As I mentioned a couple posts ago, I went to visit the Kinesis Corporation last week to try out a couple of keyboards (I’ve been meaning to get a new ergonomic keyboard for a while, but since they cost upwards of $300 for the good ones, I wanted to make sure I liked what I…
SpeakToText, New Voice Recognition Software
A recent press release from CoolSoft LLC introduces SpeakToText v 2.0, its “flagship voice recognition software.” From the description, it doesn’t sound different from anything that’s on the market: “SpeakToText 2.0 is a speech to text software solution that allows users to dictate text and copy it to almost any application, including most popular chat…
Keyboard Shopping
I’ve been saying I’m going to get a keyboard to replace my Microsoft Natural Split Keyboard (hate it–makes you raise your wrists, and the keys require too much effort for people with proclivities toward sore hands) and my TouchStream keyboard (never could get used to touch typing on a completely flat keyboard). Well, Monday is…
Lack of School Ergonomics?
An interesting article called The Office Chair Goes to School takes a look at ergonomics (or the lack of) in the classroom, both for students and teachers. Budget considerations may not make $1000 office chairs a possibility (the article specifically mentions an ergonomic chair called the Contessa), but it’s good to know there is at…
A Few More Ergonomics/Computer Cartoons
Here are a few more ergonomics/computer-related cartoons I dug out. I make no promises as to how brilliant they are… Ergonomic Underwear Ergonomic Keyboard (so true) It’s Called Ergonomics Ankle Support Ergonomic Chair
Plasma 2 Computer Workstation
As much as I like my Herman Miller Aeron, I wouldn’t mind trying out the Plasma 2 Multi-Position Chair and Computer Stand by HealthPostures LLC. Designed to alleviate back pain, the Plasma 2 system allows users to change from sitting to kneeling to standing positions by simply adjusting the triggers under the armrest. The monitor,…
Flexible Desk Lamps
Lighting is an important part of your office set up, as poor light or glare can cause headaches and even contribute to repetitive stress injuries (if you find yourself leaning forward or to the side to see the screen, this can take its toll over the days and months). A neat little lamp I found…
My New Gateway 3520GZ Laptop
I bought a new Gateway 3520GZ (catchy name, eh?) laptop last week, and aside from the awkwardness of the touchpad (let’s face it, nothing on a laptop can live up to what I’../../../2005/01/igesture_review.html”>iGesture), I’m really enjoying it. It wasn’t terribly pricey (as far as laptops go), and it’s thin and compact–nice for traveling. It’s not…
iGesture Review
FingerWorks iGesture Pad Review: FingerWorks’ iGesture Pad is a replacement for the mouse. It is touch-activated. It provides a flat surface similar in function to the touchpads on many laptops (but the ease of use and interface is far superior to the small touchpad on a laptop). To move your cursor/pointer around, you simple place…
Laptops Harmful to Your… uhm, Yoohoo?
Ergoweb is usually a good source for ergonomics information… not sure if this quite falls under that category but it might be worth reading for you laptop-slinging guys out there. Apparently laptops can cause trouble when they’re actually used in your lap, for men at least. No mention if women can suffer detrimental effects. Finally…
The iGesture Arrived
I received my iGesture pad (it’s an alternative to the mouse–no clicking!) exactly a week after ordering it, on Christmas Eve (nice timing). FingerWorks was great about getting it shipped out the same day I ordered it, everything nicely packed. It arrived in good condition with a CD (I didn’t need it) for installation. Definitely…
Fingerworks & iGesture
I decided to order myself the Fingerworks iGesture Pad, sort of an alternative mouse. I’ve been using the TouchStream LP Keyboard (which uses the same technology as the iGesture–no clicking or dragging anything, just a flat surface that responds to touch) for the last year, but as my hands have been getting a little better…