Rafael, I agree with you 100%. However, I just bought this keyboard and I also agree with everything @GizmoeJoe said too! Everything he said is true, 100%. Also, I love the feel of the keys. It feels like a cross between the typical laptop chiclets and a mechanical keyboard. It's a very small keyboard, we all know this, but something to note is that the actual keys are just a bit smaller than a standard keyboard AND they are VERY crowded. Anyway, I can easily get used to these differences and it will be well worth the price :) I'm a very satisfied customer. This is one of those purchases where I know I will never replace this item!
Honestly, these keyboards are GREAT for a couple weeks and that's about it. I complained so they sent another and it was also great for only a couple weeks; both keyboards have the exact same issues! They won't stay powered on more than 1 second, no matter how long they are plugged in! They simply won't hold a charge! Spend a few more bucks on a real keyboard! Does anyone have suggestions? Thanks
There is 7 colors. I bought this too, and I love it. The 7th color is found when you select the teal color and change the brightness. It goes from obvious teal to almost white.
I have a similar Arteck bluetooth keyboard with a ten keypad and "channel" to be a phone or tablet stand. I use it exclusively with my Android phone and it works great!
If you're a Windows user, there's one HUGE caveat (IMO). The Windows key and Alt key are switched. I feel like this was to keep it closer to a Mac layout but for Windows users (a much larger demographic), this is infuriating. Now, you can use utilities like Key Remapper and that works fine but I do a lot of RDP stuff and that totally ignores remappings. Sigh. I just don't understand why Windows mode doesn't use the standard Ctrl/Windows/Alt sequence and use Ctrl/Option/Command for IOS/Mac. If you know a solution, then hit me up!
Thanks for the review. I actually got here as I lost my instructions (and wanted the backlight). It's a GREAT little keyboard, and yes the battery lasted MONTHS (though I didn't use it daily). Plus, I now just keep it charging, sitting out of the way. The backlight feature is great as is the build quality and size. And really, you're not going to write a novel on it, for I think well worth the $20.
I’ve had mine for awhile, but one time is stopped working, so I disconnected it. I tried to connect it for weeks now and it will not show of as any of my Bluetooth devices.
Thank you! I threw out the instructions and didn't know to arrow up so I only got blue and green colors. I was disappointed (I really wanted purple) till I saw your video. Thank you!
I absolutely love this keyboard. I’ve been using it as the main keyboard for my iPad Pro. It connects merely by switching the power button on. Keys feel amazing and clicky. The battery lasts for a very long time (it’s been over a week since I’ve last charged it and the battery is still good). While I use an Apple Magic Keyboard for my Mac Mini, I highly suggest this keyboard for the iPad since it has a backlight. It’s super compact too so I just throw it in my bag to take anywhere. Lastly, there’s 6 rubber grips on the bottom of this very lightweight keyboard, so it never slips around. It’s the perfect keyboard.
I just got that and only got it to work for a day. I can see it on my available bluetooth devices, but it won't connect and we are also supposed to be able to change the back light color. None of the colors work.
Hi Kat, it might sound silly, but make sure that the keyboard is charged...if it's not lighting up and your computer is no longer recognizing it then it might be because the keyboard's battery is dead!
I'm glad you mentioned it came with rubber feet. My set of feet fell out of the packaging, so I was unaware and was ready to purchase some on my own because it was sliding all over my desk! It is very small and portable though. I mainly got it for the lights and they work fine.
Hi Jimmy bbc, press the "Windows" key to display the Start screen, type "on-screen keyboard" and then click "On-Screen Keyboard". Then click on "PrtScn" on the virtual on-screen keyboard. This will copy the screenshot to the clipboard. I hope this helps and thanks for watching.
@@GizmoJoeReviewsTech Hi buddy thank you very much for replying, appreciate that very much. It's a shame that grabbing a screenshot directly from the Arteck keyboard is not an option... i've tried your method.. it is bit of a hassle, but the main issue is that it captured the keyboard as well. Not sure if there is any setting to exclude it from whatever i want to screenshot? it will be even more troublesome to position the virtual keyboard to avoid including it in the picture. Thanks again and have a good day.
