Hi thanks for your video.. I just have a question about the mini keyboard I believe you said that it connects via Bluetooth also, but I can't that anywhere on the Amazon page...
Do you only need to use the receiver module on devices that don't have Bluetooth built in, I have a Humax Aura 4k Freeview box with built in android TV, will this use its own capabilities rather than needing the dongle? Great vid.
Does this keyboard's trackpad have forced "tap to click" that cannot be turned off? I have one rii model and it drives me mad constantly clicking things when I dont want it to.
@@geekanoids Quite surprised you weren't able to answer that given your enthusiasm for it. Is it 'tap-to-click', and if so, are there issues with unintended clicks?
@@DaveThompsonfairlife4all Guess this guy had it 5 minutes to review and sell it to us for affiliate money... Won't trust his channel, very odd he can't answer something you'd think would be very evident
I have this keyboard, I plugged it into Steam Link. Works very well. But the volume control on the keyboard do not work, do you know how I can fix it please ? Thank you :)
Sorry if this has been asked...I just bought the iX8 and am going to use it to run my CNC machine for setting it up...is the a key function for page up and page down? I need that to move the Z axis of my spindle. The direction pad with the OK in the middle works awesome for the x and y axis but the up down would also be helpful. Thanks.
@@geekanoids no worries..thanks for your reply... I stumbled upon the answer shortly after I asked you. FN button and either the up arrow or down arrow gets my Z axis moving.
Cool review. How is using the track pad on a PC? I currently have one where the track pad isn't very responsive (unsure if it si due to distance or battery life) and annoys the crap out of me.
Ye the trackpad sucks on models like that. Kinda forces you to use hotkeys as much as possible. The only thing you cand do is to lower the dpi by fn+spacebar and hope for the best.
Hi. Does this definitely have Bluetooth? There is no mention of it in the Amazon link provided. I want to connect it to my firestick so Bluetooth functionality is necessary. Thanks.
This one doesn't have Bluetooth, it connects via a wireless receiver that you must plug into a USB-A port on your computer or TV or any other device you want to use with this keyboard.
I have one of these it's a good keyboard but this keyboard is not Bluetooth and also does not have a power function to put your Android box onto standby mode or turn the device on or off.
Is the backlit color stays on the one where you left it before you turn it off? I just don't want to see the rainbow color every time when turn it on. For example change the color to red then turn it off. Is it stays on red when you turn on again or not? Thanks
I'm pretty sure this connects via Bluetooth but not in the sense that you're thinking. It uses a USB dongle that you have to plug into the device. It transmits information over a 2.4ghz frequency but does not have bluetooth pairing functionality. You can see the dongle at 3:29
Hi Dave, I am having a blast with this little keyboard, but do you know how to change languages on it? I saw that yours came only with English keyboard, but mine has dual English/Russian keyboard for my parents. Unfortunately, I don't know how to change the language and there are no instructions on how to do that either. I am using Rii X8 with a Samsung Smart TV.
Interesting little keyboard. Love the design and it seems like a useful gadget. By the way in the Amazon description it says that it is compatible with Mac OS and Amazon Stick(Special Notice: if you want to use this keyboard with Amazon Fire TV 4K and Amazon Fire Stick, you need to prepare a Micro USB host OTG cable.)
@@geekanoids It has bluetooth inbuilt. Then it should support amazon fire tv stick 4k via bluetooth. If it doesnot support amazon fire tv stick via bluetooth then does it support via usb dongle (obviously connection must be done using otg cable as it doesnot have usb port) properly & all the keys and scrolling works well?
The difference is huge depending your OS. While the X8 is awesome for navigating with the scroll wheel in most of different systems, that's also its only real advantage. Both are illuminated keys, both use the same gestures. Under Windows : Rii i8+ is a no-brainer, it does what you need you can easily use the key combinations (ALT+F4, CTRL or SHIFT+direction... its cursor keys are positionned on the right side which helps) and there are easier accessible keys, like F1 to F10 keys (where you need to press Fn on the Rii X8), and PgUp/PgDown keys! Rii i8+ also has more multimedia keys (Play/Stop, Prev/Next buttons) and shortkeys like opening a new tab in your browser or a search button to quickly change your url for example. Under Android : as I wrote earlier the Rii X8 has a very useful scrollwheel. In the end, I'd say I prefer the soft touch feel of the i8+ and the fact you can still use it on any OS. Also the Left and Right click buttons are far more accessible since they are placed on the bottom of the touchpad (and on the left side of the keyboard) unlike on X8 where they are far away from the keyboard on the top of it. Thanks for reading, these keyboards are still really good and not expensive! Thanks Dave for the video!
