JLab Go Mouse-Keyboard Set
Summary
The JLab Go Mouse-Keyboard set offers a compact and lightweight typing solution with multi-device support, wireless connectivity, and long battery life perfect for travel or minimalist work setups.
Note: At the time of this review, the $29.99 Go Mouse-Keyboard Set is not available on Amazon. It is available via the JLab site and at some physical retailers.
JLab Go Mouse-Keyboard Set Review
Mobile devices have led to a growing demand for portable keyboards to accommodate an on-the-go lifestyle. Mobile keyboards have come a long way, from bulky and cumbersome, to sleek and compact. The Jlab Go Mouse-Keyboard Set is a prime example of this evolution, offering a compact and lightweight typing solution that’s perfect for travel or minimalist work setups.
The Go bundle works just as well with a phone as it does with a tablet. The 3-device connection options make it easy to connect the mouse and keyboard to a PC, a phone and a tablet. One bundle to serve all devices.
JLab Go Mouse-Keyboard Set Specifications
- 2 Bluetooth® connections
- 1 USB Wireless dongle (2.4 Ghz.)
- 2 -year warranty
Go Mouse Specifications
- Number of buttons: 4 buttons
- Button functions: Left Click, Right Click, Scroll Wheel, DPI (800-1600)
- DPI Sensitivity: 800, 1200, 1600
- Frame Rate: 3000 frames/sec
- Max Speed: 28 in/sec
- Button Action Force: 100±10g
- Wheel Acting Force: 20±5g
Go Keyboard Specifications
- Number of keys: 78 keys (no number pad)
- Shortcut keys: (e.g., Internet, e-mail, Media Keys, Volume); Device Switch keys; Operating system quick keys
- Switch Type: Scissor-switch
- Keystroke distance: 1.8mm
- Drawing force: 0.8kgf
- Spring back: 50±20gf
- Weight: 325g, including batteries
- Dimensions: 11.24 x 0.96 x 5.13 in
What we like
A thin, fully functional mouse and keyboard for travel. Even at a skimpy price, JLab doesn’t skimp on features.
Jlab makes bigger keyboards and larger, more adroit mice for designers and knowledge workers with desks at home or in an office. This combo is for workers who move from place to place, meeting to meeting, and want accessories that add a minimum of weight to their already overstuffed backpacks and bags. The JLab Go Mouse-Keyboard set delivers at only .811 lbs. combined.
- Ultra-compact design: The keyboard and mouse are lightweight and compact, making them perfect for travel or minimalist work setups. Function keys control connections and layout. The keyboard supports Mac, Windows and Android mappings. Function keys also offer various shortcuts when combined with the Fn key.
- Multi-device support: Both the keyboard and mouse can connect to up to three devices simultaneously.
- Wireless connectivity: Connect via Bluetooth 5 or 2.4 GHz USB wireless dongle for a reliable and lag-free connection.
- Soft touch keys: The keyboard features low-profile, soft-touch keys that are quiet and comfortable to use.
- Smart media knob on keyboard: The media knob provides quick control over audio playback and volume.
- Selectable DPI on mouse: 800, 1200, and 1600 DPI
- Long battery life: The keyboard and mouse have a long battery life, with the keyboard lasting up to 4+ months and the mouse lasting up to 6+ months.
Jlab stands behind even their low-priced accessories with a 2-year warranty.
As expected, JLab shipped the mouse-keyboard set in industry-leading, all-paper packaging. All other accessory makers should look to JLab for help creating packages that protect the environment as much as they protect the devices they contain.
What could be improved
- Compactness and key travel: Both make touch typing a relearning experience.
- No number pad: The keyboard does not have a number pad, which may be a drawback for some users.
- Limited key customization: The keyboard does not offer extensive key customization options.
- Not rechargeable: Rechargeable batteries would have been good for mobile workers and the environment. They would also drive up the price.
- No carrying case: The bundle does not come with a carrying case, which would be useful for travel.
- No backlighting: The keyboard would benefit from backlighting, but that would negatively affect the battery life. The white key labels do help out in dim lighting conditions.
JLab Go Mouse-Keyboard Set: The bottom line
The JLab Go Mouse-Keyboard Set is a great option for those who need a reliable and portable typing solution. With its compact design, multi-device support, and long battery life, this bundle is perfect for travel, minimalist work setups, or anyone who needs a convenient typing solution, though it isn’t well suited for long input sessions. While it may lack a number pad and extensive key customization options, the bundle’s pros outweigh its cons, making it a great value for the price.
JLab provided the Go Mouse-Keyboard Set for review. Images courtesy of JLab unless otherwise noted.
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