@@Angryberg522 I did a bit of Googling and came up with this: Shift+"Win" (Windows Logo key)+S Hopefully that will copy your screenshot to the clipboard. Let us know if it works!
@@GizmoJoeReviewsTech thanks again. tried that as well but it does not seem to work too... no worries, i think i'm taking up too much of your time.. will just try trawl through the web for some possible get arounds. Cheers buddy!
ok this works for me... Caps+Win+S or Tab+Win+S, then using the mouse, hold down the left button to draw a box around the area i want to screenprint, release the button and an annoying box pops up asking to select a location in Onenote to place the copied screen. checked that away and open whatever files i need and then just paste it there. Hope this is useful for others who are not tech savvy like myself... Cheers everybody!
hey thanks for the review, I just got this keyboard and have it connected to my iMac. I'm wondering if you know where I can find shortcuts online for my Mac or if you know if their is a shortcut for changing your screen brightness like you are able to on apple keyboards. Also on the Q, W and E keys they have IOS Android and Win on them does that have anything to do with switching between apple windows or android devices?
Hi Dylan, first off, thanks for watching. As far as using the Arteck with a Mac, the Windows key is the Command key, so Windows key + C = copy, etc. As far as the Windows, Android and iOS keys, they allow you to switch between those devices, provided you have paired the keyboard to them. I hope this helps.
Just for people who are looking to get this keyboard, it says it lasts for 6 months if you use it for 2 hours a day nonstop. I felt he didn't explain that part so good. Edit: oh, and you can change the color you are on if you press Fn up arrow and then alt instead of Fn alt up arrow.
@@GizmoJoeReviewsTech No problem, and thanks for reading your comments! Not a lot of youtubers do that, so everytime I see someone do that, I automatically subscribe off of respect. I think it's great that you pay attention to your comments, keep it up!
I too agree for the price you can not do better but one Note I would share if your like me the reason for a wireless keyboard keyboard is you might get in a gamers chair chair and have the keyboard in your lap and this is where the keyboard will looses response. With all the other positives it is not really a deal breaker and at the $20 price point and Battery Live I think it is the best on the market.
I bought one to use for my ps4. Thank you for the review. I should get it today so if I remember I will let you know how I like it. But your review was the reason I bought this product.
it works great with my ps4. It took a few try’s to connect for the first time but once it did I would connect without any problems. The backlight is good and thank you again for the review
I am typing this comment right now on this keyboard using my Galaxy Tab A7 Lite. I got the tablet book cover folio and this keyboard for all under $160 American. I am seriously shocked how the build quality is on this keyboard. Would reccomend 10/10. another fun fact is that the back will stick to any magnetic type folio case.
Great keyboard in all aspects except for a few cons: the keys are a little too small for some gaming and I have troubles connecting, especially after a long cold drive in Canada. I haven't disconnected it from my pc since my discovery which seems to be working, but I'm afraid to ever turn it off now. While the keyboard is first warming up it has very slow response times making it completely unusable for games. I have torn apart the mouse that came with it for fun and bought a new one because it sucked, I found a chunk of aluminum which can easily be taken out to half the weight if you want. But for the gamers like me, yes this is a good cheap temporary keyboard, the response times do warm up, and it can be a very convenient and ergonomic addition to your setup
Turns out It's not so temporary. I haven't had any connection problems lately but I also haven't taken it for a long drive in a while. Kinda love this lil thing, but I'm still a lil skeptical. Battery does not last weeks like guy below says, instead maybe 6 hours of use which is still pretty decent. You can also change the brightness, already forget how, just gotta toy around with ctrl, the lightbulb alt, and the arrows
I brought one of these a year ago, it's an amazing device, I've had one slight problem with the auto repeat speed of the keys, I think that maybe android though. LOL
TYPE! TYPE! TYPE! the crowd cheered. And left disappointed. Well, it's an upvote because otherwise good video, but really. A keyboard needs to be typed on by the tester, man.
