Logitech Cordless Desktop Wave Set | 
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Keyboard: Get more done, with more comfort. The Logitech Cordless Desktop Wave? is the exciting new shape of comfort in desktops. Uniform-size keys cradle your fingers, while the curved keyboard promotes a more ergonomically correct hand position. Also built for c
Shipping Weight (lbs): 4.3
Dimensions (in): 20.2 x 10.3 x 3.3
nv:Device Type: Wireless Mouse
Connection Type: USB
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Tracking Method: Laser
Keyboard Type: Wireless
Warranty: 5 years warranty
MPN: 920-000264
Model: 920-000264
UPC: 097855045607
EAN: 0097855045607
ASIN: B000TKHGL2
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | Wave key design: Contoured, wave-shaped key design conforms naturally to your fingers. | | • | Constant Curve design: A curved profile and uniform-size keys promote an ergonomically correct, more comfortable hand position. Start enjoying the benefits instantly, without having to re-learn typing on a different keyboard layout. | | • | Cushioned, contoured palm rest: The soft surface encourages a relaxed position for long typing sessions. | | • | Easy access to Windows Vista: Large, one-touch controls give you direct access to key Windows Vista features, including Flip 3D, Zoom, Photo Gallery, and Gadgets. | | • | Longer battery life: Enjoy extended battery life--up to 15 months for the keyboard and 6 months for the mouse. Battery status lights on both the keyboard and mouse alert you when power is getting low. |
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Product Description
A revolutionary advance in keyboard design, the Logitech Wave key design instinctively guides your hands into a natural position for enhanced comfort and productivity. The cushioned palm rest provides extra support and can help reduce fatigue, and one-touch hot keys provide easy access to many Windows Vista features, including Flip 3D, Zoom, Photo Gallery, and Gadgets. Programmable F-keys can instantly open your favorite applications, games, folders, and web pages. Featuring soft-rubber side grips, the cordless laser mouse delivers exceptional comfort and precision. Both keyboard and mouse provide ultra-long battery life, and convenient LED battery indicators alert you when batteries need changing.
Amazon.com Product Description
Logitech is touting an advancement in comfort and usability design with its ergonomic, cross-platform Cordless Wave keyboard. There might be some marketing hyperbole to this claim, but after a week of typing with the Wave, I'm not sure that I could live without it. (This Cordless Desktop Wave also includes the ambidextrous LX8 scroller laser mouse.) Like other ergonomic keyboards, the Wave includes an elevated palm rest, though not as extreme as the platforms of old. It's also covered in a lightly padded vinyl upholstery that feels soft yet firm under the wrist, as well as a Goldilocks amount of tackiness (i.e., not too slippery, not sticky, just right). The keys are also positioned in a gentle U-shaped arc that nearly escapes the eye, but is apparent once you set your wrists down and start typing. 
Contoured, wave-shaped key design conforms naturally to your fingers. | But the biggest design innovation that the Wave introduces comes from its name--the keys undulate across the board in a wave-shaped contour that mimics the changing lengths in your own digits. The keys are at their highest on the outside at the A and Enter keys (which, if you're a touch typist, is where your little fingers are positioned), and the keys trough to their lowest point at D and K (where the longer middle finger resides) before rising slightly at the G and H keys. The keys have a maximum distance variation of 4mm, and the spacebar mimics the wave contour of the keyboard design. As someone who writes for a living, my computer keyboard is one of the most important tools I have and one that I'm connected to for hours every day. I've gone through many models over the years to get just the right one, and I currently use the Matias Tactile Pro on my Mac as it provides some of the best keystroke feedback I've found (which is the polar opposite to the frustratingly squishy keyboards that came with my HP and Apple PCs). While the rolling contour of the keyboard layout was barely perceptible, my fingertips took to the Wave easily. It felt like each key was indeed designed specifically to fit the finger that was mapped to tap it. And the keys combine a springy action with a final tap that's not too loud, but both tactile and audible enough for instant feedback. As my week of testing progressed and my fingers grew more accustomed to the Wave, I actually felt as if my typing was both more accurate than on the Tactile Pro as well as a touch faster. From an ergonomic standpoint, the Wave's gradual curve isn't immediately noticeable, but after a few days I found my elbows weren't hunched next to my body as they were with the straight keyboard, freeing both wrists and shoulders from strain. That said, if you require more substantial ergonomics for your typing (such as the curve and height of the Microsoft Natural), you might be disappointed by the relative flatness of the Wave. 
