One More Keyboard Choice
Thu May 25, 2006 10:57AM EDT
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Add this to the QWERTY/Dvorak files:
The TypeMatrix ergonomic keyboard offers a layout with the caps, backspace, and enter keys running down the middle. And it supports both QWERTY and Dvorak layouts with the help of translucent skins that lay over the keyboard. Typematrix also has a Dvorak typing tutorial that can be downloaded from its web site.
Here's a review to check out, and another from a few years ago on SmartComputing.com.
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2 Posted by w3rd_2_yo_mutha on Thu May 25, 2006 9:45PM EDT Report Abuse
I've been using TypeMatrix keyboards since at least 2003, and couldn't be happier. It took me about two weeks of denying QWERTY to learn Dvorak, and I've since converted my girlfriend, most of her family, and several of my coworkers (digital litigation support). My mom, a QWERTY user, chooses the TypeMatrix 2030 for her law practice as well, and it has drastically improved her carpal tunnel, for which she had to previously wear a brace and limit her time at the keyboard. The layout is smart; the keys have an excellent feel. A little awkward for gaming, as I wish the Control-Shift and Func-Shuffle rows were switched, but it's not really a problem. Even if you're still using QWERTY, the comfort, feel, and health (RSI, carpal tunnel) benefits are worth every penny.
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3 Posted by qwasty on Thu Sep 3, 2009 8:25PM EDT Report Abuse
I was severely crippled from tendonitis, fibromyalgia, and myofascial pain syndrome about a year ago. I bought one of these keyboards from TypeMatrix and I have to tell you, I'll never go back. There's a lot less finger movement necessary to type, so it's much easier on me. When I'm feeling good, I can type as fast or faster than I used to be able to, even with a disability. It really does make that much difference. I spent about $2000 on alternative keyboards, and this was the cheapest one, and also the only one that I was able to use.
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4 Posted by anticschatten on Thu Sep 3, 2009 2:56PM EDT Report Abuse
I got one of these several months ago and it really is awesome. It's easy to use and it's cool to have the hardware switch so I can use Dvorak and my girlfriend can still use the keyboard as Qwerty. The Enter and Backspace keys in the center are a perfect design choice. I don't stress my pinky fingers on hard to reach or awkward keys anymore. Props to the makers.
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5 Posted by rik2bek on Thu May 25, 2006 10:06PM EDT Report Abuse
I have been using a Dvorak TypeMatrix since its intro. I had other Dvorak keyboards before that and was quite happy. But the TypeMatix is the best. I have bought 5 Dvorak boards of which 3 are TypeMatix and given them to family and friends. No one that has taken the time to try it has left it. Give it a week, and if you are thick headed like me give it two weeks. You will not go back. Rick
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1 Posted by juliane_lore on Thu Sep 3, 2009 4:44PM EDT Report Abuse
I learned to type Dvorak in 1999, and I go about 90 wpm. If you take an online tutorial, in a week you'll be ready to switch over and commit at work. I can't say enough good things about it. I found this company (TypeMatrix) online, they are great and the only ones I've found who sell Dvorak-labeled keyboards. Windows allows you to toggle between layouts pretty easily too. Evangelize Dvorak! Thanks, Dory!