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HP Wired USB Keyboard K1500 Black H3C52AA ABA
Last Updated: April 3, 2019 (Refresh Now)
8.3
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/10
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1000
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323
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Keyboard
253keys, key, basic, keyboards, typing
+82%
-18%
" ... I don't do large amounts of typing, but this keyboard works just fine. ... "
" ... These cheap keyboards are excellent as backup keyboards, or if you need to carry around a full-sized keyboard as they are very light. ... "
" ... Works great if all you want is a basic USB wired keyboard. ... "
" ... I am hard on keyboards, this is an inexpensive keyboard that meets all my needs. ... "
" ... This keyboard is not complex but does everything I needed. ... "
" ... Great basic keyboard. ... "
" ... I really like this keyboard ... "
" ... It’s a great keyboard for its price. ... It's a great keyboard for its price but I would recommend buying a more expensive keyboard if you want a keyboard that will last for a long time. ... "
Controls
60key, buttons, feel, press, backspace
+53%
-47%
" ... Having a number pad and separate arrow buttons is also nice. ... "
" ... This is not a miracle device, just able to enter passwords with keys that actually work now. ... "
" ... The keys were well constructed and gave decent feedback. ... "
" ... Keys feel perfect. ... "
" ... The key layout is even easier to use. ... "
" ... Keyboard is very responsive and works great, wish it had volume buttons. ... "
" ... Spacing of keys is pretty good. ... "
" ... The keys are quiet, too! ... "
Comfort
53keyboard, feel, type, key, hands
+81%
-19%
" ... has a good feel to the keys. ... "
" ... It does seem to sit lower than my other keyboards and I was not sure if that would be an issue. ... But after using it I feel it is actually better for my wrist that the lift/incline of the keyboard is not as high. ... "
" ... The keys were well constructed and gave decent feedback. ... "
" ... I love it because its comfortable & lightweight, has adjustable legs so my wrists feels good. ... I can sit the keyboard in my lap while I type this recommendation. ... "
" ... If you're typing on this all day, spend the $$ on a better one. ... "
" ... Very good keyboard, I type all day for work and it's working and feels great. ... "
" ... It's pretty good for the price, and has actual proper keycaps instead of the flat, chiclet looking things that are common now. ... "
" ... It is replacing the same model that I bought 6 years ago and has letters wearing off the keys but is still perfectly functional. ... "
Price
52money, worth, paid, bucks, works well
+90%
-10%
" ... You can't beat the quality and price. ... "
" ... Perfectly functional and at a great price. ... "
" ... good addition at the right price. ... "
" ... for $8 its a steal. ... "
" ... Great quality at a truly unbelievable price, ... "
" ... -- a real bargain. ... "
" ... For that price point certainly a good product. ... "
" ... Does a great job and was a fantastic price. ... "
Product Reliability
50months, month, keys, several months, hp
+64%
-36%
" ... This is my 5th or 6th in 10 years. ... "
" ... Had this several months with NO issues. ... "
" ... It works no problems ... "
" ... No problems at all . ... "
" ... I just plugged it in and it works with no problem. ... "
" ... Worked great right out of box. ... "
" ... Works great, no issues. ... "
" ... I came across this one from HP and decided to give it a try. ... "
Ease of Use
32easy to install, easy to use, keys, easy to type, keyboard
+97%
-3%
" ... A breeze to change over. ... "
" ... Easy to use just plug it in ... "
" ... Works perfectly, easy to type on. ... "
" ... easy to hookup. ... "
" ... The system detected it as soon as it was plugged in, and the keys were easy to press. ... "
" ... easy to see keys, nice key resistance ... "
" ... The key layout is even easier to use. ... "
" ... The keyboard was easy to install. ... "
Marketplace
22exactly as described, described, works, fast, shipping
+91%
-9%
" ... Just like described. ... "
" ... Exactly as advertised. ... "
" ... Exactly as described. ... "
" ... Exactly as described. ... "
" ... Brand name, original equipment replacement quality. ... "
" ... Thank you Amazon for your fast delivery. ... "
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
" ... Arrived on date promised. ... "
Device Compatibility
22pc, keyboard, windows, keyboards, desktop
+82%
-18%
" ... or I'll use it when someone bring me their pc so I can troubleshoot. ... "
" ... Beer versus laptop – Beer 1, Laptop 0. ... Now we can get back into the laptop to retrieve data we thought we had lost. ... This is not a miracle device, just able to enter passwords with keys that actually work now. ... "
" ... So, I am the type of person who NEVER takes my laptop anywhere. ... It stays on my desk as if it were a desktop computer. ... I have a working laptop once again! ... "
