Apple Magic Keyboard 2, (Wireless) Silver (QWERTY English) (Renewed)

This keyboard is the best Apple keyboard out there for me. Recently there’s been an updated version out with Touch ID, but I found that newer keyboard to be less ergonomic and less comfortable than this one after testing side-by-side in the Apple store. Here are some things I noticed: Actuation: The newer keyboard’s key travel is “clickier” than this slightly older version, which likens itself more to the very unpopular, unreliable, and provenly-worse butterfly keys on the 2017 MacBooks. On this keyboard, the actuation force actually feels more evenly balanced: not mushy, with the perfect amount of tactile feedback. Keycap material: On this keyboard, the key caps are made out of a nice smooth plastic, allowing fingers to glide easily over the keys as you type. The new version has a grippier plastic that forces you to lift your fingers up higher off the keyboard, since it’s harder for slide your fingers around. This, combined with the tiny key travel, makes for an uncomfortable typing experience on the newer keyboard as compared to this older one. Warning: The transition to M1 in the last 2 years has caused some incompatibilities!!! Please beware that not all Apple Bluetooth keyboards work with all Apple devices (this is at least what the Apple employee told me, so take it with a grain of salt). Before buying an Apple keyboard, double check compatibility with your device. Unboxing experience: Keyboard came in a discrete looking cardboard box - not original packaging, but product was like-new. TLDR: Dear Apple: if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it. The newer version is worse! Dear customer: I recommend this keyboard over the newer one. It’s cheaper and better. Make sure to check the keyboard is compatible with your Mac.

Okay this is the second Apple keyboard I have owned. The first one I got in 2010 and it still used batteries not a built in battery like this one. The keyboard lays flatter than the first one because it doesn’t need a spot for batteries. The rest is about the same. It has no resistance to a keystroke. They didn’t change the layout and it does the job. I got this to pair with a new Mac mini computer (new to me the computer was a refurbished 2012). It plugged into the back and paired right away. I can’t say the same for the mouse a Gen 1 Magic Mouse. The computer recognizes it whenever I turn it on so no need to pair it each time. It came in a nice box with a cord. No instructions, but it was refurbished, so I was not expecting it to. Plus it is pretty straight forward just throw the switch go to Bluetooth and pair if you already have the computer setup, or plug it in and it paired right away. I am happy with this buy and even if it is used it still works, but so does my first generation one I got for my iPad years ago.

I recently upgraded my laptop to the newest MacBook Pro. And instead of selling my older MacBook Pro, from around 2015, I decided to turn it into a replacement desktop computer. I wanted the Apple Magic Keyboard 2 but didn’t want to spend $99.00 for a new one. I was initially hesitant to buy a “refurbished” keyboard because, at least to me, it meant “used.” But I decided to go ahead with the purchase because I could always return the item, whether through help from the retailer or Amazon. The item arrived as promised and packaged well. It came with a seemingly new lightening cable for charging; yes, this keyboard has rechargeable batteries, and looked barely used (see pictures below). There were light scratches on the bottom, but I didn’t mind because it was a reflective plastic surface that would’ve gotten scuffed eventually. I haven’t turned it off for about four or five days and the battery level is still at 98%. I’m glad that I purchased a “refurbished” keyboard because it saved me a lot of money and allowed me to buy a “refurbished” Magic Mouse 2. I would therefore highly recommend this keyboard to anyone looking for an affordable alternative to the in-store price.

I want to begin by noting that my keyboard came with an Amazon Basics lightning cable. While there seem to have been quite a few people post reviews lamenting the fact that theirs did not, I chose to purchase this keyboard because I found that trend had been decreasing. As far as the keyboard is concerned, I love it. My typing speed has increased to about 115WPM from around 85WPM on my other external keyboard. The response of the keys is phenomenal. It requires very little touch pressure to depress the keys. Furthermore, due to the narrow nature of the keyboard--its dimensions are nearly identical to that of my 2015 15" MBP--overall finger movement is minimal. The keyboard, like all Apple products, looks great, but I am impressed with its ability to remain in a fixed position, even when aggressively typing. The keyboard is very light, and only has four, small rubber feet (although the bottom of the keyboard is also somewhat "sticky"), but it stays in position far better than my previous keyboard. The only con that I have is that it isn't backlit. I am not quite sure why Apple has avoided doing this, but then again, the response of these keys is definitely superior to my MBP, so perhaps a loss of key quality would be a result of having it be backlit. Regardless, I am happy to save a few bucks while buying a quality keyboard. I don't care to have an unboxing experience, I just want it to work, and this keyboard works great and came with the only accessory that I needed in the lightning cable.

Refurbishment: It's in mint condition. Some minor scratches on the bottom from normal use. Key caps and body are very clean. Under the keys appears to be squeaky clean as well. This unit was never used much or the refurb process is top notch. The Product: As I've come to expect from apple products, the build quality is great. Design is visually pleasing and 'just works'. Usability: For context, I'm a long time mechanical keyboard user and pretty new to the Mac world. Overall it's a usable keyboard but when you compare it to all the other keyboards on the market it really falls somewhere around 'above average for a laptop keyboard'. So if you need a Mac layout and like the laptop style keyboards and demand solid build quality then this or it's big brother really seem to be the only options. 'Reasonable' changes that I would make: * The function key... I REALLY HATE the placement of this key. The best place I think would be on the right side of the spacebar after cmd and opt or at least to move it after the control key. * The F key row is uniform and hard to navigate accurately without looking. I would widen the board a 1/4" and put some extra space between f4-f5, f8-f9 or hey who has a disc drive anymore? get rid of that key instead. If you've decided this is the style of keyboard you want to get and are trying to decide between this and the cheaper clones. I highly suggest getting the real deal. Those cheap ones are flimsy and well... cheap... Save a bit and get the refurb.

I purchased the Apple Magic Keyboard 2 (Renewed) and am pleasantly surprised by its condition. It works perfectly and looks almost brand new. The keys are responsive, the typing experience is smooth, and the wireless connection is reliable. I love the sleek silver design, and it pairs seamlessly with my MacBook. For the price, it’s a fantastic deal on a high-quality Apple product. Highly recommend if you're looking for a great keyboard at a reduced price!

I have bought another Magic Keyboard refurbished before with no issues. This one looked fine by appearance but the return button will not work. I have few Mac computers and tried on diffrent computers and same results. Took my old keyboard and it worked on the Mac I wanting it for. So sending this keyboard back. I ordered from same seller I bought my last one from. Seller needs to check to make sure the keyboards actually work. So now I have make a trip to send this back.

feels just as premium as new. It pairs instantly, types smoothly with a comfortable, responsive feel, and the battery lasts a long time between charges. The sleek silver design looks great on any desk, and the renewed condition was spotless. Excellent value for a high‑quality Apple keyboard.

Extremely fast delivery - as per normal prime. Keyboard came in a generic box but is in fantastic condition. It fully works and frankly I can't tell that it was refurbished. Makes me wonder why I ever bought a brand new keyboard. Excellent experience and would definitely recommend both the product and seller.

Justo lo que esperaba, se vincula rapidísimo a mi MacBook, fácil de guardar y limpiar.

It is refurbished and appears to work as if it was "original" non refurbished !!

Looks great, feels great, and it works as expected. It’s only a shame the UK layout was not available, it’s much better than the US.

lo compre para userlo para escribir mas comodo ya sea con mi Mac, con mi IPad y con mi IPhone con la calidad que Apple me tiene acostumbrado Ademas de ser muy muy bonito este teclado que siempre se ve fino