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It turns out that model is discontinued, and its price (if you can even find one) has skyrocketed. And that I type faster on my beloved Microsoft Natural Ergonomic Keyboard 4000 - my keyboard of choice for more than a decade - than on any Apple keyboard. Moving right along, a couple of weeks ago, I told you that you could speed up everything you do on your Mac by typing faster.
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While I still think it’s prudent to wait for a bug fix release (or two) before installing a major operating system upgrade, I recommend you install Apple security updates without hesitation. You can find additional information on security updates as well as links to the latest releases at. I urge you to make sure your devices are running their respective operating systems’ latest and most secure release. In other words, while many security updates fix a vulnerability before being found in the wild, the latest batch fix an exploit that is likely to have already compromised some Macs, iPhones or iPads. I mention it today because the most recent batch of security updates - macOS (11.5.1), iOS (14.5.1) and iPadOS (14.5.1) - come with stronger words than usual: “Apple is aware of a report that this issue may have been actively exploited.”
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Mac, Bob LevitusĪccording to Apple, “keeping your software up to date is one of the most important things you can do to maintain your Apple product’s security.” When it comes to security updates, I agree (and strongly). I am talking about the plethora of security updates Apple introduces between those major upgrades. One other downside: the Sculpt keyboard came with a piece of plastic that magnetically latched onto the bottom to raise the palm rest a little higher on your desk, but Microsoft seems to have ditched that option this time.I’m not talking about major OS upgrades, like macOS Big Sur (v11) to macOS Monterey (v12) or iOS/iPadOS v14 to v15 later this year. The Sculpt Keyboard uses a cushioned, soft-touch palm rest, so I'm rather curious about how different this keyboard will feel because of the switch.
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The look has also changed some it's now gray, the most obvious distinction, and Microsoft says the palm rest is covered with mélange Alcantara fabric, the same soft material that's used in the Surface Pro 4 type cover.
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Microsoft claims the Surface version can last for up to 12 months on a single pair thanks to Bluetooth LE and smart power management. The Surface Ergonomic is still powered by 2 AAA batteries, but don't worry about having to replace them often I can't think of the last time I did with the Sculpt. Plus, that added space allows for a proper Fn button instead of the toggle on the Sculpt. Since the Ergonomic Keyboard isn't really something you'll be traveling with, it's probably the right choice to just add it permanently. With the Sculpt, Microsoft included a separate, also-wireless number pad that you could either position next to the keyboard and use - or toss in a drawer somewhere. A number pad is now included in the main layout, making the keyboard's footprint larger than before. That's good! The Bluetooth alone might convince me to upgrade. Using the Sculpt required wasting a USB port and plugging in a dongle, but the Surface Ergonomic Keyboard uses Bluetooth. The most important change is in the way they connect. There are a few differences between the Surface and Sculpt versions. It's far from cheap, but should easily be worth the cost if typing at a desk is something you spend doing for multiple hours every day. That's just for the keyboard this time they're not forcing a mouse on you. It's available to pre-order now for $129. Today, Microsoft introduced a successor to the three-year-old Sculpt model: the Surface Ergonomic Keyboard. It made an immediate difference in keeping my hands comfortable and ache-free when working from home and typing away.
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Marco Arment's thorough review convinced me to fork over around 80 bucks for the mouse-included Desktop bundle (on sale) several months ago you can't buy the keyboard standalone. I'm a big fan of Microsoft's Sculpt Ergonomic Keyboard.