" ... It works well with my laptop. ... "
" ... I decided to purchase this USB wireless keyboard because I didn't want to completely stop using my laptop and I'm glad I did. ... "
" ... I needed a couple of cheap keyboards that I can move around as necessary to the growing number of computers I seem to have around that normally don't need a keyboard (they are playing videos in my living room, acting as media servers in a closet, etc. ... "
" ... My kids go through so many keyboards for the desktop. ... "
" ... Fantastic for the price and is perfect for stowing under the night stand in my bedroom connected to my Zbox mini pc. ... "
Build Quality
19sturdy, legs, cheaply made, flimsy, underside
+74%
-26%
" ... No frills, build material quality is lightweight and flexible but functional and not a lot of "slop" in the key actuation. ... "
" ... Durable, I travel with it and it stands the test of being moved all over the place. ... "
" ... Can't speak to durability as I've only had it a few weeks, but feels nice and very satisfying to type on. ... "
" ... It’s also sturdy and not cheaply made and I’m extremely satisfied with this purchase. ... "
" ... it's cheaply made, but you know what, it worked perfectly. ... "
" ... Very nice, good quality, only drawback it's that some pieces arrived broken ... "
" ... Build quality is good, including the cable, which seems pretty sturdy and should not give problems if it is not abused. ... "
" ... It doesn't have all the bells and whistles, but it is well made and sturdy. ... "
Ports
18keyboard, port, plug, laptop, wired
+78%
-22%
" ... I decided to purchase this USB wireless keyboard because I didn't want to completely stop using my laptop and I'm glad I did. ... "
" ... This one works with any USB port, including both USB 2.0 and 3.0. ... "
" ... I needed a USB keyboard to complete a project out of the house, and fast. ... "
" ... just plug it in. ... "
" ... The USB connector is very useful for newer devices. ... "
" ... I replaced it with this simple HP USB keyboard and so far no complaints. ... "
" ... Cheap and working with a USB cord. ... "
" ... Can't use wireless computer attachments at my home. ... "
Delivery
15box, received, arrived on time, arrived, shipped
+87%
-13%
" ... Shipped so quickly! ... "
" ... I received my product on time and it works wonderfully! ... "
" ... Thank you Amazon for your fast delivery. ... "
" ... It arrived on time and works as promised. ... "
" ... Arrived early and was quickly and easily installed. ... "
" ... New in box. ... "
" ... Arrived on date promised. ... "
" ... Exactly as described and arrived on time. ... "
Setup
14easy, works great, price, keyboard, weight
+100%
" ... Easy to install ... "
" ... The keyboard was easy to install. ... "
" ... I was worried about installing this as I'm not electrically inclined. ... "
" ... The system detected it as soon as it was plugged in, and the keys were easy to press. ... "
" ... Easy to use just plug it in ... "
" ... This is portable, which is good for my needs, and is easy-installation. ... "
" ... Arrived early and was quickly and easily installed. ... "
Returns
12trash, window, month, missed, amazon
+8%
-92%
" ... So I've had to replace it with another product. ... "
" ... I didn’t even use it for a month passed the return date since I went on vacay. ... "
" ... It broke in a month and 10 days (I'm pretty sure past Amazon's return policy). ... "
" ... Exchanged for same one thinking maybe it was just that one but the replacement did the same exact thing. ... I missed my return window for the second one so just tossed it in trash. ... "
" ... I would like to return this. ... No response need to return and order another brand. ... "
" ... It is going in the trash. ... "
" ... This one is going in the trash ... already ripped up the box for recycling and so cannot return to Amazon. ... "
" ... Went in the garbage. ... "
Features
12scroll lock, num, caps, lock, lights
+58%
-42%
" ... That allows me to see at a glance which are enabled / disabled, but I no longer notice the lights if I'm looking at the monitor. ... "
" ... It also comes with caps lock, num lock, and scroll lock, each of which has their own dedicated green LED light (although these are a bit too bright, in my opinion). ... "
" ... Its greatest feature (which is rare at this price point) is the caps lock, number lock and scroll lock lights. ... "
" ... Good if you don't want a lot of fancy bells and whistles for extra functions. ... "
" ... No bells or whistles, but works great! ... "
" ... Sometimes you don't need all the bells and whistles to get the job done. ... "
" ... It's really, really light, too. ... "
Product As Described
10described, works, arrived on time, advertised, exactly
+100%
" ... Exactly as described. ... "
" ... performs as described. ... "
" ... Exactly as advertised. ... "
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
" ... Just like described. ... "
" ... Works as described. ... "
