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General

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Series

Magic Keyboard13Retailer pageabt.com/Apple-Magic-Keyboard-with-Touch-ID-USB-C-in-White-Silver-MJLY4LLA/p/248226.htmlRead 20 October 2026Specifications, General: Series Magic Keyboard.

Apex Pro Gen 32Press releasegn.com/newsroom/news/2024/september/steelseries-introduces-the-new-apex-pro-gen-3-seriesRead 30 September 2026

Model numbersiMaker identifiers for this exact model and its listed variants. Excludes sibling models and other generations.

MJLY4LL/A, MXCK3LL/A, A31181Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/mjly4ll/a/magic-keyboard-with-touch-id-for-mac-models-with-apple-silicon-usb-c-us-englishRead 20 October 2026Apple Store part number MJLY4LL/A. The store lists other layouts as MXCK3xx/A. OWC lists the US English part as MXCK3LL/A and Wikipedia names the regulatory model A3118.12Retailer pageeshop.macsales.com/item/Apple/MXCK3LLAARead 20 October 2026OWC lists Mfr P/N MXCK3LL/A for Apple Magic Keyboard with Touch ID (2024). It also prints (A3448) and a field Apple Equivalent Part Number A3448, which differs from the A3118 named by Wikipedia and is not stored.13Retailer pageabt.com/Apple-Magic-Keyboard-with-Touch-ID-USB-C-in-White-Silver-MJLY4LLA/p/248226.htmlRead 20 October 2026Abt model number MJLY4LL/A, White | Silver.14Spec databaseen.wikipedia.org/wiki/Magic_Keyboard_(Mac)Read 20 October 2026Model list: A3118 is the Magic Keyboard with Touch ID with 78 keys, A3119 the numeric keypad model and A3203 the Lock Key model.

64740, 64741, 64742, 64743, 64744, 64745, 64894, 64898, 64899, 64900, 64901, 64902, 64903, 64904, 64980, 64981, 64987, 64984, 64982, 64983, KB2411Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026Selected manufacturer JSON-LD: 64740, Apex Pro TKL Gen 3 - US.12Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026Selected manufacturer JSON-LD: 64898, Apex Pro TKL Gen 3 White - US.13Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026Selected manufacturer JSON-LD: 64981, Apex Pro TKL Gen 3 Steel - US.14Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026Selected manufacturer JSON-LD: 64741, Apex Pro TKL Gen 3 - UK.15Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026Selected manufacturer JSON-LD: 64899, Apex Pro TKL Gen 3 White - UK.16Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026Selected manufacturer JSON-LD: 64987, Apex Pro TKL Gen 3 Steel - UK.17Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026Selected manufacturer JSON-LD: 64742, Apex Pro TKL Gen 3 - ND.18Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026Selected manufacturer JSON-LD: 64900, Apex Pro TKL Gen 3 White - ND.19Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026Selected manufacturer JSON-LD: 64984, Apex Pro TKL Gen 3 Steel - ND.20Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026Selected manufacturer JSON-LD: 64743, Apex Pro TKL Gen 3 - DE.21Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026Selected manufacturer JSON-LD: 64901, Apex Pro TKL Gen 3 White - DE.22Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026Selected manufacturer JSON-LD: 64982, Apex Pro TKL Gen 3 Steel - DE.23Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026Selected manufacturer JSON-LD: 64744, Apex Pro TKL Gen 3 - FR.24Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026Selected manufacturer JSON-LD: 64902, Apex Pro TKL Gen 3 White - FR.25Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026Selected manufacturer JSON-LD: 64983, Apex Pro TKL Gen 3 Steel - FR.26Maker product pagesteelseries.com/ja-jp/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026Selected manufacturer JSON-LD: 64745, Apex Pro TKL Gen 3 - JP.27Maker product pagesteelseries.com/ja-jp/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026Selected manufacturer JSON-LD: 64903, Apex Pro TKL Gen 3 White - JP.28Maker product pagesteelseries.com/ko-kr/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026Selected manufacturer JSON-LD: 64894, Apex Pro TKL Gen 3 - KR.29Maker product pagesteelseries.com/ko-kr/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026Selected manufacturer JSON-LD: 64904, Apex Pro TKL Gen 3 White - KR.30Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026Selected manufacturer JSON-LD: 64980, Apex Pro TKL Gen 3 Cyber - US.43Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/KB_apex_pro_tkl_gen3_pig_web.pdfRead 7 October 2026Printed pages 33-35 identify regulatory model KB24 for wired TKL. Added alongside existing regional retail item numbers, not substituted for them.

GTIN / EAN

1959512583621Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/mjly4ll/a/magic-keyboard-with-touch-id-for-mac-models-with-apple-silicon-usb-c-us-englishRead 20 October 2026Part Number section: UPC or EAN No. 195951258362.13Retailer pageabt.com/Apple-Magic-Keyboard-with-Touch-ID-USB-C-in-White-Silver-MJLY4LLA/p/248226.htmlRead 20 October 2026Abt lists UPC 195951258362 for MJLY4LL/A, the same as the Apple Store.

5707119058742, 810052988160, 5707119058766, 810052988177, 5707119058780, 810052988184, 5707119058803, 810052988191, 5707119058827, 810052988207, 5707119058841, 810052988214, 5707119060424, 810052988375, 5707119072687, 810164146311, 5707119072700, 810164146328, 5707119072823, 810164146380, 5707119072762, 810164146359, 5707119072724, 810164146335, 5707119072748, 81016414634211Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026Selected manufacturer JSON-LD for 64740: GTIN13 5707119058742, GTIN12 810052988160.12Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026Selected manufacturer JSON-LD for 64898: GTIN13 None, GTIN12 None.13Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026Selected manufacturer JSON-LD for 64981: GTIN13 5707119072700, GTIN12 810164146328.14Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026Selected manufacturer JSON-LD for 64741: GTIN13 5707119058766, GTIN12 810052988177.15Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026Selected manufacturer JSON-LD for 64899: GTIN13 None, GTIN12 None.16Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026Selected manufacturer JSON-LD for 64987: GTIN13 5707119072823, GTIN12 810164146380.17Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026Selected manufacturer JSON-LD for 64742: GTIN13 5707119058780, GTIN12 810052988184.18Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026Selected manufacturer JSON-LD for 64900: GTIN13 None, GTIN12 None.19Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026Selected manufacturer JSON-LD for 64984: GTIN13 5707119072762, GTIN12 810164146359.20Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026Selected manufacturer JSON-LD for 64743: GTIN13 5707119058803, GTIN12 810052988191.21Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026Selected manufacturer JSON-LD for 64901: GTIN13 None, GTIN12 None.22Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026Selected manufacturer JSON-LD for 64982: GTIN13 5707119072724, GTIN12 810164146335.23Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026Selected manufacturer JSON-LD for 64744: GTIN13 5707119058827, GTIN12 810052988207.24Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026Selected manufacturer JSON-LD for 64902: GTIN13 None, GTIN12 None.25Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026Selected manufacturer JSON-LD for 64983: GTIN13 5707119072748, GTIN12 810164146342.26Maker product pagesteelseries.com/ja-jp/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026Selected manufacturer JSON-LD for 64745: GTIN13 5707119058841, GTIN12 810052988214.27Maker product pagesteelseries.com/ja-jp/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026Selected manufacturer JSON-LD for 64903: GTIN13 None, GTIN12 None.28Maker product pagesteelseries.com/ko-kr/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026Selected manufacturer JSON-LD for 64894: GTIN13 5707119060424, GTIN12 810052988375.29Maker product pagesteelseries.com/ko-kr/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026Selected manufacturer JSON-LD for 64904: GTIN13 None, GTIN12 None.30Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026Selected manufacturer JSON-LD for 64980: GTIN13 5707119072687, GTIN12 810164146311.

