Magic Keyboard 2 (Refreshed) | Honest Review: 2 Months later
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Last piece of peripheral to complete my all Apple Only set up, now with a new member in the family, the Magic Keyboard. Solid choice for a seamless typing experience. Check out the review and let me know what you guys think! Still worth it in 2022?
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0:00 Introduction
0:44 Background (Magic Keyboard with Touch ID)
1:11 Unboxing (What's comes out of the box)
1:57 Design and Build Quality
3:11 Comparison with Previous gen Magic Keyboard
4:12 Setting Up (Bluetooth Only)
5:24 ASMR Key Typing
5:42 Things that I like
6:42 Things that I dislike
7:10 Universal Control !
8:00 Summary
8:35 Wrapping Up
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Wow I really wanted the side to side comparison with the previous generation of the magic keyboard! Thank you very much!
@kendidshoots
Жыл бұрын
Much appreciated ! Thanks for stopping by 😁
@innovativeadvertising6463
10 ай бұрын
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Thanks Ken, great review.
@paulm5133
Жыл бұрын
REVISIT @ 2:12 is that wrong?
Great video, I’m definitely going to get one of these. Thanks!
@kendidshoots
Жыл бұрын
Appreciate it lots! Thanks for stopping by
That demonstration was very satisfying
@kendidshoots
Жыл бұрын
Hey there ! Glad to know it was delightful! thanks for stopping by !
I have bought Magic Keyboard 2 with numpad, and it's a great keyboard. I can type very fast. I really like it.
very nice video, good job!
@kendidshoots
Жыл бұрын
Appreciate it! Thanks for stopping by
Does the function keys work as function or Shortcuts for brightness controls on windows? I have read that by default i works like Volume and Brightness controls and thats what i wanted. If not, can i remap it using Windows powertools?
I think it's worthwhile considering this is the only keyboard out there with a Touch ID. Good video but I'm surprised you didn't get into the Touch ID part some more 😊
@Allie912
Жыл бұрын
This is the magic keyboard 2 but not the refresh with Touch ID
@innovativeadvertising6463
10 ай бұрын
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@innovativeadvertising6463
10 ай бұрын
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I have had a lot of lag issues with the old Magic Keyboard when it's not plugged in, I wonder if the new one fixes it?
very underrated youtuber!
@kendidshoots
Жыл бұрын
Hey there! Thank you so much ! Appreciate your time here
Hi, Magic keyboard it's working Mac OS 10.15.7 version?
OMG I LOVE IT I LOVE IT I WILL SHOW WITH MY FRIENDS
@kendidshoots
3 ай бұрын
Appreciate it !!
Finally a backlit keyboard from APPLE! THANKS GOD!
@kendidshoots
Жыл бұрын
Haha, well.. watch how Apple will market it as a new feature for their next keyboard looooool
@Mangold108
Жыл бұрын
@@kendidshoots i was joking ...I dont think they make a backlit keybor yet (stand alone)
@vitorcosta4845
Жыл бұрын
yeah... backlight will be cool
can i just check if the refreshed version have different keys from the magic keyboard 2? i have the magic keyboard 2 and im thinking if i should get the refreshed version. my current magic keyboard does not really feel like the keyboard i have on my m1 macbook air 😅 wonder if i will get that on the refreshed version :D
@kendidshoots
Жыл бұрын
No difference on the m1 MacBook Air and 2nd gen Magic Keyboard. Other than the ESC row on the MacBook a bit smaller) Touch ID or not depends on which variant you buy
Hi! How can you compare the typing feel between this and a macbook? I have the logitech mx keys, and I still prefer the feel of the macbook keyboard.
@kendidshoots
11 ай бұрын
Hey there, I have tested scissor switches on the macbook and tend to find them a bit thinner profile. Maybe it's just my preference. This magic keyboard on the other hand is a little bit more tactile. Thanks for stopping by, appreciate it a lot !
Have you encountered yellowing problems with the white keycaps? I wish they just made the caps black. Otherwise a very detailed review!