@@angleblue612 Hello! Since I'm using both of these mini keyboards, I'd suggest you the Rii X8 for your smart TV as presented by Dave in his video. Because it doesn't need the unecessary keys from windows and it has a wheel which is really cool. It also has the pretty colors and the keys are placed more like a traditional keyboard. But... if you want a keyboard you can use on windows (with the possibility to use the shortcuts) and on tv too, then go for the Rii i8+, for all the reasons mentioned in my previous comment. These 2 mini keyboards are good, my preference goes for the i8+. tl;dr : Rii X8 : Larger touchpad, has a mouse wheel, colored backlit, traditional keyboard layout, removable battery, Caps lock LED, micro usb Rii i8+ : F1... F10 keys directly accessible, PgUp/PgDown keys, multimedia keys (play/pause/prev/next), quick access keys, 2 luminosity levels for the backlit, soft touch feels when you press a key, better Mouse1/Mouse2 key placement, very lightweighted (mini usb, but I'm not sure if they changed that for a micro usb which would be a better choice) Both have the same battery life time (takes lots of days or weeks before being empty), same touchpad feel, have backlits and a decent wireless distance. Hope it helped! These keyboards really worth it for the price and the good quality of the plastic used. (clones have a really poorer quality)
I have two Rii minis of a previous version and they are complete nightmares to use, not matter the battery levels they constantly disconnect every few seconds meaning you cant type and using the touchpad, it drives me absolutely insane . how have you found this in terms of disconnecting ? Also the touchpads on my are verry rough for sensitivity making them a chore to use even with its not randomly disconnecting every few seconds
Anyone know how to get the touch pad and scroll wheel working? I have an android TV, set up the keyboard, but most of the buttons are unresponsive :( All the solutions online are for a different version
This keyboard has a function to display a menu on the lower side, a menu such as an android device with the back/home/recent apps options on Android TVs ... my kid accidentally pressed something and popped up this menu, I just can't seem to display it again. Does anyone know how to do this?
My keyboard scrolls completely to the right , or left with one click of an arrow button, or up and down with one click with one click of an arrow button ! Any ideal why .
just ordered one off amazon, along with some thermal paste that i also need for this franken-rig of a computer that i built out of 3 trash pcs, that i found sitting on the side of the road, an old computer from 2001 that i had, and other spare parts that i had lying around. you have a great day too! liked and subbed!
Geekanoids No worries ... I figured out the issue. The shift key doesn’t seem to be working. I’ve raised a request for replacement. 😁😁 thanks for your reply though. Cheers!
Great video, thanks! I am thinking about getting one for my Dad. I am worried that the buttons would be to small, he has thick fingers haha. Do you think that would be an issue? You are a guy, how did you find it?
be prepared to throw it away arfter a few months the power input becomes baggy so it wont charge ive had 3 in 2 years the one i bought in january is already beginning to be a pain im going back to usb keyboard
Got mine yesterday for my lg tv. Works great without any set up. Unfortunately the back lights don't work, then again it is a mass produced product from China!
the important feature is the keyboard, and I don't know why, maybe low battery, or too far from the reception, not much more than a m, but it keeps repeating the keys, lllllllllikkkkkkkkkkke thiiiiiiiissssss and then if you push the backspace, it erases most of the text written so i had to rewrite this, there is no indication of low battery...
Hello where is the space button on this device
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I bought this a few days ago, I am very happy about it.
Great choice :D
Wasn't sure about buying this, watched your video, bought it, received it today in Nairobi and its awesome. Thank you
Excellent news 🤓👍🏻
Does this work with a PC’s built in bluetooth without the dongle?
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bought one today; still pretty good
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Hi thanks for your video.. I just have a question about the mini keyboard I believe you said that it connects via Bluetooth also, but I can't that anywhere on the Amazon page...
