Satechi Launches New Backlit Keyboards, iPad Stand

[D.T.]

Well, I just ordered the X3 Bluetooth. I hope I won't regret it.
I recently found an original brand-new Apple Bluetooth full-size keyboard (white one). I would like to use it, but I'm now used to the low profile keyboards. I may end up selling it.

I think I might too [order the X3], with the discount, it's only ~$72 delivered.

I currently use a fantastic Das Keyboard, 4 Pro for Mac, I've generally dug on mechanicals (this uses Cherry MX Brown switches), and it has slick media/volume control, USB 3.0 hub, but I'd love a backlit, and the option to pair with multiple devices is great, I'm doing some iPad development, and I'd love to be able to quickly switch over to a physical KB for input.

 

[macduke]

Wow, this actually looks great. Anyone use this brand before? How do their keys feel compared to a Magic Keyboard? I’ve been thinking about going back to a smaller keyboard just because I’m constantly moving my full sized Magic Keyboard around to have more room for my mouse but then have to move back to center it for typing. It’s rather annoying. Maybe I could buy a separate numpad to keep to the side for when I’m crunching numbers in Excel? Although I do also like bigger arrow keys.

 

[Eithanius]

My Apple wired keyboard died a month back, and since Apple no longer has any wired keyboards I got a Matias. It's okay, but the keys aren't nearly as responsive as Apple's version and often stick. So I'll check out Satechi's wired version when it's available. That's a decent price.

Unlike Apple Wired, Satechi’s do not have USB ports which I can use to plug my wired mouse...

 

[Amazing Iceman]

Unlike Apple Wired, Satechi’s do not have USB ports which I can use to plug my wired mouse...

Those are USB 1.x ports. Only useful for a mouse. Can't use them to plug in a USB Flash drive or any other device due to lame performance. So it's really not a convenience.
And with a wired mouse, the wire gets in the way. Not as convenient as a good wireless mouse or even better, a TrackPad.
You should try it sometime. Unless you play video games or do CAD, where a mouse works best.

 

[Amazing Iceman]

Well, Mr. Postman just knocked on my door to deliver my Aluminum Desktop Stand, and I have to say that I LOVE IT!

It's very solid, it doesn't move from he position I set. It doesn't move or shake while using it. It's the best stand I've ever purchased or tested.







My only regret is not being able to purchase another one, as I was trying to use my Reward Points and these wouldn't work. And now it's sold out.

Now I'm waiting for the Wireless X3 Keyboard to arrive.


What has now caught my attention on their website is their 72W USB-C PD Card adapter.

Also, has anyone tried their Wireless Mouse yet? Thinking about getting one for my iPad Pro or casual gaming.

 

[NFernoSlyr]

Well, Mr. Postman just knocked on my door to deliver my Aluminum Desktop Stand, and I have to say that I LOVE IT

Got mine today also! It's gorgeous... thinking about getting the X1 Bluetooth keyboard.

 

[Amazing Iceman]

Got mine today also! It's gorgeous... thinking about getting the X1 Bluetooth keyboard.

My X3 Wireless should hopefully arrive on Wednesday.

 

[NFernoSlyr]

My X3 Wireless should hopefully arrive on Wednesday.

Just ordered the X1 wireless earlier this evening. I hope to get it this week.

 

[cupcakes2000]

Can anyone who has just received one of these stands advise me as to whether it’s possible to bring it forwards to a low angle suitable for writing and drawing?

 

[Amazing Iceman]

Can anyone who has just received one of these stands advise me as to whether it’s possible to bring it forwards to a low angle suitable for writing and drawing?

Yes, it can be adjustable at any angle, starting from full upright to almost flat.
One of the reasons I bought it is that I need it at certain angles for drawing, photo editing and document signing.
being fully adjustable, it works at any angle.

 

[cupcakes2000]

Yes, it can be adjustable at any angle, starting from full upright to almost flat.
One of the reasons I bought it is that I need it at certain angles for drawing, photo editing and document signing.
being fully adjustable, it works at any angle.

Excellent. Thank you. And do you find it stable almost flat? Even pencil pressure in the extreme corners?

