Logitech diNovo Keyboard for Notebooks

This is a great looking keyboard with absolutely fantastic tactile response. After researching wireless keyboards for quite some time, it seems as if this is the best on the market right now (for PCs at least), perhaps followed by the Dinovo Edge. Due to numerous complaints of reliability issues w/ the Edge, however, I believe the Dinovo for Notebooks is superior.My greatest concern in shopping for a wireless keyboard were its looks and design. While the Dinovo for Notebooks is not a show-stopper in the same way as the slim and svelte Apple keyboard, I think it is beautiful in its own right. It is cased in glossy black plastic, with a brushed aluminum palm rest. Rest assured that the palm rest is in fact aluminum rather than aluminum-look plastic, and it is substantial/hefty. The keyboard has a boxy look overall, which I really appreciate since it stands in contrast w/ the over-designed curvy keyboards which are ubiquitous in the market. It may not have the bells and whistles of the Dinovo Edge (black plexiglass, riser feet), but then again it does not have the inexplicably wide bezel and also it will, you know, last for more than 2 years since the Dinovo for Notebooks is powered with 4 replaceable AAA batteries. On a side note, this keyboard is supposed to give three years of service w/ before it needs its batteries changed; I'll update my review if something goes awry there.The keys feel absolutely fantastic with a caveat which I will address shortly. I type anywhere from 85-120 WPM depending on my anger level, and the smooth-flowing and silent keys do everything to accommodate that. Logitech, always thoughtful, has designed the keyboard's layout expertly. Notably, there is a super-large delete button, there is a devoted calculator button within the numeral pad (clever and surprisingly useful), there is a little orange light w/in the caps lock key, and there is an eject button for your disc drive. The caveat here is that the space bar is clunky and makes a "ch-chk" with each press - even light presses. I did a little research and apparently many other people online had this problem. I have gotten used to it, however, and it no longer annoys me.The list price for this sucker is a little steep; I don't know if Amazon still censors price declarations in reviews, but let's just say you'll be paying ol' Ben Franklin a visit if you want one of these. Nevertheless, it can be had online at many stores for much cheaper, and I believe at lower price points the Dinovo for Notebooks is a decent value. It seems to be well made and reliable; moreover, it looks fantastic in a modern desktop.

I'm not a huge fan of wireless devices in general. I don't like replacing batteries and don't like the potential for interference.With that said, generally I've been quite surprisingly satisfied with the Logitech diNovo Keyboard for Notebooks. First, I have to say I am a fan of the elegant and simple design. It's relatively rectangular, but the edges are curved in a nice, subtle way. The angle of the keyboard is nice, in my experience, and the black/brushed aluminum look is appealing to me. I also don't like the touchpads that tend to get integrated into wireless keyboards--I prefer a full mouse (if a small one) to go on the side of my keyboard.More importantly than that, the keyboard's functionality is nice. I like the responsiveness of the keys. They are rounded in a way that feels good to the touch, and they have a good amount of springiness and resistance to the keystroke. I've had little input lag or error, except when typing from an excessively far distance--most normal constraints would be fine for this device.I can't say I use this keyboard everyday, but I do wish battery life was a bit better. I couldn't give a great estimate, but part of the reason I find myself wanting more is because even after periods of little to no use, sometimes I find the batteries die quickly. However this could also be attributed to using my rechargeable batteries, which may not exactly be new.Finally, one nice touch, for me, is the inclusion of the side numpad. It's not something I absolutely need, but I enjoy having it. Using a laptop, the numpad gives additional options. Using a desktop, it replicates functionality better as a result of the numpad. I don't make a habit of using the media/app keys, but they function as advertised and I haven't had any trouble with them.With all that said, if the only issue is replacing some rechargeable AAA batteries now and then, it's a pretty solid device, in my opinion. The battery issue isn't a huge one--I still get plenty of life out of it. I just always find myself wishing for a LITTLE BIT more. I can't say what consistent use as a primary keyboard would do to the battery life, but I expect it would be sufficient enough.Overall, a really great wireless device. I'm very happy with my purchase, even long after the initial purchase. I haven't found any other keyboards that match simplicity, style, and functionality with the diNovo for Notebooks.

Let me begin by saying that I am not a gamer that is, my use of a keyboard is decent. And I take care of my computer accessories (vacuum cleaning, no spills, not eating when using them, and so on).Still, Logitech diNovo for notebooks I bought in August 2009 and used in October 2009 had to be changed twice since.First time, one key, the DELETE key, fell off! It took customer service about a week to decide if they should exchange it during warranty. Eventually, they did - after I bought the same item off their website with next day delivery to have something to work with, and after they charged my card twice, after I wasted time with customer support and first line management, and I had to dispute the charge.The replacement keyboard was new; still, after about 8 months of regular use, keys 1, 2, 3, "a" and "s", and "8" on the side keypad, ceased responding, all at once.Considering the price tag of this keyboard, quality control at Logitech is obviously lacking a critical ingredient.Pros: sleek, easy to type, silent keysCons: not reliable for the price, slow customer support repliesAdvice: always have a backup keyboard at hand.