Logitech DiNovo Cordless Media Bluetooth Desktop Review

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(More customer reviews)I am actually using diNovo keyboard to type this review, and it is a bit of a struggle due to malfunctioning spacebar. :(
I did a bit of research on diNovo before buying it. Most online magazines (PCMag, CNet, etc.) highly recommend this product, noting its high price as the only drawback.
I got this keyboard/mouse combo a week ago, and I must say it looks and feels great. Separate keyboard and touchpad save you desk space. Mouse runs all day without a need for recharging.
I didn't experience any connection issues. It was only one time that I had to press the "connect" buttons on BlueTooth hub and mouse to have it re-detected because it stopped functioning all of the sudden.
The initial installation was smooth. I downloaded the latest drivers, got everything connected and everything went well from there... until yesterday.
All of the sudden the space bar (probably the most useable key on any keyboard) started losing response. I had to hit it harder to move the cursor and even then, at times, it would not respond. As I type this, I often have to hit the spacebar 4-5 times in order to make a single space between the words.
Another problem surfaced early this morning. The lower "fast scroll" mouse button would sometimes result in a "locked" fast scroll. This could be a software issue, I am not sure.
One thing is for certain, the assembly quality seems to be on the lower side. I reached this conclusion based not only on personal experience, but by reading other customer reviews and comments. Given the high price of this product, I am extremely disappointed, if not angry. This is probably the most expensive keyboard/mouse combo on the market, and one thing Logitech should have made sure is that it is of solid build quality. The product is produced by a Logitech plant in China, by the way.
***Update***
I have now received the replacement diNovo mouse/keyboard, and it's been working fine for 2 months now. The only complaint I have is that F6, F7, F8 keys are REAL stiff and hard to press.
Again, build quality is highly disappointing considering high product price.
On the bright side, I was pleased with Logitech support. They are easy to reach at toll-free number with virtually no waiting times. The replacement product was sent to me in timely manner.

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Logitech's diNovo Media Desktop is a dramatically designed Bluetooth keyboard and MediaPad, optical mouse, and Bluetooth hub combination that transforms the user’s work space. The visually striking diNovo keyboard gives first-class comfort, while the separate MediaPad lets users remotely command today’s PC digital-media interface to enjoy their favorite pictures and musical selections. The MediaPad also displays e-mail or instant message notifications, media playback status, and provides smart calculator functionality.
The ensemble includes Logitech’s high-precision MX-900 rechargeable optical mouse. The diNovo also turns the PC into a Bluetooth control center, letting users synchronize data between their Bluetooth PDAs, cell phones, other devices, and their PCs. You've never seen anything like the MediaPad, a Bluetooth remote commander for all your digital media. Use it to remotely view, select, and launch your favorite jukebox tunes, video clips, or digital photos.
The MediaPad also displays e-mail or instant message notifications, and it lets you monitor media playback status, even when you're away from your desk. It's a numeric keypad with a built-in smart calculator. And you can view the time and date on the digital display. To streamline your desktop, a single external device performs two critical functions: it serves as a wireless hub for all your Bluetooth devices and as a fast power charger for the mouse. Communicate instantly using your Bluetooth headset, or easily exchange data between your PC and your Bluetooth PDA, cell phone, and printer. Thanks to the power of Bluetooth, you can do it all without wires.
But what is Bluetooth, anyway? Bluetooth is a standard wireless technology aimed at allowing users to make effortless, fast connections between various devices, such as mobile devices and computers. The sophisticated mode of transmission ensures protection from interference and increased data security and offers greater wireless range. Your Bluetooth devices by Logitech will work up to 30 feet away from the included Bluetooth wireless hub.

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HP iPAQ Pocket PC rz1710 - Handheld - Windows Mobile 2003 SE - 3.5" color TFT ( 240 x 320 ) Review

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(More customer reviews)This PDA is designed for people who wish to use it for basic tasks that pda's are intended for such as editing documents taking notes, and organizing your life. It also has the ability to be an mp3 player and a video device with the addition of an sd memory card (inexpensive on ebay).
While it does have a smaller amount of memory then some other PDA's you have to remember it is an entry level device designed for what was mentioned above. Other devices cost hundreds of dollars so you are getting a basic PDA for a low price as opposed to a $300 PDA with more memory and capabilities such as wi-fi
That being said you can add those capabilities to this PDA. Blue tooth and wi-fi cards can be added and sd cards for increased memory. This PDA can also run all basic applications and some of the more tasking ones including games such as age of empires.