AnnouncediThe maker's first announcement of this model. This is separate from first retail availability.

28 October 202410Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2024/10/apple-introduces-new-imac-supercharged-by-m4-and-apple-intelligenceRead 20 October 2026Apple newsroom, October 28, 2024: the Magic accessories now come with USB-C ports. The release gives no separate Magic Keyboard price. 9to5Mac lists the standalone Touch ID model the same day.

24 September 20242Press releasegn.com/newsroom/news/2024/september/steelseries-introduces-the-new-apex-pro-gen-3-seriesRead 30 September 2026

Status

Available1Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/mjly4ll/a/magic-keyboard-with-touch-id-for-mac-models-with-apple-silicon-usb-c-us-englishRead 20 October 2026Apple Store lists it InStock at $149.00 for the US English model MJLY4LL/A.

Available1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026In stock on steelseries.com on the access date

PredecessoriThe model this one directly replaced, in the same line, tier and size, as the maker or a trusted review names it.

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SuccessoriThe model that directly replaced this one, in the same line, tier and size. A revision such as a Slim or OLED model does not count when a next generation exists.

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Launch price (US)iThe maker's US launch MSRP for the stated configuration, excluding tax. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

$14911Press article9to5mac.com/2024/10/28/new-magic-keyboard-with-usb-c-is-available-in-three-separate-modelsRead 20 October 2026Launch-day Apple price: $149 for Magic Keyboard with Touch ID, US, before sales tax. The Apple Store shows the same price today.

$189.992Press releasegn.com/newsroom/news/2024/september/steelseries-introduces-the-new-apex-pro-gen-3-seriesRead 30 September 2026Apex Pro TKL Gen 3 at US $189.99 and EMEA €219.99. The current US store price is $239.99

Launch price (EU)iThe maker's euro launch price for the stated configuration, including VAT as published. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

€16918Press releaseapple.com/de/newsroom/2024/10/apples-new-mac-mini-is-more-mighty-more-mini-and-built-for-apple-intelligenceRead 21 October 2026German press release of 29 October 2024: the Magic Keyboard mit Touch ID costs 169 Euro incl. VAT on apple.com/de/store. The release names no colour or layout and the keyboard has one colour. The price is for the German store, while the part numbers stored here are US English parts.19Press articlemacwelt.de/article/2538025/apples-magic-keyboard-mit-usb-c-im-test.htmlRead 21 October 2026Macwelt test of the new USB-C Magic Keyboards: the Touch ID model costs 50 Euro more than the base model without numeric keypad, which Macwelt lists at 119 Euro. That gives 169 Euro and matches Apple's press release.

€219.992Press releasegn.com/newsroom/news/2024/september/steelseries-introduces-the-new-apex-pro-gen-3-seriesRead 30 September 2026

MarketsiISO country or region codes where this exact model or variant is sold. A source page's language does not establish availability.

US1Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/mjly4ll/a/magic-keyboard-with-touch-id-for-mac-models-with-apple-silicon-usb-c-us-englishRead 20 October 2026US Apple Store page in US English with US dollar price. Other regions have other part numbers and are not covered.

US, EU, GB, JP, KR11Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 202612Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 202613Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 202614Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 202615Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 202616Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 202617Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 202618Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 202619Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 202620Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 202621Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 202622Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 202623Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 202624Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 202625Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 202626Maker product pagesteelseries.com/ja-jp/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 202627Maker product pagesteelseries.com/ja-jp/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 202628Maker product pagesteelseries.com/ko-kr/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 202629Maker product pagesteelseries.com/ko-kr/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 202630Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026

ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Silver1Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/mjly4ll/a/magic-keyboard-with-touch-id-for-mac-models-with-apple-silicon-usb-c-us-englishRead 20 October 2026Apple names no colour option. The image descriptions say white keys and a silver aluminium structure. Abt and OWC call it silver with white keys.12Retailer pageeshop.macsales.com/item/Apple/MXCK3LLAARead 20 October 2026Specifications: Keyboard Color Silver with White Keys.

Black, White, Cyber, Steel1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026

Segment

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Gaming1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026Maker category "Gaming Keyboards"

Sold asiParts fitted when sold. A complete keyboard includes switches and keycaps. Barebones includes neither.

Complete1Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/mjly4ll/a/magic-keyboard-with-touch-id-for-mac-models-with-apple-silicon-usb-c-us-englishRead 20 October 2026Sold fully assembled with the keyboard and a charging cable only.

Complete1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026Sold with OmniPoint switches and double-shot PBT keycaps fitted

Layout

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Form factoriLayout size or shape. A percentage describes the layout, not the number of keys.

Other1Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/mjly4ll/a/magic-keyboard-with-touch-id-for-mac-models-with-apple-silicon-usb-c-us-englishRead 20 October 2026No percentage fits. It has a full function row and arrow keys, no numpad and no separate Home, End, Page Up or Page Down keys. The plain Magic Keyboard record also stores other.

TKL1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026

Layout standardiPhysical key layout standards sold for this model. Regional language names are listed separately.

ANSI1Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/mjly4ll/a/magic-keyboard-with-touch-id-for-mac-models-with-apple-silicon-usb-c-us-englishRead 20 October 2026Apple lists US English under its ANSI layouts, see the Apple layouts page.5Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/en-us/102743Read 20 October 2026Apple lists US English first among the ANSI keyboard layouts. The ISO and JIS versions sold under other part numbers are not covered.