 

[Amazing Iceman]

Excellent. Thank you. And do you find it stable almost flat? Even pencil pressure in the extreme corners?

Yes it's very stable even when applying decent pressure; no complaints. This was my main concern when I ordered it.
I just tested it again, and you iPad (not the stand) my slightly move if you apply more than normal pressure (meaning pressure that could eventually damage your Pencil). As it is, it passes my test with flying colors.

 

[cupcakes2000]

Yes it's very stable even when applying decent pressure; no complaints. This was my main concern when I ordered it.
I just tested it again, and you iPad (not the stand) my slightly move if you apply more than normal pressure (meaning pressure that could eventually damage your Pencil). As it is, it passes my test with flying colors.

I rest my other hand on the edge anyway, so would be a counterbalance. Thanks! Gonna get one.

 

[robbysibrahim]

Just got mine two minutes ago. First impressions - super fast pairing, quiet keys and very nice travel. Build quality is good too. Feels like they were going for the 2019 MacBook Pro keyboard feel. Very happy in the three sentences typed so far.

Edit: X3 with num pad.

 

[Amazing Iceman]

I rest my other hand on the edge anyway, so would be a counterbalance. Thanks! Gonna get one.

I just ordered a second one for my wifey. I knew she would love mine after seeing it. I just needed to make sure it was good quality product, before ordering a second one.

 

[Amazing Iceman]

Just got mine two minutes ago. First impressions - super fast pairing, quiet keys and very nice travel. Build quality is good too. Feels like they were going for the 2019 MacBook Pro keyboard feel. Very happy in the three sentences typed so far.

Edit: X3 with num pad.

Hopefully mine arrives tomorrow. Can't wait.

 

[ErikGrim]

Well, Mr. Postman just knocked on my door to deliver my Aluminum Desktop Stand, and I have to say that I LOVE IT!

It's very solid, it doesn't move from he position I set. It doesn't move or shake while using it. It's the best stand I've ever purchased or tested.


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My only regret is not being able to purchase another one, as I was trying to use my Reward Points and these wouldn't work. And now it's sold out.

Now I'm waiting for the Wireless X3 Keyboard to arrive.


What has now caught my attention on their website is their 72W USB-C PD Card adapter.

Also, has anyone tried their Wireless Mouse yet? Thinking about getting one for my iPad Pro or casual gaming.

That is very nice. I might buy that next while waiting for my X1 to arrive.

 

[ErikGrim]

Mine's arrived now. First impressions: Feels and looks very premium. Good solid weight. In general it feels like the Magic Keyboard + 5% of size and weight. It's not at all wobbly, and the keys have a bit more travel and bounces back with a nice spring. The key coating is not as nice, with a bit more grip. If you drag your fingers across the MK it's all smooth, if you drag your fingers across the X1 it squeaks from the extra friction. Not sure how this will play out in real life, but as I'm typing this it's not bothersome.

The keys are about 5% larger as mentioned with less gaps inbetween. The keyboard is pretty much exactly as tall as the MK, but with the top row being half height. F3 and F4 defaults to Spotlight and the tab switcher instead of Exposé and Launcher, which is a wash for me. Spotlight and Exposé as defaults would have been ideal.

The key caps are a heavier weight than the MK, but still feels very Mac like. This is 100% a Mac keyboard for Mac users.

The backlight is ....ok. It gets nice and bright and is much better to deal with in the dark of course. The light looks a bit cheap, with some uneven bits especially under the space bar. The temperature is very cool, and it has a "kiosk" quality to it. It's serviceable, but feels like the least premium aspect of this product.

All in all perfectly good value, plus the black and space grey now matches my black Magic Mouse.

 

[Amazing Iceman]

Mine's arrived now. First impressions: Feels and looks very premium. Good solid weight. In general it feels like the Magic Keyboard + 5% of size and weight. It's not at all wobbly, and the keys have a bit more travel and bounces back with a nice spring. The key coating is not as nice, with a bit more grip. If you drag your fingers across the MK it's all smooth, if you drag your fingers across the X1 it squeaks from the extra friction. Not sure how this will play out in real life, but as I'm typing this it's not bothersome.View attachment 1712884

The keys are about 5% larger as mentioned with less gaps inbetween. The keyboard is pretty much exactly as tall as the MK, but with the top row being half height. F3 and F4 defaults to Spotlight and the tab switcher instead of Exposé and Launcher, which is a wash for me. Spotlight and Exposé as defaults would have been ideal.View attachment 1712883

The key caps are a heavier weight than the MK, but still feels very Mac like. This is 100% a Mac keyboard for Mac users.

