How hard are the space bars to push down are the, smooth? My microsoft one feels like it sticks; hurts my thumb arthritis. I transcribe hours a day.
1094687
The space bars do not have the same problem as the Microsoft keyboard. I switched to this keyboard for that very reason.
1094688
The space bars and all the keys are extremely smooth and easy to press. I'm a writer/editor/grad student so I type hours a day and I also have arthritis in my hands and wrists. This keyboard has been a big help overall. I had a keyboard with a sticky space bar so I know what you mean but you won't have a problem with this one.
1094689
Easy. But the keys are not exactly in the same place as the microsoft kb..this keybiard is smaller.
1094690
I don't notice the space key being sticky, but I will say that I hate the cap lock on this, the num lock and cap lock are on the upper left and I am always turning the cap lock on and off. I don't know if it's on until I start to type. I do admit, I am a crappy typist so maybe someone who actually knows how to type properly may not find it an issue. If I'd known I was going to type so much I would have learned the right way! I mainly love the keyboard for the light color, since black keyboards with white lettering kill my eyes.Hope this helps!
762271
I'm a gamer, which means I'm all over my keyboard, and I've never hit them once. They're a lot lower-profile than the rest of the keys, so you'd have to be trying to push them. Plus they take more of a solid push to even click than the rest of the keys. I wouldn't worry about it. :)
1334608
No. The spacebar is well spaced from the other keys... only once did I accidentally hit it, and it was my clumsiness which caused it.
2070281
Seems quite well bulit to me, the only issue i can forsee is the extender bar for your wrists at the bottom may become worn/break if you adjust it alot, i just dont use it so i dont have an issue and its still comfortable. Ive owned it for quite awhile (cant recall exact date, not sure if my review is dated) 6+ months. Great durability, all lights working, all functions working. I use this keyboard daily for gaming and school work, so it gets quite a workout. If you're debating on which keyboard you want, i suggest this one 100%! Great customizability, durability, and functionality for the price. Seems quite well bulit to me, the only issue i can forsee is the extender bar for your wrists at the bottom may become worn/break if you adjust it alot, i just dont use it so i dont have an issue and its still comfortable. Ive owned it for quite awhile (cant recall exact date, not sure if my review is dated) 6+ months. Great durability, all lights working, all functions working. I use this keyboard daily for gaming and school work, so it gets quite a workout. If you're debating on which keyboard you want, i suggest this one 100%! Great customizability, durability, and functionality for the... » Read More Seems quite well bulit to me, the only issue i can forsee is the extender bar for your wrists at the bottom may become worn/break if you adjust it alot, i just dont use it so i dont have an issue and its still comfortable. Ive owned it for quite awhile (cant recall exact date, not sure if my review is dated) 6+ months. Great durability, all lights working, all functions working. I use this keyboard daily for gaming and school work, so it gets quite a workout. If you're debating on which keyboard you want, i suggest this one 100%! Great customizability, durability, and functionality for the price. « Show Less
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Completely. If you are able to reach the number buttons on a normal keyboard, you can reach the top row of the orbweaver. Plus the palm rest and actually everything is fully cusomizable. If you have everything on the minimum size it feels like a normal nostromos. Though the texture on the palm rest will feel different and will take a day or two to get used to. The main issue to look at is the D-pad/spacebar. They are the most drastic change and most people see it as a real big upgrade or a horrible downgrade with no inbetween. So i suggest trying it and returning if not up to your standards. But it is a good device and mech keys feel really responsive. Completely. If you are able to reach the number buttons on a normal keyboard, you can reach the top row of the orbweaver. Plus the palm rest and actually everything is fully cusomizable. If you have everything on the minimum size it feels like a normal nostromos. Though the texture on the palm rest will feel different and will take a day or two to get used to. The main issue to look at is the D-pad/spacebar. They are the most drastic change and most people see it as a real big upgrade or a horrible downgrade with no inbetween. So i suggest trying it and returning if not up to your... » Read More Completely. If you are able to reach the number buttons on a normal keyboard, you can reach the top row of the orbweaver. Plus the palm rest and actually everything is fully cusomizable. If you have everything on the minimum size it feels like a normal nostromos. Though the texture on the palm rest will feel different and will take a day or two to get used to. The main issue to look at is the D-pad/spacebar. They are the most drastic change and most people see it as a real big upgrade or a horrible downgrade with no inbetween. So i suggest trying it and returning if not up to your standards. But it is a good device and mech keys feel really responsive. « Show Less
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It is very important to place finger on button...the bottom half is hard...the top half works fine...I know this sounds simplistic but it works well for me...I'm using WIN8 and the trackball is a great solution for this OS.
