The Rii Mini Wireless Keyboard Overview
Thursday, April 28th, 2011It’s called a “mini” keyboard, and that’s just what the Rii is. When I mention mini keyboard, I am actually pointing to to how big the device is, as it’s not the same size as a normal PC keyboard. This mini keyboard weighs justa mere 3.2 oz., with dimensions of just 5.9×2.3×0.5 inches, while a regular computer keybpard is roughly 18x2x8 inches. It’s not merely tiny but it’s also lightweight, making it great for having around or for keeping it in a bag when you need it on the move. Typing is not hard at all on this little device, which fits well between your hands.
Not only are you able to use the Rii with your desktop PC, and your laptop computer, it’s also a terrific accessory for your PS3 or wiki gaming systems. As the Rii utilizes a Bluetooth wireless USB receiver for wireless connectivity, you don’t need to mess around with any wires, and many devices are wireless these days, making it simple to hook up this keyboard to your electronics. The Rii has the usual laptop type of touchpad, as well as full QWERTY capability. There are also 26 LED lights built into this mini keyboard for when the nearby lighting is dark. The power supply consists of two rechargeable lithium ion batteries, which come with the keyboard.
As far as reviews go, there are many on Amazon, mostly with 4 or 5 stars. However, as suggested by a quantity of 1,2 and 3 star votes, the product may initally seem great but prove to be less so with time. One observation was that the device didn’t work properly with an Ubuntu system beyond a range of 30 feet, but it was quite good within that. However, 30 ft is quite adequate. If you plan on using this keyboard for multimedia purposes then you’ll be pleased to know that there are buttons for volume and playlist control. This keyboard also conveniently includes other buttons, which although not frequently used, are nice when you do want them.
Of course, as with anything, there are some bad points. The touchpad functions rather well; nevertheless, it can be a bit of a pain in the neck as it isn’t always precise, unlike most regular laptop touchpads. The touchpad likewise has trouble with recognizing taps; nevertheless, there are two mouse buttons, left and right, which can be used alternatively. Also keep in mind that whilst it does have the QWERTY layout, the keys are placed in a grid with straight lines vertically and horizontally, whereas typical keyboards have a bit of an offset in the vertical grids. Although it takes some getting used to, it is not a serious issue.
All in all, the Rii is a nice device if you’re searching for a smaller size that also features a mouse touchpad. Overall, the upsides greatly overshadow the few downsides, and the price is superb.
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