[Dead]Lenovo Enhanced Multimedia Remote With Backlit Keyboard $26. + tax, free ship

[MadScientist]

Lenovo Enhanced Multimedia Remote With Backlit Keyboard N5902 $26. + tax, free shipping, use coupon code BFBACK6678 at checkout. Expiring soon. Possible 10% cash back through ShopDiscover.
http://shop.lenovo.com/us/en/itemdetails/57Y6678/460

 

[chizow]

I bought one of these about a year ago for maybe $10 more, it is a solid Windows multimedia remote but it has some pretty big downsides:

1. The optical sensor is similar to a BlackBerry sensor, but on a full 1080p or higher Windows desktop it is VERY jittery and hard to control and requires multiple finger lifts and resets to move around.

2. Drinks batteries while not in use if you do not turn the 3-setting power function to completely off (On/Off/Backlit).

3. Lacks F-keys. Can be annoying for any app or games where you rely on F keys. Fn button + 1-0 do not trigger F keys like some other compact units or laptops do.

Typing however feels very good, similar to a BB, and the built-in L/R click and vertical scroll are extremely cleverly integrated into the unit.

Personally, if you want better typing support and can manage a larger input device, I would go with one of the compact keyboard/trackpad options available from Logitech. K400 for about the same price or the new TK820 for about 2x more would both be good choices imo. We use the K400 now over this 5902.

http://www.amazon.com/Logitech-Wirel...=logitech+k400

http://www.amazon.com/Logitech-Wirel...=logitech+k810

 

[MadScientist]

I can not comment on the newer backlit version since I do not own it. I have the older version and do not find the trackball jittery or hard to control on my Panasonic 1080P plasma. It is though almost impossible to see the keyboard in a dimly lit room. Battery life, since it is not backlit, is very good. I usually leave it on, but I can see where the backlit version, if you do not shut it off, can eat up batteries quickly.
I also own the Logitech K400 wireless touch pad keyboard. Battery life and range are very good. I have found the touch pad on it to be very sensitive. I have tried adjustments in their Setpoint software and Windows 8 but it's still too sensitive. The keyboard is about 3/4 size and fits nicely in your lap but is not as compact as the Lenovo. The Lenovo fits conveniently in the center compartment of my double recliner couch next to my other remotes.

 

[Awesomedude99]

The second one is pretty awesome. i mean looks good too.
just wish it had backlights too or id get it in a sec.

 

[Awesomedude99]

I bought one of these about a year ago for maybe $10 more, it is a solid Windows multimedia remote but it has some pretty big downsides:

1. The optical sensor is similar to a BlackBerry sensor, but on a full 1080p or higher Windows desktop it is VERY jittery and hard to control and requires multiple finger lifts and resets to move around.

2. Drinks batteries while not in use if you do not turn the 3-setting power function to completely off (On/Off/Backlit).

3. Lacks F-keys. Can be annoying for any app or games where you rely on F keys. Fn button + 1-0 do not trigger F keys like some other compact units or laptops do.

Typing however feels very good, similar to a BB, and the built-in L/R click and vertical scroll are extremely cleverly integrated into the unit.

Personally, if you want better typing support and can manage a larger input device, I would go with one of the compact keyboard/trackpad options available from Logitech. K400 for about the same price or the new TK820 for about 2x more would both be good choices imo. We use the K400 now over this 5902.

http://www.amazon.com/Logitech-Wirel...=logitech+k400

http://www.amazon.com/Logitech-Wirel...=logitech+k810

The second one is pretty awesome. i mean looks good too.
just wish it had backlights too or id get it in a sec.

 

[johny12]

Remote with Keyboard N5901. Planing

 

[MadScientist]

I received my N5902 yesterday, ordered it Monday. As chizow has stated, like my old N5901, it has no F-function keys. I don't use them much on my HTPC but it's a reason to keep my Logitech wireless K400 touch pad/keyboard around.

The optical track pad, Lenovo calls it optical finger navigation, was slow and did require multiple finger lifts to get the mouse pointer across the screen. In Control Panel under Mouse and Pointer Options cranking the Mouse motion up to almost fast, and checking off Enhanced pointer precision helped quite a bit. I still like the motion of the trackball on my old N5901 better than the optical track pad. You can also left click with the track pad by pressing on it. Under the track pad button there is a touch sensitive vertical scroll bar that works well.

When the power switch is in backlight mode pressing any key will keep the backlight on for 5 seconds, unless you are typing. Backlighting was adequate for a dimly lit room. The N5901 requires 2 AAA batteries, the N5902 takes 2 AA batteries. Lenovo claims it can be used up to 3 months on a single set of batteries, of course, dependent on use.

The keyboard is ok for typing in passwords, a URL, or searching. I agree with chizow, for extended typing a wireless keyboard like the K400 would be better.

It's 2.4Ghz wireless signal has good range. I had no drops 10 feet back from the receiver.

For $26. shipped it's worth it, but not at it's regular price.

 

[xaeniac]

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