It's wireless, of course, and its form factor lends itself perfectly to being slipped in a drawer or under a monitor, or discreetly tucked away if paired with, say, an all-in-one PC in a kitchen or living room. And in those instances, the Arc Keyboard is a pretty attractive, if somewhat pricey...
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I wouldn't recommend using this to do a whole lot of heavy typing on, because the D-pad and the quirky space bar will get grating after a while, but for quick text input on a machine while simultaneously saving space, the Arc Keyboard beats normal wireless keyboards. quote
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I wouldn't recommend using this to do a whole lot of heavy typing on, because the D-pad and the quirky space bar will get grating after a while, but for quick text input on a machine while simultaneously saving space, the Arc Keyboard beats normal wireless keyboards.
Read the full review →While the small footprint of the Microsoft Arc makes for a great portable keyboard we aren't so sure about the whole package. Some will immediately read that to mean that we struggled to get to grips with the arc/curved design and that has therefore tainted our view of the overall experience.
Read the full review →The Microsoft Arc keyboard is an ideal solution for anyone who wants a small but stylish input device that doesn’t compromise on usability. The travel and feel of each key is staggering considering the Arc’s slim dimensions,... I’m happy to use the Arc as my main keyboard every day.
Read the full review →Microsoft's Wireless Arc Keyboard is best suited for casual users looking to save on desk space who don't regularly need to type any papers, or perhaps HTPC enthusiasts who are put off by competing products' smartphone-like keyboards and already have a Media Center remote....
Read the full review →It stores conveniently and maintains a low profile. The Arc Keyboard weighs less than a pound and measures less than an inch thick. Upon closer look, it is evident that there were aesthetic design considerations made in creating this keyboard.
Read the full review →The Arc Keyboard is a pretty little thing, and it would make an attractive addition to a seldom-used computer or netbook. If you’re looking for a keyboard for everyday computing, however, I would stick with a full-sized version.
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kynatro
Good keyboard purchased as a companion to the Arc Mouse I purchased for my media center configured computer hooked to my TV.
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scienceben
This keyboard meets the beautiful design criteria established by its Apple competitor. Super small, feels good to type with and looks fantastic in a minimalist work-space.
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odysseus
Great tactile keyboard, works with Xbox 360 seamlessly! It is not an issue for me but there are no dedicated arrow buttons. Think of it more like a D-pad on the Xbox controller.
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markuslaff
Its a great small keyboard. It looks great, is wonderful to type on, highly portable, and takes up very little space. This is a great keyboard for those looking for a small keyboard. The biggest drawback is the arrow keys. If you use them often then think twice about this keyboard. It uses...
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cedricchase
Great keyboard for quick browsing - not so much for typing up a 100 page essay. It does look lovely on a coffee table as a media center PC keyboard. Also, the directional arrow key 'combo button' is pretty annoying.
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clindhartsen
Overall, I've been relatively pleased with this keyboard since I was looking around for a smaller, lighter one to use since I purchased a Bamboo Touch+Pen device and wanted more desk space. I previously used a full-size Logitech S510 and this keyboard has been a rather nice replacement. It...
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Dhes
The only problems I have with this Keyboard is the fact that you can’t connect to it with the dongle of a other Microsoft device (like a mouse) and I really miss the num-pad.
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furby
I have a couple of these and there a really nice keyboard that is unobtrusive to the desktop area (for want of a better phrase), You get used to the direction keys but I can see why they would be a deal breaker for people. I like the feel when typing and the small lightness of it is great. My...
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tempamatic
No directional arrows -- joystick-like control is awkward. Show stopper.
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