It\u2019s always interesting when big names in the computing industry tackle ergo keyboards. And one latest entrant in this ergonomic experimentation is Razer<\/b>, which has just released its first board in this product category \u2013 the Pro Type Ergo<\/b>.<\/p>\n
A defining feature of the Pro Type Ergo is the split and curved layout<\/b> of the keys, a familiar sight with ergo keyboards. Also familiar is its sculpting, specifically how the centre of the board is raised, sloping down at a 10-degree angle on both sides. In the absence of adjustable horizontal tenting angles that you see with two-piece split keyboards, this will have to do.<\/p>\n
Being an ergonomic keyboard, the Pro Type Ergo also comes with a degree of customisability. Particularly, the vertical angles can be adjusted via the flip-out feet on both the front and back of the board. This means the Pro Type Ergo supports positive and negative tilt<\/b> in both 4- and 7-degree angles, both ways.<\/p>\n The Razer Pro Type Ergo supports negative tilting via the flip-out feet below the integrated wrist rest.<\/p>\n Image: Razer.<\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n All in all, the general design is reminiscent of, say, the now-discontinued Microsoft Ergonomic Keyboards (or Microsoft Naturals, if you\u2019re old enough). For a more modern comparison, you could look to something like Logitech\u2019s Ergo K860.<\/p>\n This is where the Pro Type Ergo attempts to differentiate itself, however. This includes two \u2018B\u2019 keys on both halves and a centre backspace for your thumb to reach, as well as slight spherical indents on each of the keycaps.<\/p>\n The split spacebar also brings to mind keyboards with an Alice layout, though unfortunately, the Pro Type Ergo only uses scissor switches<\/b>, presumably to keep the board\u2019s profile low.<\/p>\n The Pro Type Ergo has two \u2018B\u2019 keys, a split spacebar with a backspace between then, and a suite of macro and multimedia buttons.<\/p>\n Image: Razer.<\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n As for the rest of the design, it gets the standard Razer treatment of an all-black chassis with Chroma RGB, as well as five macro keys. There are two rotary knobs on the board, the right one being a typical media roller, and the left being a Razer Command Dial, which can perform more specialised tasks including zooming, switching apps and switching browser tabs.<\/p>\n There are also three dedicated keys for Razer\u2019s AI Prompt Master, a multi-function media button and battery status button. Finally, the Pro Type Ergo supports Bluetooth, USB-C and HyperSpeed Wireless<\/b> 2.4 GHz connectivity. Battery life is stated to be up to three months on a single charge \u2013 though Razer says this is under \u201ctypical office use\u201d.<\/p>\n The Razer Pro Type Ergo is available now at Razer\u2019s online store, as well as at physical RazerStores and selected retailers now. As for the price, it\u2019ll go for S$269.99 <\/b>\u2013 not unheard of for split ergo boards, but perhaps a steep for users looking for their first ergo board.<\/p>\n<\/div>\nAvailability and Pricing<\/h2>\n