[New&Improved] Keyboards, where do you fit?

Binge · Oct 12, 2012, 05:18 AM

The question of the hour posted above. This time select as many options as apply to you!

AhokZYashA · Oct 12, 2012, 05:31 AM

backlight that doesn't bleed to the base of the keycaps,
only litting the alphabets

cdawall · Oct 12, 2012, 07:04 AM

Were is the selection for "normal keyboard" I have some $20 wireless Logitech from Target...

sneekypeet · Oct 12, 2012, 07:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cdawall

Were is the selection for "normal keyboard" I have some $20 wireless Logitech from Target...

I believe they fall under membrane or scissor.

Bjorn_Of_Iceland · Oct 12, 2012, 07:11 AM

Mech Led. Also forgot Audio I/O -_-

Sinzia · Oct 12, 2012, 08:16 AM

All I want is a back-lit IBM Model M with a windows key. (104 keys)

erixx · Oct 12, 2012, 08:30 AM

Please make each option a direct link to Wikipedia, most I am not sure what it stands for.

Then, personally, I'd add LCD screen, once tasted you want it for your lifetime.

STCNE · Oct 12, 2012, 11:07 AM

Mechanical, PBT keys, and quiet(to a reasonable degree). I don't use any of the extra features that some boards have and I'd rather just keep it simple, and once you've used PBT keys you really can't go back. One option I think you should add is 'stealth' keys. I've got one of those Ducky boards where the letters are engraved into the keys but not filled making the keys look all black in most lighting conditions. It helps make the desk look less cluttered having it this way and not being able to see the keys helps you type. At first I was nervous I wouldn't be able to use a board without keys but I adapted real fast.

Unfortunately my board has Cherry Blues so it doesn't really fit the quiet criteria. The quiet switches tend to be the ones with low activation force or ones without any feedback. I tried using a board with reds once. It was quiet, but I'm way too heavy handed for those switches. I ended up pushing keys when I was just trying to rest my hand over them.

Phusius · Oct 12, 2012, 11:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by STCNE

Mechanical, PBT keys, and quiet(to a reasonable degree). I don't use any of the extra features that some boards have and I'd rather just keep it simple, and once you've used PBT keys you really can't go back. One option I think you should add is 'stealth' keys. I've got one of those Ducky boards where the letters are engraved into the keys but not filled making the keys look all black in most lighting conditions. It helps make the desk look less cluttered having it this way and not being able to see the keys helps you type. At first I was nervous I wouldn't be able to use a board without keys but I adapted real fast.

Unfortunately my board has Cherry Blues so it doesn't really fit the quiet criteria. The quiet switches tend to be the ones with low activation force or ones without any feedback. I tried using a board with reds once. It was quiet, but I'm way too heavy handed for those switches. I ended up pushing keys when I was just trying to rest my hand over them.

sounds like black switches would be great for you, silent but harder to hit

AlienIsGOD · Oct 12, 2012, 11:15 AM

i voted something else for the fact that since my G15, i cant be without the LCD screen

I do prefer the G510 screen tho, the G15 gaudy orange was getting to me after 4 years.

Phusius · Oct 12, 2012, 11:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AlienIsGOD

i voted something else for the fact that since my G15, i cant be without the LCD screen

I do prefer the G510 screen tho, the G15 gaudy orange was getting to me after 4 years.

what is the benefit of a screen on your keyboard? if you have everything set right, temps should be fine and u shouldnt have to worry about them after initial OC testing. so what do you use it for?

MasterInvader · Oct 12, 2012, 12:04 PM

I voted;
Mechanical, Media Keys, Macro Keys, Gold Plated connectors, Volume Wheel, Audio I/O, Extra USB ports

Something else I forgot (explain in a post);
True gaming layout keys
http://steelseries.com/products/keyb...s-merc-stealth

AlienIsGOD · Oct 12, 2012, 12:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Phusius

what is the benefit of a screen on your keyboard? if you have everything set right, temps should be fine and u shouldnt have to worry about them after initial OC testing. so what do you use it for?

email, clock, RSS feeds, games that support the LCD like WoW that display character info, Ventrilo to see whos talking, Core Temp LCD addon. is that enough?

Binge · Oct 12, 2012, 01:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by erixx

Please make each option a direct link to Wikipedia, most I am not sure what it stands for.