ANSI, ISO, JIS11Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 202612Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 202613Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 202614Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 202615Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 202616Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 202617Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 202618Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 202619Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 202620Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 202621Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 202622Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 202623Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 202624Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 202625Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 202626Maker product pagesteelseries.com/ja-jp/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 202627Maker product pagesteelseries.com/ja-jp/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 202628Maker product pagesteelseries.com/ko-kr/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 202629Maker product pagesteelseries.com/ko-kr/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 202630Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026

Regional layouts

US English1Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/mjly4ll/a/magic-keyboard-with-touch-id-for-mac-models-with-apple-silicon-usb-c-us-englishRead 20 October 2026Page title and part MJLY4LL/A: US English.5Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/en-us/102743Read 20 October 2026Only the US English SKU MJLY4LL/A (earlier MXCK3LL/A) is covered.

US, UK, ND, DE, FR, JP, KR11Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 202612Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 202613Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 202614Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 202615Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 202616Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 202617Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 202618Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 202619Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 202620Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 202621Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 202622Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 202623Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 202624Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 202625Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 202626Maker product pagesteelseries.com/ja-jp/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 202627Maker product pagesteelseries.com/ja-jp/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 202628Maker product pagesteelseries.com/ko-kr/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 202629Maker product pagesteelseries.com/ko-kr/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 202630Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026

Keys in regional layoutiPhysical typing and function keys in the stated regional layout. Separate media buttons, macro buttons and rotary controls are excluded. A Touch ID or Lock key in a key row counts, as on Apple keyboards.

781Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/mjly4ll/a/magic-keyboard-with-touch-id-for-mac-models-with-apple-silicon-usb-c-us-englishRead 20 October 2026Counted on the maker's top-view photo: 14 + 14 + 14 + 13 + 12 + 11 = 78. That includes the round Touch ID key in the top row, as the plain Magic Keyboard record counts its Lock key. OWC lists a 78-key US English layout and Wikipedia gives 78 keys for A3118. Apple's tech specs give no key count.12Retailer pageeshop.macsales.com/item/Apple/MXCK3LLAARead 20 October 2026Specifications: Keyboard Layout 78-Key (US - English) Layout. OWC gives the battery as built-in rechargeable lithium-ion, while Wikipedia's infobox says lithium-polymer 2980 mAh, so no battery type or capacity is stored.

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Key legends for

macOS1Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/mjly4ll/a/magic-keyboard-with-touch-id-for-mac-models-with-apple-silicon-usb-c-us-englishRead 20 October 2026US English Mac keyboard with control, option, command and globe key legends in the maker photo.

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Numpad

No1Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/mjly4ll/a/magic-keyboard-with-touch-id-for-mac-models-with-apple-silicon-usb-c-us-englishRead 20 October 2026Maker photo: compact layout without a numeric keypad. Retailers and Apple call it the model without the numeric keypad.

No1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026

Function row

Yes1Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/mjly4ll/a/magic-keyboard-with-touch-id-for-mac-models-with-apple-silicon-usb-c-us-englishRead 20 October 2026Image description: full-height function keys.

Yes1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026F1-F12 row visible in the maker product images

Dedicated arrow keys

Yes1Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/mjly4ll/a/magic-keyboard-with-touch-id-for-mac-models-with-apple-silicon-usb-c-us-englishRead 20 October 2026Image description: half-height up and down arrow keys, with left and right arrows beside them.

Yes1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026Arrow cluster visible in the maker product images

Navigation keysiAvailability of Home, End, Page Up and Page Down as dedicated keys or through an Fn layer.

Fn layer6Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/en-us/102650Read 20 October 2026Mac keyboard shortcuts: Fn-Up Arrow is Page Up, Fn-Down Arrow is Page Down, Fn-Left Arrow is Home and Fn-Right Arrow is End. The photo shows no separate Home, End, Page Up or Page Down keys.

Full8Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/KB_apex_pro_tkl_gen3_pig_web.pdfRead 30 September 2026English keyboard overview diagram shows the dedicated Home, End, Page Up/Page Down cluster.

Key stagger

Row-staggered1Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/mjly4ll/a/magic-keyboard-with-touch-id-for-mac-models-with-apple-silicon-usb-c-us-englishRead 20 October 2026The maker photo shows the usual row-staggered layout.

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Bottom row

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Low profile

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Switches

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Switch sensing technologyiKey sensing technology. Hall effect and TMR are different sensor types. A mixed board is identified explicitly. Magnetic switch housing alone does not identify the sensor.

Scissor14Spec databaseen.wikipedia.org/wiki/Magic_Keyboard_(Mac)Read 20 October 2026The article describes the Magic Keyboard line as scissor-mechanism keyboards and Apple's re-engineered scissor mechanism. It covers the Touch ID models in the same article. Apple's own pages do not name the mechanism.

Hall effect and mechanical1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026OmniPoint 3.0 Adjustable HyperMagnetic Switches (Analog Hall Effect Magnetic Sensor)31Reviewrtings.com/keyboard/reviews/steelseries/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026Public comparison text: only alphanumeric keys are adjustable while the rest use standard mechanical switches. The review explicitly applies to TKL. Maker support lists 61 adjustable keys.

Switch feel

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Linear5Retailer pagenewegg.com/steelseries-apex-pro-tkl-gen-3-wired-hypermagnetic-gaming-keyboard-with-rapid-tap-rapid-trigger-adjustable-actuation-64740-mechanical-keyboard-omnipoint-adjustable-switch/p/N82E16823239062Read 30 September 2026

Switch maker

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SteelSeries1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026SteelSeries own OmniPoint switch

Switch models

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OmniPoint 3.0 Adjustable HyperMagnetic Switches, OmniPoint 3.0 Speed, OmniPoint 3.0 Control1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026Standard switch on the page. Speed and Control are the switches of the Cyber and Steel editions (see press sources)

Switch stem

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Actuation forceiForce at the point where a key registers. Initial spring force is not actuation force. Adjustable switches require a stated actuation setting.

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Bottom-out forceiForce at the end of the switch travel. It is not the initial spring force or the tactile peak.

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35 to 50gf1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 20263Press releasesteelseries.com/press/152-steelseries-expands-its-apex-pro-gen-3-series-keyboard-lineupRead 30 September 20264Press articlebasic-tutorials.com/news/steelseries-apex-pro-tkl-gen-3-cyber-and-steel-limited-editions-unveiledRead 30 September 20269Maker product pagesupport.steelseries.com/hc/en-us/articles/48979777539213-What-are-Speed-Switches-on-the-Apex-Pro-TKL-Gen-3-CyberRead 30 September 202610Maker product pagesupport.steelseries.com/hc/en-us/articles/48980311572877-What-are-Control-Switches-on-the-Apex-Pro-TKL-Gen-3-SteelRead 30 September 202611Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 202612Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 202613Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 202614Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 202615Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 202616Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 202617Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 202618Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 202619Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 202620Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 202621Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 202622Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 202623Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 202624Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 202625Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 202626Maker product pagesteelseries.com/ja-jp/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 202627Maker product pagesteelseries.com/ja-jp/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 202628Maker product pagesteelseries.com/ko-kr/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 202629Maker product pagesteelseries.com/ko-kr/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 202630Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 202644Reviewquasarzone.com/bbs/qc_qsz/views/1806958Read 7 October 2026

Tactile bump forceiPeak force of the tactile bump. It is not the force at initial movement or at bottom-out.

