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Matias Rgb Backlit Wired Aluminum Keyboard For Mac

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Product Summary

The Matias RGB Backlit Wired Aluminum Keyboard is for individuals who miss the Apple Wired Keyboard but want what Apple never made - a wired RGB backlit keyboard. With a continuous spectrum of colors to choose from, users can simply adjust the color dial to give the optimal backlighting for any situation. Brightness of the backlight can also be adjusted with the -/+ backlight key from 0% to 100%.
This keyboard also has all the key design elements Mac users were familiar with; an aluminum case with keycaps, a 2 port USB 2.0 hub, all the special Mac functions that were on the now discontinued Apple Wired Keyboard with Numeric Keypad, and a hard wired connection via a USB cable. Improvements on this Matias product include Matias scissor switches providing a satisfying typing experience in a slim design. This keyboard only weighs 1.2 lbs and comes with a one meter (3.25 foot) USB cable.
The Matias RGB Backlit Wired Aluminum Keyboard is compatible with Mac OS X all the way back to Version 10.6.8 (Snow Leopard) and is available in Silver or Space Grey. The PC model (FK318PCLBB) is Windows compatible and is available in Black only.

Ergonomic Benefits
Reduced Risk of Wrist Extension - The RGB Backlit Wired Aluminum Keyboard presents a low front profile which means that there is not a significant difference between keyboard height and the work surface. For users who 'rest' the heel of their hands when keyboarding low profile can reduce the risks associated with wrist extension. Learn more about Wrist Extension.

Reduced Risk of Shoulder and Back Pain - Keying on laptops requires users to position their hands unnaturally close together. This requires them to roll their shoulders in and usually also down. This puts undue strain on both the shoulders and the upper back. Extended use of devices requiring this posture can have a noticeable effect on the health of the shoulders and back. The RGB Backlit Wired Aluminum Keyboard addresses this by providing users with a means of entering data on these devices without the space limitations of the device screen.

Keeps Natural Melatonin Levels at Night - Because blue-light exposure is known to negatively affect melatonin levels, changing the backlighting to less or no blue-light can help maintain healthy melatonin levels at night, so that sleep patterns are not disrupted.

Features
  • RGB Backlighting: The RGB Backlit Wired Aluminum Keyboard allows users to select the colour and brightness of the keyboard's backlighting. The continuous colour spectrum ranges from full White to softer Whites, Yellows, and finally Reds (slowly reducing the Blues for healthier night-time viewing). Brightness can be changed from 0% to 100% in 10% increments using the -/+ backlight key.
  • Hard Wired USB Connection: The RGB Backlit Wired Aluminum Keyboard uses a dedicated USB cable to connect to the keyboard. This ensures a quick, reliable and secure connection to any device.
  • Low Profile Design: The RGB Backlit Wired Aluminum Keyboard employs a 'chiclet' or 'island' keycap which permits a very low profile. The profile tapers from 3/4' at the back to just 3/8' thick at the front, presenting a slightly angled profile to the user.
  • Familiar Design: Apple users will appreciate the familiar Silver colour and design.
  • Non-Reflective Finish: The RGB Backlit Wired Aluminum Keyboard features a matte anodized finish which eliminates reflection and glare. It also means fingerprints are not visible.
  • Slightly Concave Keycaps: To assist touch typists in maintaining home row position on the keyboard the keycaps feature a very slight concave surface just barely detectable by the fingertips.
  • Mac-Friendly Function Keys (Mac only): Common Mac functions such as screen brightness and volume control are easily accessed. Users who require the traditional F-Key functions can temporarily access these using the 'fn' key.
  • Sturdy Aluminum Housing: The upper housing on the RGB Backlit Wired Aluminum Keyboard is made of aluminum which ensures strength and rigidity.
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Matias RGB Backlit Wired Aluminum Keyboard - Silver Mac Model