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Kensington 64385 PilotBoard Laser Wireless USB Keyboard and Mouse Desktop Set, (PC/Mac) Review

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(More customer reviews)I've tried multiple sets of brand new batteries, repositioning the PC in relation to the keyboard and mouse, moving the USB transmitter - all to no avail.
No matter what I've tried productivity is seriously affected by slow or no response from the mouse. I bought this to replace a wireless set I had that plugged into the mouse and keyword ports. It worked great until I just wore it out.
I wanted the padded keyboard and like the shape of this mouse. If only I could get it to work accurately and consistently.

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The Kensington 64390 Pilot Board Laser Wireless Desktop Set is the first wireless desktop set that offers the sensitivity and accuracy of a laser mouse, the comfort and convenience of a programmable wireless keyboard, and the high performance of 2.4 GHz connectivity, all in one. This wireless desktop set uses a secure 2.4 GHz enhanced frequency that prevents signal overlap and interception, with a range of up to 30 feet for complete positional freedom. The Kensington 64390 is ultra-slim and features an innovative F hot key that toggles between standard F-key functions and alternative time-saving functions, a volume control, a detachable wrist rest that supports the hand for all-day comfort, as well as multimedia and Internet hot keys. The Kensington mouse that is included uses advanced laser technology that responds quickly to micro movements on virtually any surface. This mouse features six programmable mouse buttons that reduce repetitive tasks, a tilt-scroll wheel for four-way directional scrolling side-to-side and up-down movement, and soft rubber grips for firm control. The 2.4 GHz wireless receiver in this set plugs in for fast and easy installation on your PC or Mac. The entire set features plug-and-play connectivity, intelligent power management and ultra-efficient sensors that provide up to nine-months of battery life, and comes in a stylish, shades-of-black color scheme that complements the look of contemporary computers. The Kensington 64390 works right out of the box, with long-lasting reliability that is backed by a five-year manufacturer's warranty and free technical support.

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Logitech diNovo Media Desktop Laser Review

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(More customer reviews)My install of this system went fairly smoothly, but it is an amazingly lengthy process, with many stages involving updates and bluetooth reconnects and such. Still, it all worked out and it never left me wondering if I was doing the right thing or not, unlike many hardware/software installations.
The keyboard, mouse and pad have all worked pretty well for me, and the media pad shows great promise as a home theater controller, but I have a couple of quibbles:
1) the mouse charging station is a piece of junk relative to the rest of the system - it's tippy, you have to fiddle to feel that the mouse is making contact, and the power cable easily falls out
2) the keyboard, on waking up, often repeats (many times) one of the characters you type in
3) I _suspect_ the software of periodically bogging my PC down, though I don't know that for sure yet
4) I can assign the keyboard media button to bring up iTunes (and other applications), but the media pad media buttong is not given the same choices for some reason.
Overall I'm very impressed with this, but I AM COUNTING ON LOGITECH to improve the software such that it sees its full potential.

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MODEL- 967562 VENDOR- LOGITECH INCFEATURES- Logitech diNovo Media Desktop Laser- Black/Charcoal The Logitech diNovo Media Desktop Laser is todays most advanced desktop for the digital world, with a sleek design that personalizes your workspace and transforms your whole computing experience. PC, USB, Cordless, Enhanced Function Keys, Multimedia Control,Optical, MX Optical Engine, Rechargeable mouse, Zero Degree Tilt,Scroll wheel, Application Switch, Internet Forward/Back, Bluetoothcordless, Detached MediaPad, Bluetooth wireless hub, Cruise Controlbuttons, Audio Control, Tilt Wheel Plus Zoom, Right-Handed Comfort Grip, MediaLife Software, Laser Technology. Bluetooth connectivity turns your PC into a wireless hub, making it easy to share data with other devices enabled with Bluetoothtechnology, such as your mobile phone. The matching MediaPad gives you remote control over your entire media library, allowing you to enjoy music and images on your PC using the included Logitech Media Life software or Windows XP Media Center Edition. - Award-winning visual styling personalizes your desk space. - Ultra-flat keyboard increases comfort, may reduce stress on your wrists, and delivers smooth, super-quiet performance. - MediaPad remote commander can rest anywhere--letting you place your mouse closer to your keyboard for additional comfort and convenience. - MX Laser mouse is sculpted for ideal hand-fit. Storing your mouse in the rapid-charging base keeps it fresh and ready to go.Includes diNovo keyboard for Bluetooth, diNovo MediaPad remote commander for Bluetooth, MX 1000 Laser mouse for Bluetooth, USB mini-receiver for Bluetooth,

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Connectland CL-KBD50005 12-Digit USB Numeric Keypad with Calculator , 21-Key with 8 Hot Keys (White) Review

