(Part 2) Reddit mentions: The best computer keyboard & mouse combos

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> I am looking for a circumaural (over-ear) headset in the 30-50 euros price range (I live in the Netherlands and would like to buy from Afuture.nl or from azerty.nl with mic, preferably connected via 3.5mm but if there is a better product which uses USB that is also fine. I would like the cord to be at least 1.2 meters.
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> I dont need the best of the best sound quality, but I also like to listen to music (Electro, Dubstep, DnB and Neuro mostly) a lot so I would like it to have decent quality bass. I don't know anything about headsets, so thats why I'm asking here!
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> I don't have a soundcard.
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> Thanks in advance

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> Which xeon cpu would be a good to handle server and gaming setup, with a 2x Socket-2011-3?
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> 2x Socket-2011-3 supports Xeon E5-2600 v3-serie, Xeon E5-1600 v3 series, Xeon E5-2600 v4 series, Xeon E5-1600 v4-serie.

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> Not sure if this is the best place to post, so if there's a better subreddit that you can recommend I'll be grateful :)
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> I'm looking for a pair of earphones that are great quality that'll last for sometime
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> Budget is up to AU$100 but less would be better
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> This place has a decent range of earphones and it's all in Australian prices
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> Thanks for your help :)

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> Thinking about new computer speakers, I've had the Z2300 but one speaker is acting up and I think I could use an upgrade. I like the idea of the Razer Leviathan but am hesitant for anything with the word gaming.

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> Right now RIGHT THIS INSTANT, fuck pcs. Im trying to get BF1 to work and its been a colossal pain in the ass to deal with. i just found the latest fix for the getdeviceremoved reason error and hopefully that fixs it until dice gets off there collective asses and fixes this.
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> Just frustrated.

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> Does anyone have any recommendations for footrests? I'm using a WiiFit board in the meantime, but it feels kinda ghetto and I'd love an actual foot rest that I can benefit from. It would be on a tile floor by the way.
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> edit: I also would prefer it to be friendly for bare feet.

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> Is there any app that allows you to use your Android cellphone as a mouse when your PC uses wired Internet?
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> Every app I've seen needs both the devices to be on the same Wi-Fi

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> When playing certain games with a wired Xbox One Controller on Windows 10, I get extremely poor performance, sound issues and the game becomes unplayable. I couldn't find any solution that would fix it. I'm coming to you for help. Thanks guys.

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> Good headphones for ~C$100 or less? Heard the Sony MDR-7506 are good (recommended on the wiki and elsewhere), but would love to know if there are any better for the price!

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> Looking at getting a new mouse, specifically the corsair saber or their new harpoon. I currently use the ASUS gaming mouse that came with my laptop and was wondering if it's worth upgrading or if it won't really make a difference, both comfort and performance wise.

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> I am looking for a new mouse and keyboard, I am currently using a Logitech G500 and the keyboard from [Logitech MX550] (https://www.amazon.com/Logitech-Cordless-Revolution-Bluetooth-Keyboard/dp/B0011FQUQG) Bundle. I was thinking of getting the Proteus RGB since the old one is discontinued and like $110 - 120, and I have no idea on a keyboard I want reds or browns and I want a back light, except I don't want it to be red I, care little about RGB I would prefer a white back light honestly and be able to dim it when I go to sleep, if it ends up being a RGB keyboard that is fine but I do want a dimming function. I do appreciate any help that is provided.

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> Hello brothers and sisters!
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> I ascended last year after Christmas, I had some extra cash and decided to see what I could build as a rig on-the-cheap and pit it against my PS4 for shits and giggles. Well, it's been almost a year and I pretty much only use my PS4 to watch blu-rays now.
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> Anyway, I bought all my components on Boxing Day because of deals - I left myself lots of options to upgrade and now I want to ask : when do you think the best deals are to be had on CPUs and GPUs? Black Friday, Cyber Monday, or Christmas / Boxing Day?

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> I'm currently using 2 LG 34UC88-B 34, on a single R9 290 Tri-X OC, which only has 1 DP port.
> The question i got is, if i can use both displays on 1 port,
> toenable Freesync on both Displays, or if it's impossible.
> The 2nd monitor is connected via hdmi, which only enables 50Hz, which kinda sucks. Would be glad to get some help.

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> Anyone know why Windows is under-reporting the amount of RAM in my GPU? http://i.imgur.com/tIN9My4.png
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> [Edit] never mind, figured it out - the difference is 4 GB, apparently Windows doesn't know how to report anything over 2^32 in this particular place. ✓

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• You barely list Kodi because of 3rd party pirate addons, despite it having most of of your requests for Roku already implemented. DTS-passthru, Passworded tv and addons and able to program remotes. The library is extremely robust and can handle searching your media in a bunch of different ways including by network. The Bluetooth headphones is reliant on you STB but kodi can deal with it. As a bonus with the yatse app you can cast youtube and other online services to the Kodi install as long as there is a Kodi addon for that service.
  
  
• Complaining about the Firestick you knew it was WiFi at time of purchase so you can't knock it for that. Also it sounds like you have some networking gear issues if it is truly 3ft away.
  
  
• You can build a HTPC and a few tools on the back end to get your all in one DVR box(https://tvheadend.org/).
  
  
• You can build a HTPC or buy something like the Wetek play for OTA and DVR
  
  
• Volume control is trickier but if you get a CEC enabled HTPC or Set top box you can just use your TV remote. The simpler choice would be just turn the TV all the way up and use the STB remote for volume. There are other Devices like flirc or Harmony remotes that can also solve this.
  
  
• CEC can handle turning the TV on and off. Harmony remotes can also handle this easily.
  
  
• Kodi again can solve your file type problems(http://kodi.wiki/view/Features_and_supported_formats).
  
  
• KODI, Just because 3rd parties have enabled streaming pirated content shouldn't be held against a solid Home Theater software.
  
  
• Keyboards Logitech makes the K400 usb keyboard that will work with HTPCs and some STBs. Also voice search on the Shield TV is pretty solid.
  
  
• Wifi based remotes are nice, if you like them just find a STB that supports them.
  
  In short a solidly built HTPC can fix almost all of your gripes. Also you should really look at kodi again.
  
