Many products in the computer world have become utilitarian. This is surprising, considering how young the consumer computer industry is. Occasionally, a company besides Apple takes a risk by releasing a premium-priced product that does not necessarily offer additional features but looks and feels beautiful. The Moshi Celesta embodies this mentality.

It is an extremely basic wired keyboard (that wire is the only flaw) made of keys, aluminum, and a reflective top. It does not offer an extensive array of programmable keys and sliders. Its focus is elegance. The Moshi logotype is gracefully illuminated along with the caps lock and number lock indicators. It offers two USB ports, volume controls, and an eject key (all recognized by OS X). Although it is not designed for ergonomic perfection, it is still very comfortable to use with a built-in downward angle. When the keyboard is not being used, one can cover the keys with an embroidered dust cover. This reviewer assumed the dust cover was meant for cleaning until he opened it and realized it was a perfect fit.

The Moshi Celesta was born to rest in front of an iMac. If one is feeling nostalgic then it is easy to imagine it also placed next to an Apple Cube. I miss the convenience of having more desk space while using an Apple wireless Bluetooth keyboard (which lacks a numerical keypad), but I am quickly forgetting I ever owned it.

Basically, if you are searching for a way to quickly upgrade the aesthetics of your work environment, I highly recommend this product.

The Moshi Celesta Keyboard is available for US$120 from Dr. Bott.

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