Logitech - K780 Wireless Keyboard - White

Logitech has done it again! This keyboard is the younger sibling of their K380 multi-device Bluetooth wireless keyboard that they released in 2015 and in my opinion improved upon the previous design in terms of key size and features. The K780 features slightly larger keys (a good thing in my opinion, as the K380 felt cramped) and also adds a number pad (something I missed dearly on the K380). The K780 works over Bluetooth and also can use the 2.4 GHz unifying receiver (which is included), however the Bluetooth will only work on devices that support Bluetooth smart capabilities (in other words, Bluetooth 4.0 and up). Battery life is rated at up to 2 years and is powered by 2 AAA batteries. I can't speak to this claim personally as I've been using the keyboard for about a month now (I'm typing this review on it) but given Logitech's track record in this area I'm confident the claims will prove true. I really like that this keyboard is bigger and heavier than the K380. the K380 is small and compact in comparison which is great for portability and light weight, but not so great for keeping as a desktop keyboard as the keyboard never stayed put on my desk for long. The K380 also didn't include a built-in smartphone/ tablet stand which meant using that keyboard requires that the phone or tablet have a case with a stand built in. The K780 includes a triangular piece at the top end of the keyboard which spans the entire length of the keyboard and allows for standing your phone or tablet at an angle to view use them while at your desk. The thing that really sold me on the K780 and K30 before it is the ability to connect multiple devices using different OS's. I have a PC, a Mac and my iOS devices and being able to use one keyboard with all of them is a huge convenience! I remember when I had to use a KVM switch connected to my PC and Mac... My how times have changed! Now all I have to do is pair my respective devices with the keyboard (a simple task) and I'm connected. Once your connected you'll need to install Logitech's "Options" software which you can download from their website. Once you download that you'll be able to make adjustments like re-mapping some of the function keys (at the moment it doesn't appear you can re-map said Fn keys on the Mac, but Windows allows it). You will need to install the Options software on each device (Mac and PC only) that you're going to connect to it if you plan to customize the keyboard's functionality. Also, the keyboard has dual key markings, so you'll know which key is the 'Start' key for Windows, and the 'Command' key for Mac. If you ask me Logitech is moving in the right direction. They realize that most of us have more than one device now, and they are making it easy to have a single text input for up to 3 of those devices. If you're looking for a multi-device keyboard that will remain at your desk and not move around, then the K780 is a great choice to consider. If you need something a little cheaper (say, half the price of the K780) and that you can travel with as it's more compact, then I would go with the K380. Hope this helps you in making an educated decision!

Now I have two. This thing is a great keyboard simply for typing before getting into all of its special features, and I should know, as I've spent over two decades hunting through ergonomic keyboards and mechanical keyboards and every other niche keyboard technology looking for the easiest way to type with the hand and wrist pains that I've always had. So, just with that and the robust build quality of thing, I can highly recommend it. However, this is not just a great typing interface, it has much extra to offer. It runs on bluetooth and Logitech Unify technologies simultaneously so you can connect with anything you need it to, but can have an extra stable connection to anything that can offer you a free USB port for a Logitech Unifying Adapter (which will also let you connect a Logitech wireless mouse of your choice via the same, single USB dongle). The most noticeable feature is the large tablet/phone rest that runs the length of the thing. You can easily get any tablet I know of and a phone on there, but I've used it with an iPad and a Surface 3 quite handily. The unit is surprisingly heavy and can handle most loads unless you turn everything portrait which may move the center of gravity too high in some situation. This situation would be a ridiculous over application of technology, though, as it would require the combination of 2 iPad Pros or Surfaces placed in portrait. Another big feature is the by now standard keys for easily switching among 3 paired devices. Most standard configuration would be one desktop system (perfectly compatible with Windows, Mac or Linux), one tablet and one phone, though anything is possible. I run a PC, iPad and Surface in my office, but with my second unit upstairs, I run iPad, iPhone and Surface. The second unit also serves some times on a lap desk, or even just on my lap when I sit on a couch, and it serves quite well in all those capacities. This is simply the best and most useful keyboard made to date. The only other keyboards I still use regularly out of my huge collection are a ClamCase keyboard for my iPad and the TypeCover on my Surface 3, both only when I'm out of the house, for convenience as well as protection of the tablets themselves. Even my prized old Logitech K750 Solar is sitting in a box, poised to come out as back up in case of a dire emergency that likely will never come (did I mention these keyboards are built like tanks?) Do yourself a favor ... if you need a keyboard, for any reason, just go for the K780. You may never find a use for everything it can do for you, but it types like a dream, may last forever, and even at full MSRP is one of the cheapest quality boards available.

