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Kinesis USB Freestyle2 Keyboard for Mac (20" Extended Separation)
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Brand | KINESIS |
Compatible Devices | PC |
Connectivity Technology | USB |
Keyboard Description | Multimedia |
Recommended Uses For Product | Office |
Special Feature | Multimedia Keyboard |
Number of Keys | 94 |
Keyboard backlighting color support | Single Color |
Style | Ergonomic |
Product Dimensions | 15.35"L x 7.28"W x 0.71"H |
About this item
- AWARD-WINNING SPLIT DESIGN: Unlike fixed ergonomic keyboards, the Freestyle2 allows you to rotate and separate the key modules up to 20" to achieve natural hand, wrist and forearm positions for your specific body type and preferences.
- STANDARD MAC LAYOUT: The Freestyle2 for Mac features a standard Mac layout with Mac-specific hotkeys, shortcuts and multimedia keys to boost your productivity. No software or special drivers required.
- LOW-FORCE KEY SWITCHES: The Freestyle2 uses a custom membrane key switch that features a low-activation force and tactile feedback to reduce finger fatigue, impact and strain.
- WHAT'S IN THE BOX: Freestyle2 keyboard with a standard Mac Layout and 20" linking cable, detachable pivot tether for adjustable splay, and Quick Start Guide.
- PLUG-AND-PLAY: Mac OS X 10.4+. No software or special drivers required.
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Ergonomic | 4.6 | 4.7 | — | 4.3 | 4.3 | 4.5 |
Value for money | 3.9 | 3.7 | — | 4.0 | 4.1 | 3.1 |
Comfort | 4.3 | 4.4 | — | 4.1 | 3.7 | — |
For gaming | — | 4.2 | — | 3.0 | — | 3.5 |
Sold By | Amazon.com | Cloud Nine Ergo | BaroccoMistel | Perixx USA | Perixx USA | SolidSignal |
connectivity tech | USB | USB | Wired/Wireless | wired | USB-A | Bluetooth |
number of keys | 94 | 19 | 64 | 84 | 86 | 76 |
hardware interface | usb | usb | usb | — | — | bluetooth |
compatible devices | PC | PC | — | Laptop, PC, Tablet | PC | PC |
keyboard description | Multimedia | Ergonomic | Mechanical | Ergonomic | Membrane | Mechanical |
operating system | Mac,Mac Os | Windows | Windows, Mac OS X | Windows 7 | Windows | Windows 10 |
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Product information
Product Dimensions | 15.35 x 7.28 x 0.71 inches |
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Item Weight | 2.2 pounds |
Manufacturer | Kinesis Corporation |
ASIN | B009ZNBJBM |
Country of Origin | China |
Item model number | KB800HMB-US-20 |
Customer Reviews |
4.2 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #1,261 in Computer Keyboards |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | November 1, 2012 |
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Product Description
The Freestyle2 is the most versatile ergonomic keyboard on the market and is designed to adapt to your body type and preferences to increase your comfort and boost your productivity. Customize the position of the keyboard modules with adjustable split, splay and tenting to achieve natural positions for your hands, wrists, and forearms to reduce static muscle tension and strain.
Adjustable split boosts comfort and productivity for all body types
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Adjustable SplitSeparate and splay the modules to shoulder-width to keep wrists straight. Choose the standard 9 inch or the extended 20 inch separation model. |
Available TentingTenting enables 5, 10, and 15 degrees to reduce forearm pronation caused by flat keyboards. Chose the VIP3 (with Palm Supports) or V3 Accessory (without Palm Supports). |
Low ProfileZero-degree slope and available cushioned Palm Supports Accessory eliminate harmful wrist extension. |
Compact DesignTenkeyless layout results in a smaller footprint for closer mouse placement to reduce over-reach |
Kinesis Corporation- The leaders in computer ergonomics since 1992
Freestyle2 tents up to 90 degrees with the Ascent Accessory
Kinesis Corporation
Kinesis Corporation was founded in 1991 with the objective of developing the first computer keyboard optimized for comfort and productivity. After extensive research, the first Kinesis contoured keyboard, the Model 100, was launched commercially in 1992. The success of the Kinesis contoured keyboard in solving intractable RSI problems has been remarkable and unprecedented.
Twenty-seven years later and Kinesis is still creating innovative ergonomic keyboards for work and recreation.
- Seattle, Washington USA
- Liftetime Tech Support
The Freestyle design is backed by extensive research and testing
For 7 months the Atlas IPS firm conducted an independent study investigating the impact of the Freestyle keyboard’s unique split design on posture, comfort, and performance with 80 employees at a large U.S. software company.
