Apple Magic Keyboard (A1644 old model, no Touch ID, no numeric keypad) is available at Mascom International, Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD, priced at KSh 19,000 for the silver finish with white keys and Lightning charging port. This compact wireless keyboard measures 27.9 cm wide, weighs 231 grams, and connects to any Bluetooth-enabled Mac running OS X 10.11 or later through automatic pairing that recognises your computer the moment you plug in the included Lightning to USB cable. The Apple Magic Keyboard carries a built-in rechargeable battery that runs for approximately one month of typical typing between charges, which eliminates the AA battery replacement routine that frustrated users of the older Apple Wireless Keyboard it replaced. At Mascom International, this Apple Magic Keyboard ships with genuine Apple packaging, the original Lightning to USB cable, and professional setup assistance for Mac users across Kenya who want reliable desktop input without the cost of the newer Touch ID version.

Apple Magic Keyboard (A1644) suits Kenya's Mac users who prioritise a clean desk layout, frequent travel between office and home workstations, and dependable typing without paying for fingerprint authentication they will not use. Graphic designers working on iMac and Mac mini setups in Nairobi's creative studios appreciate the compact 27.9 cm width because it leaves room for a Wacom tablet, mouse pad, or colour reference sheets within arm's reach on standard desks. Writers, academic researchers, and legal professionals who produce thousands of words daily rely on the scissor-mechanism key response for accuracy during long sessions, while developers pairing the keyboard with Mac mini home offices value the silent key action that keeps household noise down during late-night builds. The Apple Magic Keyboard is also a practical choice for households with multiple Mac devices, since the Bluetooth pairing can be switched between a MacBook, iMac, and iPad Pro in under a minute through System Settings.

Apple Magic Keyboard (A1644) stands apart from the generic Bluetooth keyboards sold by other electronics retailers in Kenya because it is the genuine Apple product built specifically for macOS rather than a third-party imitation with reassigned modifier keys. The Command, Option, and Control keys sit in their correct macOS positions, the function row maps directly to macOS brightness, volume, Mission Control, and Launchpad shortcuts, and the Eject key on the top-right works natively with disc drives on older Macs. Users consistently report that the typing feel matches the built-in keyboards on MacBook Air and MacBook Pro models of the same era, which means moving between a laptop and this desktop keyboard requires no muscle-memory adjustment. At Mascom International, we're seeing steady demand from Mac owners who bought their computer years ago and now need to replace a failing third-party keyboard or upgrade from the original Apple Magic Keyboard with AA batteries that has finally reached the end of its service life.

The Apple Magic Keyboard (A1644) is Apple's compact wireless desktop keyboard produced between October 2015 and May 2021, identified by the model number A1644 and sold exclusively in silver with white keys. This is the older generation that predates the 2021 redesign, which means it does not include a Touch ID fingerprint sensor, does not include a numeric keypad on the right side, and charges through a Lightning port rather than the USB-C port found on the 2024 refresh. The keyboard uses Bluetooth for wireless connection to Mac computers and iOS devices, includes a built-in rechargeable battery that lasts about one month between charges, and comes with a Lightning to USB cable for both charging and initial pairing. For Mac users in Kenya who want genuine Apple hardware at a lower price than the current Touch ID version, this older A1644 model delivers identical typing quality since the scissor-mechanism under each key remained unchanged between the 2015 release and the 2021 redesign.

Price is the primary reason, and it is a meaningful one for Kenyan Mac owners who already have working authentication on their computer. The Touch ID version costs roughly double the price of the A1644 old model because the fingerprint sensor requires additional hardware and secure pairing with Apple silicon Macs, which adds manufacturing cost that gets passed to the buyer. If your Mac is an Intel-based iMac, Mac mini, or Mac Pro from 2019 or earlier, the Touch ID keyboard cannot use its fingerprint feature on your machine anyway, since Touch ID in external keyboards requires an Apple M-series chip with Secure Enclave. That makes the A1644 old model the rational choice for Intel Mac users since you get identical typing quality, identical build materials, and identical wireless range without paying for a fingerprint sensor that will not function on your computer. Content creators in Nairobi running iMac 2017 or 2019 models, small business owners using Mac mini 2018 units, and design studios with Intel-based Mac Pro systems all fall into this category where the older A1644 delivers the same day-to-day experience at a significantly lower Kenyan retail price.

