ProtoArc EK01 Plus Backlit Bluetooth Ergonomic Keyboard, Full Size, Red

This is my first venture into using a split keys keyboard. I have taken a different job that requires me to type a significant amount of my day. I quickly developed a repetitive motion problem with my left picky from using the shift and CTRL keys to capitalize and copy paste. Using an ergonomic keyboard has changed the location of those keys so I didn't have to strain that finger to type. Additionally, the new position of my hands makes typing a good part of the day much easier on my hands and body. What makes this ergonomic keyboard stand out? The keys near the center remain near standard size. The space in the middle is allowed to naturally be there. The rest of the keyboard layout is similar to all the other 101 key keyboards so you do not have to adapt to a different key placement of special function keys. The media controls are in the space between the keys. I didn't have much of an opinion either way until I started using them to control the volume on the podcasts I listen to. The placement keeps me from having to find the correct controls on the function keys, It is back lit. I am not a trained touch typist and find myself looking at the keys fairly often to reset my fingers on the keys. It is rechargeable. I charge it at the end of the week and have not had a problem with it dying during my work week. If it did all you need to do is connect it to a USB C charging cable and it gets a full charge in about the same time as it does tour cell phone. You can use it while it is charging. The feel is great the keys have a good resistance and a comfortable travel distance when you push them. You might even find yourself pressing a little less. Maybe the most surprising thing is the heft of the unit itself. It weighs a significant amount. Much more than my Logitech I replaced it with. The advantage of this is it stays in place on my desk . I don't feel it sliding as I type. This is a problem, as I do have a lot of hand movement when I type, and I do not find myself having to reposition the keyboard before homing my fingers. When you type it feels solid on every key press. It has the ability to connect to multiple Bluetooth devices and still use the receiver provided to communicate with another without having to do anything beside pick the device on the orange keys. The wrist rest is padded and is something I didn't have on any other keyboard before this one. It definitely adds to the overall comfort of the unit.

Perfect in everything! Ergonomic in every way you want it to be! The backlit is very helpful to me.

la couleur est vraiment belle, j'ai eu une adaptation , car j'utilisais les droits. mais une fois fait, c est vraiment le fun, en plus j'ai moins mal aux poignets ! juste pour ca ca en valait la peine .

This keyboard is a delight to use. I wasn't sure if I would be happy with this type of keyboard as I am a fast touch-typist (over 100 wpm) and had read that the type of keys like this keyboard uses weren't that good for fast typing. But I've found exactly the opposite to be true. I'm actually typing faster now on this keyboard! The ergonomic design is perfect for maintaining a healthy posture for your wrists while typing. I like the cushioned palm rest, it really takes the fatigue out of typing for long periods of time. It's a full-size keyboard as well, which is great as I use all of the function and additional keys every day. I like the quietness of the 'clickiness' of the keys. Not overly loud, just a nice responsive sound as I type. The backlighting is truly a plus! I've never had a keyboard with backlighting before and now I wonder how I ever got along with it! Especially for typing in dimly lit areas or at night. It's really versatile as well. It has three ways to connect devices, one WiFi which requires use of the provided dongle, and two Bluetooth connections. I've set mine up to use one Bluetooth for my PC and the other one for my Android phone. I also have the Wifi connector enabled for my PC as a backup. UPDATE: About two months after purchasing, I had some problems with intermittent repeating keys. It didn't happen very often, but often enough that it became annoying to me. The keyboard comes with a two-year factory warranty, so I contacted Protoarc directly. They were so kind and understanding. They helped me troubleshoot the problem and when those steps failed to resolve the issue, they then offered to replace the keyboard free of charge, which I did. Within a week my new keyboard arrived, and it's been rock solid with no repeating keys. I was really impressed with their assistance and quick action to resolve this for me. I highly recommend the Protoarck EK01 Plus keyboard.

I've been using this ergonomic keyboard for about a month now, and it's a pretty solid choice if you're looking to improve your typing comfort. The split design is definitely a step up from my old flat keyboard, and the wrist support has made a noticeable difference in how my hands feel at the end of long workdays. The keys themselves are low-profile and quiet, which I really appreciate. They have a nice, light touch that makes typing feel smooth and effortless. The media controls are conveniently placed in the middle of the keyboard, and they work well for adjusting volume and skipping tracks without taking my hands off the keys. However, there are a couple of things to note. First, the keyboard is quite wide, which might be an issue if you have smaller hands or limited desk space. I found myself occasionally hitting the wrong keys or not pressing them hard enough, especially when I first started using it. It took me a little while to get used to the wider key spacing after being used to a narrower keyboard. Another minor quirk is that some keys sometimes register as double-taps, which can be annoying when you're in the middle of typing a document. This hasn't been a major issue for me, but it's something to keep in mind if you rely heavily on precise key inputs. Overall, this keyboard has improved my typing experience and comfort level, but it might take some adjustment if you're used to a more traditional layout. If you have larger hands or are willing to adapt, it’s definitely worth considering.