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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
BRING BACK THE SCULPT ERGONOMIC KEYBOARD.
I've been using this keyboard for quite a few years and I have had to replace it once. I need to replace the one I have now, but since you are no longer making it, I am most disappointed. I have limited space and it is a perfect fit for the space I have. All the other wireless keyboards I have looked at are too big for the space and not nearly as comfortable to use.
Please consider bringing it back. There are a lot of users out in the world who loved it and are asking for you to bring it back. Count me as one more.
Thank you,
Michael
Dear Marion,
For a long time there has been noone selling the Sculpt. I've been searching the market since last year, unsucessfully.
I've been using the Scuplt combo for many years now, and I have "shredded" three of them so far.
I do write very much, and having a good keyboard is a must for me. I have never found anything better than the Scuplt desktop set also because of its smaller footprint due to the numpad being separate.
I hope Incase will revive the Sculpt quickly, because in my opinion it is one of the best keyboards in the world for writing people.
Too bad Microsoft decided on discontinuing one of their best physical products.
Been using this keyboard for YEARS, can't stand any other designs...currently on like my 5th set and going to need a replacement soon. Like others on here I just can't use a keyboard with a tenkey on it...makes you have to push the mouse out way too far away, and the tilt forward split is so comfortable. Please reconsider discontinuing this keyboard or maybe send me like 10 of them so I can make it through to retirement LOL.
I completely agree! I've been using the sculpt for maybe 10 or more years. Recently had to replace and there are no good options that I can find. Very dissatisfied with the replacement I chose. C'mon Microsoft, get with the program - there's a market out here.
