Apple Wireless Magic Keyboard 2, Silver (MLA22LL/A) - (Renewed)

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I had to return this. Did not hold a charge after charging for 24hrs. Only worked while plugged into the computer via lightning cable. As soon as unplugged, it would go dead. Also, it didnt come with a charging cable although the description says "The product ships with relevant accessories."

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I ordered this keyboard for my office - I also own Apples last wireless keyboard (Third Generation (Model No. A1314), 2009, 2 AA batteries). I am a long time Apple user so I knew what I was expecting out of this product, but I took a chance ordered the Refurbished keyboard. I did this primarily because I like to buy recycled goods whenever possible, and also to save me a little money ($79.99 vs. $99.99 new). I read several reviews and the general consensus on the Refurbished product was about 75% good / 25% not so good. My product arrived in pristine condition with a 65% charge. There were no protective decals on the surface but it did come in a sealed, fitted plastic bag with an "Amazon Refurbished Product" card inside. Have been using it for about a week now and it looks and functions like brand new and shows zero signs of wear. Be aware that this product does not include all the extra stuff Apple provides with new products, like a Lightning cable, stickers, etc. In case anyones curious, I have included photos to show you the visual differences between the old wireless model and this new Magic Keyboard. The big difference between the two is obviously that this one has a Lithium-Ion battery thats rechargeable via Lightning cable.

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I’m no refurbishment expert, but when you refurbish a product I don’t think you’re supposed to also recycle the dirt…The delivery was quick and arrived early, the packaging was thoughtful, the lightening cord was a wonderful surprise bonus, the setup on my early 2011 MacBook Pro was easy, and at first glance the keyboard looked squeaky clean. However, a few minutes into using the keyboard for the first time, I noticed that a few keys weren’t working smoothly. I brought the keyboard closer to my face for inspection, and that’s when I noticed that the keyboard was FILTHY. Specifically, while the top of the keys look clean, in between the keys there’s an accumulation of dirt/gunk, glitter, and what looks like a short curly hair from a part of the human body that I will not mention. There’s also dirt, gunk and glitter between a crease at the bottom of the keyboard just below the area where the serial number is displayed. I also noticed a small chip on the keyboard, but that’s something I can live with. What I can’t live with is someone else’s filth and germs. It’s quite incomprehensible how anyone’s money can be taken in exchange for this literal filth. Again, I am no refurbishment expert, so perhaps Im just unable to comprehend the complex and scientific role that the recycled gunk and glitter plays in holding this "CERTIFIED Refurbished" keyboard together. But perhaps...swiping the keyboard with a q-tip swab and a bit of alcohol wont compromise the recycling process and will make for an equally useful product?

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Be aware! This requires a lightening cable. Those of us without iPhones might not have one, and the one that Amazon throws in with the refurbished keyboards is 4" long. I hated charging this keyboard until I bought a micro USB to lightening adapter (and a bit of rubber called LightningCozy to keep from losing it). Fortunately the keyboard runs forever! I never turn it off and its never gone dead in weeks and weeks. Ive charged it twice, mostly out of anxiety. And if you have a Mac, you can see the battery level in the Bluetooth preferences. Typing is pretty easy, not as nice as some others but I bought this for the design factor! Its gorgeous, if a little sharp on the edges. Perfect pair for using my Macbook Pro via HDMI to my 4k TV. Sit back and type away!

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I paid less than buying it new, which I was grateful for, but its not perfect. If its not plugged into my computer via USB (its suppose to be bluetooth), sometimes while typing it will suddenly go all CAPS and theres no way to stop it until I plug it back in again. This happens even after charging overnight. And sometimes its as if the shift key is being pressed even when Im not typing, so if Im trying to click on something with my mouse, a block of text will suddenly be highlighted. Very strange. Either way, Im not returning it. Its refurbished, it is what it is. Just be aware that yours might not be perfect as well.

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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.

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The thing I liked was it looked new. The thing I hated was half the keys dont work. Seriously. I cannot type the letter "L" using this keyboard, or the numeral "8". This isnt my first experience with Amazon "renewed" and "refurbished" products, I am ashamed to say, but it is sure to be my last. What are they thinking? Is there any such thing as quality control in the plants that crank out this crap? And if they do have quality control - and they must! these are refurbished products. for heavens sake - I am picturing a pack of part time high school boys (girls woudnt allow this nonsense) who get into Moms medical weed every night and smoke it on their way to work. Come on. THE KEYS on the KEYBOARD are non responsive!! This would work well with the refurbished MacBook Pro I bought a year ago, which still hasnt processed "Now is the time for all good men to come to the aid of...." the first an only sentence I ever typed on it. And wouldnt you know it? The return process on the website is down and I cant process my return.

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This review is about the Magic keyboard by Apple. The keyboard is an elegant, stylish, lightweight, and long-lasting battery, which makes it the perfect keyboard for those traveling. I primarily use this keyboard when I have my setup overseas. This keyboard is not my daily use. I have others I prefer using at my home setup location. That being said, blogging requires typing, lots of typing, and the basic built-in keyboard on my MacBook Pro won’t work. One of the reasons that the MacBook Pro keyboard won’t work is because I have a stand for my laptop, which requires an external keyboard to best use it. I strongly recommend this keyboard for those who enjoy typing for long periods of time or simply have a laptop stand that requires you to plug in the external keyboard. The keyboard comes with a Bluetooth capability which syncs to your Apple Bluetooth smoothly without any issues at all. Even though the keyboard is a Bluetooth, it can still be hardwired using the lightning cable that is included inside the box. The battery is truly everlasting that gives you the freedom to go without re-charging it for months! I had to force myself to re-charge because I started to panic as if this thing doesnt run out of batter ever! Lets cover a few of the things that made me think twice before purchasing this keyboard, and that is the price unit. The Apple website has the Magic Keyboard listed for $99 which for many that are really a little-overpriced keyboard but if you view the overall enhancement and its capability, it can be argued that its worth the price time. I personally paid $47 from amazon.com, it was refurbished and it came inside a box that looked 99% new. I recommend buying the refurbished keyboard if you are trying to save $50 plus dollars. In conclusion, I have used the keyboard for over six months and you still find it in my backpack when traveling or away from the office or home.

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The second version of the Apple Wireless Magic Keyboard 2 is OK. Bought to replace a failed version 1 that came with an older iMac we still keep running in our house. THis is a well made product and functions well as a keyboard. My only complaint is that the keys have virtually no travel and are uncomfortable to type on. I am spoiled by ThinkPads and Topre desktop keyboards, so typing on this feels terrible and the lack of travel will tire your fingers out. For very light typing and basic use, its fine. The refurbished unit I received worked perfectly and was in like-new condition. Id recommend buying refurbished over spending the money for a new one.

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I will say it is overall fine. I have the older version and a bunch of other keyboards as well. This magic keyboard has much shorter travel, I think about half of the old apple wireless keyboard. But the typing experience is not so bad. My reason of upgrading is that I have to use the keyboard in a library, and this new generation is much quieter because the keyboard is no longer hollow underneath, and also the shorter key travel I guess. I dont agree with a lot of people saying this new magic keyboard typing feels pretty much the same as the older version. Call me sensitive, but I do advise you that this new keyboard will take some getting used to if you are moving on from the older version to this one. On a broader scale, the typing experience is like a 7/10 to me. I dont understand why so many review guys call it the perfect keyboard for mac. But it does the job.

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