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I just saw a thread about Microsoft discontinuing the Sculpt keyboard. Here's the thread: https://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/surface/forum/all/surface-sculpt-ergonomic/f7913699-9c0a-4c6f-8296-7ff746fa4e0b?rtAction=1692762183207
The Microsoft moderator (Marrion) said that there is a "Surface" keyboard (the Surface Ergonomic keyboard) that is similar to the Sculpt. But, that doesn't solve the problem because the Surface keyboard is different from teh Sculpt in one VERY IMPORTANT respect --
The Surface keyboard has the number pad built into the keyboard, which makes the keyboard very wide and forces the user to place their mouse very far to the right of the keyboard. That mouse placement then creates shoulder pain and other bad posture effects. I had the previous Microsoft "natural" keyboard for a long time (that keyboard was very wide with the built in number pad just like the Surface keyboard) - it was very good for wrist position, but caused me a lot of problems because my mouse had to be so far away from the keyboard where I had to keep my arm stretched out to reach it - thus the shoulder and back and other issues it caused.
But then I got the Sculpt keyboard which does not have a number pad built in (the number pad is a separate piece and you don't need to use it). The Sculp is more of a standard sized keyboard and you can put the mouse much closer. Bingo - my shoulder and back strain went away,
So, I hope that Microsoft will keep the Sculpt keyboard with the smaller footprint (no built-in number pad). I don't care what brand name you put on it, and I'd be ok with some price increase if necessary, but PLEASE do not discontinue the Sculpt design. (My current Sculpt board is working fine, but if I ever need to replace it -- no keyboard lasts forever -- I want another one just like it!)
Also, I would like to know if Microsoft will continue to support the Sculpt Keyboard with driver or software updates as needed (is something like that needed for a keyboard?)
Thanks,
Beth
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Incase is going to be manufacturing the sculpt keyboard! They are doing designed by Microsoft products.
You can view them at Productivity Accessories – Incase.com & Sculpt Ergonomic Keyboard - Incase.com
Support is available at Customer Support – Incase.com
I’m very disappointed. Please bring back the Sculpt Keyboard! I can’t buy it anywhere now and I want it!
Another disappointed user here requesting Microsoft brings this product back. I’ve tried probably over a dozen different types of keyboard/mice combos and this is by far the best one for me. As others have mentioned, it’s longevity is lacking but its design and comfort is unmatched.
I just wanted to agree, the best part is not having the number pad.
Please bring it back
If anyone finds a good alternative, please let me know
I, too, am very disappointed by Microsoft discontinuing the Sculpt. I've probably purchased 5 of them for myself. That doesn't say good things for the keyboard's longevity, but says a lot about how it fits my needs relative to the competition. Please, bring it back.
