Why I buy this one ?
- Adjustable gaming keyboard
- Tri-Color Backlighting
- True-Vue Key Illumination
- Fully programmable with included SST software
- Media keys and hard wearing surfaces

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What our customer's say!

"Very Nice", I am not sur where the complaints come from
in these reviews. Perfect, works well
and is fun to use too. I think its what is needed by any gamer.
Good Job Guys.

"Disappointment", Pros:
It's very nice looking.
The ergonomic design (lifting up a bit in the front) is a nice touch.

Cons:
After just 3 weeks, the keyboard's touch-sensitive section at the top started to crinkle. There's some kind of layering over the area that started to get bubbles, and it completely kills the feel and design of the touch-sensitive bar.

The first problem I had was that the space bar is quite difficult to press down. I've gotten used to it now, but it's not easy-flowing like it should be.

The metal-plated W, A, S, D, Arrow keys, and space bar are pretty annoying if you're used to a rougher key feel, which I am. Your fingers tend to slide around them way too easily, and not stay still.

I play many games that I need to press multiple buttons at the same time. For example, I have my push-to-talk key for most FPS games set to 'Q' for easy-access. To run forward (W), Strafe (A or D), and talk (Q), Strafing doesn't work. While holding W & Q, if I need to strafe, I can't. I never realized how much I used these three keys at the same time, until I couldn't. This is, surprisingly, one of the biggest issues.

Lastly, on the same note, You can't push more than 3 - 4 keys down at one time, which heavily weighs down on gamers.

Other Comments:
I've had this keyboard for about 6 weeks, and I'm thinking of switching back to my old Logitech G15 Gaming Keyboard. After even 6 weeks, I still haven't found any uses for the C-Keys on the sides, even being a serious gamer.

I would only suggest this keyboard if you've had one nearly identical to this before, and you're used to it. If you're switching from a different gaming keyboard, find something else. This keyboard isn't very comfortable for typing, nor gaming.

"Worst. Tech. Support. Ever.", This keyboard was amazing. At first install it worked like a charm. Installed the drivers, unplugged the keyboard, re-plugged it and surprise... Doesn't work.

Googled, searched saitek's own forums, and nope! NADA. this keyboard is now an 80$ desk weight. Works in Ubuntu, which tells me its a vista issue.
I uninstalled their terrible software, hunted down ALL registry entries and anything related to saitek. Got it working for 3 days. Moved my tower which required unplugging the keyboard. Plugged it in. same problems.

I tried contacting techsupport, but got frustrated quickly with both the ignorance and idiocy of their CSRs

either way, one suggestion;
Don't buy.

Get ANYTHING from Logitech. Flawless vista integration.

again. If you are running Vista32 or 64 don't waste your time.

"Do not Buy", Terrible keys lag and currently after three months two keys are not working.. Stick with logitech.. Keyboard looks cool but the performance for gaming is not there

"Not bad, would like better macros", I gave this four stars, instead of three, because it's a gaming keyboard and I am not using it for gaming. I wanted a durable, comfortable keyboard with backlighting, and that's what I got, no complaints. It's also a beauty.

However if you're thinking about this for standard use, be aware the macros are only programmable for key combinations and mouse click (but not position). I had hoped to be able to program file locations in a simple manner (as I had with the MS Media Pro Keyboard that preceded this).

I did eventually figure out how to program the keys to open folders, but it was pretty tricky and -- more to the point -- the Macro Software is extremely unintuitive, not especially flexible and the documentation is terrible.

I also experienced a couple glitches (key repeating, not stuck on the keyboard, stopped after unplugging and replugging). It doesn't appear to be a major repeating problem, but if it recurs, I would reevaluate.

So thumbs up for the keyboard, thumbs down for the software.

Read this reviews before You buy...

"Not too shabby...", As a gamer, I'm pretty hand on 'boards. So when I first heard about this one through a friend of mine, I was rather impressed with the over all look of the thing. For one, I liked the idea of illuminated keys (as I like to play my games in low lighting to let the better half sleep), for two, re-enforced keys made sence, and metal meant it'd be hard for me to do much damage to it (On my wolfclaw board the AWSD had worn off).
As you can imagine, I was pretty excited when it showed up.
It does live up to the hype-however...
The keys are slightly smaller, the interface for programming macros leaves a lot to be desired, and the driver software installed drivers for stuff I don't even own!
Another downside: The lack of a blue color-while not a breaker, most of my system (Fan, general illumination) are blue. Again, not a big deal, but most other illuminated boards (including Saitek's own) have that option. This is merely a personal opinion-it's still a great keyboard.

I've not noticed any stiffness in the space bar as was previously mentioned in a previous review, and the ability to ride several keys at once is a definate plus. While I've only had it a few days, it seems robust and very quiet when typing. Another great thing about this board is that it's a standard size-you won't need to jerry rig anything unlike a few other gamer boards I've had, and the controls for hue, brightness and scheme are very intuitive. In other words, easy enough to figure out w/o the instruction booklet.

All in all, an excellent buy in my opinion. You'd do well to buy this one.



"Too Cool For School...", This keyboard is unbelievably cool.