  >Ok, so you mention my lack of paragraph and sentence structure (although I am hesitant to admit that you are very right) and also not mentioning a universal remote (which I don't want to buy [I wanna say the cheapest harmony is around 80$], rather I want a all in one solution) what are areas you find me to be confused or ill informed?
  
  There are plenty of perfectly capable remotes for much less the $80.
  
  http://www.amazon.com/LYNEC-Wireless-Keyboard-Infrared-Learning/dp/B00U78EKM4/ref=sr_1_3?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1459302520&sr=1-3&keywords=HTPC+remote
  
  http://www.amazon.com/Logitech-Wireless-Keyboard-Multi-Touch-Touchpad/dp/B005DKZTMG/ref=sr_1_6?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1459302520&sr=1-6&keywords=HTPC+remote
  
  http://www.amazon.com/Aerb-Wireless-Keyboard-Multifunctional-3-Gsensor/dp/B00K768DHY/ref=sr_1_2?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1459302520&sr=1-2&keywords=HTPC+remote
  

Note all keyboard mouse combos use Esc for back. Need to use enter to select at main menu but sub menus the mouse select works

Mele f10
have to flip over for Esc/back button. Works good pretty accurate. Cue and rewind work in circle select area. Have to flip over and hit space bar to play/pause
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0092KDSQW/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1407764634&sr=8-1&pi=SY200_QL40

Logitech K400. keyboard/touch pad my favorite but big. Home button works as home. Play/pause, cue and rewind keys work
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B005DKZTMG/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1407764657&sr=8-1&pi=SX200_QL40

T2 Air Mouse - DO NOT BUY, performs terribly.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00DIXSPA8/ref=mp_s_a_1_18?qid=1407765051&sr=8-18&pi=AC_SX110_SY165_QL70

Sabrent USB hub, works perfectly but bright LEDs
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00BWF5U0M/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1407766089&sr=8-1&pi=SY200_QL40

Logitech N5902, exceedingly akward IMHO. Worked great with HTPC but not good with FireTV. BTW do not buy at amazon if you think you may want one it is too expensive. If more than $30 you are paying too much. Once again not good for FireTV but good for HTPC.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B005OTXLLC?pc_redir=1407493041&robot_redir=1

The PC version is far superior. Not only can you play at 60+ FPS, but the game already has a remarkably active modding community. There are a bunch of awesome mods already out; new outfits, new weapons, graphical improvements, and gameplay modifiers.

There are ways to make your rig TV friendly. First, I recommend buying a wireless Xbox One controller as well as a PC remote (yes, PC remotes exist: https://www.amazon.com/Wireless-Keyboard-Touchpad-Connection-Raspberry/dp/B01MSX306Z/ref=sr_1_3?crid=24EHCFXIQ0K9L&keywords=pc+remote+control&qid=1556655620&s=gateway&sprefix=pc+remote%2Caps%2C153&sr=8-3 ).

It basically turns your PC into a console. A must have, imo - I can't believe I went so long without one. The remote allows you to use your PC without hauling around a mouse and keyboard, and the controller works seamlessly with Windows 10.

Also, if you have cash to spare and aren't obsessed with cooling, switching to a mini-ITX case may be worth it. I recently switched to the Dan SFX-A4 case, which is as compact AND as light as a PS4 Pro. My rig is almost as convenient to use and move around as a console now. Expensive, sure, but worth it (for me). I used to build in huge cases, but they're so inconvenient.

I'd recommend selling your Xbox One and using that money to improve your PC. Microsoft will be releasing all Xbox exclusives on Windows 10 from this point forward; they're even porting the Master Chief Collection over this year. At this point, there's no real reason to own both an Xbox and a gaming rig.

Confirming the ultimate kit looks good. They'll just need a mouse, keyboard, and monitor to get going. Personally I prefer normally-sized mice/keyboards, have two sets of these that I love and work perfectly well with the rPi: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Logitech-MK270-Combo-Keyboard-Wireless/dp/B00CL6353A/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1475005540&sr=1-1&keywords=wireless+logitech+mouse+keyboard

As /u/Brillinius mentioned the ultimate kit is much more interesting and extensive, and certainly the kit you'll want to purchase. From a practical standpoint, the additional components provided make project testing / experimentation/learning much easier because kit components allow for nearly instant and effortless wiring of all kinds of neat parts together.

I'd throw an arduino nano in as well, just because all of those parts in the ultimate kit complement so well, and it's easy to run the arduino-IDE on the rPi3: https://www.amazon.co.uk/SainSmart-Nano-v3-0-For-Arduino/dp/B005X4PKR6/ref=sr_1_10?s=computers&ie=UTF8&qid=1475005405&sr=1-10&keywords=arduino+nano

It's been awhile since I've looked into a HTPC remote, but last I checked what you're looking for didn't exist.

There are apps that let you use an Android (and possibly iOS) device as a track pad, and keyboard. Some Androids also have built in IR blasters so you can also control your TV. I tried that for a bit, but wasn't a fan of using a touchscreen.

I know you said your not interested in an air mouse, but as far as I know that's really the best solution. I really enjoy my Rii Mini i13. The air mouse, and keyboard connect to your HTPC via USB dongle, and the "remote" side is IR. It has IR learning so you can teach the buttons to do what you want. Add a FLIRC to your HTPC and you can also use the IR buttons to run you HTPC.

As far as I know those are probably your best options, but maybe somebody more up to date will chime in with something better

Here were my requirements : a physical remote. needs to control the computer mouse too (I don't want to have a separate keyboard mouse for my TV). Flirc would be amazing, but it doesn't have the mouse controls I'm looking for, so its basically out.

My ideal candidate would be an apple remote with a nub mouse on it (http://xkcd.com/243/). However, this doesn't exist, so I had to make due.

I've settled with the Mele F10 (http://www.amazon.com/Mele-wireless-Keyboard-Control-Universal/dp/B0092KDSQW). I've had a ton of issues with a flying mouse, so I also had to learn autohotkey to remap a few of the buttons. I have different setups for each htpc program I use, mostly for live TV via windows media center (great for live TV via HDHomeRun). I can also fire up emulators or steam, although I don't really game on my dedicated HTPC. It also has a keyboard on the underside which comes in handy. This has been super useful when I'm trying to enter a webpage or search for a movie.