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(More customer reviews)This unit is often advertised as MAC compatible. The paperwork said it was also. It's not. All kinds of goofy & entertaining things happen when plugged into a MAC, especially when using Excel for Mac or OSX's calculator. One of the function keys caused the thing to fill EVERY cell in a spreadsheet with zeros. (Thank goodness for Autosave) I tried many workarounds and tips from forums. None worked.
Other than that, it is an OK keypad, considering the low price. It worked fine on the few things I tried it on under Windows XP Pro. The display is very easy to read and the size is of the unit is fine with me. The keys feel OK to the touch and it doesn't miss strokes. But, the orange "On" key is in a stupid spot. This key is used often for switching modes. If this is your only numeric keypad, you would get used to it. Just as we are all used to telephone key pads being upside down- or is it upside up? Never thought about that, did you?- but it is intuitive. You can use a keypad all day, then pick up a phone & dial just fine without thinking. So, you probably would get used to the orange key in an odd spot.
I sent mine back and got a different brand, also not officially MAC compatible but with a simple work-around. (Targus Keypad-Calculator)
Bottom Line? Ignoring the whole MAC thing- For the price it is not great, not bad. Assuming it did work with MAC, I probably would be happy with it (unless the orange key thing kept driving me nuts.)
I hope this review is helpful for your decision.

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Microsoft Bluetooth Wireless Number Pad Keypad Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought this after an exhaustive search for what you might think would be a popular item. I have a new, beautiful 27 inch iMac, but the bluetooth keyboard from Apple, and even the one from Logitech, lacks a number pad. Why this is so, when the previous generation of bluetooth Apple keyboards were full keyboards, and why Logitech can't make a bluetooth instead of only a USB version, I have no idea. But I use the number pad all the time and wanted a bluetooth version.
This one fits the bill. I would have to say that its color scheme fits the new iMacs better than the Apple keyboard (black instead of white). The item feels solid and the key action is similar to the Apple. It pairs with the iMac without difficulty. I take away one star simply because of its annoying property going to sleep every 15 minutes if not used. This means that when you first use it after that length of time it takes a few seconds to "wake up" and pair itself before the numbers you enter appear. Once you get used to this it is not a big deal.
Thanks, Microsoft, for providing this, and shame on Apple for making me put an item with a Microsoft logo in front of your otherwise outstanding system....

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Interlink VP6270 Bluetooth Calculator Keypad Review

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(More customer reviews)When I purchased my macbook in December (08), the first thing I missed was the 10 key portion. I thought.....Wouldn't it be nice if there was something out that that I could hook up to my macbook....Went looking and to my pleasant surprise there are many! I purchased this one based on the good reviews.....honestly, the main thing is I wanted a white one to match my macbook.....the bonus is it's wireless. So far so good...works very well and the wireless part makes it so convenient on my cluttered desk. It's a little more in price than I wanted to spend but I hate buyer's remorse and I don't have it!

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Interlink Electronics VP6270 Bluetooth Calculator Keypad increases productivity for notebook users.This wireless numeric keypad doubles as a ten-key for spreadsheets and data entry and as a stand alone calculator.The VP6270 features an LCD display, Bluetooth wireless up to 33 feet and works with both Mac and PC.

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Bluetooth Calculator Keypad Review

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(More customer reviews)Don't waste your money on this. First, it's massively over-priced. It's plastic, not aluminum like the Apple keyboard. It's also larger and taller than the Apple keyboard, so don't expect it to sit perfectly next to your keyboard. The keys do not press nicely like Apple's keyboard so there is a tactile disconnect between the two. Sometimes you have to press a key a few times to get a number into it.
But more importantly, you most likely will not be able to sync it with your computer. The mfg instructions are missing the key elements you need to sync it.
I tried everything I could think of - switching modes, you name it, to get it to sync. I looked online for reviews and saw mostly bad reviews. Reviews that detailed my same problem with no resolution and lots of bad reviews of the keys not working properly. All things I experienced as well.
I took mine back to the Apple store so they could show me how to sync it. They could not sync mine. They opened box after box of this product - none of them synced according to the directions, either. They called in supervisors, tech people, you name it. No one could get any of these to sync.
I got my money back. Later I found out there is *another* set of instructions that might work. Seems the manufacturer decided we shouldn't be privileged to those. I could post them but I have no desire to help a company that is so communicationally challenged that they can't enclose the *complete* instructions for their product.
Again, it's over-priced, I don't think they do a good job with the actual device and they SUCK at helping their own client by not providing clear and complete instructions.
Bottom line: They don't deserve space in the Apple store, much less on your desk.

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