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Actuation pointiDistance before a key registers. For adjustable boards, the default profile or setting is stated in the source note.

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Total travel

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Rated keystrokes

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100million1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026

Factory-lubed switches

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Yes1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026"Per Key Lubrication"2Press releasegn.com/newsroom/news/2024/september/steelseries-introduces-the-new-apex-pro-gen-3-seriesRead 30 September 2026

Adjustable actuation

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Yes1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026

Actuation rangeiSelectable actuation distances. These are settings, not a measured usable travel range.

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Min0.1Max4mm1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026

Actuation stepiSmallest documented increment between selectable actuation settings.

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0.1mm2Press releasegn.com/newsroom/news/2024/september/steelseries-introduces-the-new-apex-pro-gen-3-seriesRead 30 September 2026Maker release specifies 40 adjustable levels from 0.1 to 4.0 mm.32Reviewtweaktown.com/reviews/10928/steelseries-apex-pro-gen-3-gaming-keyboard-rapid/index.htmlRead 30 September 2026Software section explicitly states 0.1 mm increments for OmniPoint 3.0/GG on Gen 3. Full-size review, so only the shared switch/software setting is used. Body dimensions and measurements are excluded.

Per-key actuationiActuation can be configured individually for supported keys. The source note identifies any excluded keys.

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Yes1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026FAQ: GG Quick Set presets include Per Key Actuation33Maker product pagesupport.steelseries.com/hc/en-us/articles/34682221142925-Which-Keys-Can-Be-Adjusted-Apex-Pro-Gen-3-TKL-TKL-WirelessRead 30 September 2026Exact maker FAQ: 61 keys have adjustable actuation. Remaining function/navigation keys are not adjustable.

Rapid trigger

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Yes1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026

Minimum rapid trigger movementiSmallest selectable movement used to reset or reactivate a key. This is a setting, not measured accuracy.

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0.1mm13Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026Limited Edition changes answer identifies new spring weights on OmniPoint 3.0 plus colors/keycaps. Shared Gen 3 Rapid Trigger and GG software remain. The independently inspected original software setting is 0.1 mm minimum. No measured input accuracy is implied.38Reviewquasarzone.com/bbs/qc_qsz/views/1806958Read 7 October 2026Wired Black English TKL software inspection, firmware 1.19.3. Rapid Trigger sensitivity 0.1 to 4.0 mm, default 0.2 mm. Smallest selectable reset/reactivation movement, not measured accuracy. Later Cyber/Steel maker FAQ identifies new spring weights and keycap/colors while retaining OmniPoint 3.0 and the shared Rapid Trigger software feature.

Multi-action keys

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Yes1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026"2-in-1 Action Keys": two actions on one key by press depth

SOCD handling

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Yes1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026Maker name: Rapid Tap ("Snaps to your latest key press")

Analog inputiCan send variable gamepad or joystick input. Magnetic sensing or adjustable actuation alone does not establish analog output.

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No6Reviewtechradar.com/computing/keyboards/steelseries-apex-pro-tkl-gen-3-reviewRead 30 September 2026No option to emulate controller joysticks or triggers

Hot-swap socketsiSwitches can be replaced without soldering. Magnetic compatibility must be checked separately.

None15Owner's manualcdsassets.apple.com/live/6GJYWVAV/user/locale/en-gb/magic-keyboard-touch-id-usb-c-ug.pdfRead 21 October 2026Same Battery section: the keyboard contains no user-serviceable parts and must not be opened or disassembled. The scissor keys are sealed and cannot be swapped.

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Compatible switches

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Stabilizers

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Factory-lubed stabilizers

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Keycaps

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Keycap material

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PBT1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026

Legend method

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Doubleshot1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026

Keycap profile

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Keycap thickness

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Shine-through legendsiLight passes through the legends. Translucent keycap sides alone do not count.

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Yes31Reviewrtings.com/keyboard/reviews/steelseries/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026Public Programming paragraph identifies per-key RGB and shine-through legends. Review applies to the TKL variant.

Performance

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Polling rate per connectioniDocumented report rates for each connection. Required receivers or optional adapters are identified in the row and source note.

AApple Magic Keyboard with Touch ID (USB-C)

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BSteelSeries Apex Pro TKL Gen 3

Connection	Polling rate (Hz)
USB (wired)	1,000

Source31Reviewrtings.com/keyboard/reviews/steelseries/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026Public RawPerformance paragraph states maximum 1000 Hz on the wired Gen 3 models. No locked numeric result is used.

Max polling rate

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Polling rate (wired)

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1,000Hz=CalculatedFrom Polling rate per connection

Polling rate (2.4 GHz)

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Polling rate (Bluetooth)

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Scan rateiHow often the keyboard reads its switches. A USB report rate does not establish a scan rate.

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Input latency (claimed)iMaker-published input or response latency with conditions in the source note. Do not calculate this from polling rate.

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0.7ms1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026Technical Specifications: "Response Time 0.7 ms". The Sept 2024 press release says 0.54 ms

Key rollover per connectioniKeys registered simultaneously over the stated connection. Connection is omitted if the source does not specify it.

AApple Magic Keyboard with Touch ID (USB-C)

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BSteelSeries Apex Pro TKL Gen 3

Connection	Rollover
USB (wired)	NKRO

Source31Reviewrtings.com/keyboard/reviews/steelseries/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026Public RawPerformance paragraph states N-key rollover out of the box. Differences section explicitly applies the review to the wired TKL variant.

Anti-ghosting

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Yes35Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-keyboardsRead 7 October 2026Maker explicitly states that all its gaming keyboards have built-in anti-ghosting, and lists this exact TKL Gen 3. Current wired UK Currys table independently says Yes. This is not inferred solely from NKRO.

Adjustable debounce

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Minimum debounce

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Measured

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Latency per connection (measured)iReviewer measurements for one tested setup per row. Settings and test method are stated in the source note. Missing conditions are not inferred.

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Actuation point (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Total travel (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Operating force (measured)iReviewer-measured force at actuation. The switch and actuation setting are stated in the source note.

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Typing noise (measured)iReviewer-measured A-weighted typing sound level. Measurement distance and conditions are stated in the source note.

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Battery life (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Weight (measured)iReviewer-measured keyboard weight without cable or wrist rest. The tested configuration is stated in the source note.

