You can check the charging status by pressing the button just above the Num-Lock key. When you press the button, indicator light next to it illuminates either a green or a red LED light. The green light with a smiley face means the keyboard has a good light source, and the red light with a frown face means the keyboard has an insufficient light source. If you get the red light, you should brighten the surroundings by turning on a desk lamp, moving to the well-lit room, etc.
Logitech K750 Keyboard For Mac
Light-powered keyboardIt doesn't get more hassle-free than this. This Logitech K750 keyboard charges itself whenever there's light-and stays charged for at least three months in total darkness-so you can say good-bye to battery hassles. Solar power keeps your keyboard charged and ready - even indoors.Hand happinessTreat your hands right with keys that feel good and make every keystroke comfortable, fluid and whisper-quiet.Only 1/3 -inch thickWith sleek lines and a thin profile, this stylish, streamlined Logitech K750 keyboard adds style to your workspace-whether you've got a laptop or desktop.Advanced 2.4 GHz wirelessSo you can work or play in more places-like your comfy couch-the long-range wireless connection virtually eliminates delays, dropouts and interference.Logitech Solar AppWant to know how much battery power you have? Or how much power you're getting from your desk lamp? The Logitech Solar App can help.Plug-and-play simplicitySetup takes seconds-you simply plug the wireless receiver into a USB port on your computer and start using your Logitech K750 keyboard right away without software.Small steps, bright futureFrom the PVC-free construction to the fully recyclable box, this Logitech K750 keyboard is designed to minimize its footprint.
Wireless keyboards can help you declutter your desk, allow you to type more comfortably on your phone or tablet, or let you use a computer or a TV streaming media box from your couch. Desktops, laptops, tablets, phones, smart TVs, and streaming boxes all use Bluetooth, and the best Bluetooth keyboards can switch easily between multiple devices without requiring you to re-pair them.
The comfortable, compact, and inexpensive Logitech K380 Multi-Device Bluetooth Keyboard and K380 for Mac can switch between as many as three paired devices, and multiple Wirecutter staffers have used their K380 keyboards for two years or more without needing to change the batteries. Its round keys take some getting used to, its arrow keys are small, and it lacks backlighting, but despite those flaws the K380 is the best Bluetooth keyboard you can buy, especially at its low price.
The compact K380 has a layout similar to that of most laptop keyboards. It has all the most frequently used keys, including function and media keys along the top and small arrow keys at the bottom right. It lacks a full-size number pad, but this compact layout takes up much less room on your desk than a full-size keyboard, thus allowing you to place your mouse closer to your body. And the K380 is small and light enough to slip in a bag and take with you, unlike a long full-size keyboard or the heavy Logitech K480.
Logitech says the K380 is compatible with Windows, macOS, Chrome OS, Android tablets and phones, iPads and iPhones, and the Apple TV (2nd or 3rd generation). We especially appreciate that the company has both Windows and Mac versions of the K380, for people who prefer that their keyboard layout matches their operating system.
The biggest advantage the K380 has over other Bluetooth keyboards is its lengthy battery life. The K380 runs on two included AAA batteries, and Logitech told us it would last for about two years of heavy use (eight hours of use a day, five days a week). Our test K380 is still going strong after two years of daily work and entertainment, and Wirecutter staffers have had similar experiences with their K380 keyboards.
The Logitech MX Mechanical Mini is a low-profile mechanical keyboard that aims to be a Goldilocks-style middle ground between the MX Keys and a traditional mechanical keyboard. While the MX Mechanical is enjoyable to type on, and we appreciate the variety of tactile, clicky, and linear switch options, its price makes it difficult to recommend. The MX Mechanical Mini costs about $150, around $30 more than the MX Keys Mini and at least $60 more than compact wireless mechanical keyboards like the Keychron K6 or Keychron K2 V2.
The JLab JBuds Wireless Keyboard also has a volume knob and its layout is similar, but not identical, to the Logitech K780. The JBuds model has more satisfying key travel than the JLab Go, but its keys still feel rattly and the keyboard flexes under normal typing pressure.
