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Apple is celebrating its 50th anniversary this week. So, what do you get for such an occasion (other than giving Apple your hard-earned cash every time it releases something new)? If you’ve been a devoted Apple user for many of those 50 years–or maybe all of them–why not give yourself something nice for the occasion?
8BitDo’s Retro 68 Keyboard is designed as a replica of the classic Apple II keyboard that was released in June 1977 (so not quite 50 years ago). But the Apple II was the first computer for a lot of longtime Apple users, so this is the perfect item to pay tribute to those memories.
Inside the retro design are a few modern touches. It connects wirelessly via Bluetooth and has a 6,500 mAh battery that offers 300 hours of runtime before you need to charge it. It has an RGB backlit and uses Kailh Box Ice Cream Pro Max switches for the keys. It weighs in at a hefty 4.85 pounds (2,200 grams), but you probably won’t be moving it very far.
It also comes with a special edition of 8BitDo’s Wireless Super Buttons, which can be programmed to perform frequent functions.
The Retro 68 Keyboard is $500–8BitDo does label it a “Limited Edition” keyboard, but doesn’t say how limited the inventory will be. The company does include a special anniversary certificate with the keyboard. The keyboard starts shipping in June and is available for preorder now.
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Title: This $500 8BitDo keyboard is the perfect Apple 50th anniversary gift
Sourced From: www.macworld.com/article/3106481/this-500-8bitdo-keyboard-is-the-perfect-apple-50th-anniversary-gift.html
Published Date: Fri, 03 Apr 2026 17:18:43 +0000
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