Then, personally, I'd add LCD screen, once tasted you want it for your lifetime.

http://lmgtfy.com/?q=wikipedia

james888 · Oct 12, 2012, 02:23 PM

I put volume wheel even though mine are buttons. It is the only feature on there that I currently have on my $10 hp keyboard. I wont upgrade unless I could try a better keyboard.

Derek12 · Oct 12, 2012, 08:39 PM

Quiet specially.
Membrane
With media and macro Keys
Wireless (though forgotten to select it in poll)

View Poll Results: What is it you want to finger on your desk?
Mechanical	19	70.37%
Capacitive	0	0%
Hall Effect	1	3.70%
Membrane	2	7.41%
Scissor Switch	0	0%
LED	7	25.93%
Dye Sub Keycaps	0	0%
Double Shot Keycaps	1	3.70%
PTB Keycaps	3	11.11%
ABS Keycaps	1	3.70%
Translucent Keycaps	2	7.41%
Media Keys	9	33.33%
Macro Keys	8	29.63%
Engraved Keycaps	3	11.11%
ISO layout	0	0%
ANSI layout	1	3.70%
DVORAK layout	0	0%
7-Bit layout	0	0%
96 Key layout	2	7.41%
60% layout	0	0%
Egronomic layout(s)	2	7.41%
AZERTY layout	0	0%
10Key-less	3	11.11%
PS/2 Compatible	2	7.41%
NKRO	7	25.93%
Gold Plated connectors	5	18.52%
Detachable Cable	2	7.41%
Quiet! SHHHHHH!!!!	5	18.52%
Wireless	4	14.81%
Multi-platform (e.g. compatible with smart devices, consoles, and tablets)	3	11.11%
Waterproof	6	22.22%
Touch-input (touch button, touch pad etc)	0	0%
Volume Wheel	11	40.74%
Audio I/O	5	18.52%
Extra USB ports	10	37.04%
Something else I forgot (explain in a post)	4	14.81%
Multiple Choice Poll. Voters: 27. You may not vote on this poll

Oct 12, 2012, 05:18 AM	#1
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Oct 12, 2012, 07:04 AM	#3
cdawall where the hell are my stars Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: some AF base Posts: 16,173 (6.41/day) Thanks: 460 Thanked 2,807 Times in 2,254 Posts System Specs	Were is the selection for "normal keyboard" I have some $20 wireless Logitech from Target... __________________

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Oct 12, 2012, 07:11 AM	#5
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Oct 12, 2012, 08:16 AM	#6
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Oct 12, 2012, 11:07 AM	#8
STCNE Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Connecticut USA Posts: 236 (0.23/day) Thanks: 40 Thanked 42 Times in 30 Posts System Specs	Mechanical, PBT keys, and quiet(to a reasonable degree). I don't use any of the extra features that some boards have and I'd rather just keep it simple, and once you've used PBT keys you really can't go back. One option I think you should add is 'stealth' keys. I've got one of those Ducky boards where the letters are engraved into the keys but not filled making the keys look all black in most lighting conditions. It helps make the desk look less cluttered having it this way and not being able to see the keys helps you type. At first I was nervous I wouldn't be able to use a board without keys but I adapted real fast. Unfortunately my board has Cherry Blues so it doesn't really fit the quiet criteria. The quiet switches tend to be the ones with low activation force or ones without any feedback. I tried using a board with reds once. It was quiet, but I'm way too heavy handed for those switches. I ended up pushing keys when I was just trying to rest my hand over them. __________________ I used to be proud to be an audiophile, but when you go from "isn't $50 a bit much for a headphone" to "cool, only a few hundred" and you start selling off parts of your PC to get your next fix... oh well. It's still cheaper than being a car guy.

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Oct 12, 2012, 11:15 AM	#10
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Oct 12, 2012, 12:04 PM	#12
MasterInvader Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Portugal Posts: 247 (0.39/day) Thanks: 15 Thanked 57 Times in 50 Posts System Specs	I voted; Mechanical, Media Keys, Macro Keys, Gold Plated connectors, Volume Wheel, Audio I/O, Extra USB ports Something else I forgot (explain in a post); True gaming layout keys http://steelseries.com/products/keyb...s-merc-stealth

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Oct 12, 2012, 02:23 PM	#15
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Oct 12, 2012, 08:39 PM	#16
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