Findings:
- 100% were back to full productivity after a brief adaption period
- 96% preferred the Freestyle over their conventional keyboard
- 79% experienced a decrease in neck discomfort
- 50% experienced a decrease in ulnar deviation
Optional tenting accessories reduce painful forearm pronation caused by conventional flat keyboards
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VIP3 at 5 DegreesUnsnap legs and fold flat |
VIP3 at 10 DegreesSnap legs and flip in |
VIP3 at 15 DegreesSnap legs and flip out |
Kinesis Freestyle2 Keyboard for PC
Specifications
- Width: Min: 15.4 inches; Max: 23.5 inches
- Depth: 7.1 inches
- Height: 0.9
- Connection: USB Wired
- USB Cable Length: 6 feet
- 2-Port USB Hub
- Weight: 2 lbs
Other members of the award-winning Freestyle split keyboard family:
- Wireless Bluetooth, PC, and International layout model of the Freestyle2 are available.
- For mechanical key switches and programmability choose the Freestyle Pro.
- For mechanical key switches, programmability, and backlighting choose the Freestyle Edge.
Standard Mac Layout, No Learning Curve
Choose 9" or 20" Linking Cable
- Mac OS X 10.4 and newer
Low-Force, Tactile Key Switches
- Peak force: 44 grams
- Activation force: 35 grams
- Travel distance: 3.9 mm
- Switch type: Rubber dome, membrane
From the brand
Kinesis
The absolute best in ergonomics, since 1992.
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Kinesis was founded in 1991 in Seattle, Washington with the objective of developing the first computer keyboard optimized for comfort and productivity.
Thirty years later and we're still creating innovative and award-winning ergonomic keyboards for both work and gaming.
Learn More at:
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Kinesis has a keyboard for you. Choose from Mechanical or Membrane, Programmable or Basic, Flat or Tented, Bluetooth or USB and more.
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Ergonomics come first
Our products are designed to address Ulnar Deviation, Wrist Extention, Forearm Extension, Mouse Over-reach, and Fingertip Impact.
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Customers like the comfort, performance, and posture of the keyboard. For example, they mention that it helps with discomfort, keeps their shoulders and arms from hurting, and that it functions very well. They are also satisfied with adjustability, and ease of use. That said, some complain about the keyfeel, saying that the keys aren't exactly paradise and are in awkward locations. Opinions are mixed on quality and appearance.
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Customers like the comfort of the keyboard. For example, they say it helps with discomfort, has a simple design, and it doesn't cause pain in the elbows, wrists, or fingers. The keyboard is also good in terms of ergonomics, and reduces or eliminates back pain. Customers also say the keys feel good and are easy to type on. Overall, most are satisfied with the comfort and functionality of the product.
"...Handy shortcut keys on the left side- Feels good to type on, even for a membrane keyboard.-..." Read more
"...My pain is gone and my guitar playing is swinging along again...." Read more
"...I miss it when I don't have it and it helps avoid torquing the wrists when you are typing. I also love the feel of the keys...." Read more
"...keys, so it doesn't make noise when you type, yet still feels like a decent typing surface...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the performance of the keyboard. They mention that it works well for their purpose, is comfortable, and is well built. Some say that it's even better with tenting devices. Overall, most are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.
"...As much as the Kinesis has some cons, the pros are really nice...." Read more
"...Even though I'm not a gamer, that keyboard is well designed and a joy to use and feels like it will last forever...." Read more
"...They have been in constant use for the last 4 YEARS and they still work great! I'm a computer engineer and spend hours every day at the computer...." Read more
"...The stock model is just OK - I am giving it four stars however because it's a truly comfortable keyboard once you add the VIP3 accessory, which..." Read more
Customers like the ease of use of the keyboard. For example, they say it's very natural to use, convenient, and comfortable. That said, they mention it takes less work to press the keys, makes their life simple, and that it'll make typing a joy. Overall, most are happy with the product's ease of usage and find it to be one of the best ergonomic setups at this price range.
"...The typing action is decent and really quiet, the split feeling is amazing, and in general it's just a joy to type on...." Read more
"...keyboard without the funky key wells of the Advantage, it's easier to get used to...." Read more
"...hands, or forearms since switching to this keyboard and it's very natural to use - the separated keyboard design might throw some people at first..." Read more
"...I got, the 'U' key was not working 75% of the time, and it was very frustrating...." Read more
Customers like the posture of the keyboard. For example, they say it improves, allows their wrists to stay nearly straight, and helps correct back posture. They also say it provides an optimal position for anyone's body and allows natural hand placement. Customers also love the 15 degrees of tilt and the 20" split, which is wonderful for sitting at a desk.
