Wireless Keyboards: Like/Hate (why?)

Do you have and/or are you considering a wireless keyboard?

  • Yes; I have one and love it!

    Votes: 7 43.8%

  • No way; give me a wired keyboard!

    Votes: 6 37.5%

  • I'm considering one, but haven't bought one yet.

    Votes: 2 12.5%

  • I have one but wish I didn't.

    Votes: 1 6.3%
  • Total voters
    16
  • Poll closed .
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PGHammer

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While the reasons why folks like/hate gaming mice and wireless mice are legion, I'm curious about that other prevalent wireless device these days - the wireless keyboard. (In fact, I just installed a new MS Wireless Keyboard 6000 V3 on my primary desktop; amusingly, despite it being both wireless *and* USB, it has no issues with a non-Windows OS, considering I'm posting this from Kubuntu 9.04 x64.)

However, I want to hear from the rest of the [H]orde on the subject of wireless keyboards.
 
I'm never more than 3-4 feet from my pc while typing so I don't see the need for wireless. Or the added cost. The only wireless KB I own is my DiNovo Edge which I occasionally use for my HTPC @ 15' away.
 
I have no need for wireless since I don't generally move my keyboard or computer. Also, there are a lot more wired mechanical keyboards than wireless ones.
 
I love it. But I pull back from the desk and use mine in the recliner sometimes.
 
I have one and it serves it's purpose. Nothing more. I've never really found one I liked but the one I have is satisfactory. It is a Logitech Bluetooth wireless keyboard and mouse combination that I use on my HTPC.
 
always want a wired keyboard here... makes me feel more secure, plus i hate changing batteries
 
no_control said:
I'm never more than 3-4 feet from my pc while typing so I don't see the need for wireless. Or the added cost. The only wireless KB I own is my DiNovo Edge which I occasionally use for my HTPC @ 15' away.
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I've seen some really high-end (if not ridiculous-end) *wired* keyboards (such as the infamous Cherry keyboards; those cost upwards of $100USD, as do some gaming keyboards). My Wireless Keyboard 6000 retails for $60 at Office Depot; however, I got mine for $35 at (believe it or not) TJ Maxx. (Yes; it was new in the box and included the batteries.)

I'm never more than three feet from my PC, either. However, I'm going wireless more to cut down on external "clutter" wiring, going wired only when (or where) necessary (I'm not a fan of *gaming* mice, so I wouldn't mind finding a relatively decent wireless mouse; most gaming mice have far too much sensitivity for use outside of gaming).
 
-(Xyphox)- said:
batteries... batteries... i hate wireless
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True; battery issues can be a PITA; that's why I made sure that the keyboard takes standard alkalines (as opposed to proprietary battery packs), as I have enough of a battery pack/charger issue with cell phones. That's also why I'm not a fan of most non-Microsoft wireless mice (proprietary rechargeable battery packs). Microsoft's wireless mice, like their wireless keyboards, take standard alkaline batteries (and come with Energizer alkalines).
 
Well if you have a HTPC, you pretty much have to go with a wireless keyboard. I really like mine, but if you can do without it don't even think about it and go for a wired keyboard. Wireless keyboards are just too expensive.

If cost is no object go for a wireless keyboard if you really want one, you'll have no regrets.
 
I love the clean minimalistic look, I have a MX Revo and if only they would make a wireless version of the Logi illuminated keyboard I would be all over it, which would look clean on my glass desk
 
I have one and is very practical for me. My room lacks the size for a large desk, so it is handy to be able to just toss the keyboard on the bed and have some workspace on my desk :)
 
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