOS and AppleTV.
Pros:
- Easy connection to any BT devices and fast switching between them.
- Convenient for typing through large and widely spaced keys (as in full-size models).
- There is a block of buttons responsible for managing multimedia players.
- Customizable function keys.
- Powered by two mizinchikovyh batteries, and they are already included.
- There is a charge indicator.
- Stable work within a radius of 10 m without loss of communication.
Minuses:
- Non-standard arrangement of keys, which still need to get used to.
- Not the lowest cost of 2.3-3 thousand rubles.
Rapoo E2710 Touchpad - compact version with touchpad
This wireless keyboard does not have a digital unit, but there is a wide and quite responsive touchpad that allows you to drop the mouse.
The model is sold in white and black, so that it will be possible to choose the most "consonant" with your laptop option. In addition, the keyboard is suitable for controlling other devices, although a permanent connection is supported with only one receiver.
Pros:
- Stainless steel hard case.
- Very compact size 25x8 cm and ultra-thin design (19 mm).
- The radio module "beats" at 8-10 meters.
- It is equally good friends with both Windows and Macs.
- The service life of complete batteries is up to six months, then they can be easily replaced.
Minuses:
- Because of the touch panel, all other keys are made smaller and literally put together, which provokes false positives.
- In the Cyrillic layout, the letters “e”, “x” and a solid sign are moved down, so you have to get used to it.
Gembird KB-400BT Black - Compact Folding Keyboard
This miniature model will easily fit on the front of any laptop under the main keyboard, because its dimensions are only 29x9 cm. But it will be convenient to work with it on the table.
Gembird compactly folds book, is equipped with a built-in Bluetooth module with a range of up to 10 meters and is powered by a capacious battery of 110 mAh.
Pros:
- Sturdy aluminum case.
- When closing, it automatically turns off so as not to consume a charge.
- Cyrillic and Latin characters are highlighted in different colors.
- Suitable not only for laptops, but also for tablets, and the complete case can be turned into a tablet stand.
- Battery life up to 40 hours
- Relatively low cost - 1800 rubles.
Minuses:
- The most short-lived membrane type of buttons - but it is also the quietest.
- Delete is not in principle, although there was a place for two Win-buttons and the “.com” key.
Microsoft All-in-One Media - waterproof model
Low-profile keyboard with membrane buttons is small. Nevertheless, there was a place on it to accommodate the touchpad, which for laptop owners is much more familiar to the mouse.
A big plus of this model is waterproof performance. Of course, you should not bathe her in the bathroom, but she will survive the spilled cup of coffee, if you wipe the liquid in time and lightly rinse the keys with water - so that you do not stick it.
Pros:
- Strong, high-quality assembly, despite the plastic case.
- Compact size 37x13 cm
- Soft and very quiet keys.
- The ability to customize individual buttons for quick access to applications (performed in a proprietary utility).
- Powered by AAA batteries - included.
- The price is 1800-2000 rubles.
Minuses:
- For the touchpad, developers had to sacrifice a side digital unit.
- Wireless connection is via radio.
- Paging functions are available only through the Fn-button.
- Missing print screen.
Tesoro Tizona Spectrum - wired laptop pad
All compact laptops have one problem - the lack of a Num-block. But if you work a lot with numbers, it is simply necessary. For these situations, and intended nampad Tesoro - a separate numeric keypad that is connected to the laptop via USB.
Pros:
- Mechanical (that is, almost eternal) keys.
- The small size is 10,5x14 cm.
- Customizable RGB-illumination in 16.8 million colors.
- Support for simultaneous pressing of all buttons.
- Ability to program each key.
- There are functions of reset and blocking.
- Very long cord for such a device (1.5 m).
- Can be used together with the keyboard of the same name, having fastened the pad with magnetic locks.
- 2 years warranty.
Minuses:
- Expensive for such a highly specialized device (2200-2800 rubles).
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