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Logitech diNovo Edge (967685-0403) | 
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| Brand: Logitech
Category: CE
List Price: $199.99
Buy New: $153.22
You Save: $46.77 (23%)
New (54) Used (3) from $117.99
Avg. Customer Rating:  235 reviews
Sales Rank: 855
Color: Black
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Batteries Included: No
Keyboard: QWERTY
Shipping Weight (lbs): 7
Dimensions (in): 238.8 x 117.6 x 46.8
nv:Keyboard Type: Keyboard
Connection Type: Wireless
Special Features: Bluetooth
Special Features: Elegant charging base
Special Features: TouchDiscTM scrolling
Special Features: Backlit stealth controls
Warranty: 3 years warranty
MPN: 967685-0403
Model: 967685-0403
UPC: 840356734279
EAN: 0097855041050
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | PerfectStroke key system - A precision micro-scissors mechanism distributes typing force evenly across key surfaces, making every stroke natural and fluid. | | • | Stylishly sleek - Laser-cut from a single piece of Plexiglass and set in a brushed aluminum frame, the diNovo Edge makes a bold statement. Only 11 mm thick! | | • | Elegant charging base - Put your keyboard on display while charging via the slim base/stand. Advanced Li-ion batteries recharge faster and last longer. | | • | TouchDisc scrolling - A new type of touchpad, the TouchDisc unifies scrolling, selection, and cursor control. Scroll at hyperspeed with a touch of your finger. | | • | Backlit stealth controls - Hidden hot keys light up at a touch, and fade into the background when not in use. The touch-sensitive volume slider gives you precise, fingertip audio control. |
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Product Description
The ultra-slim Logitech diNovo Edge keyboard for Windows PC delivers the ultimate in feel and response. The revolutionary TouchDisc with hyper-speed scrolling and pixel-perfect control makes trackpads obsolete. The slim recharging base doubles as a keyboard stand. Work longer thanks to the longer-lasting Li-Ion batteries and more securely via Bluetooth wireless technology. A precision micro-scissors mechanism distributes typing force evenly across key surfaces, making every stroke natural and fluid. Stylishly sleek Laser-cut from a single piece of Plexiglass and set in a brushed aluminum frame, the diNovo Edge makes a bold statement. Full-sized standard 18 x 18 mm keys, 3.2 mm key travel, 60g activation force 10M keystroke supported per key Scissor switch technology Plexiglas panel with brushed aluminum palm rest 38 mm circular Touchpad with horizontal and vertical scrolling Acceleration settings goes from None to 10 times the scrolling speed 17 one-touch access controls with instant backlit feedback 57 mm touch sensitive volume slider with instant backlit feedback Built-in rechargeable 950 mAh lithium ion battery Fast-charge time - About 5 min for approx. one day usage Full-charge time - About 2 hours for up to 2 months usage System Requirements - IBM or Compatible PC, Windows XP (SP2) or Windows Vista (all editions), Available USB port, CD-ROM Drive Dimensions (HxWxD) - 0.43 x 16.14 x 8.27 inches ( 11 x 410 x 210 mm ) Weight - 940 grams
From the Manufacturer
An ideal partner for any high-end computer, the ultra-slim Logitech diNovo Edge delivers the ultimate in feel and response. The revolutionary TouchDisc with hyper-speed scrolling and pixel-perfect control makes trackpads obsolete. A slim recharging base doubles as a keyboard stand. Work longer thanks to the longer-lasting Li-Ion batteries, and more securely via Bluetooth wireless technology. Combine it with the world's most advanced mouse, the Logitech MX Revolution, for a premium desktop experience! Features  | |  | |  | | | | | | | | | PerfectStroke key system
A precision micro-scissors mechanism distributes typing force evenly across key surfaces, making every stroke natural and fluid. | | Stylishly sleek
Laser-cut from a single piece of Plexiglass and set in a brushed aluminum frame, the diNovo Edge makes a bold statement. Only 11 mm thick! | | Elegant charging base
Put your keyboard on display while charging via the slim base/stand. Advanced Li-ion batteries recharge faster and last longer. | | | | | | | | |  | |  | |  | | | | | | | | | TouchDisc scrolling
A new type of touchpad, the TouchDisc unifies scrolling, selection, and cursor control. Scroll at hyperspeed with a touch of your finger. | | Backlit stealth controls
Hidden hot keys light up at a touch, and fade into the background when not in use. The touch-sensitive volume slider gives you precise, fingertip audio control. | | Bluetooth wireless technology