"...to sit with my shoulders at a comfortable width, and allows my wrists to stay nearly straight when typing...." Read more
"The Kinesis Freestyle2...Pros: The 20" split is wonderful for sitting at a desk...." Read more
"...However, this keyboard lets me pull my shoulders back (which is super critical for good posture and warding off shoulder problems) and actually..." Read more
"...This is a brilliant design for a keyboard! No more rounded shoulder posture while typing which means no more shoulder and back pain!..." Read more
Customers like the adjustability of the keyboard. They say it's very adjustable to suit every body type, adapts to varied desktop configurations, and personal preferences. It's great for personalizing the width and angle of your keyboard, with tons of flexibility. Some customers say it’s better to adjust positions regularly so you are not staying in one position for too long. The keys feel good and the different height options also feel good. It’s quick to adjust to the new design.
"...of the keys on the Kinesis Freestyle2 is excellent--very smooth, tight, quiet, no sticking...." Read more
"...best ergonomic keyboard I've used (and I've tried lots), VERY adjustable (tent, rotate, split the halves), shortcut keys...." Read more
"...The ability to make small adjustments to each hand's distance and angle throughout the day can not be overstated...." Read more
"...It is better to adjust positions regularly so you are not staying in one position for too long...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the quality of the keyboard. Some mention that the build quality is top-notch, it's a solid product, and reliable. However, others say that it'd be better off buying a gaming mouse and keyboard. They also say that the U key didn't work 75% of the time and that the keyboard is not a mechanical keyboard.
"...but obviously the biggest bonus here is that the keyboard is separated which allows me to sit with my shoulders at a comfortable width, and allows..." Read more
"...The Kinesis keyboard is worth the cost—it's a lifesaver—but it will work best as part of a suite of solutions. Lower it down with a keyboard tray...." Read more
"...One minor downside to the keyboard is that the function key doesn't work the same way as the default apple keyboard, rather, the `fn` key is a toggle..." Read more
"...The typing action is decent and really quiet, the split feeling is amazing, and in general it's just a joy to type on...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the appearance of the keyboard. Some mention it has a great design, while others say it looks terrible on their desk. Some say the keyboard has clumsy design, old fashioned looking keys, and the caps lock key has dated styling.
"...3. Black is sexy, but many artists work in dark rooms...." Read more
"...Another minor problem is the styling on the caps lock key...." Read more
"...This is a brilliant design for a keyboard! No more rounded shoulder posture while typing which means no more shoulder and back pain!..." Read more
"...care for - the cable between the two haves is functional, but it looks weird...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the key feel of the keyboard. They mention that the keys are not exactly paradise, the escape and delete keys are in awkward locations, and the proportions between the keys differ from every Mac keyboard. Some say that the shift key on the right is small, and that the y and b keys are on the opposite side of what they are used to. They also mention that there is a bit more space between the key than they would have preferred, and some say that keystrokes are too long.
"...alt/option and command keys are small. I would have preferred a smaller spacebar on the left side to make those keys bigger...." Read more
"...Finally, the escape key and '`' (back tick) keys are in weird positions. The escape key is not as bad as the backtick...." Read more
"...when the two side are apart due to the fact that the keys are still aligned horrizontally, you have to place them quite far frm each other for the..." Read more
"...side shift since the colon is on that side too, and the shift key on the right is so small that I switched to Emacs instead to avoid having to use it..." Read more
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I've been in various roles in IT over the last 10 years and I've always had a mechanical keyboard with Cherry MX blue switches.
Over the past year or so I've taken on a Software Engineering role which means I've been typing more than ever. In the last 2 months or so I was developing wrist pain in my left wrist. I thought maybe it was from playing guitar too much, but I came to realize the reason for my wrist pain was because of the angle at which my arms and wrists were when using a keyboard. I'm 6'4" and broad shouldered, which means my wrists on a normal keyboard are almost at a 45 degree angle. Combine that large angle with excessive typing and it's no wonder I developed problems.
So, I began my search for a more ergonomic keyboard, particularly one that separated in the middle, but didn't have a drastically different layout (looking at you Kinesis Advantage and TruErgo) and so I found this and bought it sight unseen.
I was leary at first of the membrane switches but they do feel well and don't require much pressure to activate. I must say, they don't feel "mushy" either (a good thing!), but obviously the biggest bonus here is that the keyboard is separated which allows me to sit with my shoulders at a comfortable width, and allows my wrists to stay nearly straight when typing. A week later, and my wrist pain is all but a memory. I will definitely use this until it breaks, and I will buy again!
