Microsoft Wireless Keyboard: a review, specifications and user reviews

The attitude of Russian-speaking users to the American brand Microsoft is very interesting. Using its products, most people are very negative about the manufacturer, whether it be software, mobile equipment or accessories. Few users generally realize that this company is one of the few that uses the latest technologies, which are designed to make life easier for the common man in the street. The focus of this article is one of such high-tech products. This is the Microsoft keyboard. A brief overview, characteristics and user reviews will allow the reader to look at the leader of the world market on the other hand.

The right approach to the end user

The user will be very surprised if he finds out that Microsoft does not position its products under any niche in the market - its purpose is all people, regardless of age or status. Accordingly, all products of the company, whether it's an operating system, a mouse or a Microsoft wireless keyboard , are equipped with all the necessary documentation and accessories that can exclude questions from the user during installation or connection.

And if it's a question of the keyboard, then you can rest assured that you can get acquainted with the full description of the product before opening the box. It will not be difficult to learn compatibility with the equipment, as well as get acquainted with all the characteristics. Separate attention deserves bundling. There must always be disks with drivers and software, as well as a complete manual describing the installation process and proper use.

Appearance and build quality

The fact that the Microsoft keyboard is made in China does not mean that it is of poor quality. A serious manufacturer struggles for every buyer. Therefore, the user is unlikely to find at least one flaw in this accessory. Everything is so perfectly adjusted that you can decide that the keyboard is hand-assembled. In production, only high-quality plastic is used, which does not creak when deformed and does not burn out in the sun.

All Microsoft devices have a unique appearance that never repeats even when restyling popular keyboard modifications. The fact is that the best designers of the world are working hard to create Microsoft devices. Every product of this company is a real masterpiece, whether it's a phone or a keyboard. Microsoft's mouse, if it comes in the form of a kit, is always executed to match the keyboard - the same design and color.

With the times

Since Microsoft follows market requirements, all of its products come with just one goal - to make it easier for the user to use the computer. Now in the trend of multimedia and work on the Internet, which means that all management should be directly at the user's fingertips.

The Microsoft keyboard necessarily has a lot of additional buttons, the click of which can replace the management of audio and video content, as well as provide convenient surfing on the Internet. Do not forget that it was in the company of Microsoft invented to give one button a few functions, so all products are supplied with a lot of usefulness, including keyboard shortcuts (in most cases, the binding goes to the Microsoft Office package).

The best product

Judging by numerous reviews in the media, the best product from an American manufacturer is the Microsoft Natural Ergonomic Desktop 7000 mouse and keyboard. Users are assured that this tandem is designed for maximum convenience. Wireless connection over the radio channel will relieve the owner of unnecessary wires on the desk. Many users who prefer to eat directly in front of the monitor, like the keyboard's protection from splashes and moisture. In fact, the device can be quickly rinsed under running water, but it is not officially declared by the manufacturer. Quite a lot of positive feedback from users about this.

The keyboard has a very comfortable palm rest. The angle of its inclination is adjusted so correctly that when typing a large volume of text for several hours, hands do not get tired. At first it seems that the manufacturer is clearly overbred with the weight of the keyboard and mouse - they just do not tear off the table. Later, the user will understand how comfortable it is in the work, when the keyboard and mouse stand where they were originally installed.

Available alternative

For those who want to use the best product without spending additional funds for wireless technologies and a mouse, you will like the light version of the product from the Natural Ergonomic Keyboard series - Microsoft 4000. The keyboard is connected to the computer using a wired USB interface. The rest of the functionality remained unchanged: a unique stand for hands, a huge weight, multimedia keys and protection from moisture.

However, many users, judging by their feedback, have a lot of questions to the manufacturer regarding this model of the keyboard. First of all, the "Space" key confuses - the keys seem to be identical, but in a cheaper version this cumbersome button has a very hard move. Confuses users and a USB cable, which is only two meters in length.