I can link my autohotkey settings if anyone is interested.

No problem! Let me know if it fits your needs. I will say that it takes more space on the screen than the widget. I can see how the traffic widget using the API key would be appealing for its small screen realty, but I feel what you get out of my solution is worth it. Especially if you do what I did, and put it in a scheduled text block set to only show for the hours between waking up and going to work (which is really the only time you need it).

First, with my solution, you see the actual route mapped out, along with the time that it would take you to get there. And it also shows alternate routes, along with their times. The widget only tells you the time it would take on one route. I like having the map, because it gives a far better picture of what's going on. My solution marks the map with yellow or red in the general area where traffic is congested. The widget only says 'moderate traffic on route' or something along those lines. I like seeing exactly where traffic is congested at. If it's closer to my work, it might clear a bit before I get there. If it's closer to my house, I'll likely have to deal with it regardless.

And it can also be zoomed into by pressing CTRL+zoom (the zoom wheel between the right and left mouse buttons). Zooming in reveals more info on the route, which I really like. I know this isn't really useful for most DAKboard setups, as a lot of people do not have a keyboard/mouse setup. But I have some interactive stuff on my page that I like having a key/mouse interface. I found this handheld setup that works beautifully. It's wireless USB. Then I bought this deal to hang it on the wall by the display. Makes the whole setup seem more 'futuristic'. I can set the big calendar to show 8 months, but size the block to show only 4 weeks. Then, I hover over the block on the page and use the red scroll wheel, and I can see the rest. It's been a game changer.

> but anybody with experience can agree that the Logitech brand is worth the larger investment.

It depends on the product. I absolutely love my old Logitech MX 1000 since few mice have ever felt as comfortable in my hand, not to mention how well it performed, and I absolutely despise my Wireless Desktop Wave Pro since it's a total POS.

If you don't mind an Air Wand remote, I bought this and it was the best thing I did for my HTPC. I still have a wireless keyboard but this is much easier for just general viewing and use. Works great, batteries last, backlight is nice and you can program the power button and 4 of the bottom buttons to RF signals. So Mine can turn the TV on and off, control the volume on the PC and Home Theater Speakers and the play/pause etc works in most apps like Netflix.

Honestly, I've just been using Windows 10 for my media center. I know windows inside and out, so that's what I'm most comfortable with. Windows 10 works great on a TV. I set the scaling to 150%, and put all the apps I use in the start menu. I'm using one of these air mouse remote things, and it's like 2 clicks, or a couple seconds to launch any app, plus typing for searches and stuff is super easy since there's a keyboard built in.

Ok, so I've now tried this app out, and it worked beautifully! Thanks so much. Reddit gold is coming your way.

Some comments for others who may stumble upon this thread:

• The Buttons Remapper app doesn't show up in the Play Store on my TV so I had to sideload it, but since it's a free app (allows for two button remaps, premium is available) it's easy to just install it on another device and create your own APK backup.
  
  
• You'll have to enable Buttons Remapper in the accessibility settings. For me, the app couldn't find those settings (likely why it was deemed incompatible with my TV) but once you enable it manually, it works just fine.
  
  
• The app is a little awkward to use with just the remote, so I recommend using a touchpad or something that gives you mouse cursor access. This is what I use: https://www.amazon.com/Rii-Wireless-Bluetooth-Backlight-RTi8BT-3/dp/B01FXDVYU8/

good call on the mobo! I was looking at it a 2nd time and started to think about how the original one has no HDMI so I'd need a video card.

Thinking about it more, don't know if I even need the Hypere212, but that's a better deal.

I'm not sure if i'm gonna do Windows 7 or Linux. Probably start with linux and see how it all works and I can use Windows as the fallback.

For a remote, I saw that someone mentioned this recently. I like that it has the simplicity that i'm used to with boxeebox but flip it over and I have the same full keyboard + the touchpad that I can use with an actual PC. And it's only $50

Thanks :)

I bought this thing to use for chatting and it works really well!! I did have an actual full keyboard but that was just too big and annoying but yeah this thing is nice and small easy to type with! It also has backlit keys which is nice for playing/typing if you play at night in the dark.

Why not get get an all in one like the one I use or this one maybe this is more to your liking. A couple more essentially identical and awkward options are this one and this one. There's more choices too if you didn't like those, take this one for example or if you just want to have some fun (doesn't have keyboard, consider it an honorable mention). These are links to universal remotes with a keyboard on the back. Some have trackpads like those found on laptops, while some use an "air mouse" (think Wii control). Some use regular batteries (AA/AAA) while others use built in rechargeable batteries.

About a year ago I started looking around for a way to control my TV and HTPC with one remote. I originally wanted to go with a FLIRC paired with a Harmony control to use so that I could use WMC (with Youtube, Hulu+, Netflix and Plex "plugins"). Ultimately I decided against it due to the lack of a keyboard. After looking around I stumbled upon these. I went with the Rii due to the form factor and the WAF.

--Below is my review of the "Rii mini i13 4 in 1 Wireless Multmedia Air Fly Mouse Keyboard (Black)"--

I am mostly pleased with this setup but there are a few kinks, most notably the battery. At first it was great, no batteries to swap out and it held a charge for about a month before it was time to recharge. But now, a year later, I have to recharge it every couple days. It still works fine but I don't know if I should buy another one, try to replace the battery when it does die, or try something different. There is no way EASY way to open it, and honestly I don't think it could withstand to many battery swaps since it's made of this flimsy plastic. Truly think I'm lucky to have had it as long as I have.

Another thing is that the buttons themselves feel indistinguishable from one another which makes night time use/viewing a bit difficult, wish there was a backlight. I'd also like to mention that I have an issue with the mouse.

As mentioned earlier the mouse is similar to using a Wii, with one difference the Wii pointer only goes to where you aim the control. This mouse works with relative motion to move the cursor. Imagine you just scrolled the cursor to the far right corner of your monitor, you can keep moving your mouse further right but the cursor won't move any further. That means if you did a 180° then you'd still be controlling the mouse even though you are now facing the wall. This makes navigation a little frustrating. Add to that the mouse's sensitivity mixed with no stabilization makes clicking and dragging a chore. Never realized I had a shake in my hands until I held this remote. I remedied this by simply disabling the mouse in Windows. I realized I wasn't using it so I disabled it.

