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Logitech K750 Wireless Solar Keyboard for Windows, 2.4GHz Wireless with USB Unifying Receiver, Ultra-Thin, Compatible with PC, Laptop - Black
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Carbon emissions from the lifecycle of this product were measured, reduced and offset.
Carbon Neutral Certified by SCS Global Services enables companies to demonstrate carbon neutrality for their products by reducing carbon emissions throughout their operations and offsetting their remaining carbon footprint through the purchase of carbon credits. SCS Global Services is a global leader in third-party environmental and sustainability verification, certification, auditing, testing, and standards development. SCS is a chartered Benefit Corporation, reflecting its commitment to socially and environmentally responsible business practices.
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Brand | Logitech |
Compatible Devices | PC |
Connectivity Technology | Wireless |
Keyboard Description | Wireless, QWERTY |
Recommended Uses For Product | Office |
Special Feature | Wireless |
Color | Black |
Number of Keys | 3 |
Keyboard backlighting color support | Single Color |
Style | Keyboard only |
About this item
- Hassle-free: Say goodbye to batteries and charging cables thanks to this keyboard's solar-powered case that charges itself whenever there's light and lasts for at least 3 months (2) in total darkness
- Sleek and Ultra-thin: With sleek lines and a thin profile, this stylish, streamlined solar keyboard adds style to your workspace whether you've got a laptop computer or desktop PC
- Comfortable Typing: Combining your favorite features of traditional keyboards, laptops and a Logitech-only concave key cap design, you'll enjoy faster, quieter, feel-good typing hour after hour
- Advanced Wireless: K750 Wireless Solar Keyboard features Logitech Advanced 2.4 GHz wireless connectivity, giving you the same reliability of a cord plus wireless convenience and freedom
- USB receiver: The Logitech Unifying receiver gives you up to 33 ft (1) of wireless freedom and lets you pair up to 6 compatible Logitech peripherals; fewer cords, less hassle, and one easy workflow
- Any Place, Any Time: K750 is built for hours of comfort, with a full-size layout and low-profile keys, you can focus on work all day long whether you’re in the office, or at your desk at home
- Upgrade to Logitech K780 Keyboard: For more productivity and comfort, try the K780 keyboard with number pad for efficient data inputs, Bluetooth/USB, scooped keys, and cradle to hold your phone
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Ergonomic | 4.1 | — | 4.2 | 4.3 | 4.5 | 5.0 |
For gaming | 3.1 | — | 3.4 | 3.3 | 3.7 | 4.6 |
Battery life | 3.9 | — | 4.4 | 4.5 | 4.6 | — |
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connectivity tech | Wireless | Wireless | Bluetooth, RF | USB, Bluetooth | Bluetooth, USB, USB-C | USB |
number of keys | 3 | 104 | 104 | 104 | 104 | 104 |
hardware interface | radio frequency | usb | bluetooth | bluetooth | bluetooth | usb |
compatible devices | PC | keyboard,laptop | PC, Mac | Tablet, Laptop, PC, Smartphone | Laptop | Gaming Console |
keyboard description | Wireless, QWERTY | Wireless | Integrated | Wireless | Wireless | Standalone |
operating system | Windows 10, 11 or later | Windows XP, Windows Vista | Mac | Windows | macOS | iOS | iPadOS | Android | ChromeOS | Works with Surface | Chrome,Linux,Mac,Windows | Windows |
From the manufacturer
Great typing—powered by light
Say goodbye to battery hassles. Any light source keeps K750 charged and ready. The streamlined designed adds sleek style to your workspace and the keys are designed for comfortable typing hour after hour.
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Light-powered keyboard
The keyboard charges itself with lamplight or sunlight. Easily monitor your power level with the Logitech Solar App.
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Thin, streamlined design
Only 1/3 inch thick, the ultra-thin design and full-size layout are the perfect blend of style and function.
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Feel-good typing
With Logitech’s concave key cap design, you’ll enjoy comfortable, fast, fluid and quiet typing day in and day out.
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Plug-and-play wireless connection
Simply plug the included tiny Logitech Unifying receiver into your computer and start typing. Enjoy a reliable connection thanks to Advanced 2.4 GHz wireless technology.
