Microsoft MCE Keyboard - alternatives?

[~Divine~Wind~]

Hey guys,

just wondering other than the MS MCE keyboard what others people are using with their HTPCs ?

Pics and model info appreciated

 

[hawker1986]

Logitech do the dinovo mini, which is a small keyboard and mouse system, a bit expensive, but seems to do the job. I just use a remote on my media centre, theres also a wireless mouse attached which i can use if needs be.

Hawker

 

[Columbo]

Im using a keyboard with a built in touchpad (laptop style). Works well and is this one.

Also I use a Cyberlink Media remote which works perfectly with Vista Media Centre.

Can be had for as little as £5.99 if you shop around.

 

[strumpusplunket]

^^ I have that Keysonic keyboard/touchpad and it does work pretty well. Signal is good enough to keep a constant connection to the dongle on the back of the PC from across the room, and the keyboard is compact and easy to use. I hate touchpads in general, but this one is as good as any I suppose.

I'd recommend that keyboard for a HTPC if you just want to bring it out to troubleshoot, update your metadata or browse the web (which is what I use mine for). It's small enough to tuck away when not used and nice enough to use when you need it.

 

[spudbynight]

+1 for the keysonic. Does a great job. I tend it use it more than the remote.