The Apple Magic Keyboard (A1644) contains a built-in lithium-ion rechargeable battery that lasts approximately one month or more between charges during typical daily typing, based on Apple's own testing conducted with preproduction units paired to iMac systems. Charging happens through the Lightning port on the back edge of the keyboard, using the included Lightning to USB cable plugged into any USB-A port on your Mac, a USB wall adapter, or a compatible USB battery pack. A full charge from empty to complete takes roughly two hours when connected to a standard USB port, and you can continue typing while the keyboard charges since the Lightning cable does not disconnect Bluetooth during charging. For Kenyan users who experience occasional power interruptions, the month-long battery means you are rarely caught off guard without a functional keyboard, and the Lightning cable works as a wired connection when the battery is completely flat, so you can keep typing even during the brief period before charging restores wireless operation.

The Apple Magic Keyboard (A1644) measures 27.9 cm in width, 11.49 cm in depth, and ranges from 0.41 cm at the thin edge to 1.09 cm at the rear edge where the battery and Bluetooth module sit. Total weight comes to 231 grams, which is light enough to carry between home and office in a laptop bag without adding noticeable weight, yet solid enough that the keyboard does not slide around during fast typing sessions. The compact footprint without the numeric keypad suits desks where space matters more than a number pad, including dual-monitor workstations, small home office setups in Nairobi apartments, and shared hot-desking environments where multiple users swap the same workspace throughout the day. Accountants, financial analysts, and data entry professionals who rely on a dedicated number pad for spreadsheet work should look at the numeric keypad version instead, since the A1644 compact layout requires using the top-row numbers and a Shift-based approach for symbol entry that slows down intensive data work.

The Apple Magic Keyboard (A1644) pairs automatically with any Mac running OS X 10.11 El Capitan or later, iPadOS devices running iPadOS 13.4 or later for trackpad features, and iOS devices running iOS 9.1 or later for basic keyboard input. The first-time setup takes under a minute: connect the keyboard to your Mac using the included Lightning to USB cable, and the Mac recognises the keyboard automatically, assigns it a Bluetooth identity, and completes pairing without requiring passwords or pairing codes. Disconnect the cable afterward and the keyboard continues to work wirelessly with a reliable Bluetooth range of approximately 10 metres in open indoor conditions. Switching between paired devices requires manually selecting the keyboard in each device's Bluetooth settings, since the A1644 does not include the multi-device switching button found on some third-party productivity keyboards. Kenyan users with both a Mac and an iPad Pro typically keep the keyboard paired to the Mac and use a separate approach like the iPad's own on-screen keyboard or a dedicated iPad keyboard folio for tablet typing.

The Apple Magic Keyboard (A1644) uses the same scissor-mechanism under each key that Apple introduced to correct the reliability problems of the earlier butterfly keyboard generation, which means typing feel is consistent with MacBook Air and MacBook Pro models from 2020 onward. Key travel measures approximately 1 mm with a crisp tactile response and a quiet return stroke that does not disturb others in shared office environments or households. The low-profile design keeps your wrists in a natural position without requiring a wrist rest, which reduces strain during extended typing sessions common for writers, translators, and transcription professionals across Kenya's language services sector. Users consistently report that accuracy improves within the first week of daily use because the key stability prevents the slight wobble that causes mistyped keys on cheaper membrane keyboards. The keys do not produce the mechanical clickiness that gaming keyboard users might prefer, so if you come from a Cherry MX Blue or similar mechanical switch setup, the transition takes a few days of adjustment.