System Requirements
- Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7
- USB port
- Light source from sunlight and/or indoor lighting
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Advanced Wireless
| ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | USB wired connection | ✔ |
Unifying Receiver
| ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✘ | ✔ |
Enhanced Comfort
| PerfectStroke Keys | ✘ | Comfort Wave Design | PerfectStroke Keys | PerfectStroke Keys |
Palm Rest
| ✘ | ✘ | Cushioned | ✔ | ✔ |
Illuminated Keys
| ✘ | ✘ | ✘ | ✔ | ✔ |
Max Battery Life
| Infinite/powered by light | 24 months (2 AA) | 36 months (2 AAA) | USB powered | 36 mo. (Rechargeable) |
Profile
| Ultra thin | Thin | Full size curved | Ultra thin | Ultra thin |
Programmable F-Keys
| ✔ | ✘ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
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Technical Details
Brand | Logitech |
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Series | K750 Wireless Solar Keyboard |
Item model number | 920-002912 |
Hardware Platform | PC |
Operating System | Windows 10, 11 or later |
Item Weight | 1.65 pounds |
Product Dimensions | 7.87 x 1.38 x 19.09 inches |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 7.87 x 1.38 x 19.09 inches |
Color | Black |
Power Source | Solar Powered |
Batteries | 2 AAA batteries required. |
Department | keyboard |
Manufacturer | Logitech |
ASIN | B004MF11MU |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | March 17, 2011 |
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4.4 out of 5 stars |
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Best Sellers Rank | #9,049 in Climate Pledge Friendly (See Top 100 in Climate Pledge Friendly) #109 in Computer Keyboards #1,526 in Climate Pledge Friendly: Electronics |
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Product Description
Battery hassles are a thing of the past with the solar-powered Logitech Wireless Solar Keyboard K750. It charges itself whenever there's light, so you can say good-bye to batteries, power bricks and charging cables. With sleek lines and a thin profile, this stylish, streamlined keyboard adds style to your workspace. Combining the best of traditional keyboards, laptops and a Logitech-only concave key cap design, you'll enjoy faster, quieter, feel-good typing-hour after hour. Plus, you'll get Logitech Advanced 2.4 GHz wireless and the tiny Logitech Unifying receiver.
From the Manufacturer
Wireless Solar Keyboard K750
Noteworthy Features • Powered by indoor lighting or sunlight • Sleek ultra-thin design • Concave key caps for more comfortable typing • Reliably strong 2.4 GHz wireless connection • Tiny Logitech Unifying receiver stays in your laptop
If you've got light, you've got power
This solar-powered keyboard makes battery hassles a thing of the past. The keyboard charges itself with any light, including the one on your desk. So you can say goodbye to battery changes and charging cables—all with a streamlined design that looks and feels great.
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Powered by light. Charged by sunlight or artificial light.
Powered by light
- Charges itself whenever there's light, even desk-lamp light
- Stays charged for at least three months in total darkness
- Eliminates the need for keyboard batteries, power bricks and USB power cables
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Only 1/3-inch thick
- Thin profile, sleek lines and rounded edges add style to your workspace
- Lightweight, streamlined design looks good with your laptop or desktop computer
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Feel-good typing
- Almost feels like typing on your laptop, but more comfortable
- Combines the best of traditional keyboards and laptops
- Logitech-only concave key cap design for faster, quieter, feel-good typing hour after hour
Powerful wireless connection
- Logitech Advanced 2.4 GHz wireless virtually eliminates delays, dropouts and interference
- Long-range connection lets you work or play in more places, like your comfy couch
- 128-bit AES encryption—one of the highest levels of security available
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Plug it. Forget it. Add to it.
- Tiny Logitech Unifying receiver is so small it can stay in your notebook
- No need to unplug it when you move around
- Add a compatible wireless mouse or keyboard without the hassle of multiple USB receivers.
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Awards and Accolades
CES 2011 Innovations Award
Honoree in Computer Peripherals
November 2010
Compatibility
What's in the box? - Keyboard
- Keyboard
- Logitech Unifying receiver
- Wireless Extender
- 3-years limited hardware warranty
Works with: - Windows-based PC: Windows XP, Windows Vista or Windows 7
- Light source from sunlight and/or indoor lighting
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Which Logitech Keyboard Is Right For You?