" ... Exactly as described and arrived on time. ... "
" ... Arrived on time and works as described. ... "
Print Quality
9products, quality, product, good
+100%
" ... Love HP products. ... "
" ... Trusted an HP product. ... "
" ... For $14, the HP isn't bad. ... "
" ... HP is good. ... "
" ... I always trust HP products ... "
" ... What can I say about HP products except FABULOUS! ... Thanks HP, you're the best! ... "
" ... HP got this one right. ... "
" ... Thank you HP. ... "
Overall performance
9done, gets the job, get, works, fast
+100%
" ... It does the job. ... "
" ... It's basic but does it's job. ... "
" ... No frills, low cost, gets the job done. ... "
" ... Don't get discouraged by those apparent negatives, for 10 dollars this is a very good product that get's the job done. ... "
" ... get his job done ... "
" ... It gets the job done and was very easy to figure out how to use. ... "
" ... Does the job. ... "
" ... Does the job! ... "
Size
8lightweight, light, large, weight, laptop
+100%
" ... Saved my laptop, very light weight, big fan. ... "
" ... Its smaller and simpler and has right side number pad. ... Durable, I travel with it and it stands the test of being moved all over the place. ... "
" ... Works well - a lot lighter than expected. ... "
" ... It's lightweight, so I can put it in my lap and type when I'm on the go and in meetings. ... "
" ... It is very compact however, and I can't imagine it would work very well for someone with large hands. ... "
" ... And full sized too! ... "
" ... Very slim profile, even when propped up. ... "
" ... perfect size - it is lightweight ... "
Cables
6wire, sturdy, desk, attached, usb
+67%
-33%
" ... Build quality is good, including the cable, which seems pretty sturdy and should not give problems if it is not abused. ... "
" ... I had ordered a more expensive wireless one that I had nothing but trouble with, so decided to go this route, inexpensive, plug and play. ... "
" ... Cheap and working with a USB cord. ... "
" ... I have cats that like to chew on wires, and I have kids that like to spill things. ... "
Touch Sensitivity
5feel, like, good, soft, one
+80%
-20%
" ... Talk about incredible feel, touch, reliability, etc. ... "
" ... The touch and feel, feels very much like what I've always used or ever touched. ... "
" ... I like the feel of the soft touch. ... "
Weight
5light, cheap, bit, laptop, keyboard
+60%
-40%
" ... Saved my laptop, very light weight, big fan. ... "
" ... Light weight and very responsive, Highly recommended. ... "
Design
5like, feels, fancy, design, thin
+100%
" ... PRO: Good and solid feel. ... Inexpensive, but feels good. ... "
" ... Nothing fancy about it, but it has a nice, thin design. ... "
" ... It's pretty good for the price, and has actual proper keycaps instead of the flat, chiclet looking things that are common now. ... "
" ... It may not look fancy like the more expensive keyboards, but the functionality is fantastic. ... "
" ... It feels just like "home". ... "
Gaming
4keys, games, game, writing, playing
+75%
-25%
" ... If you game several hours a day, every day, and you use the WASD keys more than any other keys, you'll probably have issues with them in time. ... "
" ... Wife uses it for her writing work and also playing games. ... "
" ... It's a entry-level keyboard and it's enough for me to play some mini-game. ... "
Volume
4type, tactile, little, typing, super
+50%
-50%
" ... A bit loud, marginal quality. ... "
" ... Pretty loud for this keyboard type. ... "
Mouse
4keyboard, logitech, keyboards, included, wired
+100%
" ... Going through my college days plus work, I've used tons of cheap keyboards from Logitech, Dell, etc, but this one feels like it outpaces all of those. ... "
" ... With the Logitech, the mouse was included making them very similar in price, but the Logitech is a far superior product with more substance. ... "
" ... Pairs well with functioning mouse (not included) ... "
" ... I mean it was still pretty buggy but I was getting used to it and our PC had a combination Bluetooth keyboard and mouse that plug into the one USB port. ... "
USB
4keyboard, port, plug, laptop, keyboards
+75%
-25%
" ... This one works with any USB port, including both USB 2.0 and 3.0. ... "
" ... Good USB keyboard. ... "
" ... I decided to purchase this USB wireless keyboard because I didn't want to completely stop using my laptop and I'm glad I did. ... "
Call quality
4phone, people, call, would, think
+50%
-50%
" ... I got complaints from people over the phone while I was taking minutes for meetings. ... "
" ... Please call asap . ... "
Sound Quality
3bit noisy, typing, noisy, makes, works well
+33%
-67%
" ... I do not like the klicking noise when typing. ... "
Defective Delivery
3defective, broken
-100%
" ... Mine arrived badly damaged. ... "
" ... Both were defective. ... "
" ... I gave it four stars because out of the box a peice is broken, I pulled the broken peice out of the package. ... "
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