@kendidshoots
Жыл бұрын
Yoooo, glad you found it helpful!! mine are still mint. White. Give it a regular clean should be alright. Apple do have a black Magic Keyboard but only a full sized one…
@darrenccw
Жыл бұрын
@@kendidshoots thanks for the reply! I wished they would sell the smaller sized with the black keys. Great video.!
I just bought Magic Keyboard for my iPad mini 5. The experience is much better than my previous Bluetooth keyboards which disconnect constantly and not convenient to connect. My main productivity device ipad need this keyboard to be productive. Thank you for you video and you typing speed is so fast wow.
@kendidshoots
Жыл бұрын
Hey there ! Sorry for the late reply! Yes, Apple ecosystem is rock solid !!Thanks for the comment XD I think I type faster using the magic keyboard coz of the tactile feedback.. maybe its just me heeh
Any idea if this feels the same with Macbook Air M2’s keyboard? I looove my Air M2 keyboard but I’m considering buying a wireless one.
@kendidshoots
9 ай бұрын
Yooo, no idea comparing this to the Macbook Air M2 !! Im guessing the ones on the macbook air will be even lesser travel time between the keys. Sorry dont have the M2 Air to verify this !!
Hey, Is there backlights under the fonts?
@kendidshoots
Жыл бұрын
Hey there, unfortunately no backlit keys
hi,can you please tell me how can i active all feature of magic keyboard by connecting it to tab samsung as i sue now ?
@kendidshoots
Жыл бұрын
Hey Nick, I can confidently say that you most likely wont be able to use the features from the Magic Keyboard on your Samsung Tab. I have tried it on a Windows Machine, only scroll functions and tap double taps work, the rest just doesnt
Hi! I am very "peecky" with keyboards as I write lots o code, I have an old 2015 Macbook Pro 15 but I use a Magic keyboard 2 with numeric (not the refresh one) I liked a lot until last 3 month ...my company's assigned to me a Macbook Pro 16 (M1Max) and I am addicted to that keyboard. Don't know why, the keys seems similar... but no, I measured them and they are 1mm smaller compared with the old Magic keyboard 2... very odd because seems very similar. On the new Macbook Pro 16 feels more natural (at least to me) and less prone to press 2 keys at once (at least to me). I ask if those keys on the new Magic Keyboard 2 update are same used on macbook pro 16, or are still similar.
@kendidshoots
Жыл бұрын
Sorry Vitor, I don’t own a MacBook Pro 16 to physically test it out, but the MacBooks have butterfly keys as compared to the Magic Keyboard scissor switches? I think? Not too sure tho
@vcostainternet
Жыл бұрын
@@kendidshoots you are right. must be that ;-)
how about the battery life compared to it''s 1st gen? is it any better? been using 1st gen apple magic keyboard, and always changing battery for couple of days :(
@kendidshoots
Жыл бұрын
Hey there ! Sorry for the late reply. Sorry I dont have the 1st gen magic keyboard. But the battery life on this, is rock solid and it lasts for almost 1-2months. Cant remember the last time I charged it XD
@innovativeadvertising6463
10 ай бұрын
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@innovativeadvertising6463
10 ай бұрын
Hey there! Based on your comment, it seems like you're looking for improved battery life with the Magic Keyboard 2. While I can't provide specific details about this keyboard's battery life compared to the 1st gen, I'd recommend considering the HOTO Compressed Air Capsule. It's a versatile tool that can help you maintain a clean and spotless environment while being reasonably priced. Let me know if you'd like any more information! 😊
Hey! Thanks for the video. Chassis is an English word rooted in French and in pronounced “Sha-see” :)
@kendidshoots
Жыл бұрын
CHAIR-SIS is how malaysians pronounce it, we bite all the words literally. XD Excusez-moi
@tayt_
Жыл бұрын
@@kendidshoots it doesn’t help that English mashes a good 10 languages together and doesn’t follow any universal rules 😅
Triggered by incorrect finger pressing space bar 💀 😂
@kendidshoots
Жыл бұрын
Nooooooo, don’t judge me!
