Logitech Solar-Powered Wireless Bluetooth Keyboard K760

By Paul B. Wordman on June 15, 2012 · 12:27 pm

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Logitech Wireless Solar Keyboard K760[/caption]

Yes, it is correct that the Logitech Wireless, Solar Keyboard K760 is designed for iPhone, Mac, and iPad products. The K760 does in fact work with at least some Windows-based computers, as well as Android devices. One look at it, and its Apple-like appearance is obvious. It also seems very likely that a fully PC-friendly version will be released in the foreseeable future; otherwise Logitech would seem to be in need of counseling. Several of the key attributes would be the same, and it's worthy of a quick look.

Key Attributes of the K760 Keyboard

Number one on the Logitech Wireless, Solar Keyboard K760 hit parade is its ability to simultaneously pair up to three devices. It switches seamlessly among them with a push of a button, with no need to disconnect from one device and then reconnect to another. That button, depending on which device you are selecting, will be one of the F1, F2, or F3 keys. Switching among devices occurs instantaneously.

The second most notable characteristic of the K760 is the fact that it is a solar-powered keyboard, and can become fully charged even by low levels of ambient light, such as a lamp. Once its internal battery is fully charged, Logitech claims it will continue working for three months of eight-hour days, even if it is kept in the dark for that entire time.

Key trait number three is the layout of dedicated Mac-specific keys, such as eject, brightness, and command. The keys are concave in shape to assist typing speed and accuracy, and also designed to be reasonably quiet.

A fourth characteristic is its appearance, which is decidedly Apple-esque, slim, and minimalist. Made of plastic, it nevertheless seems sturdy, with white, island-style keys set into a platinum-colored, silver-flake case. The solar-panel is positioned horizontally above the keys, at the top of the keyboard.

Features five, six, and seven are environmental in nature. The box is fully recyclable. The solar-cells will help keep batteries out of landfills, and the plastic is free of PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride).

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Logitech Wireless Solar Keyboard K750[/caption]

What's Missing?

The Logitech Bluetooth, Solar Keyboard K760 does not have a dedicated numeric keypad, which is included on the K750 made for PCs. Also missing-in-action on the K760, are full-sized function, arrow, forward, end, home, page up, and page down keys. The keys are not back-lit. The angle of the K760 is not adjustable.

Expect to pay about US-$80, and watch for a PC version to be released.