The last thing I had issues with was that there is no real concrete instruction manual. Just some small quick start guide. After spending some time with it, I rather enjoyed experience.

Ok, so wow. Then you definatly do not need a sound card. The onboard sound will be fine. Unless you are going to spend 300 to 400 just on the speakers themselves, it will not even begin to be worth it. The z906 set will run about 340, and they should be fine with just about any board, at min I would suggest the gd65 which is about 180, the maximus gene is about 200, but it is mATX.

The keyboard and mouse, I am not sure about mechanical, I will have to see if they have one at bestbuy or something to try one out. I personally use the logitech wave set, this set http://www.amazon.com/Logitech-Cordless-Desktop-Ergonomic-Keyboard/dp/B001DJ9GOS/ref=pd_sim_sbs_e_4 it comes with the mx 1100 mouse. I paid around 100 for mine about 2+ years ago. Not changed the batteries in the keyboard once, and the mouse Every 2 or 3 weeks I plug it into the usb cord that comes with it, and charge it for about 6 to 8 hours and it's good to go, hell it is likely a lot longer than 2 or 3 weeks, I never pay attention, when ever it starts blinking red, or the icon pops up saying battery low, I plug in the cord. The battery in the mouse is removable. It is a single AA rechargeable battery. It's a pretty solid set.

Check out the z906 set and see if that is something you would like. That is about the best set I can think of that would fit into your price range without downgrading some other parts.

Another bit of advice is to use "Hide desktop icons". Mostly because all of those icons get to be distracting.

Bring your own remote. Even if the venue assures you that they will provide one, you should bring your own. I have been using a "Rii 2.4G Mini Wireless Keyboard with Touchpad,Laser Pointer with Remote Control" for presentations, and when teaching. It has a USB transmitter that is concealed in the keyboard, so you don't lose it easily. It's not Bluetooth, so it will work on PCs without Bluetooth. It's a fully functional keyboard with a (kinda lousy) touchpad mouse, and it has a red laser pointer. Its wireless control range is pretty good (It works while walking in the back of the classroom). The keys are a bit hokey, but still sufficient for typing in a URL. Make sure you buy the one with the laser.

It fits in one hand, and the battery lasts forever (I only had to charge it twice during a semester teaching gig). It does go into standby too quickly, so it's good to press a button once in a while, so it stays awake (it consumes the button press). I also bring it to tech support assignments, because I can plug it into the client's PC and move their mouse, etc, while they are sitting at their desk.

If your presentation has videos, and you think you'll be streaming them from the 'net, consider downloading the videos, to play them locally. Again, your venue might swear that they'll supply a network connection, but sometimes it is really bad. I also bring a USB drive with Portable SM Player on it, so I have my own video player, and don't have to wait for "searching for codec" in the middle of a presentation. Portableapps.com also has 'portable' versions of Firefox and Chrome that will run from a USB drive, and don't leave files behind. You can have your own browser with all of the correct settings and shortcuts, dedicated to your presentation needs only. Keep it updated separately. (note: running from a USB can make a browser a bit laggy)

Bring an extension cord. The Marriott will have one outlet in the room, and it will be too far away.

Linus Tech Tips tried out some of the Amazon Basics keyboards and mice and felt they really didn't stand up compared to other affordable stuff. I'd definitely consider spending a little more on the bits of the PC he's actually physically interacting with (especially as this build is so under budget. FWIW, the actual PC's performance should be great for his needs. If you want to keep them really low price then this combo should meaningfully improve on the basic's combo in features and comfort for an extra $10 dollars (unless he has larger hands in which case the mouse might be too small for him.) https://www.amazon.com/Logitech-MK345-Wireless-Combo-Right-Handed/dp/B00QXT5T3U/ref=sr_1_1?fst=as%3Aoff&qid=1555933311&rnid=172456&s=computers-intl-ship&sr=1-1

I have not gone very deep into this search though. What I'd suggest is that you do that yourself WITH your father as each device feels better or worse depending on whose hand it's in.

Okay I'll probably go for an Intel instead.

What do you think of this PSU? Will the 650w have a good amount of power?: https://pcpartpicker.com/part/evga-power-supply-120g10750xr

Here's a link to my keyboard and mouse: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001DJ9GOS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awd_8441wb3NF4738

I use Sony MDR-NC50 noise canceling headphones.

I use a 24" Hannspree LCD TV HSG 1074. I'm hoping to keep it for now and then get a nicer monitor in the future.

With the quality of my tv I decided that there wouldn't be any point to having a more powerful GPU than could actually be noticed. The graphics card that I have on the list right now should be more than powerful enough to play most games at 1080p at 60fps so I couldn't notice a difference. Please correct me if I'm wrong.

We love the Mi. Lost the remote last weekend and had no idea what to replace it with it with. We ended up getting this one: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00U78EKM4/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 Pretty happy so far. The mouse thing is taking a little getting used to because I've never dealt with one like this before. But it seems to do what we're wanting it to. Will report back in a couple of weeks to see if we're still happy with it.

I am looking for a new mouse and keyboard, I am currently using a Logitech G500 and the keyboard from Logitech MX550 Bundle. I was thinking of getting the Proteus RGB since the old one is discontinued and like $110 - 120, and I have no idea on a keyboard I want reds or browns and I want a back light, except I don't want it to be red I, care little about RGB I would prefer a white back light honestly and be able to dim it when I go to sleep, if it ends up being a RGB keyboard that is fine but I do want a dimming function. I do appreciate any help that is provided.

I use the Blue Tooth version of this one. I used it on my Fire Stick 1st gen prior to getting a shield, and it worked just fine (works fine on the Shield as well). It may come w/ a dongle (mine did for some reason)... but I didn't need it, and just connected to it via the internal Blue Tooth on the Firestick/Shield. Has a nice back light (important for me), buttons are responsive... I like it a lot. I bought two, 1 blue, 1 white. Other than opening the blue one to test it... It sits in a box. I use the white one pretty heavily so I didn't expect to get much more than a 5-6mo out of it, but Iv'e had it going on 8mo, w/o issue.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01FXDVYU8/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

(edit: woops.... sorry, I thought you said you preferred American ebay or Amazon... I guess I'll leave it there in case someone else asks..)