Good Better Best Wired Wireless Keyboard K120 Media Keyboard K200 Illuminated Keyboard Wireless Keyboard K270 Wireless Keyboard K350 Wireless Solar Keyboard K750 Wireless Illuminated Keyboard K800 What Do You Get? Quiet and comfortable typing One-touch media and Internet controls Ultra-thin with bright, backlit keys Reliable wireless wherever you use your keyboard Enhanced comfort and customizable control A light-powered keyboard that charges itself whenever thereÕs light Brilliant lighting, comfort and stylel Connection Choices USB Support Advanced Wireless: Fast, powerful 2.4 GHz connection Unifying Receiver: Tiny wireless receiver stays in your notebook Keyboard Design Keyboard Layout Full Size Full Size Full Size Full Size Full Size Full Size Full Size Typing Experience Low-profile keys shift your wrists toward a more neutral position for comfortable, quiet typing. Low-profile keys shift your wrists toward a more neutral position for comfortable, quiet typing. PerfectStroke key system distributes typing force evenly across key surfaces, making every keystroke comfortable, fluid, and whisper-quiet. Full-size keys and wide, curved space bar. Comfort Wave design cradles your hands instead of forcing your wrists to bend as you type. PerfectStroke key system distributes typing force evenly across key surfaces, making every stroke comfortable, fluid, and whisper-quiet. Incurve keys position your fingers properly and invite your fingertips to glide from key to key. PerfectStroke key system distributes typing force evenly across key surfaces, making every stroke comfortable, fluid, and whisper-quiet. Incurve keys position your fingers properly and invite your fingertips to glide from key to key. Integrated Number Pad Profile Thin Thin Ultra-thin Thin Curved Ultra-thin Ultra-thin Integrated Palm Rest Cushioned Backlit Keys Adjustable height/angles Battery Keyboard battery life (months) 24 months 36 months Infinity 36 months (rechargeable) Battery indicator Keyboard on/off switch Controls Programmable F-Keys: Download additional software to change or define functions Enhanced F-Keys: Give you additional functions on top of your F-keys Launch Calculator Key Search Feature Launch E-Mail Launch Web Browser Launch IM / VOIP System Support Windows XP, Vista, or 7
Sustainability features
This product has sustainability features recognized by trusted certifications.
Carbon emissions from the lifecycle of this product were measured, reduced and offset.
Carbon Neutral Certified by SCS Global Services enables companies to demonstrate carbon neutrality for their products by reducing carbon emissions throughout their operations and offsetting their remaining carbon footprint through the purchase of carbon credits. SCS Global Services is a global leader in third-party environmental and sustainability verification, certification, auditing, testing, and standards development. SCS is a chartered Benefit Corporation, reflecting its commitment to socially and environmentally responsible business practices.
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Customers like the comfort and appearance of the keyboard. For example, they mention it feels great to type on, the keys feel good, and the appearance is sleek. They appreciate portability, and ease of use. That said, opinions are mixed on quality, performance, battery life, and responsiveness.
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Customers are mixed about the battery life of the keyboard. Some mention that it's really battery powered, and takes no batteries. However, others say that the battery has ran out three times in a year.
"...Considering wirelessness as a plus and no batteries to be bought, buying this keyboard will actually make you save money eventually...." Read more
"...Battery life is apparently as good as the other exuberant reviewers (and the manufacturer) suggest - even in a dark room for days on end, the..." Read more
"...keys and nothing is going through on-screen, obviously the battery isn't charged...." Read more
"...Sleek look and design- Internal battery holds a charge for almost 3 months- Logitech quality-..." Read more
Customers like the comfort of the keyboard. They mention that it feels great to type on, the keys feel good, and it's easy to feel for the center of the key. They also appreciate the ergonomics, price point, and wireless capabilities of the product. Overall, customers are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.