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It's not Bluetooth, it's 2.4ghz wireless with the dongle. If you want to use it with an android device you'll need a UTG.
At the bottom left there is a mic hole ,i hope it can be used later in next series
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How do you use the delete button it didn’t it doesn’t seem to work
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Do you only need to use the receiver module on devices that don't have Bluetooth built in, I have a Humax Aura 4k Freeview box with built in android TV, will this use its own capabilities rather than needing the dongle?
Great vid.
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I cant get @ button to work on rii x8 manual says should set to british layout BUT HOW??
How do you get the @ key to work shift wont select it
Glad you got this sorted.
How to adjust backlight brightness?
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Does this keyboard's trackpad have forced "tap to click" that cannot be turned off? I have one rii model and it drives me mad constantly clicking things when I dont want it to.
Sorry I did not test that.
@@geekanoids Quite surprised you weren't able to answer that given your enthusiasm for it. Is it 'tap-to-click', and if so, are there issues with unintended clicks?
@@DaveThompsonfairlife4all Guess this guy had it 5 minutes to review and sell it to us for affiliate money... Won't trust his channel, very odd he can't answer something you'd think would be very evident
Excited to use this to play EverQuest.
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I have just bought one of these. Do you know how to put it in to pairing mode so I can connect to my tablet?
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I have this keyboard, I plugged it into Steam Link.
Works very well.
But the volume control on the keyboard do not work, do you know how I can fix it please ?
Thank you :)
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Which button should I use on this keyboard to step back on android tv? the back button does not work as on the TV remote. Thanks
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Sorry if this has been asked...I just bought the iX8 and am going to use it to run my CNC machine for setting it up...is the a key function for page up and page down? I need that to move the Z axis of my spindle. The direction pad with the OK in the middle works awesome for the x and y axis but the up down would also be helpful. Thanks.
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@@geekanoids no worries..thanks for your reply... I stumbled upon the answer shortly after I asked you. FN button and either the up arrow or down arrow gets my Z axis moving.
Excellent 🤓👍🏻
How do you hit Windows Key on this?
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@@geekanoids after a week or 2 I still don't see a way oh well
hmm not sure if i have a faulty unit because my LEDs don't stay on they just turn off when I turn it on
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@@geekanoids ah no worries thanks for the reply I got it working I wasn't doing it correctly lol.
I have mine paired with a Mac Mini. Love the way it controls the Mac. But I can't figure how to drag a file icon across the desktop. Any hints?
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Hello💜thanks for the video
Can i ask you how do you recharge it?
Thanks
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Is this a pocket sized keyboard
A little big for a pocket but very portable.
Does it come with bluetooth connection? Because the online spec doesn't mention it.
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Cool review. How is using the track pad on a PC? I currently have one where the track pad isn't very responsive (unsure if it si due to distance or battery life) and annoys the crap out of me.
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Ye the trackpad sucks on models like that. Kinda forces you to use hotkeys as much as possible. The only thing you cand do is to lower the dpi by fn+spacebar and hope for the best.
Which is better?this,ri i4 or i8 mini,please answer, thanks
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Hi. Does this definitely have Bluetooth? There is no mention of it in the Amazon link provided. I want to connect it to my firestick so Bluetooth functionality is necessary. Thanks.
This one doesn't have Bluetooth, it connects via a wireless receiver that you must plug into a USB-A port on your computer or TV or any other device you want to use with this keyboard.
I have one of these it's a good keyboard but this keyboard is not Bluetooth and also does not have a power function to put your Android box onto standby mode or turn the device on or off.
Thanks for sharing your experience with this Keiron.
What is the small hole on the front? My pc doesn't recognize it as having a microphone.
Sorry not sure.
Is the backlit color stays on the one where you left it before you turn it off? I just don't want to see the rainbow color every time when turn it on. For example change the color to red then turn it off. Is it stays on red when you turn on again or not? Thanks
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How to use the delete button it doesn’t seem to work
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are u sure it connects through bluetooth
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I'm pretty sure this connects via Bluetooth but not in the sense that you're thinking. It uses a USB dongle that you have to plug into the device. It transmits information over a 2.4ghz frequency but does not have bluetooth pairing functionality. You can see the dongle at 3:29
No bluetooth on this one, it works with the dongle only.
