Binding: Electronics Brand: Microsoft Color: N/A EAN: 0882224015462 Keyboard Description: QWERTY Label: Microsoft Manufacturer: Microsoft Material Type: plastic Model: B2M-00012 Publisher: Microsoft Release Date: September 15, 2005 Sales Rank: 116 Special Features: nv:Keyboard Type^Ergonomic|Connection Type^USB|Special Features^Zoom|Special Features^Multimedia Controls Studio: Microsoft Warranty: 3 years warranty
Features:
Cutting-edge design and improved performance for maximium productivity
Product DescriptionA 14 degree gable separates the two groups of keys, which is complemented by the curved key bed and 7-degree wrist rest for what looks to be a truly comfortable typing experience. Other notable features include a zoom slider, five programmable favorites keys for launching documents and applications, forward & backward keys located in the center of the keyboard, hotkeys, and the standard enhanced function keys.
Customer Reviews
Average Rating:
Rating: - Nice design, bad execution
It's a comfortable keyboard to use, and the extras like the volume buttons and other shortcut keys are nice, but the workmanship and quality is just lousy. It often misses the 'i' key when I'm typing which is quite annoying. Yesterday my escape key stopped working all night until it magically started working again this morning.
I have also had problems with a recent Microsoft mouse that I bought, which they replaced for free after 6 months when I called them and complained, but the ... Read More
Rating: - Comfort and Quiet
Just a couple points on this keyboard. Its not good for 2-finger typing, so for those of you that hunt-and-peck, don't get this keyboard!
For the rest of us, you will notice reduced hand and wrist strain (I noticed it immediately). Its fast (you will probably increase in typing speed) and its quiet (One of the reasons I choose it). AFTER you get used to it (about 2 weeks), you will love it! The padded, leather-like material in the wrist support is very comfortable.
I find the "calculator" ... Read More
Rating: - Key placement is great, space bar makes me regret the purchase
I've had this keyboard for a few weeks. It's my third split ergonomic keyboard, my first from Microsoft. The hand position feels just right, but depressing the keys is noisy and unpleasant. The space bar is worst of all, since hitting it anywhere but right in the middle requires an extra hard press. And since this is a split keyboard, my thumbs don't reach to the middle of the space bar when in the standard typing position. I had hoped the space key would loosen up to allow my off-center use without ... Read More
Rating: - What is up with the SPACEBAR?
I upgraded from the Microsoft Natural Ergo Keyboard to this one and I am back to using my original keyboard. The good thing about this keyboard is that it allows you type in a more comfortable and natural position. The wrist rests are a bit softer than my original natural ergo keyboard.
If you use this for typing out letters, amazon reviews, and essays, you will do just fine. That's because your two thumbs will rest in the center of the SPACEBAR. This is enough force to get desired response. ... Read More
Rating: - Small price to pay
If you spend too long at a desk and the aches and pains associated with typing your life away are getting to you, I would heartily recommend this keyboard as part of an ergonomic make-over. There are plenty of other very competent reviews here that go into the finer points, but my 2 cents? It probably won't cure major woes on it's own, but with proper monitor height, foot position and all that jazz, I have certainly noticed a significant improvement. Bottom line my wrists and hands are more comfortable during ... Read More
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- Nice design, bad execution
- Comfort and Quiet