This is a must have keyboard if you have more than 1 device. I'm an IT admin, so I work on multiple platforms and devices. I have 2 pc desktop and 1 Mac. Instead of having 3 keyboard and mices on my desk, I have 3 buttons on my keyboard and mouse, each corresponding to a device it pairs to. All I have to do is press a number and voila. It's that easy. It will take a couple of seconds for the device to reconnect. No noticeable input lag. I probably won't use this for gaming but for word processing, web surfing and remote desktop, it's fine. It even has a built in slot for your device. Also, this will content to an android device or a iOS device. I wonder if it will work on my Sony Bravia TV that is power by android. I wish it could pair up to 5 devices instead of 3. I think most tech savvy folks would appreciate that. This keyboard is heavy and it's sturdy. My other take away is the rubber slot that I mention. I have a feeling that you'll see more wear and tear there than the actually keyboard itself. Key click and travel is great. Not laptop like. It has a good solid click. I'm still learning the layout of this keyboard. Home, end Pg Up and Pg Dn are on the number pad. You do have to press the FN key to activate the specialty keys. It could be worst. I have a new Dell keyboard for reference where you have to press FN+ALT+print scrn just to do a screen print. On this Logi, it's only FN+del. I would recommend that you install the software. You can customize the keyboard a little more like lock or unlock the FN key, etc.. Battery life is good so far. I'm down to 2 battery bar out of 3. This is close to 2 months use. I expected it to live 6 months before swapping out the battery. Oh and speaking of battery, you have the option of Bluetooth or a wireless dongle connectivity. So you have a couple of options if you don't have Bluetooth on your devices. Overall, this is a well built keyboard. I could probably use this to knock an intruder out. haha.

First off, the good... Good sturdy feel, nice & quiet. Now REALITY hits. Could never stay connected to my LG Phone since day 1. It would connect for 5 seconds then disconnect (see pictures). I set it up as 2nd and also 3rd device as the option and both would not connect full-time. Wasn't really a deal breaker for me, being I was more interested in a quiet keyboard for work, however disappointed when thinking of what it cost. Then recently, I noticed when keying-in figures inside of MS Excel, this would lag a lot. When typing number in a cell then hitting enter to type another number in the next cell; it would not enter into the next cell. Both numbers would be in the first cell. As if this keyboard missed the "enter" keystroke. Then I typed it again slowly and it would work. I thought it was me, then I had a co-worker type in some Excel cells and they've experienced the same results with this keyboard. THIS straw broke the camel's back for me, however it was 2 days past the "Return date". Therefor, I'm stuck with a paper weight. Anyone who purchases this, try to use it in Excel first and type one cell at a time hitting "Enter" quickly to see if it skips on you too. I'm not the quickest in typing but it seemed like this keyboard could not keep up. One last note, if you have a phone case on your phone, you may not be able to keep it within the slot on keyboard (might be too thick for the slot).

Exchanged three times within less than 1 month, returned twice. The keyboard on paper is great. However on actual functional it needs lots of work. Multiple issues from customer support to technical to usage. Since my first keyboard wouldn't even connect to the USB adapter that came with the keyboard. Called Logitech, a technician tells me it not supposed to work with the USB adapter, WHAT really??? and it comes with it and it doesn't work. I said I read the document right in front and says it supports both USB adapter and Bluetooth. He says the documents are wrong. So of course this guy was messed up. Returned to Best buy to get a new one. The new one worked!!! yeah so I have positive thoughts that the last one was bad so I am happy. two weeks later (02-28-2018) they release new software version to upgrade the keyboard firmware. Okay, I say go for it. Half way down the road it errors out. Guess what, however many times I try it will not work. Call / chat with Logitech support, they are hung up on the fact that there is NO software update for the keyboard!!! well I am may be making this up, even when it is published on the website new software available. Continue trying different agents on the phone, finally i get hold of one.agent on the phone. After trying multiple solutions and he having to back and forth like 5 times with other superior technical folks and being on the phone for more than 2 hours, he says they may be able to send a new one. Happier. Here is link where it has even been reported the same issue. https://community.logitech.com/s/question/0D55A00007DpVYgSAN/k780-factory-default The agents have no idea about this issue. So if you do Decide to buy it remember to NOT update the keyboard firmware. I would hold on buying this keyboard till they resolve this issue. Waiting on the keyboard to arrive. Will keep you posted. so as of now i am rating this keyboard 1 star.