Edit 2: UK Amazon.. https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B010WMB6DK/ref=twister_B01NCVGPC1?_encoding=UTF8&th=1

I've been using these for awhile and it's been really great.

https://www.amazon.com/Keyboard-MX3-Wireless-Dupad-Story/dp/B071RTDYV2

This one also seems cool.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MSX306Z/_encoding=UTF8?coliid=I1SPVYQK6JF8WS&colid=2RAZDQ7ZYUAG6

It has a trackpad as well as air mouse support. I probably would have bought this one if they had it back when I bought mine.

I used to have one of those (ergo4000) and loved it, but the extreme ergonomics did get in the way sometimes. If you want an ergonomic keyboard that helps, but doesn't take it to extremes, I'd recommend one of these or one of these

EDIT: This Too

I'm running 17 right now with my Logitech 310. But I also have a wireless keyboard controller I use for Kodi. Makes it SO MUCH EASIER. You can get them on Amazon for less than 20 bucks. Stays charged forever and works great with Kodi. If you're gonna use Kodi more than a few times a month, invest in a separate controller just for it. This is the one I got. Not fancy, 16 bucks, holds a charge forever and hasn't broke yet.

The only gaming most people use it for is Emulators. You could probably count the number of android TV games that are actually worth playing on one hand. The geforce now thing... I'm not sure why anyone would want to do that. Even if it worked correctly, it just doesn't seem all that appealing to me.

Most of the vendor streaming apps like Amazon Prime are... half assed. Most people use it for Kodi and Youtube. It's sad that a half-assed pirate app has a better UI that Amazon Prime, Netflix and Youtube, but that's a fact.

The controller and remote suck. Well, ok, people will disagree with that if they're not power users. The Shield is a device for people who want to tinker and control their own content. If you want it to just go and don't mind someone else controlling your experience, you should get rid of it and get a Firestick or something.

But if you're really going to use it correctly you need:

• Powered USB hub
  
• USB mic of some kind, an old webcam will work (so you don't need the remote mic) There is one video conferencing app for Google TV. I forget the name of it. But with any mic plugged into USB you can hit the voice search button, speak, and the webcam or whatever will pick it up.
  
• Flirc This receives IR commands from any remote, then converts them to Keyboard commands sent to the shield. You can therefor setup anything you want, including multi-command macros and trigger them with a push of a button. You'll need to set it up though. But it's not hard.
  
• Cheap Harmony remote so you can control every IR device you have inlcuding the Flirc (and therefor the shield). There's already a Flirc profile in the Harmony software.
  
• Bluetooth game pads if you want to do gaming. The shield controllers are just too damned expensive to buy 4, and offer no real advantage. I just got 4x cheap matricom controllers and they work great.
  
• Wireless keyboard of some sort. You don't need this often, but when you do, you do.

My wife took to mouse and keyboard like it was nothing. I have a lot of trouble with it outside of RTS/MMO etc. I grew up with a controller though and she only had a few years of muscle memory to retrain.

If you have to sit far away from your computer just pick up a cheap Logitech or Microsoft wireless USB keyboard, nothing fancy. You can pull that off for under $30.00 on Amazon. If you sit closer try a wired set and it might be a bit cheaper + no batteries.

The lapdocks and such you see advertised by Razor, Logitech, Corsair etc. are expensive. Don't buy one if you don't know if you'll stick to a keyboard setup. You can get the "feel" for mouse and keyboard just fine on a plain old setup and spring for better stuff when sales come along if you want to stick with it.

For setup and end table and chair might do for a temporary/trial period. I've used a chair and living room table to play PC games on my TV downstairs. Obviously, much easier if you game at a desk.

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Here is a couple suggestions:

https://www.amazon.com/Logitech-MK345-Wireless-Combo-Right-Handed/dp/B00QXT5T3U/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1549307296&sr=8-4&keywords=keyboard+and+mouse

https://www.amazon.com/Redragon-S101-Keyboard-Ergonomic-Programmable/dp/B00NLZUM36/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1549307296&sr=8-5&keywords=keyboard+and+mouse

https://www.amazon.com/AmazonBasics-Wired-Keyboard-Mouse-Bundle/dp/B00B7GV802/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1549307296&sr=8-7&keywords=keyboard+and+mouse

I have the same brand, except on the back of mine, it has a universal remote control (infrared) so I can control the TV with it too


Love that thing. Works great on the couch.

I use one of these, and love it:

https://www.amazon.com/Logitech-920-007119-Wireless-Keyboard-Connected/dp/B014EUQOGK/ref=sr_1_14?ie=UTF8&qid=1500218576&sr=8-14&keywords=logitech+mouse+keyboard

If you want something smaller, these are popular:

https://www.amazon.com/iPazzPort-Wireless-Handheld-Raspberry-KP-810-19S/dp/B01CE70TZC/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1500218612&sr=8-3&keywords=mini+keyboard+raspberry+pi

https://www.amazon.com/REIIE-Wireless-Handheld-Keyboard-Raspberry/dp/B06X9J8NG4/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1500218627&sr=8-4&keywords=mini+keyboard+raspberry+pi

https://www.amazon.ca/KM714-BK-US-Wireless-Keyboard-Mouse-Combo/dp/B00DI79YUE/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_2?keywords=dell+mk714+mouse+and+keyboard&qid=1571968991&sr=8-2-fkmr0

Talks about the USB Receiver here. That does seem to be the easy solution, thankfully. But yea it's using 2.4GHz not Bluetooth. My bad.

I'm thinking about buying this, myself. I like the fact that it has a backlight and the price is right. I can't say I trust that Amazon reviews of products like this aren't written by a lot of people who received the product in exchange for writing a positive review, though.