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Connectivity

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Connections

Bluetooth1Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/mjly4ll/a/magic-keyboard-with-touch-id-for-mac-models-with-apple-silicon-usb-c-us-englishRead 20 October 2026Connections: Bluetooth, USB-C port, Wireless. Apple describes the USB-C cable for pairing and charging only, so usb_wired is not stored.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)support.apple.com/en-us/121954Read 20 October 2026Connections: Bluetooth, wireless and a USB-C port.

USB (wired)1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026

Wireless technology

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Bluetooth

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Bluetooth device slots

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Devices it can switch betweeniDistinct device connections available for switching. Do not infer this by adding wireless modes or paired Bluetooth slots.

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Device switchingiControl used to switch between paired device hosts. Connection-mode and OS switches are described separately.

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Receiver connector

None1Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/mjly4ll/a/magic-keyboard-with-touch-id-for-mac-models-with-apple-silicon-usb-c-us-englishRead 20 October 2026The box holds only the keyboard and a USB-C cable. It connects by Bluetooth, so there is no receiver.

None36Reviewgamesradar.com/hardware/gaming-keyboards/steelseries-apex-pro-tkl-gen-3-reviewRead 7 October 2026Exact original review explicitly says fully wired with no 2.4 GHz or Bluetooth connection. Matching complete manual package has no wireless receiver. USB-A cable host plug is not a receiver connector.

Receiver storage in keyboard

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Receiver shared with other devices

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Wireless range

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Detachable cable

Yes1Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/mjly4ll/a/magic-keyboard-with-touch-id-for-mac-models-with-apple-silicon-usb-c-us-englishRead 20 October 2026USB-C port on the keyboard plus a separate USB-C Charging Cable in the box.

Yes1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 20268Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/KB_apex_pro_tkl_gen3_pig_web.pdfRead 30 September 2026Product information guide English overview identifies a removable braided USB-C to USB-A cable.

Port on keyboard

USB-C1Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/mjly4ll/a/magic-keyboard-with-touch-id-for-mac-models-with-apple-silicon-usb-c-us-englishRead 20 October 2026Overview: it features a USB-C port. The back image shows a USB-C port.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)support.apple.com/en-us/121954Read 20 October 2026Connections: USB-C port.

USB-C1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 20268Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/KB_apex_pro_tkl_gen3_pig_web.pdfRead 30 September 2026Guide product overview identifies the keyboard USB-C jack.

Cable plug

USB-C1Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/mjly4ll/a/magic-keyboard-with-touch-id-for-mac-models-with-apple-silicon-usb-c-us-englishRead 20 October 2026Overview: connect to a USB-C port on your Mac.

USB-A1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 20268Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/KB_apex_pro_tkl_gen3_pig_web.pdfRead 30 September 2026Guide cable and package-contents entry identifies USB-A at the host end.

Cable

Braided1Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/mjly4ll/a/magic-keyboard-with-touch-id-for-mac-models-with-apple-silicon-usb-c-us-englishRead 20 October 2026Overview calls it a woven USB-C Charge Cable. Woven is stored as braided. Cable length is not published.

Braided1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 20268Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/KB_apex_pro_tkl_gen3_pig_web.pdfRead 30 September 2026Guide package contents specify braided USB-C to USB-A cable.

Cable length

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USB passthrough

No15Owner's manualcdsassets.apple.com/live/6GJYWVAV/user/locale/en-gb/magic-keyboard-touch-id-usb-c-ug.pdfRead 21 October 2026The guide uses the USB-C port only to pair and to recharge. It describes no data or power output.

No36Reviewgamesradar.com/hardware/gaming-keyboards/steelseries-apex-pro-tkl-gen-3-reviewRead 7 October 2026Exact wired TKL Gen 3 original review explicitly says no passthrough. Full-size Gen 3 and wireless sibling connector claims are excluded.

Works withiSystems on which the keyboard works. Configuration software may have narrower system support.

macOS, iPadOS, iOS1Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/mjly4ll/a/magic-keyboard-with-touch-id-for-mac-models-with-apple-silicon-usb-c-us-englishRead 20 October 2026Apple Store: Mac with Apple silicon using macOS 15.1 or later. The tech specs compatibility lists also name iPhone and iPad models. Touch ID works with Mac only.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)support.apple.com/en-us/121954Read 20 October 2026System requirements: Mac with Apple silicon running macOS 15.1 or later. Compatibility lists name iPhone 13 and later, iPad Pro, iPad Air, iPad and iPad mini, and Mac models.

Windows, macOS1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026

Consoles

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Xbox, PlayStation8Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/KB_apex_pro_tkl_gen3_pig_web.pdfRead 30 September 2026English p3 compatibility and p6 setup explicitly list Xbox and PlayStation alongside PC and Mac.

Battery

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Battery type

Li-ion15Owner's manualcdsassets.apple.com/live/6GJYWVAV/user/locale/en-gb/magic-keyboard-touch-id-usb-c-ug.pdfRead 21 October 2026Apple user guide for the Touch ID USB-C model, Battery section: the lithium-ion battery in your Magic Keyboard should be serviced or recycled by Apple or an authorized service provider.

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Number of batteriesiNumber of replaceable AA or AAA cells required. Internal rechargeable battery packs are not counted here.

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040Retailer pagetarget.com/p/-/A-1007687613Read 7 October 2026Exact 64740 US Black record with matching UPC 810052988160 explicitly says No Battery Used. This establishes zero required replaceable AA/AAA cells. No capacity, runtime or charging behavior copied from Wireless Gen 3. Other Target dimensions/weight are shipping-package values and not used as body facts.

Battery capacity

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User-replaceable battery

No1Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/mjly4ll/a/magic-keyboard-with-touch-id-for-mac-models-with-apple-silicon-usb-c-us-englishRead 20 October 2026Overview: an incredibly long-lasting internal battery. OWC says built-in rechargeable battery. No user-serviceable battery is described.

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Battery life per mode (claimed)iMaker estimates. Store one published native duration unit per row: hours, days or months. Days and months describe calendar use including idle time, not continuous runtime. Do not convert calendar estimates into hours. Connection, lighting and polling rate are included only when published. Brightness, workload, screen status, sleep settings and up-to qualifiers go in the source note.

AApple Magic Keyboard with Touch ID (USB-C)

Lighting	Months
Off	1

Source1Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/mjly4ll/a/magic-keyboard-with-touch-id-for-mac-models-with-apple-silicon-usb-c-us-englishRead 20 October 2026Overview: about a month or more between charges. Stored as 1 month of calendar use, not converted to hours. Apple's footnote says it tested preproduction units in August and September 2024, paired with preproduction 24-inch iMac systems with M4, as a full battery discharge. The keyboard has no backlight, so lighting is stored as off.

