I ordered the Apollo - RK-9100xRBR with Cherry MX Browns for $79.99 less $50 rebate.
Got it in 2 days. So far so good. Software looks good for macros, but zero LED customization capabilities compared to my son's G.SKILL RIPJAWS KM780.
For what I want it for, it's more than adequate.
For 5 bucks more, also after rebate, that Apollo model linked above looks solid. Adds back lighting and a palm rest... and uses less aggressive Cherry brown keys.
Some of these prepaid cards have restrictions that do not give you the full rebate amount. I have $2 and some change left on one from crucial that I have to buy something that isn't more than the amount left on the card. So eventually they are going to get to keep a few pennies.
Never had a problem with rebates as well. (Knock on wood.) After MIR, $25 is dirt cheap!
Do you really need backlighting if you're getting a mechanical keyboard for $25? 'Just a matter of preference for the Cherry MX Black switches. Check out the differences:
Not sure by what mechanical means. Aren't all keyboards mechanical by design? If so, then whats so special about it to mention that specifically.
Mechanical usually refers to the discrete (modular) switches used instead of the typical metalized film and rubber dome or spring setup you'd expect if not spec'd otherwise.
This allows for more tactile feedback, including manufacturer tailoring the choice of how much key travel and force is needed (MX Black vs other Cherry switches), and mechanical tend to last longer, especially from the rigors of gaming or just general abuse, but also tend to be noisier.
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Got it in 2 days. So far so good. Software looks good for macros, but zero LED customization capabilities compared to my son's G.SKILL RIPJAWS KM780.
For what I want it for, it's more than adequate.
Alas, it is now sold out!
Isn't that half the point?
Do you really need backlighting if you're getting a mechanical keyboard for $25? 'Just a matter of preference for the Cherry MX Black switches. Check out the differences:
http://www.pcgamer.com/best-mechanical-switches-for-gaming/
Mechanical usually refers to the discrete (modular) switches used instead of the typical metalized film and rubber dome or spring setup you'd expect if not spec'd otherwise.
This allows for more tactile feedback, including manufacturer tailoring the choice of how much key travel and force is needed (MX Black vs other Cherry switches), and mechanical tend to last longer, especially from the rigors of gaming or just general abuse, but also tend to be noisier.
Thank you!