I really like this keyboard. Quite intuitive.
Thanks :D
Hi Dave, I am having a blast with this little keyboard, but do you know how to change languages on it? I saw that yours came only with English keyboard, but mine has dual English/Russian keyboard for my parents. Unfortunately, I don't know how to change the language and there are no instructions on how to do that either. I am using Rii X8 with a Samsung Smart TV.
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No worries, if I find out how to do it, I'll share the info here! Thanks for such a quick response. :)
Interesting little keyboard. Love the design and it seems like a useful gadget. By the way in the Amazon description it says that it is compatible with Mac OS and Amazon Stick(Special Notice: if you want to use this keyboard with Amazon Fire TV 4K and Amazon Fire Stick, you need to prepare a Micro USB host OTG cable.)
Good to know about the Amazon compatibility, thanks Darren.
@@geekanoids It has bluetooth inbuilt. Then it should support amazon fire tv stick 4k via bluetooth. If it doesnot support amazon fire tv stick via bluetooth then does it support via usb dongle (obviously connection must be done using otg cable as it doesnot have usb port) properly & all the keys and scrolling works well?
Great video! How would you compare this to the Rii i8+??
Very similar and works well.
The difference is huge depending your OS. While the X8 is awesome for navigating with the scroll wheel in most of different systems, that's also its only real advantage. Both are illuminated keys, both use the same gestures.
Under Windows : Rii i8+ is a no-brainer, it does what you need you can easily use the key combinations (ALT+F4, CTRL or SHIFT+direction... its cursor keys are positionned on the right side which helps) and there are easier accessible keys, like F1 to F10 keys (where you need to press Fn on the Rii X8), and PgUp/PgDown keys!
Rii i8+ also has more multimedia keys (Play/Stop, Prev/Next buttons) and shortkeys like opening a new tab in your browser or a search button to quickly change your url for example.
Under Android : as I wrote earlier the Rii X8 has a very useful scrollwheel.
In the end, I'd say I prefer the soft touch feel of the i8+ and the fact you can still use it on any OS. Also the Left and Right click buttons are far more accessible since they are placed on the bottom of the touchpad (and on the left side of the keyboard) unlike on X8 where they are far away from the keyboard on the top of it.
Thanks for reading, these keyboards are still really good and not expensive!
Thanks Dave for the video!
@@xliedxfunx Thanks for the detailed info! I will actually be using this for my smart TV so which one would you recommend?
@@angleblue612 Hello! Since I'm using both of these mini keyboards, I'd suggest you the Rii X8 for your smart TV as presented by Dave in his video. Because it doesn't need the unecessary keys from windows and it has a wheel which is really cool. It also has the pretty colors and the keys are placed more like a traditional keyboard. But... if you want a keyboard you can use on windows (with the possibility to use the shortcuts) and on tv too, then go for the Rii i8+, for all the reasons mentioned in my previous comment. These 2 mini keyboards are good, my preference goes for the i8+. tl;dr :
Rii X8 :
Larger touchpad, has a mouse wheel, colored backlit, traditional keyboard layout, removable battery, Caps lock LED, micro usb
Rii i8+ :
F1... F10 keys directly accessible, PgUp/PgDown keys, multimedia keys (play/pause/prev/next), quick access keys, 2 luminosity levels for the backlit, soft touch feels when you press a key, better Mouse1/Mouse2 key placement, very lightweighted (mini usb, but I'm not sure if they changed that for a micro usb which would be a better choice)
Both have the same battery life time (takes lots of days or weeks before being empty), same touchpad feel, have backlits and a decent wireless distance.
Hope it helped! These keyboards really worth it for the price and the good quality of the plastic used.
(clones have a really poorer quality)
my keyboard suddenly switch to another language, how do i reset it to english
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How to pair to windows
It looks very good, I think I'm going to buy it, I was about to buy a cheaper one or the Rii i8, but better this one. Greetings.
Great choice. 🤓👍🏻
Great video. Can you shut off the back lighting?