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The backlight is ....ok. It gets nice and bright and is much better to deal with in the dark of course. The light looks a bit cheap, with some uneven bits especially under the space bar. The temperature is very cool, and it has a "kiosk" quality to it. It's serviceable, but feels like the least premium aspect of this product.

All in all perfectly good value, plus the black and space grey now matches my black Magic Mouse.

Thank you for the feedback.
I'm still waiting for my X3 Wireless Keyboard; I ordered on January 8, with 3-Day Delivery, it just shipped on the 13th, so the 3-Day Delivery offering is untrue. Not even 3-Business Day Delivery. That's really disappointing.

 

[Amazing Iceman]

Thank you for the feedback.
I'm still waiting for my X3 Wireless Keyboard; I ordered on January 8, with 3-Day Delivery, it just shipped on the 13th, so the 3-Day Delivery offering is untrue. Not even 3-Business Day Delivery. That's really disappointing.

The X3 arrived to day, and I love it! The way it feels and types is great. It has a little more travel than Apple's Magic Keyboard.

My only observation is that its color not exactly Space Gray. It has a reddish tone in it.
Neither the Keyboard or the Stand match my Space Gray MacBook.

 

[Rck1984]

How is battery life on these Satechi keyboards? The official Apple ones go ages on a charge. I'd hate to charge then few times a week..

 

[synergize]

Just a heads up about the Satechi X1, it does not stay connected to an iPad Pro, I've had to reconnect it more that 20 times in 3 days, almost every time you use it. It's going back for a refund. My iPad Pro holds all other Bluetooth devices except this one...bummer!

 

[ErikGrim]

Just a heads up about the Satechi X1, it does not stay connected to an iPad Pro, I've had to reconnect it more that 20 times in 3 days, almost every time you use it. It's going back for a refund. My iPad Pro holds all other Bluetooth devices except this one...bummer!

Once it's connected to my Mac it stays connected - however it doesn't have whatever Apple's secret sauce is to always register the first keystroke instantly so sometimes on wake it has to wake up the keyboard first also. And I've had more than a few double keystrokes registered already which worries me. And also it was a no go with staying connected on BootCamp, and Win 10 wouldn't find it, so had to use my MK for that as I gave up trying. The connection process is rather unintuitive.

 

[nlited]

Hi all! Any more reviews/thoughts on these keyboards? How is battery life with and without backlight? Are there any connection issues? What is the bluetooth version? For some reason Satechi still refuses to post all the specs on their website which is weird.
I've been using a Logitech MX Keys keyboard for couple of weeks now and generally don't really enjoy it after MK, though it works flawlessly - it is actually just plastic (non aluminum) and bulky compared to MK. Plus I'm not a fan of it's spherically dished keys, however I like the key travel more than MK's. Now I'm thinking of getting the X3.

 

[ErikGrim]

Hi all! Any more reviews/thoughts on these keyboards? How is battery life with and without backlight? Are there any connection issues? What is the bluetooth version? For some reason Satechi still refuses to post all the specs on their website which is weird.
I've been using a Logitech MX Keys keyboard for couple of weeks now and generally don't really enjoy it after MK, though it works flawlessly - it is actually just plastic (non aluminum) and bulky compared to MK. Plus I'm not a fan of it's spherically dished keys, however I like the key travel more than MK's. Now I'm thinking of getting the X3.

Had fewer issues lately. Seems to activate with the first keystroke much like the MK now. Battery life is tough to gauge after only one week, but it sits at 66% right now. Obviously not the "endless battery" of the MK, but pretty decent. It's BT5. Being that I switch between it and the MK for Bootcamp (still haven't bothered trying to sync it with Win 10, especially since I'm using Magic Utilities), it really does live up to my expectations of the feel and quality of the MK but with backlight.