
The backlighting on the Mirage is not overly bright but offers a nice subtle lighting to help make the keys more easily visible when using in dimmer lightings. The Mirage has a 3-colour backlighting which can easily be switched by holding down the FN key and hitting TAB until you’ve reached your desired colour. I’ve never understood why some manufacturers put this stickers/tags on the USB end of peripherals, it’s not blocking anything from being opened which is the normal cause for a voided warranty. The cable is braided and features a warranty void if removed sticker. While there are no feet, the keyboard still is raised a bit towards the top and comes with some anti-slip feet so it doesn’t slide all around your desk. Users will be stuck with just the one height level on this keyboard, which isn’t bad, I just feel it’s better to offer the end-user the choice of whether or not they want the keyboard raised up a bit. While it is a bit raised towards the top, there are no feet available to allow users to raise the keyboard up a bit more and make it more ergonomic in some cases. This can be used with the FN(Function) key which simply allows the keyboard to offer a bit more functionality and gives users an easier way to access some of their favourite features, such as all of the media controls.įlipping the keyboard over and this was one of the first things I noticed. This simply just allows manufacturers to have a bit more fun with LEDs and allows the end-user to have an easier time to read the keys.Īs you can see, there are some extra symbols on the F keys. The reason companies have the letters laser etched on the keys is so that the backlighting can shine through. While I am not sure what font has been used, it is quite nice and easily readable. The Mirage features the fairly standard laser etched plastic key caps. However, thanks to the win-lock feature, gamer’s can enable and is able the key as they see fit and is a must have on any gaming keyboard in this day and age.
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Normally, when you hit the windows key it will bring up the start menu which can minimize a lot of games which just isn’t good. The Windows lock feature literally allows you to lock the windows key so should you hit in while in-game, nothing happens. In the top right corner, we have the normal host of indicator LEDs, including the Win Lock LED. However, it is understandable X2 wants to make sure people know where to go for more info, it’s just something I don’t personally care for. While I am all for a bit of branding, I really do prefer to not see the URL to the manufacturer website plastered across the product, especially the front of it. One thing I wasn’t a fan of was seeing the URL to X2 products website displayed in such a visible area. It features an all black metal casing and has a decent sized wrist rest area under the main part of keys. For a more standard keyboard and by that I mean non-mechanical, the Mirage definitely has a nice weight to it that gives it a good quality feel. When you first get the Mirage out of its box, you instantly realize just how heavy and sturdy it is. Key switch with tactile feedback ,key knocks life time 10,000,000 cycles.Gaming keyboard, better performance than normal keyboard.All in all, it definitely looks like a good keyboard on paper, but will it live up to the hype? Well, let’s find out! Specifications EAN Not only can you change the colour of the LEDs, you can change the speed of the breathing effects, control your media and even lock the windows key! The Mirage is also a very solid and sturdy built keyboard, but we’ll cover that more in a bit. Now, there’s more to the Mirage then first meets the eye as it is fitted with a FN key, which some of you will know can open up a whole new world of opportunities. Price: €49.95 MSRP At the time of review according to the product page.The Mirage is a minimalist keyboard that is designed not to break the bank while giving you the look and a similar feel as a high-end mechanical keyboard. Up today, we will be taking a look at one of their gaming based peripherals by way of the Mirage Gaming Keyboard. X2 originated in The Netherlands and has a great team of professionals working for and with them to help create all their products. X2 has a great range of products from peripherals to cases, power supplies, CPU Coolers and more. Today, we are taking a look at a gaming keyboard from what may be a lesser known company to some, X2 products.