Bluetooth wireless technology ensures seamless, secure operation from up to 30 feet. | | System Requirements - IBM or Compatible PC
- Windows XP (SP2) or Windows Vista (all editions)
- Available USB port
- CD-ROM Drive
Hardware Keyframe - Full-sized standard 18 X 18 mm keys, 3.2 mm key travel, 60g activation force
- 10M keystroke supported per key
- Scissor switch technology
- Plexiglas panel with brushed aluminum palm rest
Enhanced Controls - 38 mm circular touchpad with horizontal and vertical scrolling
- Acceleration settings goes from None to 10 times the scrolling speed
- TouchDisk can be disabled with FN + Left Click on the keyboard
- 17 one-touch access controls with instant backlit feedback
- 57 mm touch sensitive volume slider with instant backlit feedback
Connectivity - Bluetooth Wireless Technology, version 2.0
- Supports Widcomm 5.1 Bluetooth stack
Power and Battery - Built-in rechargeable 950 mA lithium ion battery
- Fast-charge time: About 5 min for approx. one day usage
- Full-charge time: About 2 hours for up to 2 months usage
Dimensions and Weight - 11 mm (H) X 410 mm (W) X 210 mm (D)
- 940 grams
Package Contents - Logitech diNovo Edge Keyboard
- Charging base
- AC power cord
- USB mini-receiver
- Installation CD, includes:
- Logitech SetPoint version 3.10
- Comfort guidelines
- Help center
- User's guide
- 3-year limited warranty
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| Customer Reviews: Read 230 more reviews...
 Slim and Stylish February 17, 2007
117 out of 120 found this review helpful
So who spends almost $200 on a keyboard that doesn't even have a number pad? Well, I do...
If you are in the market for a good utilitarian cordless keyboard to use, this might not be the best choice. But if you like unique, stylish computer gear, that still works well, then this makes a nice addition to your desktop. Even if you don't get a chance to show it off to your friends, you'll enjoy looking at it sitting in its charging stand, or on your desk. It must hold a pretty good charge, because I've only charged it once in the month that I've had it. So if you're thinking the charger is too cumbersome to take with you on a trip, you don't have to worry about it; you won't need it. And at about 1/2" thick, it won't take up much space in your bag.
You could hook it up using the built-in bluetooth in your computer, but unless you're starved for USB ports, the receiver is about the size of a small flash drive (unlike the previous DiNovo Desktop). It connects instantly too, so you won't spend ages trying to figure out why it's not connected.
The trackpad is a small circlular affair, positioned off to the right, so you won't be constantly hitting it like the pads on most laptops. Only southpaw mousers will suffer from this layout. And scrolling with the pad works surprisingly well.
A few drawbacks are the lack of a number pad. You don't even get the typical fn + keys to enter numbers, which could have been easily included, but wasn't. And the fn key is to the right of the spacebar, which is opposite from what most people are used to using. Other than that you get a full set of keys (except the number pad). Plus nicely placed zoom buttons, volume control, and media keys, and a nice oversized delete key.
Keystrokes are short, but give reasonable tactile feedback. I'm not a very good typist, but I don't think those who are will find much to complain about.
And depending on your computer you can lay it right on top of laptop keyboard. Or use it from across the room.
I was worried that I would be sacrificing usability for style and looks, but it turned out not ot be the case.
I give the diNovo top marks in all respects. This is one of Logitech's success stories, unlike some of their products.
I'm very pleased with this purchase.
update 03/01/07 Since I just got a MacBook I thought I would update my review with some new info. Logitech does not support this keyboard for use with Macs (when you open Logitech Control Center, similar to Setpoint but for Macs), it won't recognize the keyboard. But that doesn't mean it won't work. Mac's bluetooth recognizes and pairs the kb instantly, and almost all functions work. What doesn't work is the set of buttons on the left (which I don't use anyway). And the fn+function keys don't work either as far as I can tell (the function keys themselves do work, and F12 works as an eject button for the DVD drive). But the mousepad works the same, as does the volume control, and the 'windows' key functions as the 'apple' key.