I think the wood to use would depend greatly on the the design. If you're going for an all-in-one design that is common, where the mouse buttons are part of the upper surface (last link), you'll want something that has good bending/springiness to it.
There are some wooden mice already on the market and you could look at their designs to see what you like and don't:

amazon
alibaba1
alibaba2

If you want something like the last, look at the following page for the data on what kind of wood to use:
wood strength

For work (not gaming) this is what we use, but the mouse is utter crap and we usually toss it in a pile.

https://www.amazon.com/Dell-KM714-Wireless-Keyboard-5HT18/dp/B00DI79YUE/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1482732350&sr=8-3&keywords=dell+keyboard+wireless

It uses the Logitech unifying receiver too which works great if you're running one of their mice. Have yet to have any issues with the keyboard, they've been bullet proof, and the low profile keys are a great typing experience.

I don't know why but the Logitech Wave Pro I bought for $70 is now close to $190.

The MX1100 mouse that comes with it is the most comfortable mouse I've used and the keyboard isn't bad either but for price I would pass.

Yeah, it stinks. If they simply did this right (ie. remember the mouse setting on wakeup), it'd be great! But as is, it's very confusing/hard to use, especially for other family members.

I have a rii mini keyboard w/ trackpad. It works ok, but has awful range (across the room, 10ft, has issues depending on how I hold it). The whole point of this remote is 1) true remote buttons (pause, up, down, etc), and 2) a real keyboard/mouse. But if I can't get both, I'm better off having separate remote + keyboard, and only pickup the keyboard when I need to use that. It's too bad xbmc can't use amazon/hulu, or I really wouldn't need a keyboard to begin with.

My other option was a tivo slide (http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HC2XTMA/), but I think that does not have a mouse. I could try to remap things, but that would be a little clunky.

So I think I'm back to square one. Maybe another one of these similar remote/keyboard/airmouse combos, like the

Matricom G-Mouse Flymote

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00JDVYZ6M/

Mele F10 3 in 1 Fly +wireless Keyboard+remote Control Universal Pc Tv

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0092KDSQW/

I may try one or the other of those, and hopefully return the others if I find one that works. It stinks; one simple little but, but I can't imagine constantly turning the mouse mode off all the time, it just causes too many quirks.

I didn't think of presenter/htpc remotes. That might work. Something like this has the buttons I'm looking for. Great idea.

https://www.amazon.com/Wireless-Keyboard-Touchpad-Connection-Raspberry/dp/B01MSX306Z/ref=sr_1_6?keywords=usb+remote&qid=1558400067&s=electronics&sr=1-6

Yes and no. It really depends on what keyboard he currently has. If it is something like this, it is .5" smaller in width and 2.5" smaller in height.

Edit: Amazon was including total package size.

This one is probably a better comparison. 1.5" smaller width and .5" smaller height.

I just purchased a Rii Mini i13 which sounds like it might be a more user friendly version of what you were using previously. It is currently being shipped so I don't have experience with it yet, but it looks promising.

If you want as small as possible without taking up much desk space you'll either be looking at all-in-ones or mini pcs that can attach to the vesa mount on the back of a monitor. Mini pcs often come barebones meaning they do not have ram or a harddrive.

Here is an i3 nuc that has wireless, Bluetooth, etc i3 nuc

That costs about £250. A ddr4 8gb sodimm stick of ram and 250gb m.2 ssd can be had for less than £150. ram and drive

You should be able to get monitors with a vesa mount on the back fairly cheap, around £100 (like this one ) and a wireless keyboard and mouse for less than £40 (like these )

All told that would be £540 or so for hardware, give or take a little bit. It would get you machines that would do well at office tasks without taking up any desk space. With the wireless keyboards and mice the only required wires would be for power, Ethernet, and a short cable to connect to the monitor.

I would caution that you may be limited moving the license for Windows license. You may need to buy another copy of Windows for each machine but it looks like an oem disk of 10 pro is only £45 on Amazon uk.

> sliding keyboards that hid behind the screen

Motorola tried this. It.... didn't go well. I had high hopes, because I'm like you. A keyboard just feels right.

> desktop in your pocket

This is why I carry a Raspberry Pi Zero W with me when I travel. All I really need is a keyboard/mouse combo like this and any HDMI-compatible display.

DM me the email address on your Ting account, and I'll add your credit.

I have this and it's just ok. The biggest issue is trying to type. Occasionally, keystrokes are either duplicated or don't register. The mouse works pretty well though.

Yeah another thing I hope gets worked out is Bluetooth keyboard/mouse support. I have This and some buttons work but not all of them. I just can't bring myself to play FO4 on a controller.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B003VOOOKY?pc_redir=1413332688&robot_redir=1 Comes with mouse as well. Bought it months ago and love it.

I had the remote you linked, and I threw it out. I found it awful, which surprised me because in so many ways it was almost awesome. But the keyboard is missing many of the keys I would need for the command line on the linux OS that kodi is running on, it was fussy abut picking up keys unless I was very close, there's no way to turn the mouse off and so it comes on every time you touch the remote and puts a cursor in your screen, and there's no stop button. How does someone make a media remote with no stop button?!

Anyway, this isn't an empty rant, I found this very similar remote for a very similar price that fixes all of these issues. The two problems it has is that the "back" button doesn't map to the right button, so doesn't work in all cases unless you remap it, and the first button you press wakes up the remote instead of actually sending the command. So it isn't perfect, but it worked for me a lot better than the other one you linked.

As a bonus, it can be used as a game controller if you run emulated game consoles launched from Kodi.

https://www.amazon.com/REIIE-Wireless-Handheld-Keyboard-Raspberry/dp/B06X9J8NG4

The absolute tits. $15, super long battery life, can type on it too if you need, very durable, good range.

Okay, this is really sweet. Do you have a parts list? Specs? Total cost? How long did it take to make?

edit: after some googling I'm estimating the parts cost ~$150

• 5 inch adafruit screen in other comment - $60
  
• Rii Wireless Keyboard - $25
  
• TechMatte Portable Battery - $20
  
• Raspberry Pi - $35ish?
  
  So my new question is what do you use it for?

Yes those are good I have these two.

Rii i8+ 2.4GHz Mini Wireless Keyboard with Touchpad Mouse,LED Backlit,Rechargable Li-ion Battery (Updated 2017,Backlit) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00WQG6A8C/ref=oh_aui_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Rii i8+ BT Mini Wireless Bluetooth Backlight Touchpad Keyboard with Mouse for PC/Mac/Android, White (RTi8BT-2) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01FXDVYU8/ref=oh_aui_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Buy a wireless mini keyboard, they sell some that look like controllers and have a keypad. Search Amazon and you could find one for like 15$.

