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Lagslayer

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I'm looking for a special keyboard...
« on: April 10, 2012, 10:37:05 pm »

I'm looking to buy a gift for my dad. He has poor eyesight, so I figure he could use a new keyboard for his PC. I'm looking for something with large print that won't fade away, a back-light if possible, and can work on a computer with windows 7 and USA localized.

So far, all the ones with large print supposedly wear out too quickly (both the legends and the keyboard itself)), and the lighted ones don't have the large print (the primary reason I'm getting this). Anyone have some suggestions/links to what I'm looking for? Thanks :)

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Re: I'm looking for a special keyboard...
« Reply #1 on: April 10, 2012, 10:53:28 pm »

I HAVE FAILED D:

[In finding a back-lighted one anyways]

http://www.fentek-ind.com/lrgprt.htm
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These guys pretty much do computer accessories, though I imagine any major electronics store/web site would also be able to help

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Re: I'm looking for a special keyboard...
« Reply #2 on: April 11, 2012, 02:49:11 am »

Settled on this one. Not many reviews, but all are very positive. Looks practical, without any fancy stuff that would invariably screw up. Lights up for better visibility, aluminum coated for better durability. Hope this is worth $60.