About this item:
- WHAT'S IN THE BOX: Freestyle2 keyboard with a standard Mac Layout and the VIP3 tenting accessory and palm supports pre-installed onto the keyboard for maximum convenience, adhesive cushioned palm pads, detachable pivot tether for adjustable splay, and Quick Start Guide. Plug-and-Play for Mac OS X 10.4+.
- AWARD-WINNING SPLIT DESIGN: Unlike fixed ergonomic keyboards, the Freestyle2 allows you to rotate and separate the key modules up to 9" to achieve natural hand, wrist and forearm positions for your specific body type and preferences.
- ADJUSTABLE TENTING: The Kinesis KB820 model keyboard is pre-assembled with the popular VIP3 tenting accessory which enables 5, 10, or 15 degrees of tenting with integrated cushioned palm supports to keep forearms neutral and wrists supports for an optimal typing posture.
- 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.
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
Adjustable Split
Separate the modules to shoulder-width to keep wrists straight (up to 9 inches).
Adjustable Tenting Included
Tenting enables 5, 10, and 15 degrees to reduce forearm pronation caused by flat keyboards.
Low Profile and Cushioned Palm Supports
Zero-degree slope and integrated palm supports eliminates harmful wrist extension.
Compact Design
Tenkeyless layout results in a smaller footprint for closer mouse placement to reduce over-reach
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Kinesis Corporation- The leaders in computer ergonomics since 1992
Tenting with the Pre-Installed VIP3 Lifters Reduces Forearm Strain
5 Degrees
Unsnap legs and fold flat
10 Degrees
Snap legs and flip in
15 Degrees
Snap legs and flip out
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Freestyle2 at 10 Degrees of Tenting
Flat keyboards cause painful forearm pronation
Pronation in the forearm and wrist occurs when typing with your palms face down towards the worksurface. Sustained pronation puts pressure on the forearm muscles and tissues which reduces blood circulation and can lead to fatigue and repetitive strain injuries (ôRSIö).
Research demonstrates that a moderate elevation of the thumb side of the hand dramatically reduces the pressure on the forearm muscles.
What is tenting?
Backed by extensive research and testing
For 7 months the Atlas IPS firm conducted an independent study investigating the impact of the Freestyle keyboardÆs 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
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Kinesis Freestyle2 Keyboard with Pre-assembled VIP3 Lifters
Specifications
Width: Min: 15.4 inches; Max: 23.5 inches
Depth: 7.1 inches
Max height: 3 inches (at 15 degrees of tenting)
Connection: USB Wired
USB Cable Length: 6 feet
Weight: 2.5 lbs
2 Port USB Hub (Mac Version only)
Numeric 10 Keypad in Embedded Layer (PC Version only)
Standard Layout No Learning Curve
Choose Windows or Mac Layout
Windows 7-10
Mac OS X 10.4+
Low-Force, Tactile Key Switches
Peak force: 44 grams
Activation force: 35 grams
Travel distance: 3.9 mm
Switch type: Rubber dome, membrane
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