Hi Pedro. Sony doesn't specify a particular model or brand of keyboard, instead they just state that the PS4 "supports the use of both Bluetooth® and USB keyboards and mice". So the Arteck keyboard should work. support.us.playstation.com/articles/en_US/KC_Article/Use-Keyboard-and-Mouse-with-PS4
This keyboard is a scam. Both of mine quit working after a while. Today I buy another and what the heck you know, IT DOESNT WORK, THIS KEYBOARD NEEDS CHEESE ITZ
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There's something very important missing in your video that should be part of any keyboard review: actually typing
exactly
Rafael,
I agree with you 100%. However, I just bought this keyboard and I also agree with everything @GizmoeJoe said too! Everything he said is true, 100%. Also, I love the feel of the keys. It feels like a cross between the typical laptop chiclets and a mechanical keyboard. It's a very small keyboard, we all know this, but something to note is that the actual keys are just a bit smaller than a standard keyboard AND they are VERY crowded.
Anyway, I can easily get used to these differences and it will be well worth the price :)
I'm a very satisfied customer. This is one of those purchases where I know I will never replace this item!
james clark make a keyboard sound video
@@SuperThejim Would it be like a netbook keyboard?
Honestly, these keyboards are GREAT for a couple weeks and that's about it.
I complained so they sent another and it was also great for only a couple weeks; both keyboards have the exact same issues! They won't stay powered on more than 1 second, no matter how long they are plugged in! They simply won't hold a charge!
Spend a few more bucks on a real keyboard! Does anyone have suggestions? Thanks
Can you connect this to a Nintendo switch?
The idea of a keyboard with backlighting that was bright enough to keep fellow plane travellers awake brought a smile to my face.
for some reason my wont change color even when i press alt and page up. does the keyboard need to not be connected or not on
I always thought that my keyboard was broken until you showed me how to change the light colors. Thank you so much!
Glad I could help, thanks for watching!
There is 7 colors. I bought this too, and I love it. The 7th color is found when you select the teal color and change the brightness. It goes from obvious teal to almost white.
Yep, 2 blues, 2 greens, purple, red, and that whitish.
my blacklight turns on when i switch the power n i press the keys but doesnt turn on the light idk why
How to connect it would have helped a lot
I found this keyboard at goodwill store $6.99 works great 👍🏼 always wanted a backlit Bluetooth keyboard. This is perfect for my iPad.
Late here but does the letters lighting up?
I have a similar Arteck bluetooth keyboard with a ten keypad and "channel" to be a phone or tablet stand. I use it exclusively with my Android phone and it works great!
If you're a Windows user, there's one HUGE caveat (IMO). The Windows key and Alt key are switched. I feel like this was to keep it closer to a Mac layout but for Windows users (a much larger demographic), this is infuriating. Now, you can use utilities like Key Remapper and that works fine but I do a lot of RDP stuff and that totally ignores remappings. Sigh. I just don't understand why Windows mode doesn't use the standard Ctrl/Windows/Alt sequence and use Ctrl/Option/Command for IOS/Mac. If you know a solution, then hit me up!
Thanks for the review. I actually got here as I lost my instructions (and wanted the backlight). It's a GREAT little keyboard, and yes the battery lasted MONTHS (though I didn't use it daily). Plus, I now just keep it charging, sitting out of the way. The backlight feature is great as is the build quality and size. And really, you're not going to write a novel on it, for I think well worth the $20.
i have this keyboard it has lag and keys get stuck its 10' away from pc ill be returning it.
Just got my keyboard, so trying it out. I just needed to know what that little extra rubber thing was for -- the feet! Thank you.😆
I’ve had mine for awhile, but one time is stopped working, so I disconnected it. I tried to connect it for weeks now and it will not show of as any of my Bluetooth devices.
WolfyuliaFox YT Dude what the heck same
There is 7 colors red blue white purple and neonish yellow
Thank you! I threw out the instructions and didn't know to arrow up so I only got blue and green colors. I was disappointed (I really wanted purple) till I saw your video. Thank you!
I absolutely love this keyboard. I’ve been using it as the main keyboard for my iPad Pro. It connects merely by switching the power button on. Keys feel amazing and clicky. The battery lasts for a very long time (it’s been over a week since I’ve last charged it and the battery is still good). While I use an Apple Magic Keyboard for my Mac Mini, I highly suggest this keyboard for the iPad since it has a backlight. It’s super compact too so I just throw it in my bag to take anywhere. Lastly, there’s 6 rubber grips on the bottom of this very lightweight keyboard, so it never slips around. It’s the perfect keyboard.
