( 64 reviews )
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Posted: Jul 29 2009
I originally bought the wireless "Pro" version of this keyboard that came with a wireless mouse. I had problems with the wireless version but I liked the keyboard enough to buy the wired version of it. I am much, much happier now. The wireless version of the keyboard worked okay for everything... except games. It simply would hold a key long enough. Read: WASD, Shift, Control, etc. A word about the wireless mouse that came with the wireless keyboard. I quit using the mouse after about two weeks. Coming from a wired Razer Diamondback, the mouse felt like it weighed 10 lbs. The responsiveness was nice enough and I liked being able to switch between regular and light-speed scrolling easily. It also felt okay in my hand. However, the sheer weight of the mouse prompted me to start using my Razer again.
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Posted: Jul 25 2009
All of those reviewers waxing passionately about this board, calling it "the best [they've] ever used," aren't exaggerating. I have spent the past several months seeking a keyboard that had everything I needed in terms of control and, most importantly, rendered a sublime typing experience. Up to this point the closest to ideal was the Microsoft Natural Desktop 7000, itself a fine setup. Right off the bat, the Wave has a definite feel of quality to it. The keys have the typical travel of a desktop board, but none of that 'clackety clack' endemic in so many of them. The wrist/palm rest is not soft, but surprisingly supple and doesn't seem to retain too much heat (I'm assuming that the little holes are for venting and not just Logitech's idea of aesthetics). There are two height adjustments should you find yourself needing it. The "wave" part of the board is a very happy medium between the extremes of a traditionally ergonomic keyboard (split) and a standard model. I can't articulate the feeling, but immediately upon resting your hands on the Wave you get a definite sensation of comfort, as though the board is molded specifically for you (I have average sized man hands). Typing was intuitive and ridiculously smooth, and despite some warning of an adjustment period for muscle memory, I found myself hauling along at my typical wpm right from the get go. Obviously, your mileage will vary, but no matter what, this keyboard does not require that you re-learn how to type. I also noticed that my elbows seem to fall naturally at my ribcage, as opposed them jutting out as I cramp my fingers on a standard keyboard. Additionally, the Wave seems to 'force' me into better posture. I can't explain why, but here I am bolted upright in my chair without consciously choosing it, as opposed to being humped over a traditional model. It feels great, and those very subtle changes most definitely help long-haul writers and programmers who spend all day and night slinging out code. Being wired, all of the functions seem to work on generic USB device drivers; it's truly plug 'n play should you not feel like messing around with the SetPoint software. Speaking of this wired version vs. the wireless desktop set, I HIGHLY suggest getting this wired keyboard, and then springing for a separate mouse as opposed to ordering the bundled set. The included mouse in the Wave desktop set is mediocre at best and infuriating at worst. I run this keyboard with the almost universally worshiped MX Revolution mouse, and the combined setup is just comfort heaven. If you go this route and shop smartly, you'll only spend a few more bucks than the bundled set, and you'll maintain the benefits of having the keyboard wired (zero lag, dropouts, or batteries to replace). You will not regret this purchase. The Wave is solid, ridiculously comfortable without requiring a re-wire of your typing skills, and it even looks nice. It's a no-brainer, man.
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Posted: Jul 24 2009
You've spent years and years touching inorganic, linear, manufactured devices. Your fingers understand straight lines. They know that if one button is /here/ then the next button is /here/. This keyboard confounds that. It's not radical enough to make your brain rethink things, but it's shaped differently just enough to be wrong. Wrong and broken and queer. You'll get no benefit from the shape. It isn't made to do anything better. It's made to sell to people who aren't thinking properly (like me, for a few minutes). It's aerodynamic, I'm sure, but that isn't worth a damn until you're ready to fling this keyboard out the window. And then, my friends, this keyboard will fly farther than you will expect.
