Are these keyboards the latest version (2014) of Blackwidows or are they the old versions?
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I don't know if these are the latest versions, but these only have one color, which is green. If you want the ones that do change color, you're probably looking for the Chroma Blackwidows.
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The side USB and headphone/microphone jacks are ever so helpful(to me), and the key-caps are the slightest bit different ...Aside from that (and the back lighting), they are the exact same keyboard.
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I didn't end up keeping the newer version, but it seemed to be just like my older ones. They are not quiet. You can hear the keys being pressed. I didn't realize how loud they were until I started recording screencast videos. You can hear me typing very clearly in the audio. There are lots of keyboards that make the same sounds, so I don't think your co-workers will flip over it.
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The one I got from this company was made on 14 Nov 1988. It was on a sticker on the back of the keyboard. I got the IBM Model M 1391401
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I actually prefer the black keyboard more than the colored ones.They are less stiff but are still large in comparison to most notebooks.The only other keyboard thats comparable to the black toshiba in terms of feel is the HP Mini series; I like the HP just a tad more, but as a whole, the Toshiba is a much nicer system!
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Hello there, I checked the back of my keyboard and it says Matias 4. So its the most recent keyboard. :-)
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I believe the older versions used Cherry MX Blue switches. Razer's newest junk uses their own Razer Green switches.
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All the drivers are up to date, and a driver cannot be forced either. I contacted Mad Catz who now state that I have the older version of this keyboard(bought from Amazon a year ago), and that there are problems with Windows 8 as I suspected. They stated they are working on it. In fairness to Windows 8, that I love by the way, this is the only problem not easily solved. Just beware when you buy this that you get the updated version. The reduced ones are probably being sold off because of this issue. I will meanwhile keep mine, just in case they update the driver, as it is a very good product when functioning. Many thanks for all of your responses. All the drivers are up to date, and a driver cannot be forced either. I contacted Mad Catz who now state that I have the older version of this keyboard(bought from Amazon a year ago), and that there are problems with Windows 8 as I suspected. They stated they are working on it. In fairness to Windows 8, that I love by the way, this is the only problem not easily solved. Just beware when you buy this that you get the updated version. The reduced ones are probably being sold off because of this issue. I will meanwhile keep mine, just in case they update the driver, as it is a very good... » Read More All the drivers are up to date, and a driver cannot be forced either. I contacted Mad Catz who now state that I have the older version of this keyboard(bought from Amazon a year ago), and that there are problems with Windows 8 as I suspected. They stated they are working on it. In fairness to Windows 8, that I love by the way, this is the only problem not easily solved. Just beware when you buy this that you get the updated version. The reduced ones are probably being sold off because of this issue. I will meanwhile keep mine, just in case they update the driver, as it is a very good product when functioning. Many thanks for all of your responses. « Show Less
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I have the cherry MX Blue version, typing on it write now, and yes... very much so. I recommend not getting the KB though because it uses a miniUSB interface to connect to the KB itself and for me that comes unpluggled a lot... I want my money back and want a new keyboard.
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I know it is 2015, but I am posting this so that others know. In 2014 Razer released their Chroma line of products that DO allow you to change the colors quite a bit. Go here to take a look: http://www.razerzone.com/store/razer-blackwidow-chroma-stealth
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I've used many IBM keyboards for the past 20 years, either stand-aloneness or on laptops. They're all unique. I can't speak for the models you listed, sorry. I can say that it's a short stroke and very quiet.
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To nagappa...I'd like to ask if the layout of the keys of a Bilingual keyboard any different from the American standard keyboard? Basically, what I'm really trying to say is--do they have the exact layout? Please, let me know. Thank you.
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the one I am using is the new version. The new one has a plastic protective on the clickable area. Whereas the one one doesn't and "Application Switcher" button on top of the old version is black color.
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I agree. I bough the black model and the keyboard is great! Plenty of size. In fact I'm typing this post off of my nb205-210 right now. I prefer the look of this computer over the more expensive -310 version. This model is a no brainer if you don't need wifi. That is why I got this model. You will be happy with this keyboard, works great!
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I believe the black sets are an older model. I absolutely love them. The Bluetooth range is awesome. Sound is precise and clear. Good luck, CALIN
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I should answer this as "i don't know." However, I have sort of figured out that they correspond to a Mac keyboard, which I am not familiar with. I will do some research.
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No they are not. They are also not "clicky" they are somewhat "spongey" feeling, I had to return mine as whenever I hit the Space bar it also activated "+" which had bad results when typing ANYTHING!