This is also my favorite keyboard - so happy I bought it even before I saw any UA-cam reviews.
I want configure
I just got that and only got it to work for a day. I can see it on my available bluetooth devices, but it won't connect and we are also supposed to be able to change the back light color. None of the colors work.
Hi Kat, it might sound silly, but make sure that the keyboard is charged...if it's not lighting up and your computer is no longer recognizing it then it might be because the keyboard's battery is dead!
Thank you, Joe. No... it had been charging overnight. It was defective. I'm getting a new one from the company. Thank you for your assistance!
Hi Kat, glad to hear that you've got it sorted out. I really like the keyboard so I'm happy to hear you're getting a replacement! Cheers!
i bought this keyboard (using it now). I have only had it for a few days, but i love it and it works well. Yes very nice for the value.
Thanks for watching!
I can't change to colour on mine
I'm glad you mentioned it came with rubber feet. My set of feet fell out of the packaging, so I was unaware and was ready to purchase some on my own because it was sliding all over my desk! It is very small and portable though. I mainly got it for the lights and they work fine.
Hi Elvis, glad you found the feet! Thanks for watching!
Good day and thanks for the great review. A quick question... how do you print screen with this keyboard? thank you.
Hi Jimmy bbc, press the "Windows" key to display the Start screen, type "on-screen keyboard" and then click "On-Screen Keyboard". Then click on "PrtScn" on the virtual on-screen keyboard. This will copy the screenshot to the clipboard. I hope this helps and thanks for watching.
@@GizmoJoeReviewsTech Hi buddy thank you very much for replying, appreciate that very much. It's a shame that grabbing a screenshot directly from the Arteck keyboard is not an option... i've tried your method.. it is bit of a hassle, but the main issue is that it captured the keyboard as well. Not sure if there is any setting to exclude it from whatever i want to screenshot? it will be even more troublesome to position the virtual keyboard to avoid including it in the picture. Thanks again and have a good day.
@@Angryberg522 I did a bit of Googling and came up with this:
Shift+"Win" (Windows Logo key)+S
Hopefully that will copy your screenshot to the clipboard. Let us know if it works!
@@GizmoJoeReviewsTech thanks again. tried that as well but it does not seem to work too... no worries, i think i'm taking up too much of your time.. will just try trawl through the web for some possible get arounds. Cheers buddy!
ok this works for me... Caps+Win+S or Tab+Win+S, then using the mouse, hold down the left button to draw a box around the area i want to screenprint, release the button and an annoying box pops up asking to select a location in Onenote to place the copied screen. checked that away and open whatever files i need and then just paste it there. Hope this is useful for others who are not tech savvy like myself... Cheers everybody!
Can it connect to a wireless mouse?
hey thanks for the review, I just got this keyboard and have it connected to my iMac. I'm wondering if you know where I can find shortcuts online for my Mac or if you know if their is a shortcut for changing your screen brightness like you are able to on apple keyboards. Also on the Q, W and E keys they have IOS Android and Win on them does that have anything to do with switching between apple windows or android devices?
Hi Dylan, first off, thanks for watching. As far as using the Arteck with a Mac, the Windows key is the Command key, so Windows key + C = copy, etc. As far as the Windows, Android and iOS keys, they allow you to switch between those devices, provided you have paired the keyboard to them. I hope this helps.
Just for people who are looking to get this keyboard, it says it lasts for 6 months if you use it for 2 hours a day nonstop. I felt he didn't explain that part so good.
Edit: oh, and you can change the color you are on if you press Fn up arrow and then alt instead of Fn alt up arrow.
Hi Sausage Pizza, thanks for the clarification and thanks for watching!
@@GizmoJoeReviewsTech No problem, and thanks for reading your comments! Not a lot of youtubers do that, so everytime I see someone do that, I automatically subscribe off of respect. I think it's great that you pay attention to your comments, keep it up!
@@sausagepizza2195 Thanks for the sub, I really appreciate it! Love your name btw!
@@GizmoJoeReviewsTech sorry I didn't notice you replied. Thank you and no problem.
