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Apple Magic Keyboard with Touch ID and Numeric Keypad $183 (Was $249) Delivered @ Amazon AU

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Apple Magic Keyboard with Touch ID and Numeric Keypad $183 (Was $249) Delivered @ Amazon AUAffiliate
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  • Magic Keyboard with Touch ID and Numeric Keypad delivers a remarkably comfortable and precise typing experience
  • It features an extended layout, with document navigation controls for quick scrolling and full-size arrow keys, which are great for gaming
  • The numeric keypad is also great for spreadsheets and finance applications
  • It’s also wireless and rechargeable, with an incredibly long-lasting internal battery that’ll power your keyboard for about a month or more between charges
  • It pairs automatically with your Mac, so you can get to work straight away
  • And it includes a woven USB-C to Lightning Cable that lets you pair and charge by connecting to a USB-C port on your Mac.
  • What's in the Box: Magic Keyboard with Touch ID and Numeric Keypad, USB-C to Lightning Cable
  • Compatible with Mac Models: MacBook Air (M1, 2020), MacBook Pro (14-inch, 2021), MacBook Pro (16-inch, 2021), MacBook Pro (13-inch, M1, 2020), iMac (24-inch, M1, 2021), Mac Studio (2022), Mac mini (M1, 2020)
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  • SlifSlif on 07/11/2022 - 09:44
    +3

    I didn’t think I’d like it, especially coming from a mechanical keyboard (keychron k2 browns) but.. I don’t mind it. The Touch ID in the keyboard makes life a lot easier when I step away and the function keys are actually useful.

    I thought it would be exactly the same as the MacBook keyboard but it feels more tacky and responsive. Though admittedly not by much. Makes travelling to work with it much easier and colleagues appreciate the sound haha.

    • SimAus007 on 07/11/2022 - 10:16
      +2

      I tried this one for a couple of weeks after using a mechanical keyboard also but I really just couldn't get used to it.
      I'm not sure what it was for me, perhaps the key travel, but it was just so awkward to type on.
      Guess it all depends on what you're used it.

      • nuker on 07/11/2022 - 10:57
        +4

        I really tried to live with mechanical one. Went back to this after few months and this feels like wearing comfort sneakers compared to new dress shoes that don't fit.

        With this my hands don't move vertically, just fingers. With mech I was doing a lot of accidental typos just hitting keys sideways.

    • siwi666 on 07/11/2022 - 15:26

      I've owned the non-Touch ID with Numeric for a few years now and absolutely love it. A mechanical keyboard is great for the old copywriter hacks in the basement ;)

      I have an old original iMac G3 keyboard still that I need to fix the space bar but it is fun and fabulous when fully working…

      I feel it might be time to get the Touch ID one so I can be more lazy, not reach a further 300mm to my MacBook to use the Touch ID on it.. lol

      Also I'm lazy enough to demand a seperate numeric keyboard…

      This does seem like a good price. and am intrigued as to whether the key travel is very different to my old one.

  • beardelune on 07/11/2022 - 10:16

    The Grey one available?

  • merivetio on 07/11/2022 - 10:16
    +3

    I wish Apple sold a touch-id only peripheral. I use the work macbook at home in clamshell mode with a dock, meaning no touch ID access…but also don't want to pay $200 for a full keyboard just to get access to a single 'button' on the keyboard.

    Guess I need to find a way to make my desk space work with the laptop open on an elevated stand or something so I can get easy access to touch ID…

    First world problems, I know

    • lookingforTV on 07/11/2022 - 10:24
      +3

      Can't you just type in password? :O

      • [Deactivated] on 07/11/2022 - 14:49
        +2

        Not the same thing

      • merivetio on 07/11/2022 - 15:59

        I could yes - I also opt for a rather long, somewhat secure password that's a bit of a pain for when it's actually needed

    • Siuto on 07/11/2022 - 10:33
      +1

      Maybe you can look into something like this.

      https://www.kensington.com/en-au/software/verimark-setup/ver…

      I have not used it myself and not sure how compatible it is but it says it works with macOS.

      • xmagic on 08/11/2022 - 17:36

        It seems this one cannot do TouchID stuff (system login, Apple pay, etc.), but rather only FIDO2 (passwordless login for websites) stuff on Mac.

        I have a Verimark (old model), works good on Windows. However doesn't work on Mac or Linux, and comes with a fake software-based U2F implementation (I'd say that's bad compared to TPM-backed or hardware solutions like Yubikey).

    • aeon on 07/11/2022 - 11:34
      +1

      An Apple Watch would be an expensive option… I tried one of these keyboards, but didn't like it at all so returned it. Main reason for trying it was the Touch ID, but my Apple Watch provides more or less the same experience - just need to double click the side button to authenticate.

      • Sheppy on 07/11/2022 - 11:45

        Didn’t know you can do that, will give it a try, thanks!