Edit: found one: iPazzPort Wireless Mini Handheld Keyboard with Touchpad Mouse Combo for Android TV Box and Raspberry Pi 3 and HTPC and XBMC KP-810-19S - Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01CE70TZC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_wxgDAb6ET6TY0

Depends on what you want to do. The WMR home environment fully supports mouse and Xbox controller.

You can get an air mouse like https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N0SUUZS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_WLj7BbEDT25C9 to do basic pointing in the Cliff House.

Honestly I tried many remotes and the one I keep coming back to is a mini illuminated wireless keyboard like this.

(2018 Backlit Version)REIIE H9+ Backlit Wireless Mini Handheld Remote Keyboard with Touchpad Work for PC,Raspberry Pi 2, Android TV Box ,KODI,Windows 7 8 10 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06X9J8NG4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_O.EKBbE05Q73X

Yes, the Mini Rii i8+

https://www.reddit.com/r/medicalschoolanki/comments/b1kxm7/new_friends_to_anki_with/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=ios_app

I use it with my iPad, and it works well!

I bought one (or at least a similar one) for a RaspberryPi project I made for my brother. Worked great!

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01KT2FM1K/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Looking into buying a CM novatouch barebone, and i think i found one on amazon https://www.amazon.com/Cooler-Master-Novatouch-Compatible-SGK-5000-GKCT2-US/dp/B01K8NHKQU/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1480728311&sr=8-2&keywords=cm+novatouch here's the link. Can anyone confirm if it's legit? + If anyone got suggestions on keycaps i should be looking at, i'd really appreciate it!

Best I can find new.

Cooler Master Novatouch TKL Barebone Genuine Topre MX Compatible Stems SGK-5000-GKCT2-US https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01K8NHKQU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_rW24xb5PHFR0N

I got this a while back and it works perfectly, plus it has an infrared option too which I use to turn on the TV and to adjust the volume on my receiver.

www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00K768DHY

EDIT: This seems to be very similar

www.amazon.com/Favormates-Wireless-Keyboard-Infrared-Raspberry/dp/B01N0SUUZS/

Some other ideas:

mini bluetooth keyboard for mobile https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01GCPVZDW/ for the games that support kb (a lot do)

Gamepad for games like Space Grunts and Wazhack.

We use this remote and it's awesome: https://www.amazon.com/iPazzPort-Wireless-Handheld-Raspberry-KP-810-19S/dp/B01CE70TZC/ref=pd_sim_147_3?ie=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=ABY0FPYZ286GY2PVZSKM

This is what I use. Works great for me.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01GCPVZDW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_96JEDbWQV64YZ

I use http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00BQU9NVK. Works great for me.

Maybe a keyboard like this would fit your aesthetic.

If you want genuine Topre, it'd be

• Topre Type Heaven 104 key $166
  
• CM Novatouch / barebone You need your own keycaps $170
  
  On the other hand, Chinese clones are available
  
  
• Plum 87 35 g EC / white PBT $109
  
  
• Royal Kludge RC930 RGB 55g EC / Black $127 (ship from China)

I hope this isn't an artwork, because then the artists "artwork" is worth $5k+ or whatever for buying a keyboard off amazon...
https://www.amazon.com/Impecca-KBB500C-Bamboo-Handcrafted-Keyboard/dp/B003VOOOKY

EDIT: Read title "Wooden keyboard from exhibit"... Hm....

Only way I'm aware of is to temporarily toggle F10 on a keyboard to speed through it.. adding max frameskip (f8/f9) helps as well.

'Course that means you'd have to have a keyboard attached. I keep one of these around near mine should I need it... although it seems they've raised the price from when I got one.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06X9J8NG4/

I would NOT buy that particular one, I did and it was cheap crap. the Name brand here is RII and that is the knock off. I had to return it and I went with the upgrade Here I am much happier with the name brand and the Media Center remote on the back is kinda useful too.

Again, the 2 main operating systems are free. Linux is open source and windows is free on the official Microsoft site
Mouse and keyboard = under 20£

Anyone got any recommendations for an office build?

I'm planning on getting [this monitor](https://www.amazon.com/Dell-Marketing-Led-Lit-Monitor-U4919DW/dp/B07KMQT7DB). i have [this keyboard & mouse too](https://www.amazon.com/Logitech-MK345-Wireless-Combo-Right-Handed/dp/B00QXT5T3U)

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I'd rather get a prebuilt because it's easier and more convenient. I spend a lot of my time working with chrome and having many tabs open. I've heard that it's very RAM intensive though so should I worry about that?

Have you tried a different charger yet? I don't think I've ever used the shield itself to charge my controllers. I would say you may have a bad battery but since they sent you another and it has the same problem it seems unlikely. If you would like some really good advice i suggest you get one of these.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01GCPVZDW/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1506004884&sr=8-2&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=rii+mini+wireless+keyboard+bluetooth&dpPl=1&dpID=51LyZmNzx1L&ref=plSrch

It's a game changer.

Huh, you're right!

$169.99 on Amazon

Sorry, I didn't catch this listing earlier - I hope this one doesn't sell out.

I've been using a bamboo keyboard for about a year, if you want a cheaper (though aesthetically different) option. You can get them with a wire, which is something I like in a keyboard.

Not bad, I will definitely consider that.

Another option is a BT Rii i8 compact keyboards. Like this one. Since I don't think I'll need the keyboard often. Just when searching in the App/Game stores, or typing a Username/Password or website URL.

