FOR THOSE WHO ARE FEARFUL OF TYPING!
- I am a typical college student who needs a device for online homework, assignments, resources, and of course typing papers. Having had a MacBook Pro since 2013, it's been my go to. I did a few back and forth typing comparisons with the Apple keyboard with buttons, and this one with my Surface RT; all being done on Microsoft Word. I've had this keyboard for less than a day, have typed nothing of significant length on it, and had never even tested one before. My MacBook Pro keyboard was used for roughly 2 years of numerous college papers and other online work. I expected to struggle mightily with the touch keyboard, but I didn't. My performance (WPM and rate of mistakes) was only slightly better with the MacBook keyboard I had been using for 2 years of work. The touch keyboard performed tremendously. I, after about 10 "keys" or so on the touch keyboard, forgot it was a touch keyboard. Typing comes very naturally on it, and if you already type well, I'm guessing you use more of a tap on the keys then a press, I know I do. Well, this keyboard is designed to only register those precise taps with significant force. Resting your hands or even fingers anywhere on the keyboard does not register any keys. It is absolutely different than anything I've ever typed on before, but I have no doubt it will become second nature. It's also worth noting that you can type in absolute silence by shutting off the key sounds on your tablet itself. The only sound will be your fingers tapping away, this is a key advantage to anyone who shares a room!
| Brand | Microsoft |
|---|---|
| Series | surface |
| Item model number | D5S-00001 |
| Hardware Platform | PC |
| Operating System | Windows |
| Item Weight | 13.6 ounces |
| Product Dimensions | 10.98 x 7.36 x 0.13 inches |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 10.98 x 7.36 x 0.13 inches |
| Color | Black |
| Manufacturer | Microsoft |
| ASIN | B00A2DBHMA |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Date First Available | November 6, 2012 |