BSteelSeries Apex Pro TKL Gen 3

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Longest battery life (claimed)iLongest maker estimate published in hours across the listed modes. Rows published in days or months do not contribute. Conditions can differ between products.

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Battery life, lighting offiLongest maker estimate published in hours with lighting off. Calendar-day and calendar-month estimates are not converted and do not contribute.

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Battery life, lighting oniLongest maker estimate published in hours with lighting enabled. Calendar-day and calendar-month estimates are not converted and do not contribute. Brightness and display conditions are stated in the source note.

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Battery life, backlight on (claimed)iLongest maker up-to estimate published in calendar days with backlighting enabled. Includes idle time and the source-defined usage pattern, not continuous runtime. Brightness, workload, connection and sleep conditions remain in the table and source note. Hours and months are not converted.

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Battery life, backlight off (claimed)iLongest maker up-to estimate published in calendar months with backlighting off. Includes idle time and the source-defined usage pattern, not continuous runtime. Workload, connection and sleep conditions remain in the table and source note. Hours and days are not converted.

1month=CalculatedFrom Battery life per mode (claimed)

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Charging port

USB-C1Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/mjly4ll/a/magic-keyboard-with-touch-id-for-mac-models-with-apple-silicon-usb-c-us-englishRead 20 October 2026Overview: pair and charge with the woven USB-C Charge Cable.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)support.apple.com/en-us/121954Read 20 October 2026Connections: USB-C port. The overview states pair and charge by USB-C.

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Full charge timeiPublished time for a full charge. Approximate times remain qualified in the source note.

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Quick charge

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Use while charging

Yes4Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/en-us/102292Read 20 October 2026Magic Keyboard and Magic Trackpad can be used while charging.

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Solar charging

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Battery indicator

Reported to the OS4Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/en-us/102292Read 20 October 2026Charge level is shown in Control Centre or the Bluetooth menu on the Mac. The device itself has no indicator.

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Build

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Case material

Aluminium structure1Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/mjly4ll/a/magic-keyboard-with-touch-id-for-mac-models-with-apple-silicon-usb-c-us-englishRead 20 October 2026Image descriptions: white keys, silver aluminium structure.

Aluminum top plate1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026"Aluminum Top Plate", "aluminum frame"

Plate material

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Aluminium13Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026Selected wired TKL Steel page explicitly names Aluminum Top Plate. Original Black page independently agrees. New colors do not replace the plate material.34Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 7 October 2026Exact wired TKL Black maker page explicitly names Aluminum Top Plate. This does not assert the entire case is metal.

Mount style

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Flex cuts in PCB

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Sound dampeningiDampening layers the maker or a review names. Foam whose position in the stack is not stated is foam. Films, pads and silicone parts that fit no other option are other.

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Silicone bottom, PCB foam, Plate foam13Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-gb/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026Current maker FAQ names the shared Gen 3 triple-layer dampening foam. Its Limited Edition changes answer identifies spring weights, top-plate colors and translucent keycaps. Exact layer placements come from the original TKL teardown.38Reviewquasarzone.com/bbs/qc_qsz/views/1806958Read 7 October 2026Original wired TKL teardown explicitly identifies silicone in the bottom case, dampening material under the PCB and between plate and PCB, three layers. Maker names the shared Gen 3 architecture triple-layer foam. The later Cyber/Steel maker FAQ identifies changed spring weights, top-plate colors and translucent caps. Their release retains three layers of foam. No tape modification or switch pad inferred.39Press releasegn.com/newsroom/news/2024/september/steelseries-introduces-the-new-apex-pro-gen-3-seriesRead 7 October 2026Maker launch announcement for Gen 3 including TKL explicitly describes three times dampening foam. Specific placements come from exact original TKL teardown, not a full-size teardown.45Press releasesteelseries.com/press/164-steelseries-unveils-limited-edition-cyber-steel-apex-pro-tkl-gen-3-keyboardsRead 7 October 2026Exact September 22, 2026 Cyber/Steel announcement retains three dampening foam layers and OmniPoint 3.0 technology. This corroborates the shared architecture. Layer placements are from original exact wired TKL teardown, not full-size measurements.

Typing anglesiKeyboard slope for each supported foot position, starting with the lowest. An adjustable-foot count does not establish angles. When the maker publishes only the angle with the feet out, that angle is stored alone.

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Spill resistant

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IP rating

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Lighting

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Backlight

None12Retailer pageeshop.macsales.com/item/Apple/MXCK3LLAARead 20 October 2026Specifications: Backlighting No.

RGB per key1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026

LED position

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Lighting zones

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Brightness levelsiSelectable onboard brightness steps. The source note states whether the off position is included.

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Side or underglow lighting

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Lighting sensors

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Lighting sync

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SteelSeries Prism1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026Sync with other SteelSeries devices "using Prism"

Controls

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Media keysiPlayback controlled by separate buttons, an Fn layer or a multifunction knob/rocker. Volume controls are listed separately, and knob presses are excluded from the separate media-button count.

Fn layer1Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/mjly4ll/a/magic-keyboard-with-touch-id-for-mac-models-with-apple-silicon-usb-c-us-englishRead 20 October 2026General: Multimedia keys. The shared F-keys are not separate media buttons.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)support.apple.com/en-us/121954Read 20 October 2026General: Multimedia keys.

Dedicated8Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/KB_apex_pro_tkl_gen3_pig_web.pdfRead 30 September 2026English p8 lists physical multimedia button/roller controls without Fn.

Separate media buttonsiSeparate physical buttons for playback or mute, counted once each. Fn shortcuts, macro buttons, knob presses and roller presses are excluded.

01Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/mjly4ll/a/magic-keyboard-with-touch-id-for-mac-models-with-apple-silicon-usb-c-us-englishRead 20 October 2026Playback is on the shared F7 to F9 keys in the maker photo. There are no separate media buttons.

18Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/KB_apex_pro_tkl_gen3_pig_web.pdfRead 30 September 2026English p8: OLED Menu Button single press play/pause, double press next, triple press previous. One physical multifunction button counted once. Roller press mute excluded.

Volume control

Keys7Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/en-us/102439Read 20 October 2026The top row controls media playback and volume by default, and Fn selects the standard function keys. The maker photo shows volume on F10 to F12. No knob or roller.

Roller7Reviewtechaeris.com/2025/06/23/steelseries-apex-pro-tkl-gen3-reviewRead 30 September 2026"The wheel also controls the volume, by default"

Knobs

01Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/mjly4ll/a/magic-keyboard-with-touch-id-for-mac-models-with-apple-silicon-usb-c-us-englishRead 20 October 2026The maker photos show no knob or roller.

