Poker II review

[PointyFox]

Just got my poker2, I think it's gonna take me some times to get used to it.
Especially using it on Excel.

That's what these are for:

[bahamot]

That's what these are for:

I mean for the arrow keys. I used to using the number keys on my laptop so I don't need the num pad

[do_Og@n]

That's what these are for:

I mean for the arrow keys. I used to using the number keys on my laptop so I don't need the num pad

You could always try this one....but it kind of defeats the purpose of having a compact keyboard.

http://www.amazon.com/Scorpius-32-Keypad-Professional-Numeric/dp/B0016PB994/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1377327552&sr=8-2&keywords=iOne+Scorpius+32

[PointyFox]

That's what these are for:

I mean for the arrow keys. I used to using the number keys on my laptop so I don't need the num pad

2,4,6, and 8 are arrow keys.

[Obakemono]

Great review!

Helped me to decide between poker II and pure pro!!

Thanx!

[bahamot]

Great review!

Helped me to decide between poker II and pure pro!!

Thanx!

So which one did you decide?

[Obakemono]

Great review!

Helped me to decide between poker II and pure pro!!

Thanx!

So which one did you decide?

A poker II, i want to try ANSI layout and the pure have a weird layout because of the arrow keys, but it gonna take me a while to get used to it 

[Lawngahnome]

Good review. Top notch pics.

[bahamot]

Not a review but here's the macro shot of the keycaps
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So ... those caps are infill aren't they?

[SeriouSSpotS]

Not a review but here's the macro shot of the keycaps
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So ... those caps are infill aren't they?

That is cool

[abdulmuhsee]

New metallic label on the bottom of the case. All the words are laser-etched. There is a lame attempt for a marketing slogan in the middle

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I didn't expect the matter-of-fact humor there, so that was pretty funny; that isn't the most terribly witty slogan, but at least it's on the bottom.  The spacebar, on the other hand, would probably prevent me from getting it.  Having random, unnecessary text jump out at me every time I looked at my keyboard is definitely a turnoff.  It's like my computer having "enjoy being unproductive for the next several hours" scrawled across the side of the case.

The marketing team must have been sitting around, "Guys, how do we make our keyboard stand out?  Any ideas, Fred?"  "Well, they pay exorbitant prices for mechanical keyboards for the feeling their fingers get, right, so why not remind them of that every time they look down?"  "Brilliant!"

[Quardah]

So far i have used this keyboard for 2 months, no sign of any issues, not wearing out at all, still works as perfect as release day. Wondering if it would be worth it to switch the MX on it but i might do that in a month or two.

Anyway for 100$ you get an ultra-portable incredibly well built quality keyboard which works like a charm.

I defenetly recommend this keyboard for anyone who needs mobility and types a lot. Also the Micro-USB interfaces makes it easy since i accumulated these over the years; now there's one permanently hanging out of my Mac, my Windows computer and Office computer, and there's one in the box. I can physically switch where the keyboard will input and that's a blessing for multiple computers, trust me.

It's now full of macros working on all my computers weather they are Unix/Mac/Windows computer. They all work without flaws. Only "lack" is that i have no clue how to call the "command" key for Mac on my Poker 2, cause Win key doesn't seem to be working all the time (while it should be the same?).

Also all the girls are on me since i got this little baby. Trust me this Badass piece of hardware will make you irresistible for all those nerdy office cock-hungry girls.

[melt]

this review kinda makes me wish I hadn't JUST sold my Poker 2 with browns.  though I have a Duck Poker now, so I'm not complaining, ha!    but, seriously, nice review, dude! 

[Dizon248]

Not a review but here's the macro shot of the keycaps
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So ... those caps are infill aren't they?

Well I'm glad that my only complaint about the keyboard has been addressed and that I have the perfect keyboard!

[stancato9]

Am I the only one that likes the "Enjoy your feeling" text?

[GeeGee]

Am I the only one that likes the "Enjoy your feeling" text?

Yes you are :|

[Dizon248]

Am I the only one that likes the "Enjoy your feeling" text?

Ripped that thing off ASAP and put on the blank space bar.

[pandaemic]

I'm somewhat newer to mechanical keyboards and I was interested a Poker II.

How would you recommend this to somebody whose never used anything other then a full sized keyboard?
Currently have a Corsair K70 and considering trading it for this.

[do_Og@n]

I'm somewhat newer to mechanical keyboards and I was interested a Poker II.

