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Azio Retro USB Mechanical Keyboard Blue Switch
Last Updated: January 8, 2020 (Refresh Now)
7.8
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Keyboard
54keys, typing, keyboards, typewriter, mechanical
+87%
-13%
" ... I will never use another keyboard again for work ... "
" ... This keyboard is everything I hoped for. ... I have been typing for a living for 30 years, so I know exactly what is where on a keyboard. ... I salute Azio for designing a wonderful keyboard! ... "
" ... I love this typewriter keyboard. ... "
" ... My husband LOVES this keyboard! ... "
" ... I've only had this keyboard for a couple of days, and during that time I have not had to do any extensive typing. ... This is my first ever mechanical keyboard. ... First impression - this keyboard makes you feel like a BOSS. ... "
" ... We bought this expensive keyboard for our son who absolutely loves it. ... He's a composer and it sits in front of his 88 key keyboard. ... "
" ... Ultra cool retro style keyboard, my colleagues are all very jealous ! ... I would recommend this if you are looking for something different to the ordinary (aka boring) keyboards that are usually available. ... "
" ... This keyboard is aesthetically pleasing, and is so much fun to use! ... "
Design
23look, beautiful, finish, cool, weight
+100%
" ... It's amazingly beautiful. ... "
" ... It is substantial in weight and it looks amazing. ... "
" ... - It looks amazing! ... "
" ... The glossy finish is great and makes it stand out in my desk, always an attention grabber. ... "
" ... It looks good and works properly ... "
" ... Above all, she's going to love the look of this thing. ... "
" ... Plus it's cool to look at. ... The fit and finish are excellent and the look is distinctive. ... "
" ... Elegant look with the shiny chrome and glossy black. ... "
Comfort
21keyboard, typing, wrist, key, round
+67%
-33%
" ... I love the feel of the keys and the sound it make while typing. ... It comes with a wrist pad. ... "
" ... It has a nice and heavy feel to it, so it doesn't budge easily from under your hands. ... "
" ... I bought this for the style, but was surprised just how much the shape of the keys change the feel of typing. ... Even the wrist mat that comes with it is good quality. ... "
" ... Brings me back about 50 years to my first typing class. ... "
" ... The weight of the keyboard is great and feels super solid. ... If it were wireless and heavier more solid keys. ... "
" ... can't slip underneath the keys. ... "
" ... The only thing keeping it from 5 stars is that the gold finish chipped off the edge of one of the keys shortly after I got it. ... :( Nevertheless, I do like how it looks and how it feels when I'm typing. ... "
" ... I love the clicks and the feel of the entire board. ... "
Controls
10key, typing, click, touch, satisfying
+90%
-10%
" ... I love the feel of the keys and the sound it make while typing. ... "
" ... Key switches are pretty nice as well. ... "
" ... Otherwise, it functions well, has the clock with each button push, and is sleek looking. ... "
" ... can't slip underneath the keys. ... "
" ... - Each key clicks like a real typwriter ... "
" ... The keys are a joy to press. ... The media function keys work, as does the menu button, the other alternate function keys and so on. ... I really like the layout of the navigation (arrow) keys, as they're low on the layout and close to the hand. ... The keys have a nice clicky sound that might annoy someone if you're in an open office or a cubicle farm. ... It would be nice if a simple bit of mapping were possible at the user end to permit just use the F keys to raise, lower and mute volume. ... "
" ... The home keys are easy to find, and the lights really tie everything together. ... "
" ... Keys have a nice dimple. ... "
Sound Quality
9keys, satisfying, loud, clicky, clicking
+89%
-11%
" ... I quickly learned that, yes, it is loud, but the sound it makes doesn't annoy my family or me and the tactile feeling of the Kailh Blue mechanical switches was quite a welcome improvement over my old, quiet, membrane keyboard. ... "
" ... Awesome beautiful well designed very clicky loud and satisfying ... "
" ... The keys have a nice clicky sound that might annoy someone if you're in an open office or a cubicle farm. ... "
" ... I like the clicking sound! ... "
" ... It does sound exactly like the typewriter. ... "
" ... Some reviewers talk about the typewriter-ish sound. ... "
" ... It's really nice looking and the click sound it makes really reminds me of an old typewriter. ... "
" ... My office is somewhat separate from my co-workers and they say they can hear the sound but it is not bothersome to them. ... "
Build Quality
9solid, keys, finish, space bar, one
+67%
-33%
" ... Solid build quality and impressive array of RGB color schemes couldn't be more satisfied with my purchase. ... "
" ... That said, it is very solid and heavy and doesn't wiggle around, so that is a plus. ... "
" ... Surprisingly enough the metal border around each key catches the light so much that its not necessary. ... "
" ... The only thing keeping it from 5 stars is that the gold finish chipped off the edge of one of the keys shortly after I got it. ... "
" ... Sturdy, heavy feel. ... "
Product Reliability
7years, year, working, stopped working, stopped
+43%
-57%
" ... I already lost one. ... "
" ... Product stopped work after a year. ... "
" ... It never worked well from the beginning but it did manage to hold on until the return period of less than 60 days ended. ... A piece of junk. ... "
Fit
6one, look, keep, issue, fit
+50%
-50%
" ... Only issue I had is that the space bar had a little bend downward at one end. ... "
" ... They don't seem to be securely fastened. ... "
" ... Good looking but falls short for the pricepoint. ... "
For Fun
5type, makes
+100%
" ... It's just fun to type on. ... "
" ... Not only is it stylish but also fun to type on. ... "
" ... Almost makes work fun again. ... "
Device Compatibility
5computer, x, shortcuts, plugged, mac
+80%
-20%
" ... I can't believe that the wireless version is another $100. ... "
" ... I now use it at work and it has provided a whole new dimension to my computer work. ... "
" ... Its a really great feeling and now I feel like I'm losing something when I use another computer without it. ... "
" ... I plugged this keyboard in and it immediately began working flawlessly with my Apple desktop. ... "
Size
5desk, weight, travel, solid, price
+80%
-20%
" ... It is substantial in weight and it looks amazing. ... "
" ... It's a great conversation piece and looks great on my desk. ... "
" ... That said, it is very solid and heavy and doesn't wiggle around, so that is a plus. ... "
" ... Full travel keys, nice clicking sound, and looks great on the desk. ... "
Price
4quality, price point, worth, something, bucks
+75%
-25%
" ... - Price is fair ... "
" ... There are other more expensive retro keyboards on the market but they are like $300 to $700 bucks . ... I was surprised at the quality for the price . ... "
" ... Quality is awesome, totally worth it! ... "
For Kids
3loved, bought, christmas
+100%
" ... Bought for my son in law he loved it ... "
" ... Bought this for my daughter for Christmas. ... "
" ... My son loves this gift and he thought it would bother the others in the office but they actually loved the sound of an old typewriter ... "
Ease of Use
3type, clean
+100%
" ... - It's easy to clean ... "
As Gift
3purchased, one, bought, would, present
+100%
" ... Was a gift for my sister. ... "
" ... His worked without a single problem, so he bought me one as an early birthday present. ... "
" ... Bought this for my daughter for Christmas. ... "
Marketplace
3see, photos, amazon
+67%
-33%
" ... Great product expectional seller ! ... "
" ... Thank you so much for an interesting and high quality product. ... "
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