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<ul> <li>Brand new GTMax keyboard cover.</li> <li>Soft durable rubbery silicone material.</li> <li>Perfect fit for your MacBook keyboard.</li> <li>Protect keyboard against dust, dirt & liquid.</li> <li>Reduce wear and tear on keyboard.</li> <li>Color: Black</li> <li>UPC Code:088515715183</li> <li><font color="cc3300">Does not fit older generation MacBook / MacBook Air / MacBook Pro (released before June 2009).</li> </ul> <ul> Compatibility
<li>Aluminum Unibody Apple MacBook - 13.3" Display</li> <li>Aluminum Unibody Apple MacBook Air - 13.3" Display</li> <li>Aluminum Unibody Apple MacBook Pro - 15.4" Display</li> </ul>
<li>Aluminum Unibody Apple MacBook - 13.3" Display</li> <li>Aluminum Unibody Apple MacBook Air - 13.3" Display</li> <li>Aluminum Unibody Apple MacBook Pro - 15.4" Display</li> </ul>
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257 of 264 people found the following review helpful
Amazon Verified Purchase
I ordered this for my new MacBook Pro 13". It came in a manila envelope, keyboard was packed in a cylinder shaped paper packaging with a rubber band wrapped around. Since it is only silicone, it lay flat as soon as I opened it so no issues there (I was afraid it would stay curved). The cover is basically silicone with the Mac keyboard layout printed on it (black keys with white letters/numbers). I do want to mention that I use my MBP very extensively, perhaps 12-14 hours a day at a minimum. So I have tested this keyboard rather thoroughly over the past few weeks.
FIT - The keyboard fits perfectly in the keyboard tray. I was initially under the impression that this would stick in some way to the base, but it doesn't. Wasn't sure how this would stay in place just floating above the keyboard, but it actually stays on very securely. I have closed and opened my MBP several times over the past few days and the keyboard adheres very well. There really is no need for any adhesive, which is a good thing.
FEEL - It looks exactly like the MBP keyboard so the Mac still retains its amazing looks. It doesn't interfere with the palm-rest area either so typing feels "almost" as good as typing on the Mac keyboard itself. If you were to look at the Mac closely, you still wouldn't know that there is a cover on the keyboard.
Haven't had any overheating issue yet, as mentioned by other reviewers.
CONs - 2 primary issues and 1 minor one:
1. Typing accuracy - This keyboard does change the typing experience to some extent. Having gotten fairly comfortable with typing on it over the past few weeks, I don't mind the imperfections now. However, you are likely to notice that you miss a key as you are typing. Fortunately, most such mistakes are corrected with the auto-spell check, but sometimes it just picks up the wrong word, so you will need to be careful. The highest likelihood of mistakes occurs with keys on the top rows of the keyboard (qwerty keys). I guess this is because with your wrist resting on the Mac, the fingers fall on the top keys more horizontally (i.e. with less pressure) than they do on keys in the bottom half of the keyboard, where they fall more vertically (i.e. more pressure). I have average sized wrists and fingers, it's entirely possible the experience for someone with large or small fingers my be different.
2. Finish - After only 3 weeks of heavy use, some of the black color in the keys has already started coming off. Not a big deal so far, but I can see the letters wearing off within the next 5-6 weeks. Again, this factor would depend largely on usage time for each user.
3. The hole for the Caps Lock light is spot on, exactly where it should be. However, given the not-completely-transparent silicone material, the light is visible only if you're typing in the dark. At any other time, the light is so faded that it's not really visible through the cover. Same issue with the back light, the cover does dim the back lit keyboard somewhat. Either of these factors is not a deal-breaker for me personally.
All in all, given the price of this cover, I would be happy if I can get even 2-3 months of use from it. Most of the other such covers I looked at were priced at $20 plus, which I think is a rip-off given that it's only silicone. This product is a good investment in protecting an expensive device that I'm sure most of us would like to keep for at least a few years!
FIT - The keyboard fits perfectly in the keyboard tray. I was initially under the impression that this would stick in some way to the base, but it doesn't. Wasn't sure how this would stay in place just floating above the keyboard, but it actually stays on very securely. I have closed and opened my MBP several times over the past few days and the keyboard adheres very well. There really is no need for any adhesive, which is a good thing.
FEEL - It looks exactly like the MBP keyboard so the Mac still retains its amazing looks. It doesn't interfere with the palm-rest area either so typing feels "almost" as good as typing on the Mac keyboard itself. If you were to look at the Mac closely, you still wouldn't know that there is a cover on the keyboard.
Haven't had any overheating issue yet, as mentioned by other reviewers.