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Programmable knob

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Knob press

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Separate macro keysiSeparate physical keys or buttons intended for macros. Excludes ordinary remappable keys, media buttons and a dedicated software-launch button.

01Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/mjly4ll/a/magic-keyboard-with-touch-id-for-mac-models-with-apple-silicon-usb-c-us-englishRead 20 October 2026The maker photo shows no macro keys, only esc, F1 to F12 and the standard keys.

036Reviewgamesradar.com/hardware/gaming-keyboards/steelseries-apex-pro-tkl-gen-3-reviewRead 7 October 2026Review expressly says no dedicated macro buttons. Ordinary remappable keys, Fn macro-recording shortcut and media button are excluded.

Built-in screen

None1Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/mjly4ll/a/magic-keyboard-with-touch-id-for-mac-models-with-apple-silicon-usb-c-us-englishRead 20 October 2026The maker photos show no screen.

OLED1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026OLED Smart Display

Touchpad

No1Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/mjly4ll/a/magic-keyboard-with-touch-id-for-mac-models-with-apple-silicon-usb-c-us-englishRead 20 October 2026The maker photos show no touchpad.

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Fingerprint reader

Yes1Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/mjly4ll/a/magic-keyboard-with-touch-id-for-mac-models-with-apple-silicon-usb-c-us-englishRead 20 October 2026Page title and overview: Magic Keyboard with Touch ID. Image descriptions show a round Touch ID sensor.

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OS mode switch

None1Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/mjly4ll/a/magic-keyboard-with-touch-id-for-mac-models-with-apple-silicon-usb-c-us-englishRead 20 October 2026The back image description shows a power switch and the USB-C port. There is no OS selector and no key combination for it.3Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/guide/imac/magic-keyboard-apd0e7983e19/macRead 20 October 2026The guide mentions only the on/off switch.

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Windows key lock

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Yes38Reviewquasarzone.com/bbs/qc_qsz/views/1806958Read 7 October 2026Original wired TKL review explicitly lists Windows Key Lock among status indicators. This proves the lock feature, without importing an older Apex shortcut or claiming a separate physical Win-lock button.

Software

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Software

macOS System Settings3Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/guide/imac/magic-keyboard-apd0e7983e19/macRead 20 October 2026Names System Settings and its Touch ID and Keyboard sections. This is built-in host software, not a keyboard utility.

SteelSeries GG1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026GG Engine and GG Quick Set in SteelSeries GG

Software runs on

macOS3Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/guide/imac/magic-keyboard-apd0e7983e19/macRead 20 October 2026The guide describes macOS settings. Other platforms are not inferred.

Windows, macOS1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026GG Engine: Windows 10+, macOS 11+ (not all features). Quick Set: Windows only

Open firmware

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Onboard memory

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Yes1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026

Onboard profilesiProfiles stored on the keyboard, including fixed defaults when the maker counts them. Software-only profiles are excluded.

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51Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026"On-Board Memory 5 Custom Profiles"

Macros

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Yes8Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/KB_apex_pro_tkl_gen3_pig_web.pdfRead 30 September 2026English p7 explains standalone macro recording.

Macros stored onboardiRecorded command sequences run from keyboard storage without the configuration app. Onboard lighting or remapping alone does not establish this.

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Yes8Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/KB_apex_pro_tkl_gen3_pig_web.pdfRead 30 September 2026English p7 on-the-fly recording binds a sequence to a key without software.

Key remapping

Yes8Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/guide/mac-help/change-the-behavior-of-the-modifier-keys-mchlp1011/macRead 20 October 2026macOS Keyboard Shortcuts > Modifier Keys can change what Control, Option, Command and Caps Lock do. This is host-side modifier remapping, not arbitrary onboard remapping.

Yes6Reviewtechradar.com/computing/keyboards/steelseries-apex-pro-tkl-gen-3-reviewRead 30 September 2026

LayersiTotal key mapping layers including the base layer. Lighting effect layers and profile slots are excluded.

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User firmware updates

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Yes37Maker product pagetechblog.steelseries.com/2024/10/30/GG-notes-74.0.0.htmlRead 7 October 2026Producer software team release notes explicitly list Apex Pro TKL Gen 3 Firmware update in Engine. This is the wired TKL, not the separately named Wireless variant. October 30, 2024 entry proves user updates, without claiming latest firmware.

Ergonomics

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Wrist rest

None16Retailer pagebhphotovideo.com/c/product/1997951-REG/apple_mjly4ll_a_magic_keyboard_with_touch.htmlRead 21 October 2026Specs for the exact part MJLY4LL/A: Wrist Rest No. The box holds only the keyboard and a cable. The page was read in a browser because B&H blocks plain fetches.

Detachable5Retailer pagenewegg.com/steelseries-apex-pro-tkl-gen-3-wired-hypermagnetic-gaming-keyboard-with-rapid-tap-rapid-trigger-adjustable-actuation-64740-mechanical-keyboard-omnipoint-adjustable-switch/p/N82E16823239062Read 30 September 2026"Palm Rest: Detachable". Magnetic attachment per the Gaming Trend and Techaeris reviews

Wrist rest material

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Tenting

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Tenting angles

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Dimensions and weight

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DimensionsiKeyboard body dimensions with fitted keycaps, without wrist rest and with feet folded. Any different measurement condition is stated in the source note. Width is the longest side, depth runs front to back and height is the thickness. Map by size when the maker's labels differ.

Width278.9Depth114.9Height10.9Front height4.1mm(11 × 4.5 × 0.4 × 0.2 in)1Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/mjly4ll/a/magic-keyboard-with-touch-id-for-mac-models-with-apple-silicon-usb-c-us-englishRead 20 October 2026Size and Weight: height 0.41 to 1.09 cm, width 27.89 cm, depth 11.49 cm, converted exactly to mm. 10.9 mm is the back edge and 4.1 mm the front edge of the slope.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)support.apple.com/en-us/121954Read 20 October 2026Height 0.41 to 1.09 cm, width 27.89 cm, depth 11.49 cm.

Width355Depth129Height42mm(14 × 5.1 × 1.7 in)1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026

Dimensions with wrist rest

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Keyboard weightiKeyboard without cable or wrist rest. Weights that include accessories cannot be stored here. A cable that cannot be removed is included. Replaceable batteries are included, as built-in batteries are.

243g(8.6 oz)1Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/mjly4ll/a/magic-keyboard-with-touch-id-for-mac-models-with-apple-silicon-usb-c-us-englishRead 20 October 2026Weight 0.243 kg (0.54 pound). Apple footnote: weight varies by configuration and manufacturing process.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)support.apple.com/en-us/121954Read 20 October 2026Weight 0.243 kg (0.54 pound).

