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dedukes

macrumors newbie
Original poster
Nov 28, 2005
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Hi.

The keyboards on my Macbook Air and iMac are killing my wrists. Some days I can barely type.

Can someone recommend a good ergonomic keyboard that works well with Macs? I'd love wireless, if possible.

Thanks.
 

mslide

macrumors 6502a
Sep 17, 2007
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Kinesis Advantage. When it comes to ergonomic keyboards, that's the best. Yes, it's very expensive and takes a couple/few weeks to get used to but it's worth it. There isn't a wireless version. You also won't get bells and whistles like backlit keys although the media keys do work with iTunes. I had wrist pains before switching to this keyboard and they're all gone. It's also made my typing quite a bit faster. You have to type correctly to use this keyboard. It won't let you 'cheat' (e.g. not using your pinky).

http://www.amazon.com/Kinesis-KB500...7225947&sr=8-2&keywords=kinesis+advantage+pro

My second choice, if you're looking for a more reasonably priced keyboard, would be the Microsoft Natural but that's a big step down.

edit:

Do you use a mouse or a trackpad?

I use a Logitech Performance MX mouse with one of those mouse pads that have a gel wrist pad built into them. That's the most comfortable setup for me.
 
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fhall1

macrumors 68040
Dec 18, 2007
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Thanks. Is this what you're talking about?

http://www.logitech.com/en-us/product/wireless-wave-combo-mk550?crid=27

Do you use a mouse or a trackpad?

Yes - that's the one. When I got mine a couple years ago Logitech was printing the Mac "Symbols" on the special keys by the spacebar, the photo you show doesn't look like they have them (not a big deal though).

I actually don't use the keyboard any more - I went to the Logitech solar model (but it's not ergonomic)

I use the Logitech Performance MX mouse - I have long fingers and like the feel of a larger mouse.
 

compwiz59

macrumors newbie
Sep 17, 2014
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Ergonomic Keyboard Recommendation

I would recommend the Logitech Wave or, but if you like the split-keyboard design better, than I would suggest the Fellowes 98915 Ergonomic Keyboard. These are both mentioned on this site. I enjoy using the Wave. I have used it at work for the past 2 years and it has proven its weight in gold to me. Prior to getting this and an Ergonomic Chair, I was getting cramps and aches almost daily. The difference was like day and night to me once a changed up my workspace. Wish you luck in your search for a keyboard.
 
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