Yes, I think so.
im trying to figure out how to use voice search function
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I have two Rii minis of a previous version and they are complete nightmares to use, not matter the battery levels they constantly disconnect every few seconds meaning you cant type and using the touchpad, it drives me absolutely insane . how have you found this in terms of disconnecting ? Also the touchpads on my are verry rough for sensitivity making them a chore to use even with its not randomly disconnecting every few seconds
Sorry to hear about this. I didn’t have any disconnecting issues.
Know some body how i could switch channels on TV under kodi with the keyboard?
Sorry I am not sure on this.
Anyone know how to get the touch pad and scroll wheel working? I have an android TV, set up the keyboard, but most of the buttons are unresponsive :( All the solutions online are for a different version
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How do you use the Bluetooth
There are pairing instructions inside the box.
is it compatiable with amazon tv stick?
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thanks for the nice review 👍👍👍
Thanks so much Martin, have a great Friday and weekend ahead.
This keyboard has a function to display a menu on the lower side, a menu such as an android device with the back/home/recent apps options on Android TVs ... my kid accidentally pressed something and popped up this menu, I just can't seem to display it again. Does anyone know how to do this?
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My keyboard scrolls completely to the right , or left with one click of an arrow button, or up and down with one click with one click of an arrow button ! Any ideal why .
Sorry no idea on that one.
thanks for the review. i need one of these. :)
Thanks Matthew. Have a great day.
just ordered one off amazon, along with some thermal paste that i also need for this franken-rig of a computer that i built out of 3 trash pcs, that i found sitting on the side of the road, an old computer from 2001 that i had, and other spare parts that i had lying around.
you have a great day too!
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hey! Thanks for the wonderful review... i got mine today.. could you help me on how to use the special characters ?
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Geekanoids No worries ... I figured out the issue. The shift key doesn’t seem to be working. I’ve raised a request for replacement. 😁😁 thanks for your reply though. Cheers!
Is there a mic?
No.
Just arrived from Amazon :-) Just what i was looking for....Cheers Dave for review :-)
Excellent choice Russ.
Geekanoids Aye and great delivery as always from Amazon 😊
Great video, thanks! I am thinking about getting one for my Dad. I am worried that the buttons would be to small, he has thick fingers haha. Do you think that would be an issue? You are a guy, how did you find it?
The buttons are quite small and could prove difficult.
Will it work with the sony A8F/AF8 oled tv? I really want to buy the remote but I don’t know iif it’ll work on the TV
Sorry, not tested with that model.
be prepared to throw it away arfter a few months the power input becomes baggy so it wont charge ive had 3 in 2 years the one i bought in january is already beginning to be a pain im going back to usb keyboard
yeah ive had 2 Rii's and a clone, with all 3 the keys started playing up after about a month.
Thanks for sharing your experience with this.
@@geekanoids i just bought another version, i need a mini kb and they are cheep as
merci
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I'm american, and I never played with the ZX Spectrum. But I am familiar with Ultimate play the game (AKA Rare).
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That was very superficial! I would have liked to have seen it in more detail. For example, how to operate a smart TV with it!
Thanks for your feedback.
MY SON TOLD ME "SHIFT + 2" = @ ITS THE AMERICAN WAY??? BUT IT WORKS NOW. IT FULLY WORKS ON MY 2022 4K SAMSUNG QLED TV
Great news 🤓👍🏻
Got mine yesterday for my lg tv. Works great without any set up. Unfortunately the back lights don't work, then again it is a mass produced product from China!
Sorry to hear about the backlight.
@@geekanoids it works now, me bad, I should have read the instructions!
Trying to connect to my Shield and haven't been able to. I just got it so do I need to make sure its completely charged
Thanks for the tip.
NO VOICE CONTROL?
Not on this one.
the important feature is the keyboard, and I don't know why, maybe low battery, or too far from the reception, not much more than a m, but it keeps repeating the keys, lllllllllikkkkkkkkkkke thiiiiiiiissssss and then if you push the backspace, it erases most of the text written so i had to rewrite this, there is no indication of low battery...
Thanks for sharing your experience with this.
Whoever designed this really screwed up by not putting a thumb sticks on this for gamers.
Thumbsticks would be a great addition.
Hi @UCfbrK3c1afSF0EC1NAUXZLA
Does the trackpad work if you plug it directly into a smart tv?
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He sounds like Michael Caine
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I can't go back on my android app
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