Input · The Translucent Revolution · 2000
Apple Pro Keyboard
The Pro Keyboard brought a full layout and dramatic clear shell to the graphite-and-acrylic Mac era.
Apple Pro Keyboard: key facts
When was the Apple Pro Keyboard released?
The Apple Pro Keyboard was released in July 2000. Apple discontinued it in 2003.
How much did the Apple Pro Keyboard cost?
The Apple Pro Keyboard launched at $59 in 2000 — about $110 in today’s money (approximate, US CPI).
What are the Apple Pro Keyboard’s specs?
The Apple Pro Keyboard used a N/A, with None of memory. It ran Driver / firmware support.
Why does the Apple Pro Keyboard matter?
Full-size clear Apple keyboard for the Power Mac G4 era.
Full specifications
| CPU | N/A |
|---|---|
| Cores | — |
| Memory (RAM) | None |
| Storage | — |
| Display | None |
| GPU | N/A |
| Ports | USB |
| Weight | Varies by model |
| Dimensions | Clear-and-black USB keyboard |
| Operating system | Driver / firmware support |
| Released | July 2000 |
| Discontinued | 2003 |
| Launch price | $59 |
How the Apple Pro Keyboard compares to today
Launched at $59 in 2000 — about $110 in today’s money (approx., US CPI).
Cross-architecture speed figures are clock-only and approximate; inflation figures use US CPI.
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Last updated: 2026-06-27