Magic keyboard 2 space grey review năm 2024

Update 10/28/2021: We changed the size from 60% to 75% because this keyboard has a function row and arrow keys.

The Apple Magic Keyboard has a very small footprint since it's a compact (75%) keyboard. However, there's also a full-size variant with a numeric keypad available.

Keycap Material ABS

The build quality is remarkable. It has a rigid aluminum chassis that's both very lightweight and sturdy-feeling. Also, since the keys are very low-profile, it leaves very little room for debris to accumulate, which helps to keep the keyboard clean.

Curved/Angled No

Split Keyboard No

Key Alignment Staggered

Minimum Incline 2.8°

Medium Incline N/A

Maximum Incline N/A

Home Row Height 7.2 mm (0.3")

This keyboard has decent ergonomics. It doesn't have incline settings and doesn't come with a wrist rest; however, the low-profile keys are very comfortable to type on without one.

Replaceable Cherry Stabilizers No

Stabilizer Fixation Non-Customizable Design

Spacebar Stabilizer Size Non-Customizable Design

Size Of Right Mod Keys Non-Standard

Hot-Swappable Switches No

Switch Stem Shape Non-Customizable Design

Switch PCB Socket Non-Customizable Design

North-Facing Cherry MX Interference Non-Customizable Design

Backlighting No

RGB No

Per-Key Backlighting No

Effects No

Software Controllable No

The Apple Magic Keyboard doesn't have any backlighting, making it unsuitable for use in dark rooms. If you're looking for a mobile keyboard with backlighting, check out the Brydge 10.2 Keyboard for Apple iPad.

Connectivity Wireless

Detachable Yes (Wired Mode and Charge)

Length 3.3 ft (1.0 m)

Connector (Keyboard side) Lightning

The keyboard charges via Apple's proprietary lightning connector, and you can also use it wired.

Bluetooth Yes

Bluetooth Multi-Device Pairing No

Proprietary Receiver No

Battery Type Rechargeable

This keyboard has good wireless versatility, as you can connect it via Bluetooth with almost any device, except for devices running on Android. It has a built-in rechargeable battery that Apple claims should last over a month between charges. Unfortunately, there's no multi-device pairing feature. If you need a wireless keyboard that can connect to multiple devices simultaneously, check out the Logitech K780 or the Logitech MX Keys Mini.

Dedicated Macro Keys Count 0

Onboard Macro Programming No

Macro Programming With Software No

Media Keys Non-Dedicated

Trackpad / Trackball No

Scroll Wheel No

Control Knob No

USB Passthrough No

Numpad No

Windows Key Lock No

Lock Indicator Caps Lock

Unfortunately, this keyboard has very few extra features apart from media control hotkeys. However, the updated version of this keyboard, the Apple Magic Keyboard with Touch ID and Numeric Keypad, features the new Touch ID feature that you can use with Mac computers.

• Apple Magic Keyboard 2017
• Lightning to USB-A cable
• User Guide

Typing Experience

Key Spacing 19.0 mm (0.748")

Update 10/28/2021: We reevaluated the typing experience on this keyboard after testing the Apple Magic Keyboard with Touch ID. We've determined that typing on this keyboard feels slightly worse compared to the updated version, as the keys offer noticeably less tactile feedback. Because of this, we decided to drop the typing quality from 8 to 7.5.

The Apple Magic Keyboard 2017 provides a good typing experience similar to most Apple laptops. The scissor switches give some tactile feedback, and the keys are well-spaced and very stable. However, they also feel a bit mushy. Typing feels responsive thanks to the very short pre-travel distance, and although it takes a bit of force to get over the tactile bump, typing on them feels only slightly heavy, and it shouldn’t cause fatigue over time. Unfortunately, it doesn’t come with a wrist rest, but most people shouldn’t need one due to the keyboard’s low profile.

Average Loudness 36.8 dBA

High Pitch Clicks No

Typing on this keyboard is very quiet and shouldn't bother those around you.

Switch Name No Marketed Name

Switch Type Scissor

Feel Tactile

Analog No

Operating Force 64 gf

Actuation Force 35 gf

Pre-Travel 0.9 mm

Total Travel 1.0 mm

As with most scissor switches, the pre-travel distance is very short, making the keyboard feel very responsive. However, it requires a fair amount of force to get over the tactile bump. This makes the typing feel a bit heavier but helps reduce unintended keystrokes. If you want a slim keyboard but prefer mechanical switches, check out the Keychron K7.

Performance

Best Connection 23.4 ms

Best Connection Std Dev ±2.2 ms

Wired 23.4 ms

Receiver N/A

Bluetooth 37.0 ms

PCB (Estimated) 23.1 ms

Update 03/03/2022: Originally, this test was performed on a PC setup according to the testing methodology. The test was performed again using a macOS setup; the results show a difference of 16.4ms between a wired connection (41.8ms) and a Bluetooth connection (58.2ms), which is in line with user reports of a higher latency difference between the connection types while using macOS. However, as this retest can't take the system latency of macOS into account, these retest results aren't comparable to the originally published results, so the review remains the same.

The latency on the Apple Magic Keyboard is fairly high. It's fine for general desktop use, but it isn't ideal for gaming.

Connection Evaluated Bluetooth

Key Press 33.4 ms

Key Release 27.3 ms

Connection Evaluated Bluetooth

USB Polling Rate 1,000 Hz

Effective Update Rate N/A

N-Key Rollover (NKRO) No

Multiple Keys Per USB Report No

4 Chord Split Delay 11.8 ms

8 Chord Split Delay N/A

Software and Operating System

Software Name No Software

Software Windows Compatible No

Software macOS Compatible No

Onboard Memory No

Profiles No Profile

This keyboard doesn't have any software for customization.

Windows Partially Compatible

macOS Fully Compatible

Linux (Ubuntu 22) Fully Compatible

Media Key Compatibility MacOS & Linux

The keyboard has full functionality when used with Apple operating systems; however, function keys and OS-specific keys like the Launch Pad and Mission Control don't work on Windows and Linux. If you want a keyboard with a similar build and full Windows compatibility, check out the Microsoft Surface Keyboard.

Is Apple Magic Keyboard 2 worth it?

As someone who spends more time typing than shooting pictures, I value the keyboard I use quite a lot. Having tried a number of keyboards over the years, I still stick with the Apple Magic Keyboard.

Why was space grey keyboard discontinued?

The company introduced the new M1 iMac last month along with a new version of the Magic Keyboard with the Touch ID and redesigned, colourful versions of the Magic Mouse and the Magic Trackpad. So the older space grey accessories do not match the new, more colourful offerings.

Which Magic Keyboard color is better?

The Magic Keyboard is — hands down — the best writing tool for the iPad Air and iPad Pro. But if you're going to get one, I recommend getting the white model, as surprisingly, that color will remain looking newer for far longer than the dark gray.