Microsoft Multimedia Keyboard/Natural Multimedia Keyboard
RRP: AU$79.95/AU$119
The Good: Microsoft continues to run with its 'blue' styling for hardware peripherals with a pair of functional keyboards. The Natural version has Microsoft's infamous split, which has as many fans as detractors. The Multimedia in the title refers to the set of audio system controls on the top of the keyboard that Microsoft integrates into other products such as the Wireless Optical Desktop.
The Bad: The Multimedia Keyboard/Natural Multimedia Keyboard only supports PS/2 connectivity, which may make it a bad choice for some owners of legacy-free notebooks and desktops. Like all current Microsoft keyboards, Function Lock assumes control of the function keys, which may endear itself to some and be incredibly irritating to others -- we're in the latter camp.
The Verdict: If you use your PC for a lot of audio playback, the controls of the Multimedia keyboard may appeal. If not, the Internet Keyboard has the same build quality and is cheaper.
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