And the most current version of the Mouse And Keyboard Center allows you to customize the heck out of the keyboard.
The keyboard and mouse combo was first introduced in the Windows 8 timeframe, but it has been updated and optimized for Windows 10. So I recently picked one up at a local Best Buy, where it was on sale for $84. And I’ve wanted to get my hands on the Sculpt Ergonomic Desktop keyboard and mouse combo ever since I first saw Justin Yu’s video review back 2013. While there is nothing wrong with my trusty old keyboard, I just figured it was time for a change. After all, I have been using that keyboard since 2005. I recently decided that it was time to retire my good old Microsoft Natural Ergonomic Keyboard 4000.
The Microsoft Sculpt Ergonomic keyboard and mouse provide time-saving features for Windows 10 users while promoting healthy computing. However, for most people, the Surface Ergonomic Keyboard is a better value.How to use the Microsoft Sculpt Ergonomic Desktop in Windows 10 In the end, if you want that mouse/keyboard combo and the added connection with the dongle, the Sculpt Keyboard might be your best bet. The benefit of the dongle is that it provides a solid connection.
Most devices have USB drives, but ports are at a premium on many devices and many modern keyboards have built-in Bluetooth connections. This is a bit more of a hassle because it means that you have to dedicate a USB port to your keyboard. The Microsoft Sculpt Keyboard comes with a dongle that is required to connect the keyboard to your PC.
Microsoft has earned its positive reputation when it comes to keyboards and while the Microsoft Sculpt Keyboard is more expensive than some competitors, it'll get the job done and then some. The Microsoft Sculpt Keyboard is an older device when compared to the Surface Ergonomic Keyboard, but is still a solid keyboard. If you want a quality mouse and keyboard setup, the Microsoft Sculpt Desktop setup is a good deal. The mouse that comes with the keyboard isn't a cheap giveaway device either - it sells on its own for $40 and is a quality product.
The Microsoft Sculpt Keyboard has one major difference that goes in its favor: it comes with a mouse. The Microsoft Sculpt Keyboard is noticeably more plastic than its newer sibling, which doesn't feel as premium as newer devices that feature metal parts, but it doesn't show grime and get dirty. It is the precursor to the Surface Ergonomic Keyboard and has a wedged design that makes typing easier on your wrists. The Microsoft Sculpt keyboard is also an impressive keyboard. The Surface Ergonomic Keyboard's connection to PCs wasn't as strong as the 2.4 GHz dongle in our testing, but is much more convenient since you don't need to deal with putting anything into ports. This is in contrast the Microsoft Sculpt Keyboard, which requires a specific 2.4 GHz USB dongle that can't be replaced. It has built-in Bluetooth 4/4.1 Low Energy. One of the most notable differences is that the Surface Ergonomic Keyboard doesn't require a dongle to connect to your PC. The Surface Ergonomic Keyboard provides a comfortable typing experience as part of a beautiful package. There are some notable design improvements though. The Surface Ergonomic Keyboard is, in many ways, the successor to the Microsoft Sculpt Ergonomic keyboard. Unfortunately, the Alcantara on the wrist rest isn't coated the same way that the Surface Laptop 2's Alcantara is. The build quality of the Surface Ergonomic Keyboard is solid and the typing experience is smooth. Ergonomic keyboards all take time to adjust to them if you're coming from a traditional keyboard, but the typing experience on the Surface Ergonomic keyboard is solid, which makes the transition easier. It has metal keys, Alcantara fabric on the wrist rest, and sports a silver color. The Surface Ergonomic keyboard is an ergonomic keyboard with similar design cues to the newer products from the Surface line. Pictured: the Surface Ergonomic Keyboard. If you had to pick one, I'd recommend the Surface Ergonomic Keyboard for its comfortable design, build materials, and the fact that it doesn't require a dongle to connect to your PC. However, even though both of these devices look similar, there are some key differences that will determine which is best for you. You can't go wrong with either of these keyboards if you want an ergonomic setup. Microsoft has made keyboards for decades.