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Wireless Keyboard K350
Filed Under (Logitech) by admin on 05-09-2009
Tagged Under : Keyboard, Wireless
I bought this keyboard for work because I just couldn't stand the horrible one they gave me to use when my laptop is docked - it wasn't any better than the junky one on the laptop itself. So, I'd recently bought the Logitech Performance Mouse MX for work and wanted a wireless keyboard that would work with the new universal system Logitech has. Additionally, I wanted something with a curve to it - but not one of those awful split allegedly ergonomic keyboards. This fit the bill perfectly. I've had it for a bit over a month now, so I feel I've used it enough to have a list of pros and cons:
Pros:
- Uses the universal feature from Logitech, so it shares the same nano-dongle as my mouse, thus using only a single USB for both.
- Comfortable. The wave shape and the slightly upturned keys make it easy to type for an extended period. Additionally, the wrist rest here is slightly padded and very comfortable as well.
- Very programmable. There are a large number of programmable keys, many pre-programmed, that allow you to customize the keyboard to the way you work. One button push and I've got my development environment up and loading!
- Looks. This is a very nice looking keyboard - matches well with the Dell equipment I'm using it with.
- Quiet. The keys don't make much sound, so the folks in the cubes around me aren't bothered by my typing.
- Software. The Logitech software to pair the keyboard to my already existing adapter was easy to use and worked the first time. Additionally, it's easy to program keys to do what you want.
Cons:
- Like nearly all keyboards now-a-days, a tiny bit mushy. I grew up with the old IBM AT keyboard and still miss it...but I think that just makes me old. :)
- Big - because of the wave shape and extra programmable keys, as well as the wrist rest, this keyboard is very large. If you're putting it on a keyboard tray, measure first.
- Not all the pre-programmed keys work for every computer. Don't know why, but the pre-programmed key for the battery status and web search just seem to do nothing. Word, Excel, zoom, and audio keys all work perfectly though. No big deal, as they're re-programmable, but odd, none the less.
Overall, if I needed to buy another keyboard today, I'd buy another one of these.
Model: 920-001996
With its distinctive Wave design and Constant Curve layout, Logitech Wireless Keyboard K350 guides your hands into just the right position. You’ll type with ease and confidence, but without having to re-learn typing on an unfamiliar layout.
- Wave design with Constant Curve layout: Curved layout guides hands into just the right position
- Ease and comfort: Cushioned palm rest makes work easier and fun more fun
- Longer battery time: This feature gives you up to three years of battery life. (Battery life based on a calculation of an estimated 2 million keystrokes per year in an office environment. User experience may vary.)
- Logitech Unifying receiver: The tiny Unifying receiver stays in your notebook, so there's no need to unplug it when you move around. And you can easily add compatible wireless mice and keyboards to the same wireless receiver
List Price: USD 54.99
Lowest New Price: USD 48.78
Nice Keyboard with nice key touch
I'm new to this keyboard, so I can't attest to its longevity, but so far it is a great keyboard. It has a nice feel when I'm typing and the ergonomics isn't overkill. I don't use all the quick keys, so I'm not sure if they have a productivity value. I'd recommend this product to anyone.
Nice keyboard but a little clunky
This is a nice keyboard just very large and makes typing a little clunky, my husband likes it but his fingers a larger then mine. Works great no problems with loss of connection. I like the slight wave design and wrist rest is very comfortible. I do wish it had lighted symbols to let you know if caps lock is on or num lock is activated. That makes it more of a pain when putting in passwords. The addition of the Fn and quick hit keys are great addition as well as the battery life light.
Quiet, comfortable and of good quality.
Pros: This is a very solid keyboard - good construction. I've had no issues. There is a 'soft' quality to the keys, which I really like and as a result, typing is quiet (great for taking notes while on the phone).
Cons: this is not a big issue, but I would have preferred more separation between the left and right halves of the keyboard....until I got used of it, I kept hitting the G instead the H key and vice versa....not a problem after I got used of it.
Awesome Keyboard
This keyboard is an awesome buy. It was easy to setup and integrate with my other logitech unifying devices. Not one problem. Just plug it in and follow a few prompt and thats it.