Does it work via usb connection or it only for charging?
@kendidshoots
Жыл бұрын
Hey Sasha, it works with it plugged in as well !
@fredbarnes196
Жыл бұрын
@@kendidshoots Is it using USB when plugged in?
A good review but please help me with some answers. I was considering to buy a Magic Keyboard purely for work with my Windows 11 PC (Macbook later, if I will have the money to buy one :) I type a lot. I mean a lot. 30k-50k characters daily. I need to be fluent with typing with minimal errors and speed. A flat laptop keyboard simply dies under me in 2 yrs as the key-springs break and the keycaps fall out. I don't want to risk having the same issues with a Magic Keyboard again where I see a hefty repair-cost or a brand new one. So my question is: Is it worth investing a lot of money to this keyboard and will it be together after intense use for years? I would hear opinion from people who uses magic keyboards for long term.
@kendidshoots
Жыл бұрын
Yooo, happy to report the magic keboard will work with a windows laptop including brightness /volume control settings ! Indeed the tactile feedback is inticity and tbh I love it very much !! its small and by far the most WPM (128) I've ever achieved ;p
is it durable like mechanical keyboards? My hands are always sweaty but it is almost same price
@Allie912
Жыл бұрын
depends on what you mean by durable - I've had them for years and they don't yellow or anything like that. If you're used to mechanical though you may not like this board as the travel/tactile is not even remotely close to mech boards lol. I use my mech boards for work & this apple one for personal.
@kendidshoots
Жыл бұрын
Up!! Yeah I love the magic keyboard NGL.. Tactile > Mechanical for me coz of the travel distance !!
@shylady8711
Жыл бұрын
@@Allie912 I think I like the magic keyboard better. It fits my short hands best. mech keyboards give me a bit of handstrain.
I’m pretty sure that this is Magic Keyboard 3, not 2 right?
@kendidshoots
28 күн бұрын
Mmm sure, debatable. The update was sort of covered with the releases of iMac back then, didn’t really felt like an update to call it a 3. The only difference was the Touch ID 🤣
@R_I_R_A
28 күн бұрын
@@kendidshoots Isn't the A1314 keyboard a Magic Keyboard? I thought there was the A1314, A1644, and the new 3rd one shown in this video🤔
@R_I_R_A
28 күн бұрын
@@kendidshoots When I searched for Magic Keyboard 2 on Google Images, many results came up for the A1644, not this keyboard, so I was confused.
@kendidshoots
28 күн бұрын
@@R_I_R_A yeah it is, you are correct. But what major changing point from the Magic Keyboard 2 to the 3? From the 1 to 2 it’s very obvious, but 2-3 just Touch ID. With the same chassis, key travels. You can argue it’s still the 3rd gen, yeah sure 😅 Most ppl call it a refresh, if it looks exactly the same
@R_I_R_A
28 күн бұрын
@@kendidshoots I see! I understand what you mean. But it doesn't look exactly the same. The four corners are much more rounded, and the shape of the buttons on the four corners has changed significantly. Sorry for the time and effort it took🫡
So this keyboard don’t have backlit?
@kendidshoots
Жыл бұрын
Hey Mery, no unfortunately!
It doesn't light up? ;( I'm not buying it then
I get the touch id thing… but to be honest the fact that the keyboard is not back-lit, is a fail if u gonna use it at nite in a dark room. So i bought then the logitech MX one instead. I can live without the touch id.
@zikamikakokoku
Жыл бұрын
It's funny that I'm using mx keys mini for a month now, but will be switching to magic keyboard in a few days because I can't get the same typing experience on mx as on my MacBook.