The Delete key has been elongated and the Insert/Help key moved above.. | The Wave has a fairly standard extended keyboard design, with one change that I cheered but could easily be jeered by others. The Home/Delete/End/Page Up & Down keys is switched to a vertical orientation, and the bane of my typing life--the Insert key (also the Help key on the Mac), which I often hit mistakenly when hunting for the Delete key--has been moved up (moving into the Scroll Lock key position) and replaced by an elongated Delete key. Another handy feature is onscreen notification of when you hit the Caps Lock key (another one of my touch typing transgressions). The keyboard is supplemented by a plethora of system-specific feature buttons--including Flip 3D, Gadgets and Media Center in Windows Vista (aka, Expose, Dashboard, and Front Row on the Mac)--as well as quick access to your selected audio program and full playback controls (including volume). All functions can be customized using the included Logitech Setpoint utility (or Control Center within the Mac's System Preferences). The Desktop Wave package is completed with the inclusion of the symmetrically designed LX8 laser scroller mouse, which can be used by either righties or lefties. The comfortably curved sides are supplemented by a rubbery finish that's easily gripped. It's more compact than the Microsoft Intellimouse we've been using, though just a bit heftier. That said, it glided easily over our desk's surface and was very precise once we configured the tracking speed. Both mouse and keyboard connect to your PC via a wireless USB dongle that looks like a flash thumbdrive. Its small size makes it easy to pack along with the mouse for work while on the go, and it also comes with a dock for desktop use. Both mouse and keyboard are powered by two AA batteries. When I began reviewing the Cordless Wave, I wasn't looking for a new keyboard. But thanks to its excellent typing action, unique comfort features--from the contoured design of the keys to the padded wrist rest--and the plethora of customizable functions right at the tip of the finger, it's time to part ways with my old keyboard. --Agen G.N. Schmitz Pros: - Innovative contoured design of the keys conform naturally to your finger lengths, excellent typing action
- Padded vinyl wrist rest adds soft comfort and allows easy movement
- Loads of function and multimedia buttons, all customizable using included software
- Cross-platform, including compatibility with special features in Windows Vista
- Laser mouse is symmetrically designed, for use by both righties and lefties
Cons: - Shifting of some keys might annoy some, but delight others
- Might seem flat to those who need more substantial ergnomics
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 Without A Doubt, The Best Keyboard I Have Ever Used October 2, 2007
Robert L. Stinnett (Boonville, MO)
131 out of 162 found this review helpful
Watch Video Here: http://www.amazon.com/review/R3QQT3IEB7V2AY I can say with all fairness, this is the best keyboard and mouse combination set I have ever used. The unique wave design of the keyboard helps to keep your hands and arms positioned correctly, while the mouse has just enough weight to give it a substantial, firm feel.
If you are like me, the old ergonomic keyboards of the past just didn't work for you -- they were too awkward to get used to and weren't all that comfortable. With the Logitech Wave, they've addressed those concerns in making a keyboard that is easy to use and comfortable for long periods of typing.
In this video review I walk you through the product set and talk about some of the features I like about the Logitech Cordless Desktop Wave set as well as some of the things you should watch out for when purchasing any wireless desktop combination.
Logitech Cordless Wave Set - Solid Wireless Set from Logitech September 18, 2007
Mark (East Coast)
29 out of 33 found this review helpful
Logitech's Wave Set is a solid keyboard and mouse set that will be appreciated by many. It's a great new design for those who want something less extreme than full split designs but something more firm than the standard squishy keyboard. With this product Logitech adds to it's line-up of high quality computer peripherals.
Pros
+ Nice wireless design - batteries included!
+ Integrated wrist cushion - comfy and convenient!
