Matias
Backlit Wireless Aluminum Keyboard
Silver
Mac / PC / Bluetooth
Aluminum + Bluetooth + Backlit = Awesome
We took Apple's iconic aluminum keyboard as a starting point, and built from there.
Full-size in beautiful aluminum
Built out of aluminum, Apple fans now have a full-size Bluetooth keyboard that's backlit, matches the look of their system, and feels great to type on.
Wireless with a number pad
If you like Apple's wired keyboard with numeric keypad but wish it were wireless, this is the one to get (especially if you need/want backlighting).
Brightness control.
You can adjust the brightness of the backlight (in 10% increments) anywhere from 0 to 100% ... Hold down the −/+ backlight key, then press + or − to increase/decrease the brightness.
You can also select a brightness level directly, by holding down the −/+ backlight key, then pressing a number (1 = 10%, 2 = 20%, etc.).
−/+ backlight key and Esc turns off the backlight.
Rechargeable 1-year battery life — for Bluetooth
No expense was spared to make this the best Bluetooth keyboard possible. That includes putting a much bigger rechargeable battery in it than we had to — 1,600 mAh. That's 5x to 12x bigger than what's inside most other wireless keyboards; big enough to last a year, on a single charge.
Backlighting done right — 2nd dedicated battery
Most backlit keyboards stop working if you use the backlight too much, running the battery dry quickly — VERY inconvenient. For this reason, we have a 2nd separate rechargeable battery just for the backlight.
So, you can use the backlight as much as you like. If the backlight runs dry, the keyboard will still continue working off its own separate battery — for up to a year. The backlight battery should last 1 to 2 weeks between charges, in normal use.
Pairs up to 4 Bluetooth devices — Mac, iPad, iPhone, Windows, or Android
It may look like a Mac keyboard (and it is) but the Matias Wireless Aluminum Keyboard can do a few extra tricks...
You can pair up to 4 Bluetooth devices, easily switching between them with the press of a button, and the keyboard adjusts its layout to match each device (as you switch) — whether it's Mac, iPad, Windows, Android, etc.
Mac-friendly function keys
Just like an Apple keyboard, the function keys let you control screen brightness, volume, iTunes, and more. There's even an Fn key, that lets you momentarily change the function keys back to their traditional duties, when you need them.
Stays on. Stays connected.
Other wireless keyboards will often power down and disconnect to conserve battery life — leaving you waiting, each time they reconnect. With its BIG battery, the Matias Wireless Aluminum Keyboard doesn't need to do that. It stays on, and stays connected. These simple luxuries — not having to worry about batteries, no waiting to reconnect — make it feel more like a wired keyboard.
Product Specifications:
Manufacturer Part Number
Connectivity
Power
- Keyboard: 1,600 mAh rechargeable lithium-ion polymer battery
- Backlight: 1,400 mAh rechargeable lithium-ion polymer battery
Color
Ports
System Requirements
- Mac or PC with Bluetooth
- iOS
- Android 3.0 or higher
Keyboard Layout
Cable Length
Dimensions
- Height: 20 mm (0.8 in)
- Width: 441 mm (17.4 in)
- Length: 116 mm (4.6 in)
Weight
Manufacturer provided specifications for Matias p/n FK418BTLSB UPC#: 833742004872
Customer Ratings
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4.6 / 5
34 out of 38 (89%) reviewers would recommend this product
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Reviewer: SATEX
Rating: 4/5
Super good battery life.
February 18, 2024
The battery life and ergonomics of the keyboard are better than Apple keyboards. However, both of these keyboards that I own will not connect at boot time--I can no longer select the boot drive by holding down the option key. They used to work fine; but after I installed Sonoma, they stopped working. Both Apple Magic Keyboards that I own work fine. I'm not sure that I can lay all the blame for the problem at Matias's feet, but I would not recommend buying the keyboard for use on a 2019 Mac Pro. The Apple keyboards exhibited the same problem until I added added a setting to nvram: "sudo nvram EFIBluetoothDelay=%00." This review is from Matias Wireless Aluminum Keyboard - Space Gray.
Response from OWC, Support
February 20, 2024
Thank you for the feedback! We're thrilled to hear that you're loving the battery life and ergonomics of the keyboard. We appreciate your detailed input on the connectivity issue and will use it to further improve our products. We're grateful for your support and hope to serve you better in the future!
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Reviewer: Reviewer3096535269
Rating: 5/5
Matias Keyboard
December 10, 2023
Works great, charged up and easily paired to my 2010 iMac. Looks good with the backlight, key response is excellent. I would recommend this item to a friend! This review is from Matias Backlit Wireless Aluminum Keyboard - Space Gray.
