Review on Microsoft N9Z-00003 Wireless All-in-One Media Keyboard - Canadian French (QWERTY) by Wiktor Jak ᠌

Name: Microsoft N9Z-00003 Wireless All-in-One Media Keyboard - Canadian French (QWERTY)
Item: Microsoft N9Z-00003 Wireless All-in-One Media Keyboard - Canadian French (QWERTY)
Rating: 5

July 10, 2023

Wonderful quality, one hundred percent satisfied!

The product is a middle ground; the multimedia gadget is noticeably sharp. Only the rightmost Fn key can be used to enter special character combinations. The touch, though, is unparalleled.
This keyboard will not satisfy you if you: type a lot, are used to doing multiple tasks with the press of a single key, use specialized software that necessitates the use of a keyboard, and are searching for a replacement for the normal keyboard. The functionality is not sufficient for pleasant long-term work, despite the outstanding craftsmanship. However, you won't find a more convenient solution if you need a "typewriter" for occasional typing (like email) or a compact solution to operate your media center or TV.

Overall, a fantastic two-in-one device; the purchase was influenced by the colorful characters, the small size, and the responsive touchscreen.

Pros

Well put together; sturdy plastic; no jiggling or creaking. The keys move very smoothly and softly, making typing a pleasure. Reviews frequently draw parallels to laptops, but I wouldn't say the keys appear like those on a laptop in the affordable to moderate range, which is what I had to use. The touchpad's controls are responsive and reliable. It's so relaxing to use that after nearly six months, we stopped picking up the mouse. Neither the touchpad nor the keys lost their protective layer during this period. Lightweight for its size, but nevertheless quite substantial. There are a lot of shortcuts, mostly for media playback. The year 2022 is clearly visible in low light because to the blue ink used for the lettering. There is an on/off switch, however it is rarely necessary because the keyboard will power down after a period of inactivity. To wake up from sleep, press any key. Even if the lid is opened (which is theoretically excluded because the lid is fastened very tightly), the receiver cannot fall out of its socket because it is magnetized. Reception of signals is reliable; no issues were detected at distances of 2 meters or less. The receiver in this setup "looks" at the wall, while the system unit is enclosed in a bedside table. Powered by batteries rather than an internal battery means that servicing and replacing it are more simpler. The batteries are Duracell and I still haven't changed them after five months. Windows 10 was completely plug-and-play; the operating system automatically located and installed the necessary driver. The holes serve as drains. Excellent gift presentation packaging.

Cons

Mouse and Keyboard Control Center, the shady manufacturer-supplied extra. Some specialized keys that had been functioning OK prior to installation began to malfunction afterward. The device was uninstalled without remorse because, in theory, it was of little utility because to its restricted configuration options (just 3 keys above the touchpad could be reassigned). By default, F1 through F12 operate in a "quick access" mode that deviates from the norm. To force a browser refresh, then, hit not F5 but Fn + F5. So it goes for any permutation. For some reason, the "disabling" combinations that are common knowledge on the internet (Fn + CapsLock) did not work. While it doesn't worry us in theory, we recognize that it may discourage some customers. It's unfortunate that the Print screen key wasn't included, so you'll have to resort to the program if you want to capture a screenshot. It may take some time to get used to the new shape. It seems little, but it's bothersome because there's no indicator for activating CapsLock. The multimedia keys have limited functionality in Windows 7 (most keys don't work). The keyboard's angle is "fixed" because it lacks adjustable legs. Due to the limited amount of keys in a combination, some combinations are unusable and cannot be used in games. The lack of a backlight is a minor quibble. But then you'd have to replace the batteries daily.