Device for creative personalities

The set, mouse and keyboard Microsoft Wireless Sculpt Ergonomic Desktop are positioned in the market of computer accessories as a unique device with a high degree of protection. On the one hand, it is a unique design that attracts the views of all potential buyers. Unique wrist rest not only copes with its task, but it gives the user the opportunity to adjust the angle of tilt the way he likes it. Naturally, the keyboard has multimedia keys, and also has additional keys, the functionality of which can be assigned by the user.

The potential buyer and the system of encryption of the wireless signal from the keyboard to the computer deserves attention. It is compliant with the AES-128 standard. Users, judging by their feedback in the media, have long been expecting such a step of the manufacturer, as it is known that it is quite easy to intercept the radio signal of keyboards. To do this, you need a normal audio card, a radio and a program for decryption.

Interesting offer for a low price

The Microsoft 3000 Series keyboard boasts an abundance of modifications that have almost identical technical characteristics, but a very different design, which should attract the attention of the buyer. In our country, the futuristic design of curved keyboards somehow did not take root. This is evidenced by negative feedback from both owners and sellers. The whole problem is the keystrokes, each of which has its own tactile response. Maybe it's convenient for blind dialing, but initially it looks like a breakdown or a marriage.

But the classic version of the 3000 series of keyboards in the Slim format is very popular among users. First, the high quality of the device itself: expensive plastic, soft buttons, quiet operation. The second argument is the price that is available to many users. An excellent solution of the manufacturer in terms of bundling the keyboard with the mouse - the user himself decides whether to purchase a kit or just a keyboard (obviously there is not one of these competitors).

Market of cheap devices

In the media, judging by the reviews, many users are talking about two completely incompatible words - "cheap" and "Microsoft." USB-keyboard of the budget class of this brand can destroy this myth. Devices 100/200 series do not differ from the models of competitors, except that at a price that Microsoft has significantly less. Also, the American brand provides a two-year guarantee to all users on their keyboards, which no competitor does for budget-class devices (they are considered consumables).

But the 300/400/600 series keyboards have a three-year warranty. A full-sized device with the presence of function keys should not be in the budget class at all. But because of the low price of this keyboard in the Russian market, it has to compete with more substandard devices from Chinese manufacturers.

Game solutions from Microsoft

For some reason, many users think that the Microsoft keyboard is not at all suitable for games. Apparently its appearance is not associated with this class. In fact, it was Microsoft who came up with the task of assigning scripts to function keys, releasing their first device ten years ago with the ability to manage the Microsoft Office suite.

But if the user craves visual signs that a game keyboard should have , then it's worth paying attention to the Microsoft Sidewinder x4 device: key illumination, four game modes, the presence of multimedia and function buttons. And all this is practically nothing - 2000 rubles. No competitor with the same extensive functionality could even come close to this cost.

Blow below the belt to all competitors simultaneously

Not for the first year, Microsoft's Reclusa keyboard holds the first place among the Bluetooth-sets on the market. It would seem that the last century, but no, it is this technology is in demand among the owners of smartphones and widescreen tablets. Multimedia keyboard with additional function keys, which the user can customize for themselves. Key illumination, protection against impacts and moisture ingress. Does the market have competitors with a USB hub? And in the Microsoft Reclusa keyboard, in addition to connecting the mouse, you can recharge mobile devices via the USB port.

There are, of course, negative reviews: the lack of a Russian-speaking driver to the device creates difficulties for many users when setting up the function keys. Not all mobile devices are able to communicate via Bluetooth with the keyboard, and accordingly, and work.

Finally

As can be seen from the review, many reviews in the media about Microsoft products do not correspond to reality. After all, the Microsoft keyboard, represented on the Russian market, is the best product among competitors by the criterion of "price-quality". And if there are problems with the production of imperfect operating systems and software from this manufacturer (or maybe they are also invented by users?), Then with electronics, Microsoft has complete order!