Response from OWC, Support
December 11, 2023
Thank you so much for your amazing review! We're thrilled to hear that the Matias Keyboard works great with your 2010 iMac and that the key response is excellent. We appreciate your business and hope you continue to enjoy your new keyboard. Please feel free to contact us if you have any further questions, comments, or concerns.
https://eshop.macsales.com/Service/
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Reviewer: tom-68253
Rating: 4/5
Good Value
August 7, 2023
Works fine, not quite the feel of the Apple unit but very good value, I'm happy using it. I would recommend this item to a friend! This review is from Matias Wireless Aluminum Keyboard - Space Gray.
Response from OWC, Support
August 9, 2023
Thank you so much for taking the time to provide your feedback. We're glad that the Mathias keyboard fits all your expectations and that you're very happy with it. Don't hesitate to contact us with further questions, comments, or concerns. https://eshop.macsales.com/Service/
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Reviewer: bw79st
Rating: 4/5
My fourth Matias Wireless keyboard!
June 6, 2023
I really like being able to switch among four devices so easily. I would recommend this item to a friend! This review is from Matias Wireless Aluminum Keyboard - Space Gray.
Response from OWC, Support
June 6, 2023
Thank you for the feedback on the Matias Wireless Keyboard. We are so happy to hear that you are enjoying your purchase and that it is working great for you! Please feel free to contact us if you have any further questions, comments, or concerns. https://eshop.macsales.com/Service/
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Reviewer: JoyousOx-80411
Rating: 5/5
Great keyboard
June 4, 2023
Backlite is very good. Working at night it helps. Batterie lasts for months. Syncs well with my iMac. They want 20 words. Well...it is well made and I like it. I would recommend this item to a friend! This review is from Matias Backlit Wireless Aluminum Keyboard - Space Gray.
Response from OWC, Support
June 5, 2023
Thank you for the feedback on the Matias Backlit Wireless Keyboard. We are happy to hear that the keyboard is working great! Please feel free to contact us if you have any further questions, comments, or concerns. https://eshop.macsales.com/Service/
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Reviewer: BraveTortoise-52018
Rating: 5/5
I LIKE IT
October 5, 2022
With the exception of taking a couple of strokes to wake up the keyboard, I love it. I would recommend this item to a friend! This review is from Matias Backlit Wireless Aluminum Keyboard - Space Gray.
Response from OWC, Support
October 5, 2022
That's the way…uh huh uh huh, we like it….Lol. Thanks for that recommendation.
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Reviewer: EnergeticPelican-85473
Rating: 5/5
The new Keyboard is awesome. Thanks
June 10, 2022
The new Keyboard is awesome. Thanks I would recommend this item to a friend! This review is from (*) Matias Backlit Wireless Aluminum Keyboard - Space Gray *New, Open Box*.
Response from OWC, Support
June 10, 2022
Thank you for your review! Glad to hear your keyboard is working for you!
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Reviewer: GeoMetro1
Rating: 2/5
Quits working for no real reason!
March 22, 2022
I have had to reinstall this product twice and I have no reason why. If someone can call me. ***-***-**** Thank You! This review is from Matias Backlit Wireless Aluminum Keyboard - Space Gray.
Response from OWC, Support
March 24, 2022
Thank you for reaching out. A member of our team will be reaching out via phone or email to help assist with this. Anytime you have any issues, please don't hesitate to reach out to us directly.
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Reviewer: GoodPanda-66290
Rating: 5/5
matias wireless
February 19, 2022
a great keyboard, great bluetooth connection, excellent. I would recommend this item to a friend! This review is from Matias Wireless Aluminum Keyboard - Space Gray.
Response from OWC, Support
February 21, 2022
Thank you for providing us with your feedback! If further assistance is needed, please feel free to reach out to our support team.
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Reviewer: BlueTiger-72842
Rating: 5/5
Works perfect
October 21, 2021
I use this keyboard for my music studio and it allows me to move around the room. I would recommend this item to a friend! This review is from Matias Wireless Aluminum Keyboard - Silver.
Response from OWC, Support
October 21, 2021
Hey thank you so much BlueTiger-72842 for taking the time to leave your review. We are glad that the keyboard has met your expectations. Please feel free to contact us if you have any further questions, comments, or concerns.
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Thanks for choosing OWC, and have a great day!
