The summary of ‘Kensington Multi Device Wireless Compact Keyboard — REVIEW’

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In this part of the video, Dave Taylor reviews the Kensington Multi-Device Wireless Compact Keyboard. He highlights its thin and light design and explains its compatibility with both Mac and Windows functions. The keyboard can manage three simultaneous connections: two via Bluetooth and one with an included USB dongle. Dave shows where the dongle is located—in the battery compartment—and mentions it uses two AAA batteries instead of being rechargeable. He demonstrates how easy it is to set up with a computer using the dongle and with a smartphone via Bluetooth. Additionally, when the dongle is used, the connection is secured with 256-bit AES encryption. The keyboard supports both Bluetooth 3 and Bluetooth 5, with the latter being the preferable option for users.

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In this part of the video, the speaker explains the key features and issues of a Bluetooth keyboard. The keyboard uses scissor keys, providing a comfortable typing experience that’s more efficient than using a phone or tablet touch screen. It’s compatible with various devices, including iPads, Android tablets, Macs, Windows PCs, and Chromebooks via Bluetooth or USB dongle. However, the documentation is described as poor and incorrect, particularly regarding the F10 key used for pairing and switching devices. The speaker struggled due to unclear instructions, eventually discovering through experimentation that both the function and F10 keys must be pressed together to switch devices. Despite this, the keyboard works well once properly set up. The on/off switch prevents accidental activation, and small indicator lights show which input method is active. The speaker demonstrates the functionality by successfully typing on a phone after switching inputs.

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In this segment, the speaker discusses the functionality and user experience of a wireless keyboard, specifically focusing on its ability to switch between devices. They point out that while iOS automatically shows an on-screen keyboard when it doesn’t detect a Bluetooth keyboard, the process of switching between devices on this keyboard is not intuitive. The speaker criticizes the lack of a physical switch for device selection and the cumbersome method of using function keys, labeling it as a poor user experience.

They explain that specific function key combinations (Function + O for Mac layout and Function + P for Windows layout) allow users to switch key arrangements depending on the operating system. Despite the lack of visual indicators when switching modes, the keyboard reliably changes layouts. The keyboard features battery status LEDs and device connection indicators, but the speaker emphasizes the need for a more user-friendly interface, particularly for device switching.

Overall, the speaker appreciates the keyboard’s design and portability but stresses that improvements are needed in user interface elements to enhance usability.

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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses the complexities of switching between devices using the Kensington multi-device wireless compact keyboard. Despite its potential frustration, the keyboard is praised for its affordability at $29.99 on Amazon, and for being a better typing experience compared to on-screen keyboards. The speaker highlights that it works wirelessly and even supports its own wireless protocol if Bluetooth is not an option. The video invites viewers to subscribe to the channel and encourages feedback on the discussed points.