IOGEAR GKM561R Black 2.4GHz Wireless HTPC Multimedia Keyboard with Laser Trackball and Scroll Wheel IOGEAR GKM561R Black 2.4GHz Wireless HTPC Multimedia Keyboard with Laser Trackball and Scroll Wheel

Pros: So before I had the small logitech keyboard. They dont make it anymore the problem was it was too small. The size of this unit is perfect for my HTPC setup. Just right, size wise.

Cons: None

Pros: just want to say customer support has been great +1000

Cons: none

Other Thoughts: bought one of these for htpc. keyboard has been great for in your lap surfing and media control.

i built another htpc for family room. i tried searching for the an additional usb dongle so i didn't have to buy another keyboard to use on more than on unit. my hands are messed up due to spinal cord injury and it's difficult to move dongle from pc to pc.

unfortunately they aren't available separately.

i had an online chat with one of their support techs that indicated i could not buy the dongle and no other vendors would work with their keyboard. he said they were out of stock and would send me one if he had one. i thought 'oh yeah, right', trying to close the ticket. well, lo and behold, 1 week later, i get a usb dongle in the mail.

just wanted to thank the support tech (whoever you are). i will be using more of your products in the future.

that's the kind of customer support that makes a difference in success of a company these days...

tedbiv

Pros: not a lot of wireless multimedia keyboards available

Cons: Trackball has a gritty feel. It moves if the keyboard is moved. F7 key broke. have to hit ESC for the PC to recognize key input. Key input slow. You have to type slowly if you want to be sure that keystrokes are sent.

Manufacturer Response:

First, thank you for choosing IOGEAR and we apologize for your experience. The product should not behave as you described. Since the unit is backed by IOGEAR's 3 year warranty feel free to contact our customer support at 1-866-946-4327 or email us: support@iogear.com. Again, thank you for choosing IOGEAR.

Pros: What more can I say. It's a great addition to my Raspberry Pi. I was tied down with a wired keyboard and mouse, but now I can move around with no worries. It is quick and easy to get setup.

Cons: NONE!!

Other Thoughts: Wish I had done this sooner. But now I can play to my heart's content. It's nice to not be tied down by wires anymore. I checked the RPi list to see what I should get, and this one was recommended.

Pros: Great keyboard, great size for HTPC. Original batteries still going strong after a year. Have no problems with connections at all. Location of the mouse buttons is great for thumb use as is the trackball.

Cons: no way to clean trackball. Trackball worked great for a few months of heavy use then started acting up. Still works but is frustrating to use and no way I have found to clean internal rollers.

Other Thoughts: can't speak to range as I have not had it further than 10 feet away, but worked great at that distance.

Manufacturer Response:

First, thank you for choosing IOGEAR and we apologize for your experience. The product should not behave as you described. Please contact our customer service at email: support@iogear.com and let us know in more detail on when and how you’re having this experience. We strive to ensure our customers are serviced with a properly working unit to exceed your satisfaction. Again, thank you for choosing IOGEAR.

Pros: Good size, good range.

Cons: I use this for a HTPC and sometimes leave it on the couch. My kids are not real gentle with it. Even so, the keys break off very easily.

The track ball and the clicker buttons are on opposite sides of the keyboard (as shown in the picture). It would have been better if they were on the same side.

Pros: Had it for over 2 years with no problems

Cons: no cons

Other Thoughts: I just spilt a lot of milk on it, and it still works. So I know two things 1) Don't keep beverages close to electronics 2) This is a great keyboard

Pros: Trackball is very natural and easy to use. Almost no learning curve at all.
The keyboard was smaller than i expected.
Media controls a nice bonus.
The design is neat and unique.
Not really anything missing from this.

Cons: If juggled around the trackball will move and therefor move the mouse.
Not a problem so far, but i feel like it might cause issues in the future.

Other Thoughts: Back-lit/illuminated keys would make this an amazing keyboard.
A way to disable the trackball would be nice, since I'll probably be paring this with my wireless G700 mouse most of the time.

Pros: running for 8 months without a problem. do a great job.
will take the same if a change is needed

Cons: my daughter took a key but it's more her fault than a keyboard's weakness...

Pros: Intuitive Mouse/Keyboard combo (use mouse while holding board)
Great battery life
Easy for the whole house to use

Cons: The mouse ball is somewhat loose, must maintain contact on the bottom.

Other Thoughts: Been in constant use 2+ years by whole family. Everyone likes it.