+ Keys are shaped to be closer to your smaller fingers - Less hand movement
+ Integrated number pad in a nice form factor
+ Decent wireless range of 6 ft, with included extender
+ Quiet key action that seems smoother than others I've had
+ Weak battery indicator
+ Vista key shortcuts work nice!
+ Programmable smart keys
Cons
- Mouse is adequate for basic users but power users will need another
- Key design takes some getting used to
- May not be enough separation for those who prefer full split ergonomic designs
- Somewhat buggy Logitech software with sleeper processes
The design of the keyboard is nice and sturdy, and the additional number pad is a nice feature. The wave shape is REALLY nice, with nice sized keys and many extras. This is a great ambidextrous keyboard that can be used well by lefties and righties. The integrated keyboard wrist pad is nice and comfortable, and the design gives you one less thing you have to have on your desk.
I have actually come to prefer this to the split keyboard design after using it for a period of months. I can move my hands less and let my fingers touch the keys. As a result, my typing speed has actually improved slightly.
This keyboard gets extra points for good working distances from the USB mini-reciever. With the included extension cord, you can make it work from even farther away. That makes it great for true media center applications. I've read that the range is up to 6 feet, but I have used it from much farther away than that.
Battery life is also much improved as compared to prior models. I use rechargeable batteries and have gotten more than a few months out of my first set.
There are some minor downsides. The mouse is somewhat standard and doesn't have power user features, like extra programmable keys. For that reason, I have started using this keyboard with my G9 laser mouse. Logitech G9 Laser Mouse
One thing to keep in mind is that this keyboard is available in a stand-alone corded version. If you like the wave shape, don't mind a corded keyboard and want to use a different mouse, you may want to consider the stand-alone keyboard instead of this set. If you want this keyboard in the cordless version, you simply will have to buy the set to get it. Logitech Wave Keyboard
Many simply need the ergonomics of a split keyboard or other design. Test it out, but keep in mind it will take time to get used to. There are some nice options for ergonomic keyboards from Logitech, Microsoft and others.
Microsoft Natural Ergonomic Desktop 7000
Logitech Cordless Desktop Comfort Laser
Adesso Intellimedia MediaPro Flat Ergonomic MAC USB White Keyboard with 2 USB Ports ( AKB-805MAC)
This set is definitely worth looking into. Enjoy!
Great Keyboard, User-friendly layout for typing September 27, 2007
M. A. Ramos (Florida USA)
22 out of 46 found this review helpful
This works right out of the box, batteries were included, and I did not need to install any software. All of the keyboards I have used over the years were the normal, straight-key design. Until I tired this keyboard I had no idea how much stress I was placing on my wrist while typing for hours. I enjoy the natural feel of my hand position while using the Wave Set keyboard. The larger keys are much appreciated, as is the oversized delete key. No more hitting the Insert key by mistake while you are in fast type mode.
The keyboard is very comfortable to use but it is a little larger than a standard keyboard, but it does protect your wrist from fatigue. But if you have limited desk space you may need to take that into consideration. I prefer the comfort to the small amount extra desk space you lose. I feel like I am typing on an electric typewriter instead of a standard keyboard; for me that is a plus. It has increased my words-per minute. And I like that you are able to customize the F-keys on the board. This may not be a big deal but I love the convenient one-touch controls for volume and media playback. There are other buttons for photo gallery and more, but I use the volume control the most so it has come to the forefront of my attention.
The mouse that comes with the keyboard is ok. But I miss the functionality and comfort of my old Logitech mouse, and it is only a MX-700. I just got used to the many extra functions the other mouse can do. But if you have small hands you may love the mouse that comes with the set. Plus the mouse has a button control on either side of the mouse. It seems my left-handed friend loves the mouse that comes in this set.