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Reviewer: Peg in Chicago
Rating: 2/5
Full charge doesn't even last a month
September 17, 2021
I ordered this keyboard a month ago, and expected nothing more than that it would work as advertised. Until this morning, I liked it a lot. Smooth key action, easy Bluetooth pairing, what's not too like. The advertised 1600-hour use from a full charge... no. I use my keyboard around 5 hours per day; a 1600-hour charge life should mean that I get about 320 days out of one charge. I didn't even get 30. Even if the keyboard was left on all the time (it's not), I should get about twice as many days out of one charge.
Another thing - there's supposed to be a red light that comes on when it needs a charge. Nope; it just stops dead.
I'm debating returning it. Any suggestions for a keyboard that does what it says it does? This review is from Matias Wireless Aluminum Keyboard - Silver.
Response from OWC, Support
September 17, 2021
Hi Peg! I'm sorry to hear that you're having trouble with the Matias Wireless Aluminum Keyboard that you purchased from OWC. Matias lists the uninterrupted typing time as "533 to 1,600 hours between charges (varies depending on typing speed, indicator lights, etc.)" https://www.matias.ca/aluminum/wireless/ Have you reached out directly to Matias with your question? https://matias.ca/contact/
Verified Buyer
Reviewer: SparklingBuffalo-79675
Rating: 5/5
Sweet!
May 26, 2021
Great product. Better than I expected. I would recommend this item to a friend! This review is from Matias Wireless Aluminum Keyboard - Silver.
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Reviewer: CuriousReindeer-42779
Rating: 5/5
Matias Backlit Wireless Aluminum Keyboard - Space Gray
April 25, 2021
A solid keyboard connects well to other devices. Would buy again I would recommend this item to a friend! This review is from Matias Backlit Wireless Aluminum Keyboard - Space Gray.
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Reviewer: AnxiousFerret-75793
Rating: 5/5
I love it.
April 24, 2021
I love it. I should never bought the unlighted one ( which is also very nice) in the first place. I would recommend this item to a friend! This review is from Matias Backlit Wireless Aluminum Keyboard - Space Gray.
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Reviewer: Uhmorphous
Location: US
Experience Level: Power User
Owned Product: less than a month
Rating: 5/5
100% Accuracy, 0% Latency
September 12, 2020
I've been using Apple keyboards exclusively and decided to try this keyboard primarily because of the backlighting, fast switching, and dual battery feature, and the fact that it's aluminum and is very similar in design to the Apple keyboard.
SPEED, ACCURACY, LATENCY: After speed and accuracy testing, I found that, after getting used to the slight difference in tactile feel and response, my results were similar to that of my Apple keyboards:
Average Speed: 145wpm Accuracy: 100%
I experience zero latency on two different computers, an iPad Pro, and an iPhone. It takes approximately 2-4 seconds to complete the fast switch between devices.
The backlighting is awesome. Ten settings from very subtle to bright enough to use comfortably in the dark.
MEASUREMENT/SPACING: I've measured the size of keys and the space between, and the spacing of the main keys (distance between fingers) is the same as on an Apple keyboard. The individual keys are slightly narrower than the Apple ones, but fingers land in the same place and space; I wouldn't have noticed it if I hadn't measured.
Keys along the right side like delete, return, right shift, and right control are all a bit wider, or I would call them more generous. Since the length doesn't affect touch keyboarding in any way, it's actually quite nice. The fn modifier keys along the top are aligned slightly differently with the number keys below, but since I'm usually looking at those keys when using them, it doesn't appear to be an issue.
COMPARISON TO APPLE KEYBOARD: The keyboard mechanism/response is not as quiet or "tight," so I initially felt a little off, almost like I had to work harder. But that dissipated as I became more accustomed to the keyboard feel and response.
It looks very similar to the Apple wireless extended keyboard; the aluminum gives it a solid feel.
All in all, I'm very pleased with this keyboard, and look forward to using it for work and personal use.
I would recommend this item to a friend! This review is from Matias Backlit Wireless Aluminum Keyboard - Space Gray.
Verified Buyer
Reviewer: MikeR1
Location: LA, CA
Age: Over 65
Experience Level: Power User
Owned Product: 3-4 months
Rating: 5/5
Matias Keyboard
September 2, 2020
Nice action. Still getting used to it I would recommend this item to a friend!
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Reviewer: ZeldaTDogge
Location: Reno
Age: 55-65
Experience Level: IT Professional
Owned Product: less than a month
Rating: 5/5
The bomb
August 25, 2018
Best Mac keyboard ever. Do not hesitate. Buy it. I would recommend this item to a friend! This review is from Matias Backlit Wireless Aluminum Keyboard - Space Gray.