The biggest issue with wireless is at some point their batteries run out. Logitech has solved this problem with its Wireless Solar Keyboard K750 for Mac ($59.99 direct), and it's $10 cheaper than the ($69 direct, 4 stars), and it doesn't requires batteries. Perpetually drawing its power from ambient light through its solar panels, the keyboard maintains a constant charge, which is why we are giving it our PCMag Green Tech award. Its plug-and-play functionality is a boon to non-tech-savvy consumers in terms of its ease of use, but Mac users will likely question why there's no Bluetooth support, like there is on every product from Apple. It also falls short in terms of ergonomics; the low-profile scissor-style chiclet keys feel more like that of a laptop keyboard, which is the last thing that a desktop-class keyboard should feel like.
Design and FeaturesThe K750 for Mac is a full-size keyboard equipped with a numeric keypad for number crunchers. The matte white chiclet keys are framed by glossy white plastic. Along the tapered edges of the keyboard is a matte white line that frames the entire 1.4-by-19.1-by-7.9-inch (HWD) rectangular structure. At the top of the keyboard, glossy green plastic frames the solar panels, breaking up the white. Logitech offers several other color arrangements: pink on white and blue on white, and also offers a completely black keyboard and a silver one that resembles the Apple Wireless Keyboard's color design. Altogether, the K750 for Mac has a sophisticated look, with a thin and light structure and simple color design; it should fit in with that all-in-one iMac.
Above the numeric keypad is an on/off switch and a button that allows you to check if the ambient light is sufficient enough to power or charge the keyboard. Next to the button is smiley face and frown face icons; if the ambient light in the room is sufficient, a green light will go on next to the smiley face and if it's not, a red light with glow next to the frown face. If you download the "Solar App" from Logitech's website you will get the same result and a window will open to show you the status of the battery and how much light (measured in Lux) is in the room. The solar panels sit along the top of the keyboard. Logitech claims that the keyboard can last up to 30 days in complete darkness, but even in my dimly-lit nook in PC Labs the keyboard still managed to take in more energy than it was expending. Underneath the solar panels are a series of familiar hot-keys that all Apple users will recognize: Brightness, Mission Control, Dock, skip back, play/pause, skip forward, mute, lower volume, increase volume, and eject CD.
The K750 wirelessly connects to your Mac via a mini USB receiver that communicates over a 2.4GHz wireless frequency. Logitech likely used this wireless connection rather than Bluetooth in order to cut costs, making it a little more affordable than Apple's offerings. During testing I found the keyboard to be quite reliable—never dropping a keystroke. There was a bit of a hiccup when I tried to use the "Mission Control" key while testing the keyboard on an with Mac OSX 10.6.8 installed. Logitech, however, has an excellent support page that helped me resolve the issue with step-by-step illustrated instructions. The keyboard I received was M/N: Y-R0016, so if you have this model number you will likely have similar issues. The USB receiver also has a special added feature: it can sync with up to six other Logitech devices through the Unifying software that you can download from Logitech's site. This allows you to use one USB dongle in one USB port on your Mac rather than two USB receivers taking up space in order for you to use your mouse and keyboard (provided its from Logitech). Pairing an extra Logitech-branded peripheral to the USB receiver is painless: Simply go to the Application section in Finder, then Utilities, and select the Logitech Unifying Software and follow the directions.
ErgonomicsWhile I understand that some users may hold design above comfort when selecting a keyboard, the K750 feels more like a laptop keyboard than a desktop one. The keyboard's low profile, slightly raised angle, and scissor-style keys, all make it feel like I was typing against a hard surface while writing this review. Some users may not mind, but if you suffer from RSI, Carpel Tunnel Syndrome, or type a lot of text, then you should steer clear.
The Logitech Solar Keyboard K750 for Mac has it all: good looks, wireless connectivity, and a full feature set. But the whole thing falls apart when it comes down to the overall typing experience— it's not ergonomically sound. While I realize judging whether or not a keyboard is comfortable to type upon is subjective, I should warn the chronic writers and those that suffer from RSI and Carpel Tunnel that this keyboard will not improve your lifestyle—no matter how sexy it may look. If you're fine with the scissor-style keys, then I recommend you check out Logitech K750 for Mac, but not before recommending you also look elsewhere for a more comfortable typing experience. 2ff7e9595c
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