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Lenovo - ThinkPad TrackPoint Keyboard II (US English) - Wired/Wireless Connectivity - Bluetooth - 2.40 GHz - USB Type A - Black
Average customer rating
4.5
(614 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 614 reviews
5 Stars
420
4 Stars
125
3 Stars
28
2 Stars
16
1 Star
25
89%of customers recommend this product.
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Customer Reviews for Lenovo - ThinkPad TrackPoint Keyboard II (US English) - Wired/Wireless Connectivity - Bluetooth - 2.40 GHz - USB Type A - Black
Posted by: Dunn Howell
from VA
Verified Purchase:Yes
Overall a great keyboard. It will be perfect if making it more Mac compatible with a Mac driver update
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Posted by: Franny82
from New York
Verified Purchase:Yes
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Amazing keyboard! I owned the previous model but this is much greater improvement in terms of tactile experience. I love the way it feels and it is super easy to carry around. The use of the usb dongle and usb-c support are great additions too.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
3
One big step forward; many small steps backward
on July 20, 2020
Posted by: regexnerd
from New York, NY
Verified Purchase:Yes
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I was initially excited about the Thinkpad Trackpoint Keyboard II because I used its predecessor (the ThinkPad Compact Bluetooth Keyboard with TrackPoint) for ~4 years and still continue to do so.
The major upgrade to this keyboard over its predecessor is that it has both Bluetooth (technically Bluetooth Low Energy [BLE]) connectivity and a 2.4GHz USB-A driven connection. This is good because the range/latency of the 2.4G connection is significantly superior to that of Bluetooth. Its predecessor could not be used for couch-gaming or work without loss of keystrokes; this keyboard can.
A minor upgrade is that the F1-F12 keys are now grouped in three sets of four keys.
However, there are many small downsides to this version:
1. The FnLock function is reversed. In its predecessor, FnLock OFF meant that the F1-F12 keys performed the usual application/OS-specific functions, whereas FnLock ON meant that keystrokes would adjust volume/brightness/etc. In this keyboard, it's the reverse. This is annoying because the FnLock button now has a LED light as well. So, if one needs to refresh a page (F5) or rename a file (F2), one needs to have FnLock and its light on, thereby draining battery life faster.
2. The TrackPoint buttons are all completely horizontal and at the same elevation, so it's hard to know which one would be pressed without actually looking down. This keyboard's predecessor had pronounced differences in elevation between the left, middle, and right buttons. The middle button's bumps that were significant on this keyboard's predecessor are barely tactile, further compounding the issue.
3. The TrackPoint buttons have a very superficial depth compared to its predecessor. This makes them feel atrocious when depressing them, given the lack of tactile feedback.
4. The edges around the Left Ctrl, Escape, and Delete keys are more pronounced. This makes this keyboard feel less sleek compared to its predecessor.
5. The PgUp/PgDn keys are smaller and further separated from the left/right arrow keys as compared to its predecessor.
6. This keyboard weighs ~100 grams more than its predecessor. That's around 25% more. Hopefully the increased weight is accounted for with a bigger battery.
Overall, based on the differences between this keyboard and its predecessor, I would hazard to say that this keyboard is not a very good choice for an IT professional in an office environment. However, it is perfect for a home theater PC (HTPC) setup.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Response from lenovo.comBy Adrian_Lenovo, Customer Service, July 23, 2020
Lenovo appreciates all feedback and thank you for taking the time to rate and review our product! We want our customers to have a superb experience as you help us to continually evaluate our current products and services, and if necessary, change to meet your needs better. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Very Respectfully,
Adrian_Lenovo
Very Respectfully,
Adrian_Lenovo
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Posted by: PINMO
from Marshfield, MO
Verified Purchase:Yes
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I am enjoying my keyboard as it is the same is the one I have on my laptop. I have connected this to my desktop pull-out drawer. It fits so much better than the huge keyboard I had, and I do not need a number pad, so I don't need the extra section. I love the feel of the keys and I don't have to adjust my brain to use keys that are placed differently from my laptop.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Posted by: Quarmire
from Memphis, TN
Verified Purchase:Yes
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This wireless keyboard feels great, and it is slim enough to bring along vs a mechanical keyboard. The battery life spec is impressive. It is holding up pretty well so far.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Posted by: Bill in KS
from Kansas
Verified Purchase:Yes
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Great keyboard. Wish they offered a backlit option.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Posted by: MG73
Verified Purchase:Yes
Love the size and how compact the keyboard is. The keystrokes are clean and even as you type.
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Posted by: Thomas800
Verified Purchase:Yes
The build quality is very good. It is heavier and sturdier than the previous model.
Having three ways of connecting to a PC Is great (wired, 2.4GHz, Bluetooth). You can even operate your iPhone.
There are two caveats here.
1 Center button. The physical design has been changed. Hard to locate just by touching with fingers because all the three buttons are flat. Lenovo should definitely revert the design.
2 Leg design not improved. It is well known that the legs have design flaws which may lead to breakage due to stress concentration. So I don’t recommend this to hard typists.
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