974g(2.1 lb)1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026

Weight including wrist restiKeyboard plus supplied wrist rest, excluding packaging. The source note identifies any included cable.

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Box dimensions

Width307.3Height20.3Depth124.5mm(12.1 × 0.8 × 4.9 in)16Retailer pagebhphotovideo.com/c/product/1997951-REG/apple_mjly4ll_a_magic_keyboard_with_touch.htmlRead 21 October 2026Packaging Info: Box Dimensions (LxWxH) 12.1 x 4.9 x 0.8 in, converted to 307.3 x 124.5 x 20.3 mm. Mapped by size: width 307.3, depth 124.5, height 20.3. The Abt listing gives a package size of 1 x 5 x 12 in, which agrees at its rounding.

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Box weightiOne retail package including its contents. A multi-unit shipping carton weight is excluded.

428.6g(15.1 oz)16Retailer pagebhphotovideo.com/c/product/1997951-REG/apple_mjly4ll_a_magic_keyboard_with_touch.htmlRead 21 October 2026Packaging Info: Package Weight 0.945 lb, converted to 428.6 g. The Abt listing for the same part gives a package weight of 1 lb, which agrees at its rounding.

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Certifications

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Platform certifications

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Other certifications

FCC ID BCGA311817Regulatory filingfccid.io/BCGA3118Read 21 October 2026FCC ID BCGA3118, Apple Inc., product code A3118, equipment class Wireless Keyboard, operating range 2402-2480 MHz, grant dated 2024-10-28. The test reports are scanned images and give no Bluetooth version.

EU RoHS 2011/65/EU and 2015/863/EU conformity, EU EMC Directive 2014/30/EU conformity, EU Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/EU conformity, EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation 2025/40 conformity, REACH (EC) 1907/2006 conformity, UKCA conformity, FCC Part 15 Class B, Canadian ICES-003 Class B, KC R-R-SSx-KB24, VCCI-B41Maker spec sheet (PDF)support.steelseries.com/hc/en-us/article_attachments/46395680301965Read 7 October 2026Producer Portuguese EU declaration page 1 explicitly binds Apex Pro TKL GEN 3 and regulatory model KB24 to RoHS, EMC, LVD, PPWR and REACH. Signed May 13, 2026. UKCA comes from exact KB24 UK declaration signed October 24, 2024. FCC Class B, ICES-003 Class B, KC R-R-SSx-KB24 and VCCI-B are on matching wired KB24 manual pages 30-33. The English link on producer EU support page incorrectly leads to Wireless KB25/KB25TX and is excluded. No radio approval inferred from boilerplate or FCC radio ID invented.42Maker spec sheet (PDF)support.steelseries.com/hc/en-us/article_attachments/32756160830861Read 7 October 2026Exact signed UKCA declaration: Marketing Name Apex Pro TKL Gen 3, Model KB24. Signed October 24, 2024. Do not confuse full-size KB23 or wireless KB25.43Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/KB_apex_pro_tkl_gen3_pig_web.pdfRead 7 October 2026Wired regulatory KB24 manual printed pages 30-33 declares FCC Part 15 Class B, ICES-003 Class B, KC R-R-SSx-KB24 and VCCI-B. The generic RED/radio boilerplate is not used to infer wired radio capability.

In the box

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In the box

Magic Keyboard with Touch ID, USB-C Charging Cable1Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/mjly4ll/a/magic-keyboard-with-touch-id-for-mac-models-with-apple-silicon-usb-c-us-englishRead 20 October 2026What's in the Box: Magic Keyboard with Touch ID, USB-C Charging Cable.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)support.apple.com/en-us/121954Read 20 October 2026In the box: Magic Keyboard with Touch ID and USB-C charging cable.

Apex Pro TKL Gen 3 Gaming Keyboard, Detachable Braided USB-C to USB-A Cable, Keycap Puller, Extension Adapter, Wrist Rest, Product Information Guide1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026

Cables included

AApple Magic Keyboard with Touch ID (USB-C)

Type	Count
USB-C Charging Cable	1

Source1Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/mjly4ll/a/magic-keyboard-with-touch-id-for-mac-models-with-apple-silicon-usb-c-us-englishRead 20 October 2026One USB-C Charging Cable.

BSteelSeries Apex Pro TKL Gen 3

Type	Count
Detachable Braided USB-C to USB-A Cable	1

Source1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 20268Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/KB_apex_pro_tkl_gen3_pig_web.pdfRead 30 September 2026Guide package contents list one detachable braided USB-C to USB-A cable.

Spare switches

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Links

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Product page

www.apple.com/shop/product/mjly4ll/a/magic-keyboard-with-touch-id-for-mac-models-with-apple-silicon-usb-c-us-english1Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/mjly4ll/a/magic-keyboard-with-touch-id-for-mac-models-with-apple-silicon-usb-c-us-englishRead 20 October 2026Apple Store page for the US English model MJLY4LL/A.

steelseries.com/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-31Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026

Spec sheet

support.apple.com/en-us/1219542Maker spec sheet (PDF)support.apple.com/en-us/121954Read 20 October 2026Apple Tech Specs page for the Touch ID USB-C model, Year Introduced 2024. It is a web page, not a PDF.

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Manual

support.apple.com/guide/imac/magic-keyboard-apd0e7983e19/mac3Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/guide/imac/magic-keyboard-apd0e7983e19/macRead 20 October 2026Official Magic Keyboard guide for iMac. It covers the Lock Key, Touch ID and Touch ID with Numeric Keypad models and describes USB-C pairing and charging.

downloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/KB_apex_pro_tkl_gen3_pig_web.pdf8Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/KB_apex_pro_tkl_gen3_pig_web.pdfRead 30 September 2026Maker Support links this Product Information Guide for the exact wired Gen 3 TKL. English pages 3-9.

EPREL registration numberiId in the EU energy label database. Each size or model of a series has its own id, so it is per variant.

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Warranty

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Manufacturer warranty (source market)iThe maker's warranty period for the exact SKU or configuration and market named in the source note. It applies only to that stated market, not every regional variant. Statutory consumer rights are excluded. The base term is stored. An extension that needs registration goes in the source note.

1year9Maker product pageapple.com/legal/warranty/products/accessory-warranty-english.htmlRead 20 October 2026Apple One-Year Limited Warranty for Apple-branded accessories, one year from original retail purchase. The page does not name a market, and the stored price is US. Abt also lists 1 year parts and labor for MJLY4LL/A.

1year1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-keyboards/apex-pro-gen-3Read 30 September 2026US page, product JSON-LD: 12 months SteelSeries Limited Warranty

Both are also in the API. Back to all keyboards.