Sculpt Comfort Keyboard



SCULPT COMFORT KEYBOARDFact SheetSeptember 201250793653686175Behind the ScenesDid you know?Research shows that 90 percent of people use only their right thumb to hit the space bar, leaving the left side of the bar virtually untouched1. At the same time, the backspace key is the third-most-used key on the keyboard (which doesn’t say much for our typing skills), only behind the spacebar key and the letter “e.”1 Microsoft’s designers saw this as an opportunity to improve the keyboard’s layout and made the decision to split the spacebar and build in backspace functionality into the left-hand side to improve ergonomic benefits and typing efficiency. Ask the designers!With the Sculpt Comfort Keyboard, the Microsoft Hardware industrial design team set out to create an ergonomic, efficient peripheral. Members of the design team are available for interviews if you are interested in learning more about their design process and the research behind the Sculpt Comfort Keyboard. 350000Behind the ScenesDid you know?Research shows that 90 percent of people use only their right thumb to hit the space bar, leaving the left side of the bar virtually untouched1. At the same time, the backspace key is the third-most-used key on the keyboard (which doesn’t say much for our typing skills), only behind the spacebar key and the letter “e.”1 Microsoft’s designers saw this as an opportunity to improve the keyboard’s layout and made the decision to split the spacebar and build in backspace functionality into the left-hand side to improve ergonomic benefits and typing efficiency. Ask the designers!With the Sculpt Comfort Keyboard, the Microsoft Hardware industrial design team set out to create an ergonomic, efficient peripheral. Members of the design team are available for interviews if you are interested in learning more about their design process and the research behind the Sculpt Comfort Keyboard. If you’re looking for an extremely comfortable, stylish keyboard to complement your Windows 8 PC, the new Sculpt Comfort Keyboard is the perfect choice. It combines advanced ergonomics such as the Contour Curve key layout and padded palm rest to encourage a more natural positioning of your body, thoughtful productivity features such as integrated Windows 8 Hot Keys to improve efficiency, and a versatile design such as the removable palm rest to adjust to your specific needs. Microsoft Corp. is constantly exploring new ways to give you a more comfortable and productive computing experience. With the Sculpt Comfort Keyboard, Microsoft Hardware is introducing its first split spacebar with backspace functionality. Research shows that the space bar is the No. 1 most depressed key, pressed, on average, more than 650 times per day,1 so Microsoft increased the space bar size, making it easier to hit, while its backspace functionality helps to increase productivity by keeping your hands in a standard typing position even when you make a typo. Top Features and BenefitsContoured design creates a natural arc that promotes a comfortable, neutral wrist position and puts keys within easy reach.Detachable padded palm rest provides added comfort when attached and a sleek, compact look when removed.Palm Lift helps to straighten and support the wrists .Split space bar with backspace functionality is designed to make the most of the keyboard’s real estate while providing the added ergonomic benefit of avoiding the awkward “pinky” reach to the standard backspace key.Equipped with Windows 8 Hot Keys so you can quickly search, access device settings and share with the tap of a finger.Wireless USB connectivity gives you increased freedom and mobility.Read on for more information about the following:Top-Line System Requirements / Availability and Pricing / Contact InfoTop-Line System RequirementsTo use the Sculpt Comfort Keyboard, consumers need the following:For a Windows-based PCWindows 8, Windows RT3, Windows 7 or Windows Vista2 AAA alkaline batteries (included)An available USB portAvailability and PricingThe Sculpt Comfort Keyboard will be available soon for an estimated retail price of $59.95 (U.S.).2The Sculpt Comfort Keyboard is backed by a worldwide three-year limited hardware warranty. The limited warranty and license agreement are available at Based on a 2004 study of U.S. office workers commissioned by Microsoft. 2 Actual retail price may vary.3 Advanced functionality not available with all devices. See compatibility information at InfoFor more information, press only:Rapid Response Team, Waggener Edstrom Worldwide, +1 (503) 443-7070, rrt@For more product information and images:Visit the Microsoft News Center at more information about Microsoft Hardware:Visit the Microsoft Hardware blog at . ................
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