How would you recommend this to somebody whose never used anything other then a full sized keyboard?
Currently have a Corsair K70 and considering trading it for this.

First of all you will love a Poker 2 but it will take some getting used to. My suggestion is, if you do get it, use only it for a month and then try going back to your full size. If you are constantly trying to hit modifier keys that aren't there than you are used to the Poker....and you win!!!

[pixel5]

I'm somewhat newer to mechanical keyboards and I was interested a Poker II.

How would you recommend this to somebody whose never used anything other then a full sized keyboard?
Currently have a Corsair K70 and considering trading it for this.

Do it!

[Martyn.T.Howells]

Really good review. had lots helpful stuff in it as i was thinking of picking up a poker II at some point.

[saturnotaku]

This review was definitely helpful in my quest to purchase a 60% kb. The choices I narrowed it down to were the Poker II, Tex Beetle, and Leopold FC660M. The Poker ultimately won out for its high degree of customization. Today is my first day using it, and I'm really enjoying the experience. The layout will take some time to get used to, but I can tell right away that selecting the MX Brown switches was the right call. My only gripe is that the backspace key is a tiny bit rattly when I hit it. I'm hoping once I add the WASD o-rings I ordered that it will make a difference. If not, no big deal. Regardless, while I dislike the font on the stock caps, they feel spectacular to type on. This board is going to make my full-time writing job a joy.

I'm really happy with the Poker so far and have a couple custom caps on order from the GB section, along with an inquiry for a custom padded sleeve. I'm also looking at a custom case and custom USB cables. This could end up being one very expensive keyboard but ultimately well worth the cost.

Extra props to qtan for the quick order processing and shipment. It made it from China to my front door in four business days. It actually should have been five because I requested that DHL deliver it today, but they ignored it.

[Belfong]

So, I saw this Dota 2 keycap in a friend's Poker and I was drooling on both the key cap and the mini size of the Poker 2.


The space bar is ugly but my friend said it came with a replacement space bar so I guess you can always change it.

My gripe though is with the key caps. On certain key especially modifiers, you can see the Cherry + showing up as though being pushed up from below. Is this the normal PBT key caps behavior or just a faulty key caps? If I were to consider a mini, wouldn't a Leopold or Filco be a better choice due to well known brands and better QC?

[Aliwia]

Spacebar is ABS, no?

How does it feel for the spacebar not to be the same material as the others?

[Belfong]

Space bar is PBT. The same can be said of the extra plain space bar provided in case you hate the one that was installed on the keyboard.

[terran5992]

PBT is da bomb

[tbc]

Spacebar is ABS, no?

How does it feel for the spacebar not to be the same material as the others?

you're thinking of HHKB (and RF?)

[terran5992]

Spacebar is ABS, no?

How does it feel for the spacebar not to be the same material as the others?

you're thinking of HHKB (and RF?)

Topre havent found a way to create a PBT spacebar yet,  The pbt would warp would it is being sculpted

[Aliwia]

Spacebar is ABS, no?

How does it feel for the spacebar not to be the same material as the others?

you're thinking of HHKB (and RF?)

My bad, could've sworn it was ABS

[Reomero]

Is this the normal PBT key caps behavior or just a faulty key caps?

It's not normal for PBT key caps (or any, IMO).

[Belfong]

Is this the normal PBT key caps behavior or just a faulty key caps?

It's not normal for PBT key caps (or any, IMO).

Hmm... But this seems common with Poker 2.. Not sure if you understand what I described.

I quote the OP who provided a macro shot:

http://m.imgur.com/C1C3CEu

[Reomero]

Probably due to whoever manufactures the key caps for the Poker 2 in that case. I have a set of thin PBTs by KBC and there are very small bumps due to the "+" on some some keys (includes some alphas too, so not just modifiers), though I don't notice them unless I look for them.

On my FC700R though, its stock PBT key caps are perfectly fine. I can't comment on imsto/KBC "thick" PBT sets since I don't have one (..yet ), though I'd expect them to be perfectly fine as well.

[Darkwing Duck]

I have bought the poker 2, but is there a possibility to use ALT codes? I need é en ë a lot, but without a numpad it won't work. Any tips?

[ioXt_2]

I have bought the poker 2, but is there a possibility to use ALT codes? I need é en ë a lot, but without a numpad it won't work. Any tips?

I use AutoHotKey for many things: shortcuts, etc. So, it can apply to your situation.

http://www.autohotkey.com/

It is a software-based solution however.

[Calcifar]

thank you for the quality review, very helpful.