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Good Wireless Keyboard with Touchpad - pwriesnik - 2016-07-28
I am looking for a well working and robust Keyboard for my HTPC. I don't mind if it has BT or a USB-Dongle, just wireless. The only 2 things that I really need is a stable connection with a wide range (I sit about 5m away from my HTPC) and a good touchpad. I gave Logitechs K400 a try, but the Touchpad was just a pain in the ass. Never really worked, it always got stuck and didn't react anymore. Would be really happy to get some input and ideas.
RE: Good Wireless Keyboard with Touchpad - Doc.Ex - 2016-07-28
I have used the Logitech TK820. It has a large touchpad and decent key switches for couch use. However I didn't like the touchpad either. I am used to the touchpad of my Macbook and sadly I have not encountered a touchpad yet that works as good.
However, since I also do some gaming on my HTPC I used my Xbox One controller and an app from the steam shop called Controller Companion. Together with the Xbox Chatpad (Keyboard for the controller), I very much prefer that over the Keyoard solution because using the Sticks for mouse and scrolling and also having a keyboard is waaay more comfortable and precise that the keyboard/touchpad kombo I used before. You can also configure different mapping for different programs. In chrome for example the Y button opens a new tab and the shoulder buttons go backward or forward. So if you don't necessarily need a keyboard, but just a comfortable way to control your HTPC, I recommend to check that out.
http://controllercompanion.com
RE: Good Wireless Keyboard with Touchpad - pwriesnik - 2016-07-28
Thanks for the input, but I really need the keyboard. And I do not really want a separate mouse. But since I am also used to my macbooks touchpad, the logitech was just a huge disappointment. Any other manufacturers worth considering?
RE: Good Wireless Keyboard with Touchpad - Shomei - 2016-07-30
I'm using Rii mini i6 RF-version mini-keyboard
My quote from "What remote device do you use?" thread
(2016-06-21, 23:55)Shomei Wrote: Name: Rii mini i6 RF-version with mini usb dongle
Remote Device: mini-keyboard / Remote
Media Device: HTPC
OS: Windows
Connection type: Wireless version
Pros:
++ can learn the IR codes from original remotes (works with my LG TV)
++ more responsive touchpad compared to my old rii mini-keyboard
+ perfect size
+ backlit
Cons:
- problems with distance (? mini usb dongle), so I had to use usb extension. Now it works fine.
- sleep mode: can't wake up instantly, I need to make a long press or 1 extra click. Very annoying =(
- not good battery life compared to my old rii mini-keyboard.
- not reliable on/off switch
RE: Good Wireless Keyboard with Touchpad - pwriesnik - 2016-07-30
Thanks, but that rii mini is just too small for my needs. I want a normally sized keyboard. The logitech k400 was perfect, the quality just sucked.
RE: Good Wireless Keyboard with Touchpad - pulpfxn - 2016-07-30
Microsoft All-in-One Media Keyboard. Range might be a little short though.
RE: Good Wireless Keyboard with Touchpad - pwriesnik - 2016-07-30
(2016-07-30, 18:56)pulpfxn Wrote: Microsoft All-in-One Media Keyboard. Range might be a little short though.How short is short?
RE: Good Wireless Keyboard with Touchpad - magister - 2016-07-30
Logitech k830 or the 1byone. http://www.aftvnews.com/1byone-bluetooth-keyboard-w-touchpad-review/
RE: Good Wireless Keyboard with Touchpad - pwriesnik - 2016-07-30
The 1byone looks really promising, any info on the touchpad quality?
RE: Good Wireless Keyboard with Touchpad - pulpfxn - 2016-08-01
(2016-07-30, 18:59)pwriesnik Wrote:(2016-07-30, 18:56)pulpfxn Wrote: Microsoft All-in-One Media Keyboard. Range might be a little short though.How short is short?
About 2-2.5 metres.
RE: Good Wireless Keyboard with Touchpad - Shomei - 2016-08-01
(2016-07-30, 12:56)pwriesnik Wrote: Thanks, but that rii mini is just too small for my needs. I want a normally sized keyboard. The logitech k400 was perfect, the quality just sucked.
There are 3 new rii model: K18, i15, K16
http://www.riitek.com/d/file/product/mini/2016-07-28/39f10bcc05cf94dcea6994e73b904062.jpg
http://www.riitek.com/d/file/product/mini/2016-06-16/d8c70fec7d80dd4c32bef2e781a9702a.jpg
http://www.riitek.com/d/file/product/mini/2016-04-06/f54eb07bdd3597c38e10e4cfd12afee9.jpg
Mini Wireless keyboard Review: Riitek K18 Touchpad Keyboard
http://www.androidpimp.com/computer-accessories/riitek-k18-mini-wireless-keyboard-review
RE: Good Wireless Keyboard with Touchpad - pwriesnik - 2016-08-01
The K18 doesn't look too bad, but it seems as if there was no place to get Rii products in the EU.
RE: Good Wireless Keyboard with Touchpad - Ned Scott - 2016-08-02
You can get them about anywhere, but be careful of fakes. There are tons of fake Rii products out there. Check Amazon and the various normal places.