Good:
- Split keyboard design that retains a (mostly) standard key layout
- Handy shortcut keys on the left side
- Feels good to type on, even for a membrane keyboard.
- 20" separator instead of 9" on the standard split keyboard.
- 'Delete' key is now right about the 'Backspace' key. I was always bad at hitting the small Del key on a keyboard, but now it's much easier.
Bad:
- Function key is a toggle key (think like the Numlock key).
- alt/option and command keys are small. I would have preferred a smaller spacebar on the left side to make those keys bigger. I've since remapped my Caps Lock key to Command and I'm no longer struggling to hit the command key now.
Otherwise:
- Esc key is now a little farther than normal, but it's also 3x as a big, so that's a bit of a wash.
- The VIP3 Accessory kit is useless for me. I find this keyboard much easier to type on without the kit. I will be sending mine back.
I'm not a doctor, but I've had luck tracking down the sources of stress injuries by observing how my work posture varies from a natural, relaxed position. Sit straight in your chair with your hands below your elbows on an imaginary keyboard. Relax. That's it. A bit more. Good. Your hands are now down near your lap and your hands are angled with the thumbs slightly upward.
Now design a keyboard that fits your relaxed hand position. You'll end up with the Kinesis ergonomic keyboard. It's split with the halves angled up at the center. Add a "vertical" ergonomic mouse based on the same principle and you'll remove a ton of stress from your arms and hands.
I am not a touch typist, but even with my unorthodox technique, I had no trouble adapting. My pain is gone and my guitar playing is swinging along again.
I'm giving the Kinesis keyboard five stars because the results are a game-changer for me, but I'd like to see a few small improvements made:
1. the actual keys are quite traditional with a throw (up to down) distance of about 3/16 inch. I'd love to see a mechanism more like the Apple keyboards where throw is inside of 1/8 inch.
2. The Kinesis has blue LEDs that indicate whether caps lock or the function key have been engaged. These lights are in the far upper right corner of the keyboard, about an inch above the top keys—in an area likely to be hidden by the desktop if the keyboard is on a keyboard tray beneath the desk surface. I'd like to see the lights installed in the keys themselves.
3. Black is sexy, but many artists work in dark rooms. A white keyboard with black glyphs on it would be more visible in these viewing circumstances.
4. A numeric keypad would make the right half of the keyboard wider than the left, thus screwing up the symmetry of the angled halves. I'd like to see a numeric keypad option that attaches to the right side but floats about an inch above it so it can also angle down—a "stepped" arrangement.
5. The wrist rests are good but not great. I'd like to see an option to add foam or gel that's about an inch (or even two) thick to encourage higher wrist position relative to the keys.
6. Wireless? I think there's a model that is wireless and I can live with the cable (and the extra USB ports), but Bluetooth or some sort of USB keyboard "antenna" are more or less standard today.
The Kinesis keyboard is worth the cost—it's a lifesaver—but it will work best as part of a suite of solutions. Lower it down with a keyboard tray. Add an ergonomic mouse and a wrist rest. Adjust the height of your chair. Make sure you sit with proper posture. If your work ergonomics are out of whack, don't expect the Kinesis keyboard to make much difference (and likely, this is the root cause of any negative reviews; the Kinesis works best under the right circumstances). If your keyboard is angled, but your mouse is not, you'll likely see less improvement in your "clicking hand." Flat mice cause the same body stresses as flat keyboards.
The keyboard is not cheap, especially when you add the (essential) accessory package that includes the wrist rests and the braces for angling the keyboard halves. I imagine this keyboard is a hard enough sell without having to explain, "by the way, you also need x,y, and z," but if you work with your fingertips as I do, the money you spend on an ergonomic setup is a small investment to make in preserving and prolonging your productive life, and reducing pain. I'd like to see the Kinesis folks make that clear. Though the added investment will scare away more prospective customers than the already high price probably does, the magic of the Kinesis keyboard works best in a larger context. Yes, it does work, and in context, the cost of a well-designed work environment is a lot cheaper than the alternative. Spend two or three hundred bucks and fix your workspace—a bargain.
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And is even harder if you dont buy the "Kinesis Freestyle2 VIP3 Accessory Kit-Black"
Personally dont see any advantages to be used on with a mac.
強めにタイピングする方だと思いますが、キーが軽く、音も静音だと思いました。
肩が楽になった!
Reviewed in Japan on May 12, 2020
強めにタイピングする方だと思いますが、キーが軽く、音も静音だと思いました。
肩が楽になった!