Kinesis Advantage USB – Keyboard
The Kinesis Advantage USB – Keyboard features a QWERTY key layout and is designed for the professional computer user who needs relief from the strain associated with hours of typing on a regular keyboard. Years of research and testing lead to the Kinesis Advantage USB Keyboard’s ergonomic contoured design that is recommended by doctors and therapists around the world to treat injuries associated with keyboard overuse.
Kinesis Advantage USB – Keyboard – USB – black Features and Specifications
- Advanced ergonomics PLUS on-board programmability
- Offers protection against programming from another user
- Compatible with both PC and Mac operating systems
- Integrated two-port USB hub
- USB devices can be hot-plugged safely
- Colour: Black
- Hardware Platform: PC, Mac
- Width: 16.5 inches
- Depth: 8 inches
- Height: 2.9 inches
- Weight: 4 pounds
- Minimum system requirements: Apple MacOS 8.6 or later, Microsoft Windows 98 or later
- Warranty: 2 years warranty
- Free technical support
Kinesis Advantage USB – Keyboard Reviews
The Kinesis Advantage USB – Keyboard receives excellent ratings from consumers who have purchased and used it. Many satisfied reviewers refer to it as the best ergonomic keyboard on the market. Reviewers also enjoyed that the keys could be customized to any configuration that the user requires and that the keyboard can be changed from the regular QWERTY layout or DVORAK. Another user commented that they tried the Kinesis Keyboard to treat wrist problems and found that their typing speed and productivity greatly increased. One reviewer indicated that the keyboard is well designed as it cradles the wrists and hands into one position and it is well constructed for hours of use with the keys require very little effort to press. Another reviewer indicated that they used the Kinesis Keyboard for over ten years without problems. The foot pedal that can be bought separetly is also a hit with consumers as it adds to the overall functionality of the keyboard.
Reviewers indicate that it takes anywhere between eight hours and two weeks to fully adjust to the Kinesis, but most of them agree that the time spent was well worth it for the health benefits and faster typing speeds.
Reviewers who gave the keyboard a lower rating reported keys that did not work on arrival and that the top row of function keys is made from a soft rubber that moves when pressed. One reviewer indicated that the keyboard works for an average of 2 -3 years and indicated that it will be difficult for the average consumer to replace a $250 – $300 keyboard that frequently. Other minor issues were that they keys were very loud, there is no numeric keypad and that for the price, they keys could be backlit to make it easier to use at night.
The Kinesis Advantage USB – Keyboard is fast, convenient and comfortable. A number of reviewers recommend it for consumers who are experiencing health issues from prolonged keyboard use or those who want to prevent these injuries from occurring all together. It is also recommended for programmers, typists and any other professional who will be using a keyboard for six our more hours per day.