2129295
While it is possible to reach all the keys with your thumbs I wouldn't say it is completely comfortable. It's a bit of stretch and I have average to slightly larger than average hands. I would recommend the Perixx periboard 717.. it slightly larger than an older blacberry, the touch pad is actually larger than this 710 and WAY more responsive!! and with designated multimedia keys right at the top is perfect for home theater use.
429538
Yes - spacebars press easily. Keys feel just like normal - positive feel when pressed and not stiff. The keyboard is great - everything is normal - it's just a much more natural arrangement for your hands, tho the change in position takes a little getting used to.
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I like the keyboard but the buttons on the touchpad are clunky. You really need to use a lot of pressure when pressing them.
128382
Hi Miles,The keys on the Prime are hard like the 49g+ (I have both). The key presses are not quite as stiff on the Prime, but it is still a satisfying click. Hope that helps, Aaron
1306525
The space bar issue is one that can occur to the space, shift, keypad +, keypad enter and keypad insert keys. The problem is that underneath said keys there is a thin rod running across with 2 little plastic parts holding the rod onto the key itself. This supports the wider key size, but when one of the little plastic parts pops out of the underside of the key, it will block the keys downward motion and will not allow the key to depress evenly, as the rod is only attached on one side. You will hear a rattle if you give it a shake. Pay shipping costs and wait for Razer to click the key back onto its rod then send it back, or just do it yourself... The issue is bound to happen some day- I hope this will be of some use to someone.
1486123
The info says "buckling spring", but it doesn't feel like an IBM (of which I have several. This keyboard does not feel solid, either. Rather unresponsive touch.
785606
To me it feels like it is easy to push down but I am young and don't have arthritis or any other hand problems. Mine does take a little bit of force to push it down; I personally think its the perfect amount.
1313253
The keypresses are definitely a little squishy, but there is a lot of travel compared to a slim scissor hinge type keyboard and the keys do bottom out against the frame making them feel fairly solid. I would say somewhere in between a mechanical and a good laptop in terms of "clickiness".
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Mines super light and nice to type. There must be something wrong with yours. The mouse pad is ultra-sensitive, it takes getting some time use to it, just make sure you don't rest your palms on it while typing. I made the mistake when first installing to just type A instead of Abraham, so now I get something like C:/A/Documents, because I accidentally press the mouse pad.Also do you get a small spin followed by a click around the mouse pad? I'm not sure if it's the dvd drive or the SD slot. Even though there's no memory card or cd inserted I hear a small spin then a click. It's not very loud but I was wondering if this is normal. Mines super light and nice to type. There must be something wrong with yours. The mouse pad is ultra-sensitive, it takes getting some time use to it, just make sure you don't rest your palms on it while typing. I made the mistake when first installing to just type A instead of Abraham, so now I get something like C:/A/Documents, because I accidentally press the mouse pad.Also do you get a small spin followed by a click around the mouse pad? I'm not sure if it's the dvd drive or the SD slot. Even though there's no memory card or cd inserted I hear a small spin then a click. It's... » Read More Mines super light and nice to type. There must be something wrong with yours. The mouse pad is ultra-sensitive, it takes getting some time use to it, just make sure you don't rest your palms on it while typing. I made the mistake when first installing to just type A instead of Abraham, so now I get something like C:/A/Documents, because I accidentally press the mouse pad.Also do you get a small spin followed by a click around the mouse pad? I'm not sure if it's the dvd drive or the SD slot. Even though there's no memory card or cd inserted I hear a small spin then a click. It's not very loud but I was wondering if this is normal. « Show Less
1995004
No - it's very clicky in each of the four directions, and slightly sticky. I've found that even just using it as arrow keys is difficult, w.r.t. getting precise motion.
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I had a Microsoft keyboard before and finally gave it up as the space bar was sticky. The Adeso keyboard is great and I especially like the smooth feel of the space bars; although not "clicky" they have enough travel to be positive. you'll like them!