Microsoft announces Sculpt Ergonomic Desktop keyboard-mouse
Microsoft announced the Sculpt Ergonomic Desktop, which comprises the Sculpt Ergonomic Keyboard and the Sculpt Ergonomic Mouse.
The new keyboard has a split design and is higher in the middle so your hands can be put in a more natural position. This is not an uncommon design for ergonomic keyboards but Microsoft has successfully managed to inject quite a bit of style in its take. Interestingly, the internal code name for the product was "Manta Ray" -- it's not hard to see why.
The number pad for the keyboard is separate, which makes good ergonomic sense since you can move it out of the way so your mouse can be nearer to the center of your body. Such a mouse position is better for your shoulders.
The Sculpt Ergonomic Mouse appears to be a rounder, smoother version of the Microsoft Natural Wireless Laser Mouse 6000, which has been discontinued for years. It puts your right hand at a tilted angle, which is the premise for many ergonomic mice -- reducing dependence on the wrist for movement.