"...The comfort is alright. It feels sturdy, and not some cheap stuff, making its price worth paying for...." Read more
"...Looks totally awesome* Feels great to type on..." Read more
"...Pros:- Smooth, Low-Profile keys- Soft keystrokes, quieter than the average keyboard- Sleek look and design-..." Read more
"...All-in-all I have found this keyboard to be a joy to type on, and practical in every way a traditional USB or battery-powered wireless keyboard..." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the keyboard. For example, they mention it's sleek, has an ingenious Logitech design, and has a beautiful reflective surface. That said, they appreciate the matte textured keys and the minimal design.
"...They look sexy and slim. They're good combination as wireless tech gadgets...." Read more
"...The keyboard is as thin as advertised. It is very sleek, and looks great on a glass desk...." Read more
"...Soft keystrokes, quieter than the average keyboard- Sleek look and design- Internal battery holds a charge for almost 3 months-..." Read more
"...to someone with either smaller or larger hands than I. Key ergonomics are also well-designed and of the more modern chiclet-style found on most..." Read more
Customers like the portability of the keyboard. They mention that it is slim as it can be, light enough to fit in their backpack, and has a compact look. Some say that the keyboard is heavier than expected considering its size and plastic. Overall, most are satisfied with the port ability of the product.
"...This keyboard is not heavy but it has a slightly heavy feeling to it than a regular keyboard with buttons of higher height...." Read more
"...It is thin but has a nice weight to it so it does not feel like a flimsy piece of plastic. The glossy background behind the keys are very glossy...." Read more
"...Thin, light, green, great feel, no charging required, numpad and an ingenious Logitech design has combined forces to create arguably the best piece..." Read more
"...unit (Logitech calls it a "unifying receiver") of the K750 is astonishingly small: about the half the size of a USB connector...." Read more
Customers like the ease of use of the keyboard. For example, they mention it's easy to set up, with no hassles. The software walks you through the setup so you can connect both devices through one dongle. The Solar App is simple and helpful at indicating. The driver was installed within seconds and the K750 was ready to go. Customers also say the keyboard itself installed without problems and downloading SetPoint and the Solar App was very easy.
"...One thing that surprised me was that there is NO INSTALLATION AT ALL. Literally, you plug the transceiver into a USB port and turn the keyboard on...." Read more
"...it with my Performance MX's unifying receiver, the driver was installed within seconds and the K750 was ready to go...." Read more
"...easy installation. plug and play!- very good packaging. sturdy box and internal cardboard support...." Read more
"...uncharged battery lights the "frowny face" indicator.. it just seems so pointless...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the quality of the keyboard. Some mention it's sturdy, well made, and has a nice heft. The whole unit is very stable, and reliable. However, others say that the keyboard itself is faulty, the keys cannot be replaced, and the tops of the keys are looser than on the old version.
"...The comfort is alright. It feels sturdy, and not some cheap stuff, making its price worth paying for...." Read more
"...The keyboard is a bit expensive but is clearly of high quality* Most painless install I've ever seen in my life for a wireless device*..." Read more
"...Old Review:Very nice build quality on this keyboard. It is thin but has a nice weight to it so it does not feel like a flimsy piece of plastic...." Read more
"...into its 3-year warranty period, one of the two "Shift" key caps came loose from the base, and would not re-seat...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the performance of the keyboard. Some mention that it does the job fairly well, while others say that it stopped working completely. Some customers also mention that the keyboard is flimsy and does not work natively with older motherboards that have PS/2 mouse.
"...THe best keyboard I've ever touched! It has features that are useful such as follows:-..." Read more
"...The feature set of the keyboard is decent - there's a FN key between CTRL and ALT on the right side of the keyboard that, when held down, allows the..." Read more
"...It's starting to show signs of failing so I wanted to at least put this out here for people to see. I ordered this keyboard back in January of 2015...." Read more
"...They keyboard is beautiful and well designed for functionality but a "solar powered" keyboard should not have such a short battery life as it just..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the responsiveness of the keyboard. Some mention that the keys are very responsive, and the layout is simple. They also say that the keyboard is easy to press and type on, with enough resistance that they are not pressing. However, others say that it lags terribly, and their typing speed is much slower on this keyboard than on other keyboards.