Logitech MK345 Wireless Combo - Full-sized Keyboard with Palm Rest and Comfortable Right-Handed Mouse https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00QXT5T3U/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_rddODb6YNXN3Z

Problem solved

Depending on what you're using it for, you can't really go wrong with the Logitech MK270, the mouse is pretty small, but I've never had any connectivity issues with them, and it uses Logitech's adapter rather than bluetooth.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00CL6353A/

There's a lag on the app, and IR controllers through cec TV lag big time. I got a Bluetooth rii+ from amazon. It's awesome. Back-lit qwerty keyboard, TouchPad, and works like a normal remote too. 25 bucks or so. Make sure you get the Bluetooth one. I mistakenly bought the ir one first and it's 8 bucks to return it.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01GCPVZDW/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1487892839&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=rii+i8+bluetooth&dpPl=1&dpID=51PD4FJgqUL&ref=plSrch

You joke but...

http://www.amazon.com/Bamboo-Handcrafted-Keyboard-Mouse-Combo/dp/B003VOOOKY

Iirc, https://smile.amazon.com/Rii-Wireless-Backlight-mini-V3/dp/B006WAJ1IE works wired as well as wirelessly.

How about the Rii i8X? I'm using a older version of it and it does its job. Typing on it feels solid, I'd say its on par with the usual rubberdome budget keyboard.

I know on the remote that came with my 'TV box' there is a button that gives you access to a mouse pointer, then you just use the directional buttons to get to where you want to go.

Also they have wireless/bluetooth keyboards that you can try.

https://www.amazon.com/Rii-FMKBTL1-IV1-Wireless-Bluetooth-Backlight/dp/B01GCPVZDW/ref=sr_1_33?keywords=bluetooth+keyboard&qid=1558728946&s=gateway&sr=8-33

https://www.amazon.com/iPazzPort-Wireless-Handheld-Raspberry-KP-810-19S/dp/B01CE70TZC/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1484513717&sr=1-1-spons&keywords=mini+wireless+keyboard&psc=1

Oh yeah?

It's legit: here

http://www.amazon.com/Impecca-KBB500C-Bamboo-Keyboard-Mouse/dp/B003VOOOKY/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1409893737&sr=8-1&keywords=wooden+keyboard

I can trade you a Logitech Cordless Desktop MX 5500 Revolution Bluetooth Mouse and Keyboard.


http://www.amazon.com/Logitech-Cordless-Revolution-Bluetooth-Keyboard/dp/B0011FQUQG

What about one of these

because it's not. It's this complete nightmare. Or a variation thereof, at least. OP can chime in if he wants to but I'd bet money that's an off the shelf disgusto-beast.

Here you go, OP. Found your next keyboard

My TV remote has a qwerty keyboard on the back, so when I want to search for something or log in to an app, I don't have to press the arrows a million times to type with the onscreen keyboard.

Edit: remote

Also https://www.amazon.com/Cooler-Master-Novatouch-Compatible-SGK-5000-GKCT2-US/dp/B01K8NHKQU?SubscriptionId=AKIAJO7E5OLQ67NVPFZA&ascsubtag=659448224-26-1453918292.1480385193&camp=2025&creative=165953&creativeASIN=B01K8NHKQU&linkCode=xm2&tag=shopperz_origin2-20

most likely this one.

http://www.amazon.com/Logitech-Cordless-Revolution-Bluetooth-Keyboard/dp/B0011FQUQG/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1348016175&sr=8-3&keywords=logitech+mx+revolution

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B079L2C7J1

Source

They also have one that has backlit buttons

I use this
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00U78EKM4/
It's a mini keyboard and a IR remote so you can turn on the TV too

https://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/B01K8NHKQU/ref=dp_olp_new_mbc?ie=UTF8&condition=new

Can get this on Amazon with Prime for $169

I had one, too. I tried to use it for my HTPC and the mouse was really shitty.

I replaced it with this: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00BQU9NVK/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Pretty happy so far.

https://www.amazon.com/Wireless-Keyboard-Touchpad-Connection-Raspberry/dp/B01MSX306Z/ref=sr_1_16?keywords=air+mouse&qid=1572991767&sr=8-16

Been using these for years. keyboard isnt great at all. but is a wonderous Plex controller and mouse for youtube TV

It’s a amazon.com/dp/B01CE70TZC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_BMN1AbZE2645E
Pretty good I got the one that uses triple aaa’s so I don’t have to worry about eventual battery death

Keyboard: Wood (Bamboo) Keyboard

Mouse: Uh, Some logitech cheapie (corded) - the model number is long worn off.

Monitors: 2x Dell Ultrasharp 23" , 1x Dell Ultrasharp 27" (primary)

Chair: Herman Miller Aeron

Headphones: Shure SRH840 (big & comfy, and isolate very well - circum-aural as I can't stand having things press on my ears for long)

Mic: Clip-on no-name cheapie. Still sounds decent.

PC Spec, fwiw: Intel i5 Gen 3 ~2Ghz, 16GB RAM, AMD R9 270 2GB, 256GB OCZ Vertex 3 (maybe 4) 256GB.

(I'm not infront of it at the moment, and I've long stopped memorising model numbers of everything I own)

That's even a 'large' one (it's still p small), with kb about the size of a laptop so you can really type on it. I have one like this I use as my primary HT controller which is the size of a remote control and fits in my pocket if I needed. It's plenty good enough for everything but typing long winded bullshit.

I have this (but only just got it and my Fire Stick a few weeks ago) and no complaints so far. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01GCPVZDW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_cxLHybDT9P473

I have the MI box and just received the Rii mini i8+ bluetooth keyboard. After several attempts,pts I can not connect bluetooth to the Mi box. Box sees it but will not pair, yet pairs in seconds with Samsung TV tablets phones . No problem
Anyone else try a Bluetooth accessories and get them working onow the new MI box.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01GCPVZDW/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

In a bit I'll be purchasing a few upgrades for my set up and considering some of the issues I've been having with my wireless set up, I figured adding a good wired mouse/keyboard to my shopping list would not be a bad idea, if not entirely essential.

Currently I have the Logitech MX5500, which went for about $100 at the time. They were perfect for my initial purpose which was mainly work with AutoCAD and SketchUp. I've had no issues with the hardware its self but rather constant problems with the drivers and their compatibility with Windows 8.1. Combining that along with the lack of a numlock key (its a calculator instead) and latency issues, I would never recommend this set up for gaming... Hence my desire to replace it.

I've looked a bit into new keyboards in the past week, but my research has been limited due to being over booked between my work (80 hour weeks this month), the streams, and moving. I know that Mechanical keyboards are practically guaranteed to produce some sort of sound with a Yeti mic, especially when trying to pick up multiple people at once... Which is a shame. That's about as far as I got.