In addition, if you flip up the legs, the DiNovo will fit perfectly over a 17" MackBook Pro. So if you have a Mac and this keyboard, you won't have to put it aside till Logitach decides to support it.
I would also assume that third parties will come out with drivers or whatever might be needed to fill the void.
A good professional's keyboard February 1, 2007
33 out of 35 found this review helpful
(At the time of writing this review, I've owned this keyboard for about a month now.)
This is definitely a professional's keyboard. It's got a soft enough touch not to cause strain when you're typing for hours, but enough resistance, travel, and sudden reduction of resistance (I forget the proper term for how the key's resistance goes away once you've registered a keystroke) to allow you to type accurately. Being only 11mm tall, you don't need one of those cumbersome wrist rests -- your hands are barely above the table that you're typing on, so your posture is just naturally good. The keys are also a very good size -- I'm a touch typist (not trained; everyone becomes a touch typist if they type enough) and the keys are spaced very well to allow you to touch type without mistakes.
That the keyboard is pretty doesn't need further comment; it's also very solid. The first thing I noticed when I took it out of the box was that the keyboard was really solid. It may not be a cheap keyboard, but it's not made cheaply, either.
Thankfully the included receiver does bluetooth-to-usb conversion, so using the keyboard is simple plug-and-play, at least in Linux. (All of the keys work fine in Linux, there's still a bug in the mouse driver which disables the touch pad, but there will be a fix in USB mouse driver which fixes that, I believe -- a cursory google reveals at least one patch floating around.) I've never tried it in windows (I do embedded development in a Linux environment).
The battery life isn't an issue. Supposedly it can go a whole month on a single charge, but I can't fathom letting it go that long. As other commenters have noted, it looks good so good in its stand that when you finish for the day, you might as well put it there so that you have something pleasing to see when you start the next morning. Even so, I have gone close to a week without recharging it and didn't notice the slightest difference, so I believe the month-on-a-charge claim.
The bluetooth links is very reliable -- I've never missed a single keystroke. The touch-based volume control is really cool, and works quite well.
Oh, one other thing about it I love: instead of using an LED for caps lock, it beeps at you in one tone for turning caps lock on, and in another tone for turning caps lock off. I can't figure out who would use caps lock (and not a number pad) in the modern world, but as long as this mis-feature persists on keyboards, the beeping is extremely helpful for touch-typists who get a little sloppy with the left shift key.
In summary, I highly recommend this keyboard to any professional who can afford good tools. I'm very glad that I bought this keyboard.
Lovely keyboard January 29, 2007
9 out of 9 found this review helpful
I bought this on a lark. It's expensive, but its design is more reminiscent of Bang & Olufsen's super-duper-pretty audio gear than normal PC equipment.
The keyboard itself is quite nice. I'm typing on it now, and the feel is as good as any I've used. (And I've used a lot -- starting with ASR 33 teletypes, through dumb terminals, PCs, workstations, etc.)
Yes, the charging station might not fit well in some desk environments. It works really well in mine, and you only have to charge the Li-Ion battery every month or two. If it runs out, a five minute charge will last a day.
The "ultimately cool" application for this keyboard would be a home theater. You'd be able to work on documents without compromising ergonomics, and then use the same keyboard as a pretty handy MCE remote. And if you're willing to pay more than $150 bucks for a keyboard, then you're just the right candidate for a 50" 1080p flat panel. That's the ticket!
The built-in trackpad works as well as the one on notebooks, although the area is a little smaller. I use the keyboard in conjunction with a Wacom tablet, and the combination is just about right.
Vista support: I've been using Vista for a few months now (yeah, I'm in the computer biz), and Vista more or less has support for the keyboard built in. I expect Logitech will eventually release a version of their setpoint software to get at the little extras (like remapping the function keys). Or maybe Vista has this buried in some menu!
The vertical/horizontal scroll wheel is just a little bit frustrating in Vista; you have to pay careful attention in order to be able to use it.
One of the other reviewers complained about the Bluetooth not working smoothly. Vista just ate the thing up; I was up and running ten seconds after opening the box. I just plugged in their dongle and turned the keyboard on (it came charged). Voila!
There is absolutely no way to justify a $150 keyboard quantitatively -- you really just have to decide that you need something this sleek. Bottom line: if you like the looks, and are willing to pay for them, you won't be disappointed.