"...Pros:- Smooth, Low-Profile keys- Soft keystrokes, quieter than the average keyboard- Sleek look and design-..." Read more
"...1. It may simply take some getting used to, but my typing speed is much slower on this keyboard than on either my personal laptop (Dell E1705) and..." Read more
"...The keys are quiet and responsive, and there is no lag of any kind in responsiveness...." Read more
"...I would use the keyboard for a short time and then it would stall when I typed, and then it would straight up ignore some keys, and then it would..." Read more
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- home button (Fcn key + home icon on F1 button); if you click this when you are on internet browser, it goes to your home page. It goes to itunes home when clicked in itunes.
- calculator button (F4 + Fcn): you don't need to go through START button, and try to find calculator when it's not that straight-forward, or it takes a bit of annoying time to get to it.
- iTunes button (F5 + Fcn key): very impressive, useful button. It opens up iTunes when it's not open. If iTunes is already open, then you can switch quickly over to your iTunes screen from whatever you've been doing (like internet browing, etc.)
- F6 + Fcn key = previous button (meaning 'skip to previous' sort of button; you can skip to a previous song in iTunes.
- F7 = play/pause button
- F8 = next button (fast-forward shaped icon); self-explanatory
- F9 = mute
-F10 = volume decrease
-F11 = volume increase
And wow, I just figured out what F12 (+ Fcn key) does and it's amazing for my purpose and opinion!
It's a sleep button for the computer. So when you click this, the computer (mine is laptop) goes to sleep, which is what I wanted exactly, but did not know while I was researching about this keyboard.
The comfort is alright. It feels sturdy, and not some cheap stuff, making its price worth paying for. And I can't continue to be amazed by this keyboard because of its usefulness and design/somewhat ergo. This keyboard will cure my shoulder stiffness, because I had to type in my laptop, and I just couldn't deal with that kind of neck-shoulder pain anymore while crouching on the table.
Now, as for the solar feature, this keyboard is probably the best one out there, and the legit one (that is, with the least bad reviews)! I mean there's no cable, and there's no replacing batteries! It's all solar power. But you don't even have to go over to your window and let it sit there for hours and hours. This works just next to a light-stand. So this keyboard is just amazing for this greenness. Considering wirelessness as a plus and no batteries to be bought, buying this keyboard will actually make you save money eventually.
In terms of gaming, this keyboard may not be very suitable. I bought this for just standard purpose. Type things without the keyboard on the laptop, and type things at a distance whenever I want to (for example, on the bed). I think this will work for someone who is tired of all the extra stuff and cable-ness, and wants some fresh technology like solar power to go green.
In terms of durability, I think this will last long. I think if this gets dropped on a hard surface, maybe it will have some negative impact, but I haven't dropped it yet and wish it doesn't drop on any hard surface. But the material is definitely not cheap though. It's extremely thin, so if you have an angry buffy guy, he might be able to bend your keyboard if he's mad at you. But it's all in my imagination and only based on my textual sense.
This keyboard is not heavy but it has a slightly heavy feeling to it than a regular keyboard with buttons of higher height. But this flatness feature of this keyboard makes it easy to carry it around in a bag.
So far I like this keyboard, and I'm using Arc Touch mouse with this one now. They look sexy and slim. They're good combination as wireless tech gadgets.
My only one gripe is that the angle-adjusting clip-stands on the bottom may get damaged because it's quite thin and not spherical or circular so as to not be broken or chopped off if a keyboard happens to be thrown or smashed by something. It would be nicer if they could make the clip-stand legs more globular or spherical if you know what I mean.
One thing that surprised me was that there is NO INSTALLATION AT ALL. Literally, you plug the transceiver into a USB port and turn the keyboard on. That's it. A few seconds later, my Windows 7 (64-bit) OS detected the keyboard, installed the drivers, and I was up and running. This is the single most seamless experience I have ever had with a wireless device, and it was impressive. This is how wireless device setup should be - other manufacturers take note.
The solar panels on the keyboard are subtle and I don't notice them at all. The keyboard has a glossy black glass surface that accumulates dust very visibly, but when you keep it clean it looks like a darn cool keyboard. The keyboard comes with a cloth wipe for keeping the solar panels clear of dust. I use it once every couple days for aesthetics.
