Adesso 19-Key Mobile USB Numeric Keypad with Retractable Cable ( AKP-150 )

by Adesso Inc

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 10 x 6.2 x 1.8 inches ; 8 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 9.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B0000TW3N8
• Item model number: AKP-150
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (48 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank:
  • #90 in Electronics > Computers & Add-Ons > Computer Accessories > Keyboards, Mice & Input Devices > Keyboards
• Date first available at Amazon.com: October 18, 2003

Product Description

Adesso AKP-150 USB Mobile Mini Keypad AKP-150 Keyboards & Keypads

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

31 of 32 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Not bad at all., February 14, 2005

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Zark (Seattle, WA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Adesso 19-Key Mobile USB Numeric Keypad with Retractable Cable ( AKP-150 ) (Personal Computers)

I purchased this keypad for the purpose of gaming and performing live electronic music, not data entry.
It just arrived today, I opened the box, plugged it in and popped up metapad to try it out. So far, I'm quite pleased. However, the pressure required to press the keys is about four times what is needed on a normal laptop keyboard, and about twice what is needed on my klunky, classic desktop keyboard.

That said, I still love it. I wouldn't want to spend 2 hours punching numbers into a spreadsheet with it, but I'm confident it will perform quite well for my intended purposes. But, I am hoping that it breaks in a bit with use. Also, the flat, ribbon style, retracting cable works like a charm, and it's exactly the size and weight I'd hoped (I'll post a customer picture soon).

This thing is going to be great plugged into my laptop at shows, and I'm looking forward to playing my favorite space sim with a joystick in each hand and this thing just in reach without a full keyboard in the way. =D

36 of 39 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Didn't work with MAC and bad customer service, February 19, 2010

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nerenttt (los angeles) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Adesso 19-Key Mobile USB Numeric Keypad with Retractable Cable ( AKP-150 ) (Personal Computers)

did not work with my MAC ( but it did work with my PC) . when i called the number on the back of the box, it was disconnected. went on their website and left a message for tech support. they never called back so couple of days later I called back and selected the sales option rather than tech support. she paged tech support and after about 20 seconds of trouble shooting, he just transferred me to the RMA department. Clearly , he must get these calls all day long !!!! The RMA guy said he would send me a call tag to return the unit and to send him an email with my info. then he sends back an email saying to contact the seller ( amazon) instead. he outright lied to me. all i can hope is that other potential MAC users read this review and they DON'T BUY THIS KEYPAD. Actually, I would never buy a product from Adesso again.
thank you

update: March 8 . Adesso issued an RMA after all ( coincidentally after I posted this review). And then they never send me a replacement after numerous phone calls and emails. AFter a little bit of hassle, Amazon kindly sent me a replacement. Unfortunately the replacement did the EXACT same thing as the first unit I received. So I guess that the Adesso keypad just doesn't work with mac 10.5 even though Adesso claims it does. I would say Adesso has some of the worst customer service I have encountered. Thank g*d Amazon came to the rescue with their excellent customer service!

17 of 19 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Slim, sturdy, multiplatform goodness, March 1, 2007

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JR - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Adesso 19-Key Mobile USB Numeric Keypad with Retractable Cable ( AKP-150 ) (Personal Computers)

I bought the adesso keypad with intent to use it with Mac OSX and windows XP. The device works flawlessly, I couldn't be happier. Plus it is a well built, sturdy design, and doesn't take up too much space/weight. The retractable cord is a great space saver for storing, but like all retractable usb cables, I can't help but worry a bit about it's durability. All in all though, the adesso keypad is an excellent buy.