Kanex Multisync For Mac
Set up of this Bluetooth 3.0-sporting keyboard is painless and typical of any Bluetooth device. The kicker here is that the keyboard can pair with up to four separate devices. So if you have a Mac, iPhone, iPad, and maybe a laptop paired with an external display, switching between devices is as simple as pressing one of four quick-switch keys above the full-sized numeric keypad. Unfortunately, despite how advanced this keyboard is, it lacks a rechargeable battery—meaning if the two AAA batteries used to power the keyboard bite the dust, you're out of luck unless you have some extras on hand. Typing on Kanex's keyboard feels, to me, marginally better than Apple's keyboard. It sits at a comfortable angle.
Kanex Multisync Mac Keyboard
There is a small but noticeable increase in key travel, while the keys themselves are a little more 'clicky' than Apple's. Keys are spaced out well and sized slightly larger than Apple's, which makes using it feel less cramped than using Apple's keyboards. In addition to having the same function keys that you would find on an Apple keyboard, Kanex's offering provides a few iOS-specific functions like Home and Search. Touching back on the full-sized numeric keypad; it's a pleasure to have. Doing any serious number input with Apple's top-row numeric keys is such a hassle and the inclusion of the numeric keypad is more than welcome. Seamlessly set up and manage all of your Apple devices with Jamf Now. This cloud-based mobile device management software allows you to remotely configure (everything from Wi-Fi settings to email accounts) all of the iPads, iPhone, and Mac computers at work or at home.
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. Mac Layout. Bluetooth 3.0.
Battery Capacity: 750mah. Charging Input: 5V/1A.
Rechargeable Lithium ion Compatibility:. iPad Pro 12.9”/ 9.7”, iPad Air / Air 2. iPad mini / mini 2 / mini 3 / mini 4. iPhone 5/5c/5s, 6/6Plus, 6s/6s Plus, 7/7Plus.
Apple TV 3rd & 4th Generation. iOS 7 & above. MacOS 10 & above. Android 4.0 & above. Windows XP/7/8/10. Bluetooth 3.0 supported smartphone and tablets At first glance, it really looks like any other Bluetooth keyboard out there.
What’s the big deal? The MultiSync Premium Slim Keyboard can pair up to four Bluetooth devices.
Kanex Multisync Aluminum Mac Keyboard Review
If you’re a Mac user and you dislike the standard white keycaps, rejoice! Finally, black keys with the appropriate MacOS commands. It’s a little hard to photograph, but there are three tiny LED indicators for Caps, Connect, and Power. The bottom has four tiny feet and seems to be made of the same aluminium-like metal as the rest of the keyboard. I wasn’t a fan of the arrow keys. Instead of the “inverted T” layout, the up/down buttons are half-sized. When you look from the side, you can see some similarities between Apple’s own wireless keyboard.
It’s very low profile. On the back edge is a physical toggle switch for keyboard power. In the middle of the top edge is the micro USB charging port. Unlike the Apple wireless keyboard, the Kanex keys are backlit. Here’s the Logitech K811 (top) and the Kanex (bottom). I was pleased to find such a low-profile keyboard that was built out of premium materials for a change.
The Mac/iOS keys worked without issue. I’m still not a fan of the up/down keys since I’m a creature of habit, but that’ll just take some time to adjust. Maybe I just don’t like white keys, but the is a real treat if you like black backlit keys. Source: The sample for this review was provided. Please visit their site for more info and to order.