Like other reviewers, I can also confirm that the battery meter never budges. I do a lot of computer work - I'm a professional software engineer whose HOBBY is also software, so it is a rare day when I do not spend at least 4-5 hours (and usually much much more) typing away. In the two weeks I've had this keyboard so far it has yet to leave the "100%" mark, and I leave it on constantly.
Speaking of power, I live in the not-so-sunny city of Seattle and usually have the blinds part-way open. Right now as I type this, the keyboard software reports it is receiving 330 lux, more than enough to charge the battery (if it actually needed charging, which it does not and so far has not with two weeks of constant abuse). During the evening my lamp gives the keyboard about 50 lux, and for comparison that is a 60-watt bulb sitting about 2 feet from the keyboard behind a lampshade. On a sunny day, the keyboard receives several thousand lux, which is far beyond the good end of the meter that the keyboard software provides (500 lux).
The feature set of the keyboard is decent - there's a FN key between CTRL and ALT on the right side of the keyboard that, when held down, allows the function keys to perform various functions: navigate to home, send mail, magnify, launch windows calculator, start Windows Media Player, previous track, pause, next track, mute, lower volume, raise volume, put computer to sleep and bring up the right-click context menu at the cursor location.
As also mentioned in other reviews, there is no capslock, scroll-lock or numlock light. The one feature missing from this keyboard is a graphical indicator in the Windows taskbar for these keyboard states, but there are several free tools out there on the Internet that will provide this functionality if it really bugs you. I can't honestly say I've noticed or cared.
The keyboard is as thin as advertised. It is very sleek, and looks great on a glass desk. It has feet for standing up, and unlike some other reviews I saw I do not feel that the feet are of inferior quality. I have been using computer keyboards for 27 years and I think the feet on this are actually way better than the ones on some other keyboards I've had in the past.
The keys do have the general feel of a laptop keyboard, but are noticeably sturdier than most. The keyboard does not flex at all, and I had no problems adjusting to this keyboard style from my "classic" PC keyboard. The keyboard is full sized, unlike most laptop keyboards, so the transition is very easy. If anything I feel that my hands have less strain typing on this keyboard because it requires less effort to press the keys - but not so little that you'll make extra typos because of it (the keys have a satisfying pressure threshold for registering a keystroke).
To summarize:
* The keyboard is a bit expensive but is clearly of high quality
* Most painless install I've ever seen in my life for a wireless device
* Battery life is apparently as good as the other exuberant reviewers (and the manufacturer) suggest - even in a dark room for days on end, the keyboard has a full battery.
* Looks totally awesome
* Feels great to type on
I'd say: spoil yourself just a bit and say goodbye to the keyboard wire forever because you will never want to go back after you experience this keyboard.
UPDATE: 23 June 2011 - Keyboard is still working great. I've gotten the power down as low as 85% through prolonged sunlight starvation; leaving the blinds open for a single afternoon had it back at 100% the next time I turned on the computer, so I'm happy to report I'm still very satisfied with the device. If battery life does become a problem, the on/off switch is right next to the minus key on the numeric keypad, so it's simple enough to turn the keyboard off when not using it.
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Reviewed in Mexico on November 28, 2023
É muito prático ter a recarga solar.
Só é uma pena a dificuldade de achar o produto.
And worst of all, it was SO LOUD.
Now, this isn't a SILENT keyboard, but it is much quieter than most. The keys themselves are low profile and easier to press, so hands don't get as fatigued.
I used one of these for three years as I travelled.
Positives?
-Quiet
-Keys are well-placed and by having slight spaces between certain key groups, it's easier to find them with tough-typing
-Batteries don't need replacing due to solar
-Low profile of both the keyboards and the keys means not having to hinge your wrist as much, so reduced strain.
Negatives?
-It's heavy! All that solar stuff adds to the weight
-Very difficult to charge in poor lighting, and interior lights are often not bright enough to compensate. I have fond memories of leaving my keyboard on the stairs in Cambodia or Albania or wherever, to try and get it to charge so I could work.
Is it a perfect keyboard? No, but it's a REALLY good one.
I'm a professional writer and I have to interview people and take notes, and I think this will be much less invasive during our recorded conversations now.