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Reviewer: Wakki
Location: Queensland Australia
Age: 55-65
Experience Level: Home User
Owned Product: less than a month
Rating: 5/5
Very good alternative to the Apple Keyboard
April 19, 2018
After several days of using this keyboard I have found it to be an excellent product. If you are looking for an alternative to the wireless Apple keyboard, this is the one to get. The backlight feature is also helpful in certain lighting conditions. I would recommend this item to a friend! This review is from Matias Backlit Wireless Aluminum Keyboard - Space Gray.
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Reviewer: RobertS
Location: San Pedro, CA
Age: 55-65
Experience Level: Power User
Owned Product: 1-3 months
Rating: 5/5
Very nice
April 5, 2018
Replacing my wired apple extended. Nice quality, very similar set-up to apple's -- Key action just slightly different. Nice to use with mac, ipad and a pc. The f16 - f19 keys are used for bluetooth device switching. I had some macros set-up on those keys that had to be re-mapped. Would highly recommend to people needing an extended keyboard. I would recommend this item to a friend! This review is from Matias Wireless Aluminum Keyboard - Silver.
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Reviewer: 14642
Location: Ann Arbor MI
Age: 55-65
Experience Level: Power User
Owned Product: 1-3 months
Rating: 5/5
Great keyboard
March 25, 2018
Terrific keyboard. Comfortable and intuitive keys with good tactile feedback. The backlight is a great feature and works well. Highly recommended. I would recommend this item to a friend! This review is from Matias Backlit Wireless Aluminum Keyboard - Space Gray.
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Reviewer: dldean
Location: Boise, Idaho
Age: 55-65
Experience Level: IT Professional
Owned Product: less than a month
Rating: 5/5
A great keyboard
February 1, 2018
I spilled coffee on my trusty mac wired keyboard. Time to get a new keyboard. I tried a cheap $30 keyboard but did not like the way the keys were shaped or the way they worked. Matias to the rescue. I got a wireless bluetooth Matias keyboard with a layout just like my old mac keyboard but with improved key action and a wireless connection to boot. What a great deal! I would recommend this item to a friend! This review is from Matias Wireless Aluminum Keyboard - Silver.
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Reviewer: MJBTrombone
Location: Central PA
Age: 55-65
Experience Level: Home User
Owned Product: 1-3 months
Rating: 5/5
Very Nice Keyboard
January 17, 2018
I needed a good replacement keyboard. I wore out two apple keyboards on two separate computers and decided to spend the money to get a really good one, though I think the wired keyboards from apple are also nice. Also, need the numeric pad. Don't really care about the bluetooth part. This keyboard is worth the money. It has a feature where you can connect to multiple devices. There are four extra buttons. You push one, and you're connected to another device i.e. one for your main computer and one for your iPad. I suppose you could take it from home to work and use it because it's so nice. I would recommend this item to a friend! This review is from Matias Wireless Aluminum Keyboard - Space Gray.
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Reviewer: Robsta
Location: Lexington, KY
Age: 55-65
Experience Level: Power User
Owned Product: 1-3 months
Rating: 5/5
Better alternative to Apple Wireless Keyboard
December 21, 2017
Its good to know that we have a better alternative to the Apple wireless keyboard. This device can hook up to 4 different BT devices with separate buttons for each, ~and~ it gives you a full set of F keys to boot! Rechargeable battery instead of stupid replaceable batteries. I would recommend this item to a friend! This review is from Matias Wireless Aluminum Keyboard - Silver.
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Reviewer: EeeVee
Location: Cuyahoga Falls OH
Age: Over 65
Experience Level: Home User
Owned Product: 1-3 months
Rating: 5/5
FUNCTIONAL WITH IMPRESSIVE PACKAGING
December 18, 2017
Keyboard worked well right out of box (it had a small charge in the battery upon delivery). After charging for about 5 hours, the unit immediately connected to my MacBook Pro (late 2011) running El Capitan.
I was especially impressed with the product's packaging. Had I not known it was a non-Apple product, I would have guessed it was from Apple. This box even comes with a carrying handle.
I would recommend this item to a friend! This review is from Matias Wireless Aluminum Keyboard - Silver.
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Reviewer: Verbcrunch
Location: Boston
Age: 45-54
Experience Level: Power User
Owned Product: 1-3 months
Rating: 5/5
4 buttons to choose device - brilliant !
November 2, 2017
Great keyboard so far ! Love the feel, connects instantly. I bought two. I would recommend this item to a friend! This review is from Matias Wireless Aluminum Keyboard - Space Gray.