      • taki on 07/11/2022 - 12:36

        Authenticator SW on mobile phone is the free option

      • beardelune on 07/11/2022 - 14:59

        I don't hate the Apple Watch authentication, but I kinda don't vibe with the Double Press.
        I feel like I mess up the timing on it like 25% of the time as it's so outside of my typical desktop workflow

        • aeon on 07/11/2022 - 16:30

          Yeah I've been using the Apple Watch authentication for a while now, but was still attracted by the Touch ID option on the keyboard hence why I picked it up… however I really disliked the feel of the keys on the keyboard so returned it and went back to the Apple Watch.

    • siwi666 on 07/11/2022 - 15:27

      very first world lol

  • AustriaBargain on 07/11/2022 - 10:30
    +1

    This is the one I wish was $80 on that eBay deal. Numpad is worth it.

  • guidedlight on 07/11/2022 - 10:42
    +3

    includes a woven USB-C to Lightning Cable

    My understanding is buying this accessory is one of the only ways to get a woven USB-C to Lightning cable. So I assume it will have a substantial resale value.

  • clx on 07/11/2022 - 11:01

    It says zero stock for me

    • clx on 07/11/2022 - 12:55

      This is still getting upvotes but upon checking out it's showing no stock. How are people managing to buy this?

      • clx on 07/11/2022 - 15:53

        Figured it out. There's a limit of 1

  • SmartCover on 07/11/2022 - 11:20
    +3

    loving the Logitech MX keyboard with backlit keys. How do people feel between the two?

    Touch ID with no backlit keys…. or Backlit keys without Touch ID…

    • taki on 07/11/2022 - 12:26

      MX keys much better & can get cheaper (mine ~$120). It charges with universal USB-C (Apple is forced by EU to switch to USB-C).
      Comes with USB receiver & supports up to 3 devices. Lower latency for games.
      Logitech Options S/W, & full Windows compatibility when you need it.

      The only problem compared to my favourite, still running (bought 2 on special ~$20sh each:) , Logi G110 is the softness of the keys & sometimes accidentally activate keys when my fingers are slightly rested while I think & don't type.

  • justtoreply on 07/11/2022 - 11:36
    +1

    Dat product description. Rofl.

    Wireless rechargeable keyboard with numpad and fancy login clearly didn't justify the price. So they came up with that overly dramatic product description then slapped apple and magic into the product name. I get it, but it's a laugh.

    • SimAus007 on 07/11/2022 - 12:59
      +1

      But it's magical, I mean that's gotta be worth a lot more, right? …
      I like many of the names Apple give to their products, but this is not one of them, it just sounds cheesy IMO.

    • AustriaBargain on 07/11/2022 - 17:08
      +2

      It's honestly the best keyboard I have ever used. My favourite used to be the original slim aluminium Apple keyboard from like over a decade ago, I stocked up on preowned ones whenever I see them cheap. But this new one feels just a little bit better. I really don't understand the appeal of mechanical keyboards, I think it's kind of a fad based on conventional wisdom from the very early days of home computing. Quality chiclet keyboard is where it's at.

  • scrambledeggs on 07/11/2022 - 11:54
    +3

    I am an Apple apologist and even this is too much, what an absurd price point for a keyboard, even at the sale price.

    • vodamerc on 07/11/2022 - 11:58
      +3

      The black one is $279 RRP lol

      • SimAus007 on 07/11/2022 - 13:02
        +2

        But black is faster, right?

      • WaterDragon on 07/11/2022 - 13:57

        Black makes you look professional / serious ~ is it ?

      • siwi666 on 07/11/2022 - 15:33

        yeah, apparently the black version is way more desirable. Of course that is the 'Pro' colour…

        I'm happy with the white one on a desk. Much more visible at night.

  • vodamerc on 07/11/2022 - 11:57
    +1

    I have the last of the intel MacBook Pro 16" which I bought only the beginning of this year brand new from Apple, it has Touch ID built in. I keep seeing conflicting info on wether the Touch ID will work on this keyboard when paired, officially according to apple it doesn't but can anyone confirm they have tried?

    Edit: I have read a post which suggests it works will apple silicon AND T2 chip Macs. Which supposedly includes my model.

    • vodamerc on 09/11/2022 - 17:24

      Update: Doesn't work

  • Nuggets on 07/11/2022 - 12:27
    -4

    Lightning? Hard pass

    • nomekop on 07/11/2022 - 14:42
      +1

      It's bluethoot

  • Pateljigarr on 07/11/2022 - 17:13

    best keyboard ever for my mac studio..Its so easy to use … never had any issue… bought when they launch … but its still good to have it … u can carry anywhere works with samsung device too… touch id will work with new devices only so be aware guys… u can always check on website which devices it supports.

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