This is a standard US keyboard, with the key layout being familiar to most. The keys are a standard height with a solid feel, as opposed to low profile scissor keys which some say have a faster response. In the end it is a matter of taste. This keyboard responds well, and has a low noise level, which makes for a wonderful typing experience.

This keyboard is bright, even in a well lighted room. Cyborg is unique in the the ability to switch colors, zones and brightness level. Of course, if you like blue, you might want a different keyboard, since blue is not an option.

Having metal keys seems to be a good idea, and while the keys wont break, more of the typing force should transfer itself more easily to the plastic keyboard underneath the keys, which could conceivably cause some damage. Of course, when or if that damage does occur, I will either would have died of old age, or would have bought a new keyboard, so I am not too worried about that.

There are a few nice auxilliary features worth mentioning. The keyboard has a mic/headphone input, and a usb port, which might come in handy for a few folks. The standoffs, or "feet" as I like to call them are the best I have seen on a keyboard, with feet in the front and the back, and the back ones have two levels of height adjustment.

The optional (as in non attached) handrest is an interesting feature. The keyboard without the handrest is almost unusable, since the front of the keyboard has a slope similar to Mount Everest. The handrest itself is very functional, being able to slide it out to two different levels to lay flatter or stick tighter to the keyboard. The problem I have with the handrest (and the reason for the four star rating) is the little gap in the middle. While this makes it look quite cool, your poor right has to suspend itself over this gap, while your left hand types in comfort. You would think this wouldn't make a difference but it does. You can tell by sliding your right hand over to the number pad. It's a big difference.

Now, sure this is a "gaming" keyboard, so the bulk of the handrest is situated around the "gaming" areas of the 'arrow keys' and the 'wasd keys' but certainly even gamers need to type like a regular person every now and then. I think I would have sacrificed the slightly cooler appearance of a "notched" handrest for one that functioned as a handrest should.

Now, there are a few things that could have been improved and might even be considered goofy... like the stupid looking 'cyborg' icon, and the inability to select an entirely 'monochromatic' lighting scheme. While the keyboard itself lights up in the colors you choose, they touch panel at the top stays green and red regardless. While this scheme looks fine in some settings, it increases the gaudiness of a keyboard that already has a striking design, and it would have looked kinda classy to have all red or all green lights as an option.

The cyborg icon makes me feel as if I have bought a control panel to a toy laser gun. To go along with the icon they need a button which spoke something in a mechanical voice if pressed like "Cyborg patrol officer reporting for duty, sir..."

This keyboard might not be the best keyboard for the heavy duty typist. But, if you are looking for something cool looking to go with your cool computer, this keyboard is even cooler than the pictures suggest. Try it out. You're left hand is gunna love it.

"Works well too....", I needed a lighted keyboard for gaming in the dark, but I also have to type a lot of stuff on it and was concerned that it might not be the best keyboard for a typist. With the exception of one minor issue, I think any person who works on a keyboard would love this one.

I doubt I'll ever go back to a keyboard that isn't lighted after using the Cyborg. The lighting system is very flexible and highly customizable. Except that there's no blue light, which would be nice. The colors are red, amber & green. Still, with the adjustable brightness, I've always been able to find the right lighting, and it really is great for gaming.

My only issue with the keyboard is the space bar. It works fine, but it's hard to push with your thumb when typing. I'm getting used to it, but it's the only thing I dislike about the keyboard. Overall, I really like the feel of the keys when typing.

The touch-panel controls, the on-board USB port, microphone & headphone jacks are all nice touches. I'm a fan of this keyboard, even with the thumb-breaking space bar, and would buy one again in a heartbeat.

"Cyborg: Resistance is Futile", I just received my keyboard this afternoon, and I am very pleased. The keyboard illumination has several levels, colors, and zones. When you have separate colors for the keyboard zones, you can also change the illumination colors and brightness. The materials and construction was also a pleasant surprise. The plastic does not feel cheap, has a sturdy feel, and also is a bit hefty for a keyboard. The extra USB port and the Mic/Headphone jack is also a nice touch. Key push and weight are right on par, and you can't feel a noticeable difference in texture between the plastic and metal keys - so typing is still smooth.
The touch controls for volume, brightness, etc can be a little irritating. It works well almost all of the time, but sometimes you have to "mash tap" to get them to work. Also fingernails and such do not work on those buttons. Other drawback would be the interface to create macros (the 12 "C" buttons)
If I had a choice between the new G15 and the Saitek Cyborg (having used both) I would take the Cyborg. While it is nice to have the little screen on teh G-15, the function and style of the Cyborg are superior.

"Great keyboard that feels better than the g15", Overall I am quite happy with this keyboard in comparison with the "new" g15. The keys are easier to press and light up far more brightly than the g15. Being able to change the color scheme in the gaming mode really looks awesome. One point I do not like but most would is that in gaming mode the windows key press is cut from the keyboard meaning even if you have it disabled via your registry you cannot press the windows key which I use for skype, ventrilo and teamspeak. Some may complain of the spacebar but it feels fine except it feels as if it could become a sticky press down the line but overall not a significant problem. I can also press more than 3 keys at once and all the keystrokes will register in comparison with the eclipse 2. Great for gamers and for people who type frequently.