Matias RGB Backlit Wired Aluminum Keyboard - Space Gray Mac Model


Matias RGB Backlit Wired Aluminum Keyboard - White Backlighting


Matias RGB Backlit Wired Aluminum Keyboard - Green Backlighting


Matias RGB Backlit Wired Aluminum Keyboard - Blue Backlighting


Matias RGB Backlit Wired Aluminum Keyboard - Purple Backlighting


Matias RGB Backlit Wired Aluminum Keyboard - Red Backlighting


Matias RGB Backlit Wired Aluminum Keyboard - SIlver layout


Matias RGB Backlit Wired Aluminum Keyboard - Space Gray layout


Matias RGB Backlit Wired Aluminum Keyboard - Color Dial


Matias RGB Backlit Wired Aluminum Keyboard - Black PC model


Matias RGB Backlit Wired Aluminum Keyboard - Black PC model


Matias RGB Backlit Wired Aluminum Keyboard - Black PC model

Technical Specifications
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 17.35' (44.1 cm)
    Depth: 4.6' (11.6 cm)
    Height:
    • Front: 0.375' (0.8 cm)
    • Rear: 0.75' (1.9 cm)
  • Weight: 1.4 lbs (606 g)
  • Cable Length: 39' (1 m)
  • Connectivity: USB 2.0 port
  • System Requirements:
    Mac - Mac OS X v.10.6.8 or later (for Mac function keys)
    PC - Windows
  • Warranty: 1 Year Limited - Warranty Details
  • Package Contents: RGB Backlit Wired Aluminum Keyboard, User Manual
Models
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Model #Description
FK318LS Matias RGB Backlit Wired Aluminum Keyboard for Mac, Silver Aluminum Housing with White Keycaps
FK318LB Matias RGB Backlit Wired Aluminum Keyboard for Mac, Space Grey Aluminum Housing with Black Keycaps
FK318PCLBB Matias RGB Backlit Wired Aluminum Keyboard for PC, Black Aluminum Housing with Black Keycaps

The Matias Backlit Wired Aluminum Keyboard for Mac is an enhanced USB keyboard. It has a traditional and reliable USB 2.0 connection, with a 1 port USB 2.0 hub, numeric keypad, classic aluminum frame, and all the special Mac functionality in the function keys. Regular price $99.00 Sale price. The 'Matias RGB Backlit Wired Aluminum Keyboard for PC - Black' is an enhanced USB keyboard. It has the reliable and traditional USB 2.0 connection, with a 1 port USB 2.0 hub, numeric keypad, black aluminum frame, and all the traditional PC functionality.

Beautiful aluminum
+ RGB backlight.

It’s the keyboard many have wanted, but Apple never made — a wired RGB backlit keyboard, in beautiful aluminum (Silver or Space Gray).

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Typing is tactile & responsive.

With a generous 2mm of key travel, typing feels as tactile and responsive as any of the best laptop keyboards.

Spectrum Color Dial.

The Color Dial gives you a continuous spectrum of colors, by simply turning the dial..

For White, turn all the way to the left, or all the way to the right — passing through a rainbow of colors in between.

It’s the ultimate in simplicity & flexibility.

Nightly whites.

Too much Blue-light exposure at night is known to negatively impact your melatonin levels. This can shift your body’s natural time clock — leading to poor sleep and various other health issues.

The backlight on this keyboard was SPECIFICALLY designed to address that problem..

Turning the Color Dial all the way to the left or right gets you White (which is 100% Red, Green, and Blue).

BUT when you turn the Dial back, it preferentially reduces the BLUE component of White, resulting in softer Whites, that are more Yellow (and better at night).

Dial it back a little further, and you have 100% Yellow (0% Blue).

Dial it back further still, and you get 100% Red — which is the color that least impacts sleep patterns.

Reducing the backlight brightness is also advisable (see below).

Brightness control.

You can adjust the brightness of the backlight (in 10% increments) anywhere from 0 to 100% ..

Hold down the –/+ backlight key, then press + or – to increase/decrease the brightness.

You can also select a brightness level directly, by holding down the –/+ backlight key, then pressing a number (1 = 10%, 2 = 20%, etc.).

–/+ backlight key and Esc turns off the backlight.

Mouse-friendly USB port.

The built-in USB 2.0 port is perfect for connecting your favourite wired mouse (or wireless dongle).


Mac-friendly function keys.

Just like an Apple keyboard, the function keys let you control screen brightness, volume, iTunes, and more.

There’s even an Fn key, that lets you momentarily change the function keys back to their traditional duties, when you need them.

2.0 mm

Dimensions:
17.35” x 4.58” x 0.75”
(44.1 x 11.6 x 1.9 cm)
Cable Length
5 feet (1.5 m)

1.336 lbs (606 g)

In the box:
• Keyboard
• Users manual

• USB port
• Mac OS X v.10.6.8 or later (for function keys)

1 year limited warranty (more info)

Silver

US Layout:
FK318LS

Europe

German:
FK318LS-DE
UK:
FK318LS-UK
French:
FK318LS-FR
Italian:
FK318LS-IT
Spanish:
FK318LS-ES
Portuguese:
FK318LS-PT
Swiss:
FK318LS-CH
Nordic:
FK318LS-ND

Asia

Japanese:
FK318LS-JP
Taiwanese:
FK318LS-TW
Korean:
FK318LS-KR

Space Gray

US Layout:
FK318LB

Europe

German:
FK318LB-DE
UK:
FK318LB-UK
French:
FK318LB-FR
Italian:
FK318LB-IT
Spanish:
FK318LB-ES
Portuguese:
FK318LB-PT
Swiss:
FK318LB-CH
Nordic:
FK318LB-ND

Asia

Japanese:
FK318LB-JP
Taiwanese:
FK318LB-TW
Korean:
FK318LB-KR
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