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Logitech Wave Keyboard
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Better than it's more expensive brother.
(5 out of 5) by John Williams on Jun 25, 2008 (Lancashire, UK)Hi. I just got my Wave keyboard and I'm extremely impressed. I've been struggling with a G15 for two months and just couldn't get on with it. The keys seemed to be leftward leaning and I kept pressing the one to the right-t instead of y for example.
The Wave is just perfect and the keys seem to be ideally laid out for me.
Perhaps I should point out that I'm not a touch typist. In fact I'm a rubbbish typist but I learnt my hunt and peck technique on a, now defunct, MS Natural so perhaps that's why I like this. It feels even better in terms of ergonomics,it's not so extreme.
Another pro for the Wave is the build quality. The whole chassis feels substantial and the finish and plastics used make it look really good.
In fact it looks and feels a more expensive product than the G15 which is odd considering that's Logitech's Gaming flagship.
I'd recommend this to anyone and I don't think it too dramatically different from a straight keyboard for someone used to one of those to get used to.
John Williams
The Wave is just perfect and the keys seem to be ideally laid out for me.
Perhaps I should point out that I'm not a touch typist. In fact I'm a rubbbish typist but I learnt my hunt and peck technique on a, now defunct, MS Natural so perhaps that's why I like this. It feels even better in terms of ergonomics,it's not so extreme.
Another pro for the Wave is the build quality. The whole chassis feels substantial and the finish and plastics used make it look really good.
In fact it looks and feels a more expensive product than the G15 which is odd considering that's Logitech's Gaming flagship.
I'd recommend this to anyone and I don't think it too dramatically different from a straight keyboard for someone used to one of those to get used to.
John Williams
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
Not bad at all
(4 out of 5) by bbuckle on Nov 30, 2008 (Sussex, UK)This is a fair sized keyboard with quite a high (though nicely padded) wrist rest. It has a good solid feel to it and the keys have a nice smooth action.
If you have a recent system, then this keyboard will work right out of the box. You just need to ensure you turn the USB Keyboard option on in the BIOS. If you want the bells and whistles, then you will need to install drivers. These seem fairly stable, or at least mine does.
The centre keys are a little raised compared to the others, and this takes a little while to get used to. The keys don't have the radical position that some of the Microsoft keyboards do and this does make the device much easier to use.
The application keys can be programmed for almost any action (I have the sleep button set to shut down the PC), which is pretty standard on this type of keyboard, and is very easy to set up.
In conclusion, this is a perfectly adequate keyboard, with above average quality of construction. I'll be using this for a fair while yet.
If you have a recent system, then this keyboard will work right out of the box. You just need to ensure you turn the USB Keyboard option on in the BIOS. If you want the bells and whistles, then you will need to install drivers. These seem fairly stable, or at least mine does.
The centre keys are a little raised compared to the others, and this takes a little while to get used to. The keys don't have the radical position that some of the Microsoft keyboards do and this does make the device much easier to use.
The application keys can be programmed for almost any action (I have the sleep button set to shut down the PC), which is pretty standard on this type of keyboard, and is very easy to set up.
In conclusion, this is a perfectly adequate keyboard, with above average quality of construction. I'll be using this for a fair while yet.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
Great Keyboard
(5 out of 5) by Mr. D. Rigden on Mar 11, 2009 (London, UK)Thsi is a terrific product. Apart from the obviously great look, it is also practical and easy to use. And I say this a guy used to using a 'split' keyboard. My friends used to hate using my PC as the split keyboard foxed them everytime. But I dislike 'straight' keyboards. I bought the Logitech Wave as a kind of hopeful compromise (and because my old Trust split keyboard was wearing out!)
The good news is that the compromise worked! I am happy with the curve of the Wave, and because all the keys are together regular keyboard users can use it easily. in fact many have showered it with compliments, for comfort, ease of use, and of course, its lovely looks too!
Compared to Microsofts over-priced keyboard offering, this is a more than viable (and, if you have straight keyboard user friends) superior offering. And like all logitech equipemt that I have ever had, it works with no hitches straight out of the box. In short, I highly recommend this keyboard.
The good news is that the compromise worked! I am happy with the curve of the Wave, and because all the keys are together regular keyboard users can use it easily. in fact many have showered it with compliments, for comfort, ease of use, and of course, its lovely looks too!
Compared to Microsofts over-priced keyboard offering, this is a more than viable (and, if you have straight keyboard user friends) superior offering. And like all logitech equipemt that I have ever had, it works with no hitches straight out of the box. In short, I highly recommend this keyboard.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
Fantastic Keyboard - Extremely Comfy
(5 out of 5) by Eris Deesse on Sep 12, 2009 (Midlands, UK)I originally got this keyboard for work about 6 months ago. I type all day & started to suffer aching pains in my hands with my old keyboard which did not have a wrist rest. I now have purchased a second one for at home as I prefer the shape so much more to standard keyboards.
The wave is a little odd at first, but is something you should quickly adapt to (although it will take a day or so to be as comfortable with it as a regular keyboard so give it chance!). I have found the shape to be extremely confortable & nicer to use once adjusted.
The buttons feel extremely light, are quiet & easy to press, but sturdy and well-built with a high-quality finish. This along with the padded wrist rest and ergonomic design make it a joy to use. I haven't had any typing-related aches and pains since getting this keyboard.
All-in-all I'm extremely impressed & recommend it as a purchase.
The wave is a little odd at first, but is something you should quickly adapt to (although it will take a day or so to be as comfortable with it as a regular keyboard so give it chance!). I have found the shape to be extremely confortable & nicer to use once adjusted.
The buttons feel extremely light, are quiet & easy to press, but sturdy and well-built with a high-quality finish. This along with the padded wrist rest and ergonomic design make it a joy to use. I haven't had any typing-related aches and pains since getting this keyboard.
All-in-all I'm extremely impressed & recommend it as a purchase.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
Logitech wave keyboard
(5 out of 5) by Rachel Attwood on Aug 29, 2009 (England, ( UK ))This keyboard was a long time in finding and boy I have had so many. The wave keyboard is far the best on the market a must in anyones home, I'm fussy and I say get on line as you get a good deal in the money situation most of us are in right now. 50 / 50 for use as you feel you are at the flight deck of a plane but you are very much in control, thank you Logitech for makeing such a good keybaord please discontinue it as other can't then feel the benefits of using one, anything good these days seems to get stopped for one reason or another please don't do it to the Wave keyboard :)
Mrs R. Attwood