Input · The Beige Era · 1987
Apple Extended Keyboard
The Extended Keyboard is still worshipped for its layout, heft and mechanical feel, becoming the gold standard of classic Mac typing.
Apple Extended Keyboard: key facts
When was the Apple Extended Keyboard released?
The Apple Extended Keyboard was released in 1987. Apple discontinued it in 1994.
How much did the Apple Extended Keyboard cost?
The Apple Extended Keyboard launched at $163 in 1987 — about $460 in today’s money (approximate, US CPI).
What are the Apple Extended Keyboard’s specs?
The Apple Extended Keyboard used a N/A, with None of memory. It ran Driver / firmware support.
Why does the Apple Extended Keyboard matter?
Legendary full-size mechanical Mac keyboard.
Full specifications
| CPU | N/A |
|---|---|
| Cores | — |
| Memory (RAM) | None |
| Storage | — |
| Display | None |
| GPU | N/A |
| Ports | ADB |
| Weight | Varies by model |
| Dimensions | Full-size mechanical keyboard |
| Operating system | Driver / firmware support |
| Released | 1987 |
| Discontinued | 1994 |
| Launch price | $163 |
How the Apple Extended Keyboard compares to today
Launched at $163 in 1987 — about $460 in today’s money (approx., US CPI).
Cross-architecture speed figures are clock-only and approximate; inflation figures use US CPI.
Did you know?
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Last updated: 2026-06-27