The Ultimate Cool for PS3 Users! August 4, 2007
8 out of 8 found this review helpful
Since my Sony PS3 has a built in web-browser, I went looking for a sleek Bluetooth wireless keyboard that would enable me to surf the internet via my couch. And for you PS3 owners that have tried to surf the internet using the game controller and on-screen alphanumeric entry method, you can understand how cumbersome and time-consuming the process is. Furthermore, since using a wireless mouse on a couch sofa was less than ideal and probably wouldn't work well, I was also set on finding a keyboard that had a mouse built-in. The Logitech diNovo Edge is the solution to my web-browsing issues. It is very sleek, very cool, and works flawlessly with a PS3. In fact, the USB Bluetooth adapter that comes with the keyboard isn't needed. To make the keyboard compatible, just go under the "REGISTER BLUETOOTH DEVICE" menu on the PS3 and then press the "CONNECT" button on the underside of the keyboard. Instant registration. I don't mind that the numeric keypad found on the right side of standard keyboards was omitted to make room for the mouse. This omittion keeps the size of the keyboard smaller and more "lap friendly". The keyboard has orange lights that glow and fade-out when certain buttons are depressed. The charging cradle performs double-duty as a sexy display base. My only complaint is that the alphabetic keys are not backlit, as this would be wonderful when typing in a dark room or at night. Otherwise, this keyboard is the ultimate solution for wireless typing and makes a statement in a room!
Edgy Keyboard for Work and Play January 13, 2007
17 out of 20 found this review helpful
Now look here. Disregard all those one- and two- (and three- and four-) star reviews. If you immediately order anything shiny that scrolls past your screen, you might not know what you're getting with this keyboard. If you did your research, however, you will not be disappointed once you make the decision to buy Logitech's latest wireless solution. As a professional writer, I can tell you that the diNovo Edge is a well-organized, well-designed unit tailor-made for those interested in their keyboards as an extension of themselves and as a primary (and indispensable) tool for the expression of thought. Writing is serious business, and the Edge is a serious keyboard.
The key layout is fairly standard, and will be comfortably accessible to anyone already used to the mini-/laptop-keyboard size and response. The keys depress silently and fluidly, and everything works seamlessly on XP. The programmable second-echelon F-keys are a nice touch, and their orange backlighting is eye-catching and practical. In all, you get 14 modifiable keys out the box; and F5 through F8 have the secondary function as media controls (back, stop, play/pause, forward). These will default to whatever media player you have open at the moment (or whichever you are using primarily in the foreground).
The trackpad makes the unit a very good all-in-one for any situation where you want to relax and type with the unit in your lap. Indeed, it takes some getting used to, but the vertical and horizontal scrolling functions are intuitive enough and work as expected (which is quite well). Intensive browsers and application-switchers will undoubtedly want a traditional wireless mouse to go with the set, but such is not actually necessary to get full mouse functionality. The volume slider is extremely responsive, and -- as one reviewer pointed out -- indeed makes you feel like Scotty working the transporter console.
Bluetooth's 30-foot range makes it viable for nearly any spot around your home-theatre, and charges last as advertised. That means that one full charge gets you two months of semi-continuous use, while quick-charging wiill give you one day for every five minutes in the cradle. However, you'll likely keep the thing in its dock a lot more than is actually necessary, because it looks so slick standing up for all to see.
Aesthetically, there are complaints of fingerprints being detrimentally noticeable. This is true, because the unit is cut from plexiglass and is black, giving it a slight mirror-effect. It comes with a cleaning cloth, though; and a quick wipe will tidy the keyboard right up. You know -- if you're having company or somehting.
After some study, I decided to switch from my old EluminX to the diNovo Edge, and I am pleased with every aspect of the change. Except that the Edge does not light up in the manner to which I've grown accustomed. Still, that's a moot point, because the Logitech's not an illuminated keyboard nor ever claimed to be. Perhaps future iterations will have that functionality, but as a "next-generation" keyboard, the Edge is the best I've seen anywhere to date.
I have so far put about 5000 words per day (for two weeks, roughly)through the thing and have had no problems.
And if you like orange, the entire back panel is that delightful color.
You will not be disappointed if you do your homework and decide the thing is right for you.
Hope this helps.
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