I too agree for the price you can not do better but one Note I would
share if your like me the reason for a wireless keyboard keyboard is you
might get in a gamers chair chair and have the keyboard in your lap and
this is where the keyboard will looses response. With all the other
positives it is not really a deal breaker and at the $20 price point and
Battery Live I think it is the best on the market.
Thanks for the insight and thank you for watching!
this keyboard connect to laptop or computer with charging wire cable also or only connected through Bluetooth option ?
Unfortunately, this keyboard only connects via bluetooth.
I bought one to use for my ps4. Thank you for the review. I should get it today so if I remember I will let you know how I like it. But your review was the reason I bought this product.
Hi MrCharlie6529, glad I could help! Definitely let us know what you think when you get your hands on it!
it works great with my ps4. It took a few try’s to connect for the first time but once it did I would connect without any problems. The backlight is good and thank you again for the review
Excellent! That's great to hear. Thanks for letting us know!
I am typing this comment right now on this keyboard using my Galaxy Tab A7 Lite. I got the tablet book cover folio and this keyboard for all under $160 American. I am seriously shocked how the build quality is on this keyboard. Would reccomend 10/10. another fun fact is that the back will stick to any magnetic type folio case.
That's awesome. Thanks for watching!
Can you turn of bluetooth and connect the USB cable to your laptop and still have it function, or is that cable for charging only. Thanks!
Hi Mike Havok, no, the keyboard only works when connected via Bluetooth. Cheers!
Great keyboard in all aspects except for a few cons: the keys are a little too small for some gaming and I have troubles connecting, especially after a long cold drive in Canada. I haven't disconnected it from my pc since my discovery which seems to be working, but I'm afraid to ever turn it off now. While the keyboard is first warming up it has very slow response times making it completely unusable for games. I have torn apart the mouse that came with it for fun and bought a new one because it sucked, I found a chunk of aluminum which can easily be taken out to half the weight if you want. But for the gamers like me, yes this is a good cheap temporary keyboard, the response times do warm up, and it can be a very convenient and ergonomic addition to your setup
Turns out It's not so temporary. I haven't had any connection problems lately but I also haven't taken it for a long drive in a while. Kinda love this lil thing, but I'm still a lil skeptical. Battery does not last weeks like guy below says, instead maybe 6 hours of use which is still pretty decent. You can also change the brightness, already forget how, just gotta toy around with ctrl, the lightbulb alt, and the arrows
i have had this keyboard for maybe six months and it has sadly stopped charging.
What
I have just brought one the other & it’s amazing.
How do you change the battery ? or after 6 months do you throw it away
There is a micro USB port located on the side of the keyboard that charges the battery. Thanks for watching!
I brought one of these a year ago, it's an amazing device, I've had one slight problem with the auto repeat speed of the keys, I think that maybe android though. LOL
Do these hook up to ps4
Hi skullboy 2022, yes this keyboard is compatible with PS4.
Can I hook this up to a PC?
Provided your PC has Bluetooth, yes.
If you have a bluetooth dongle, yes.
Is it good on pc
I primarily use it with a Windows PC. No complaints.
TYPE! TYPE! TYPE! the crowd cheered. And left disappointed. Well, it's an upvote because otherwise good video, but really. A keyboard needs to be typed on by the tester, man.
You should have demonstrated the product. Not a good review if you’re just going to talk about it.
Would work on ps4?
Hi Pedro. Sony doesn't specify a particular model or brand of keyboard, instead they just state that the PS4 "supports the use of both Bluetooth® and USB keyboards and mice". So the Arteck keyboard should work. support.us.playstation.com/articles/en_US/KC_Article/Use-Keyboard-and-Mouse-with-PS4
Other reviews show the keys light up in a dark room.
Very useful thanks
Thanks Mike!
Light, skinny,and thin is something a girl would not want but for a keyboard she would definitely get it😊
Thanks for watching!
Pov: u want to know how to change the color
I need one
typing this on a arteck keyboard
Nice! Thanks for watching!
This keyboard is a scam. Both of mine quit working after a while. Today I buy another and what the heck you know, IT DOESNT WORK, THIS KEYBOARD NEEDS CHEESE ITZ
It works fine - user error.
You got a more modern version, this comment was posted almost a year ago
Mine was purchased 2 years ago "B' version. Works perfect
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