CONs - 2 primary issues and 1 minor one:
1. Typing accuracy - This keyboard does change the typing experience to some extent. Having gotten fairly comfortable with typing on it over the past few weeks, I don't mind the imperfections now. However, you are likely to notice that you miss a key as you are typing. Fortunately, most such mistakes are corrected with the auto-spell check, but sometimes it just picks up the wrong word, so you will need to be careful. The highest likelihood of mistakes occurs with keys on the top rows of the keyboard (qwerty keys). I guess this is because with your wrist resting on the Mac, the fingers fall on the top keys more horizontally (i.e. with less pressure) than they do on keys in the bottom half of the keyboard, where they fall more vertically (i.e. more pressure). I have average sized wrists and fingers, it's entirely possible the experience for someone with large or small fingers my be different.
2. Finish - After only 3 weeks of heavy use, some of the black color in the keys has already started coming off. Not a big deal so far, but I can see the letters wearing off within the next 5-6 weeks. Again, this factor would depend largely on usage time for each user.
3. The hole for the Caps Lock light is spot on, exactly where it should be. However, given the not-completely-transparent silicone material, the light is visible only if you're typing in the dark. At any other time, the light is so faded that it's not really visible through the cover. Same issue with the back light, the cover does dim the back lit keyboard somewhat. Either of these factors is not a deal-breaker for me personally.
All in all, given the price of this cover, I would be happy if I can get even 2-3 months of use from it. Most of the other such covers I looked at were priced at $20 plus, which I think is a rip-off given that it's only silicone. This product is a good investment in protecting an expensive device that I'm sure most of us would like to keep for at least a few years!
198 of 214 people found the following review helpful
Amazon Verified Purchase
Basically I was very impressed with this keyboard protector UNTIL my macbook pro fans started to spin faster. I called up Apple and they told me ventilation uses the spaces in the keyboards to pull in air. So using this will block the intake, and cause the fans to spin harder. So you have two options stay vigilant and keep your keyboard clean or use this and maybe cause your macbook pro fans to spin harder. I choose to take the cover off, even though I tought the product was great initially.
110 of 119 people found the following review helpful
Amazon Verified Purchase
I was a little skeptical about purchasing this since there were only a few reviews, but I think this was a great buy! I was originally geared more toward the transparent, thin keyboard skin but the price deterred me. This particular product was way cheaper, and the quality is great! I really like the fact that the keys are black, because at first glance, people don't even realize I had a keyboard skin on! The fit is perfect, and I actually like the fact that it is slightly thicker than the clear transparent ones because the edges don't curl or lift up at all (however its thin enough that the laptop opens/closes without any issues). It comes in the mail in just a plastic USPS bag, with no filler material, so I was scared that it would be bent or have fold marks, but it was just fine!
I purchased this keyboard for my MacBook Pro 13" Aluminum Unibody.
I purchased this keyboard for my MacBook Pro 13" Aluminum Unibody.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
A cheap, fairly effecient keyboard cover
I bought this cover in the hopes of protecting my keyboard from accidental spills, crumbs, and/or dust. Read more
Published 1 day ago by Jackie F
Fits perfectly and letters align
Everything fits perfectly and you can't tell that there's a cover on the board. The only reason I gave it a 4 star is because when the keys light up the actual letters don't light... Read more
Published 1 day ago by Cozmin
It fits well to the keyboard
I am satisfied with this cover because it doesn't feel like there is a cover on my keyboard while typing. It is comfortable to use. Read more
Published 4 days ago by Daglar
Meh.
It's just as described but I don't think I can recommend it. There are two major flaws. One, MacBook keyboards are supposed to help provide airflow for laptop cooling. Read more
Published 4 days ago by Ronniefoxxxgmail Com
I love it
I've had this product for about 1 month now and I mean I love it I totally recommend people to buy it it's amazing it never comes off or never moves it protects the keyboards from... Read more
Published 7 days ago by Anthony Fernandez
Pleasantly surprised
I was skeptical that I would like this thing. I've only tried one silicone keyboard cover before and I hated it. Read more
Published 10 days ago by Stephanie
Never Received
I understand this is coming from Hong Kong, but I don't understand why I never received my order. Contacted customer service and they apologized and issued a refund, promising I... Read more
Published 11 days ago by R. Babienco
Good for the price, warps over time
I bought this cover on a whim because I thought it was silly to pay $20USD-30USD for a piece of silicone. Turns out I was correct. Read more
Published 12 days ago by M. Lawles
Great Keyboard Skin!
I had another skin before and it kept coming off and just didn't feel or look good. The GTMax skin fits perfectly and feels great!
Published 13 days ago by Steven
protects your keyboard
it keeps keyboard clean but it makes your screen dirty. My screen become to dirty so i am not using this product anymore. but it protects keyboard agains any kind of dirt.
Published 14 days ago by serkann
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