The Apple Magic Keyboard (A1644) does connect to Windows PCs through standard Bluetooth pairing, but the experience comes with limitations worth understanding before you buy. Windows recognises the keyboard as a generic Bluetooth keyboard, so basic typing works immediately, but the modifier keys behave in positions that Windows users find confusing: the Command key sits where Alt normally lives, and the Option key occupies the Windows key position. The function row shortcuts for brightness, volume, and media control do not trigger Windows equivalents without installing third-party remapping software like Karabiner-Elements alternatives for Windows, and some users report that Bluetooth re-pairing after sleep takes longer on Windows than on macOS. The keyboard also does not produce any sound or light feedback to indicate charging status on Windows, since the macOS battery indicator uses Apple's proprietary protocol. For dedicated Windows users looking for a compact Bluetooth keyboard at KSh 19,000, Mascom International stocks alternative options built for Windows that include the correct Windows modifier key layout and full function row compatibility.

The A1644 appeals to specific user groups across Kenya's Mac community who share common requirements: they already own a Mac and need a reliable desktop keyboard, they prefer the compact size without a numeric keypad, and they want genuine Apple hardware at a lower price than the current Touch ID version. Graphic designers and illustrators at creative studios in Westlands and Kilimani pair this keyboard with iMac and Mac mini setups alongside Wacom tablets for illustration work. University lecturers and postgraduate researchers at University of Nairobi, Strathmore, and USIU who write extensively on MacBook Pro models use the keyboard as a desktop extension that lets them work from a home office with proper ergonomic positioning. Small business owners running accounting software on Mac mini systems choose the compact version when their workflow does not require the numeric keypad, freeing desk space for dual monitors or document stands. Photographers processing images in Lightroom and Capture One on Mac Pro workstations appreciate the quiet typing that does not interrupt client consultations when reviewing photos together at the workstation. Students who received a used MacBook as a gift or inherited an older iMac from family members often buy this keyboard as an upgrade from whatever generic Bluetooth keyboard came with the setup.

Mascom International delivers the Apple Magic Keyboard (A1644) to all 47 counties across Kenya with payment collected on arrival, which means no upfront payment before the keyboard reaches your address. Delivery to major cities including Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, Eldoret, Thika, and Nyeri typically completes within one business day from order confirmation, while remote locations throughout the country receive delivery within two to three business days depending on courier routing. The payment-on-arrival arrangement lets you open the package, verify the genuine Apple packaging and Lightning cable, confirm the keyboard powers on and pairs with your Mac, and complete payment only after the keyboard meets your expectations. Our team can be reached at +254 708 852 521 to place your order by phone, or you can email info@mascomintl.com with questions about compatibility with specific Mac models, or browse the full Apple accessory range at www.mascomintl.com. Every delivered Apple Magic Keyboard includes the Lightning to USB cable, Apple documentation, and remote setup assistance from the Mascom International team if you need help with first-time pairing or Bluetooth configuration.

Apple Magic Keyboard (A1644 old model, no Touch ID, no numeric keypad) is in stock now at Mascom International, Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD. Visit our shop to test the scissor-mechanism typing feel, confirm the Bluetooth pairing with your own MacBook or iPhone, and receive expert guidance on whether this older A1644 version or the newer Touch ID model suits your specific Mac setup and budget. The silver with white keys finish is the only colour option for this model, matching the standard iMac, MacBook Air, and Mac mini aesthetic that has remained consistent across Apple's desktop lineup. For customers outside Nairobi, we deliver across all 47 counties with payment collected on arrival — call +254 708 852 521 to place your order, email info@mascomintl.com with specific compatibility questions, or browse the full Apple accessory range including mice, trackpads, and cables at www.mascomintl.com. Every purchase includes genuine Apple packaging, the original Lightning to USB cable, 12 months of warranty coverage, and hands-on pairing support from our team for first-time Mac users across Kenya.