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macbook keyboard protector

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stealthsniper96

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Jul 20, 2007
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thinking about gettin a keyboard protector for my MB. so far the protouch's seem to be the best but im always open for suggestions, and i have some questions. 1- do they have anything printed on the keys? mainly the F keys and are they for the previous or current gen? 2- i think i saw something on their site about one of them glowing in the dark? which one is that? thx.
 
I have the iSkin ProTouch and I really like it. I have the clear one and there is nothing printed on it. It does look like the ghost and black colors have the keys printed on them.
 
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I bought the protouch with my apple gift card I received for Christmas this year, I was slightly disappointed. Here's why:
  • The keys don't press as easy, more missed keystrokes
  • this leads to more risk of carpal tunnel syndrome
  • the keyboard on the macbook is a vital air intake for the internal fan and so the protouch protector does increase the system heat making your fan run nearly full speed as long as the computer is on.
My honest opinion, after owning one for a month.

About the last bullet: The FAQ for the protouch protector addresses this saying that it is untrue. But take it from me, it is very true. They say 'normal' temperatures, who's to say whats the difference between normal and ideal for your system. You don't want to sound like a freight train every time you go to the library because you want to keep dust out of your macbook.
 
I have found that keyboard protectors affect the way I type. I like to be able to glide my fingers across the keys which allows me to type fast. That is just me though.
 
Protouch is impregnated with pesticide. Could be a concern.

Microban is a trade name for Triclosan. Studies supposedly show this to be safe but these are not conclusive. Several countries have limited usage of this chemical due to its breakdown into dioxin compounds, worries over antibiotic resistance, and endocrine disruptor action in amphibians. I would not wish to be in contact with this substance for the amount of time I spend using keyboards, and certainly would not allow children to use anything containing it.

I also realize that most people won't care about this but if you're a cautious sort, now you have something to research before buying this product.

InCase seems to have a few likely candidates; has anyone tried these?
 
P.S. Will any of these really protect against a real soaking?

They don't look all that protective against the only thing that I could see using them to protect against, which is a large splash.
 
Even if i'm thinking of buy one of this protouch, i wonder whether it affects the way i write on the keyboard. This kind of protector adds a rubber layer which may give the sensation of writing on a ZX Spectrum (for the ones who haven't tried, it's not so pleasant write a long BASIC program with a rubber keyboard!).

Sorry for the english,
cheers!
 
I got one before but it was deformed within weeks of use due to the heat air coming out from the keyboard.
 
iLog.Genius said:
+1. I've tried various kinds in the Apple store and none of them fit and felt right on the keyboard. I find the Moshi Clearguard to fit the keyboard perfectly and it feels the same to type on.
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Yup. I also use and adore the Moshi Clearguard.
 
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