A Subtle Desktop Refresh

Design and Build: Moving to Icons

The most notable change to the latest Magic Keyboards is a subtle visual shift: Apple has removed text labels from many keys in favor of using glyphs instead. This design choice modernizes the look of the peripheral.

Common keys like tab, caps lock, return, shift, and delete drop their traditional text in favor of showing icons only. While this does not alter the fundamental ergonomics or travel of the keys, it aligns the accessory's aesthetic with other recent Apple design choices.

Pricing and Lineup Options

Apple continues to offer the Magic Keyboard in multiple configurations to suit different desk setups and security preferences. The change to glyphs applies across all new Magic Keyboard models.

Buyers can choose from three specific variants:

• Standard Magic Keyboard: Priced at $99.
• Magic Keyboard with Touch ID: Priced at $149.
• Magic Keyboard with Touch ID and Numeric Keypad: Priced at $179.

For consumers looking to match a new desktop purchase, these models represent the current standard for first-party Apple typing accessories.