I would have preferred a different mouse, but the lowest rating I would have given the set is 4 stars; the keyboard is five stars, so overall I had to rate it a 5. Note: I have never used a split comfort board and I am running Windows XP Pro. So with that in mind I can say that I can highly recommend this keyboard.
 great products, but make sure you have room January 10, 2008
mlle. x (Boston)
14 out of 19 found this review helpful
I thought the Logitech Cordless Desktop Wave Set would be the perfect supplement to my at-home laptop setup. Carpal tunnel syndrome is not a joke (I ordered the keyboard right after meeting a graduate student who had severe carpal tunnel, and had been forbidden by her doctor to type at all for more than a year - a horror story if I've ever heard one), and this keyboard's ergonomic design seemed like it would keep my hands and wrists safe and healthy.
What I didn't count on was the sheer size of it - I bought this keyboard for at-home use, I live in an apartment in New York City, and my desk is fairly modest in size. Once I put the keyboard on my desk, I had no room for anything else. My tiny little laptop hardly fit next to it; my arms were hanging off the edge of the desk, and and I had nowhere to put a piece of paper or notebook anymore. I tried re-arranging and clearing and all of that, but in the end I couldn't deny that the keyboard was simply too big for the space I was working with, and I had to abandon it.
In short: measure your desk before you buy this keyboard; make sure you have a very spacious working area.
On the other hand, I'm a big fan of the mouse that came with the keyboard. It has a nice weight to it, and feels solid and heavy in my hand. The controls are sensitive, and over the past few months it has worked flawlessly. The only note I have here is that the mouse has forward and back buttons on its right and left sides, and very often when I grab the mouse to move the cursor I accidentally move my internet browser page forward or back. I'm still training myself not to do this; because the controls are so sensitive, it takes some doing.
Excellent package with well thought out details September 26, 2007
Penumbra (Atlanta, GA USA)
13 out of 27 found this review helpful
To give the Logitech Cordless Desktop Wave keyboard and mouse a real workout, I've set them up at my office. From box to completely set up and functioning took less than ten minutes, including loading the Logitech SetPoint software.
The keyboard does appear to have an actual wave down the middle. Having used flat, regulation keyboards all my life with no problem, the slope in this keyboard looked very strange at first. I was skeptical about the "wave" design, but they're right. It's not just a gimmick; the slight rise in the keys does making typing more comfortable. The keyboard wave starts to rise gently around the 5, crests at 6, and recedes at about 7 (QWERTY). The keyboard has a two and a half inch rubberized border along the lower edge which serves as a convenient place to rest your wrists. The keys themselves are large, curved for good finger placement, and clearly marked with white labels.
The upper edge and left side of the keyboard contain the hot keys. There is one stroke access to Explorer (you can specify the home page), My Pictures, My Music, Media Center, Calculator, Document Flip, Zoom In/Out, and Sleep. If you don't like the default settings, you can easily customize them for your own needs. The function keys give you two stroke access to Word, Excel, Calendar, Explorer, MS Messenger, Email application, Yahoo Livewords, Battery Status, CD Eject, and three keys available to personalize. There is a Media Center control panel in the upper center of the keyboard that includes single key forward, back, play/pause, volume up/down, and mute.
The mouse is large (4.5 x 2.5 x 1.75), but well designed to feel comfortable in the hand. The sides are rubberized for an easy grip. The mouse has the standard left and right click keys; the scroll wheel also functions as a Document Flip fast key button; extra keys on the left and right side of the mouse can be used for forward and back, left and right click, or left and right scroll. Mouse keys can be used with default settings, but are also customizable. A special tab section in the SetPoint software allows you to customize the mouse for Game Mode Settings, too.
The receiver is slim and protrudes only about two inches from the USB port when installed. Both keyboard and mouse have red "connect" buttons on the underside. The bottom of the mouse also has an on/off button and a green status light.
My computer is running Windows XP, while I understand the Wave keyboard and mouse are even more feature rich for Vista users, I was delighted with the array of options available for XP users. The software is intuitive and easy to use. You don't have to be an Electrical Engineer to figure out how to customize your settings.
The keyboard and mouse are very attractive - black with subtle metallic blue/gray accents. Both keyboard and mouse use two standard AA batteries (furnished). The battery life is estimated at six months.
The Wave set are comfortable, easy to use, easy to set up, conveniently cord free, and look nice on the desk. Highly recommended!
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