I average 10+ hours a day at my desk. When my old Logitech stopped working, I rushed out to by a replacement. I planned on getting the exact same keyboard (K750), but I saw the K780 and figured I'd give it a try. My first thought was that it looked strange with (unnecessarily) round keys, and I wasn't sure I would like it. That said, the ability to connect to my computer, ipad, and iphone at the same time, sounded very appealing - and it was on sale for $59.99. Well, my skepticism lasted all of about 10 minutes. I love this keyboard. In fact, I've never been so geeked up about a keyboard. I now have one in my office and my study at home. Typing is surprisingly enjoyable. No issues with the round keys. It's not as clickly as I typically prefer, but the overall experience is very enjoyable. If you don't usually go for the membrane style keyboard, I suggest trying this one anyway. I can't explain it, but Logitech has something here. Now, onto the important stuff. If you regularly use multiple devices at a desk, this keyboard will seriously increase your efficiency. It is hard to overstate how much I appreciate the ease with which I am able to operate my PC, iPhone, and iPad Pro throughout my day. Streaming videos, responding to texts, surfing "non-work" websites, and getting all of my sanctioned work done on the PC at the same time with the same keyboard. Switching devices is fast and easy - just one click. Click again, and you're back. No need to stop and pick up the phone every time you get a message. In the two weeks I've been using the K780 I've actually learned many keyboard shortcuts for ios, which saves me even more time and touches on my ios devices. The keyboard is heavy - but you will appreciate that when you've got your tablet and phone sitting in the channel because the keyboard is stable and never feels like it's going to fall over. That said, if you have a charger/stand/docking station, there is no need to use the built-in channel because the devices are connected with bluetooth. So, depending on what I'm doing, I may have my phone or tablet resting on a separate stand or charger, but the keyboard functions just as well. Bottom line. If you're stuck at a desk for several hours a day, and you enjoy using multiple devices - you will, at a minimum, appreciate this keyboard. If you're like me, you're going to wonder how you ever got along without it.

I was looking for wireless keyboard for my Surface Pro 4, which I dock and use as a desktop keyboard. It was displayed on an endcap at Best Buy, so I stopped and had a look. I liked the look immediately, with its low profile and the solid weight when I picked it up. In use, it sits firmly on my glass topped deak and does not slide around at all due to the solid rubber feet and that weight. I'd say it's heavier than the average keyboard in spite of being smaller. That weight , the keyboard's wdith and it's relatively shallow depth make it a very nice lap keyboard if I want to sit back from the desk -- probably not planned for that but nice bit of serendipity. (I'm doing that now.) The keys are a little closer together than a standard keyboard and but still comfortable. They give good tactile feedback with a short travel distance but are very quiet. The layout is a little eccentric with regard to accessory keys (delete, numlock, etc) and it does without a home or end key, which took a little getting used to. Having done so, not a problem. A great thing about the keyboard is the incredibly convenient tablet stand at the top of the keyboard. This is probaably why the keyboard is as heavy as it is, in order to provide stability for any device you'd care to use it with. It's angled nicely and seem to hold pretty much anything. I've even put my Surface in it, and it holds most securely. I have found that it pairs quickly and smoothly with everything I've tried: wireless Logitech dongle, Bluetooth to IPhone, Bluetooth to Kindle, Bluetooth to Surface. On every device there is no lag, even when starting to type after a break or first thing in the morning. Minor complaint: the angle of keyboard itself is not adjustable. It sits flat on the desk, probably to make the device stand more stable. I like this keyboard so much that I bought a second one for work on my own dime. I love using good tools, and this is definitely a great one.

This is my 3rd Logitech "gender fluid" keyboard and it's by far the best, especially cuz it has a Numpad and I live in Excel. First was k380, similar feel, and I still use it at my 2nd office. Solid & reliable, although getting it set up on my locked down Windows work machine was a hassle at first. 2nd was K810, bought it as an "upgrade" and it was anything but. Looks nice, illumination is nice, but the built in battery is a hassle and worst of all it loses connection to both my Mac and PC, randomly.Key feel was worse and it attracts dust & fingerprints like mad with the glossy surfaces. I was looking at the outrageously priced Craft as a way of getting out of the disappointing 810, and got this one instead. I was skeptical mostly of the "white tablet stand". But it's actually very tasteful, and handy, and doesn't add a lot of bulk when you are not using it. In terms of design, this it Philip Starck Classy vs Sony Practical Styling of the 810. Actually much nicer. And it paired with my Mac Pro, Dell Laptop, and iPad Air 2 seamlessly, switches fast AND HAS A NUMPAD!!! Can't believe this is cheaper than the 810 it is far superior.