I've had the Apple keyboard wireless back in 2008 2009 2010 what's the magic part of it ? I've been using the Microsoft version of this apple Magic. Why Magic the typing experience is amazing on the Microsoft when you are able to type 80 to 90 wpm will this experience be better with the apple magic keyboard ? Thanks I believe suspension of the press of the keys is based on experience of typing comfortability sensitivity and suppression of how the keys deliver when every key is pressed by the fingers really. I just want to know the Magic part of the keyboard why it's called Magic? Plus when you typing it's noisy, I can here the keys when you type. Thanks
@kendidshoots
Жыл бұрын
Hey there, tactile feedback on the Magic Keyboard wins it for me !
@Allie912
Жыл бұрын
It's just called magic as a part of apple's marketing
@Eeveewashere
5 ай бұрын
I'm more a Windows user but I thought the "magic" in the Apple Magic keyboard referred to the quickness at which the keyboard paired over Bluetooth to the mac. Logitech keyboards pair fast but I believe they are consistently 2 to 3 seconds slower. Still, logitech ones have other great features. The 2 to 3 seconds delay for the Logitech might be Apple sabotaging peripherals competition thru macOS APIs. Then again, I might be a paranoid conspiracy freak. I'm not an engineer so I'm speculating based on life experiences.
Can the Magic Keyboard light up, with and without a cable?
@kendidshoots
Жыл бұрын
Hey Shibeshi, no backlit on the Magic Keyboard unfortunately! Yes it is a wireless keyboard, can be used both with or without the cable
REVISIT @ 2:12 is that wrong?
@kendidshoots
Жыл бұрын
Hey Paul, did you mean the weight?
Is this keyboard worth it for $52 Brandnew?
@kendidshoots
Жыл бұрын
Hey Rev, 52USD brand new sounds abit Sus.. unless it’s the first gen refurbished ? 🤔
@revtane9
Жыл бұрын
@@kendidshoots all are brand new and I was also shocked and bought immediately. These shops are certified resellers by apple
@revtane9
Жыл бұрын
@@kendidshoots powermac is the name of the store here in my country and they are running a 50% off sale on accessories, I even bought magic mouse 2 white for $40. Then yesterday I also bought the Magic Keyboard(the rounded cornered keyboard without touch id) for $52
Are these keyboards better for speed typing than the mechanical ones
@kendidshoots
4 ай бұрын
Hey there, yes for me. Due to the low travel tactile keys.. I type faster with the Magic Keyboard
dude compare this to mx keys mini not to k380
@darrenccw
Жыл бұрын
How does the apple mk compare to mx keys mini? I'm inclined to get the mx keys for the backlighting and multi-device feature. But apple is more aesthetic haha
Nice comparison review, thank you. I would ditch both and go for a wired keyboard and mouse. The jury is still out on the health and safety of Bluetooth.
@kendidshoots
2 ай бұрын
Most welcome ! That’s true, nothing beats wired connection 🤗 thanks for stopping by
keeebod
My Logitech G915 TKL (compact) lasts for about 8 months without LEDs on and I work full time as a software developer. This keyboard is not ergonomic and you won't be able to type without mistakes unless your hand is small.
@kendidshoots
3 ай бұрын
Oh wow, looks like a really fun keyboard !!
@DzafarSadik
3 ай бұрын
Yes, it's a really nice keyboard. I forgot to mention that it allows to connect up to 2 devices and switch between them easily. Just turn off lights to increase time on battery 10 times.
imagine this keyboard with a lenovo style trackpoint. i wish...
@kendidshoots
Жыл бұрын
Yo Adam, that would be epic indeed. I think there are people out there salvaging macbooks keyboard and trackpad as a unit itself and making it work. LOOOL
@adameva8719
Жыл бұрын
@@kendidshoots some men are just very very brave while the rest of us just dream they are just going after it. lol
MX Keys Mini just feels cheap and has terrible secondary function key actions. The lack of TouchID also pisses me off.
@kendidshoots
11 ай бұрын
Hey there! really?! Glad that I didnt pick up the Keys Mini then ! TouchID seems to be an Apple Only peripheral I guess XD So the magic trackpad with touch ID is available, more exp of coz